Looking for a 9mm 1911...

[kAnJii]

Who makes them and which would you recommend? Love the feel, cheaper ammo than .45, an low recoil. Any more positives? And what are the negatives other than 9 bullets per mag standard.

[Saigon1965]

Springfield and Kimber currently have gun on the list -

[1911Luvr]

The only negatives I can see are that it's a 9mm, and that it's a 9mm!

Seriously though, if you use it for defense the negative is that for the one extra bullet, you lose a LOT of stopping power. Other than that a 9mm 1911 is quite fun to shoot as the minor muzzle flip gets it back on target quickly.

[FreedomMom]

I have a springfield. There was just a thread about this on the 1911 forum too. Love mine, it's been a perfect shooter right out of the box, goes bang every time! over 1K rounds, no hiccups! not sure what all the complaining is about them-or any 1911

You'll love it, I'm sure!

negatives, they're hard to find! I ordered mine online, but I know someone who waited a year to get one into a local store. We were just talking about this at the range today, if you can find one GET IT!!! mine was just at $1,000, not including FFL, taxes, extra mags, a decent holster, any other modifications. Be prepared to spend some $$$. I left everything stock except the grips, mag release, slide release, and mag well. It adds up quick!!! but you already know that A few guys I've talked to said they don't like the full length guide rod. I don't have a preference so just left it in.

So other than the $$$ and availability they're perfect! GET ONE!!!

[doc540]

I compete with a 1977 Colt Combat Commander in 9mm.

low recoil
inexpensive ammo
commonality of ammo with my other 9's
kinda different



factory original

[oddjob]

I have the Springfield Armory model with adjustable sights. Its a GREAT gun. Get one. You won't regret it!!

[viet4lifeOC]

I have a springfield. There was just a thread about this on the 1911 forum too. Love mine, it's been a perfect shooter right out of the box, goes bang every time! over 1K rounds, no hiccups! not sure what all the complaining is about them-or any 1911

You'll love it, I'm sure!

negatives, they're hard to find! I ordered mine online, but I know someone who waited a year to get one into a local store. We were just talking about this at the range today, if you can find one GET IT!!! mine was just at $1,000, not including FFL, taxes, extra mags, a decent holster, any other modifications. Be prepared to spend some $$$. I left everything stock except the grips, mag release, slide release, and mag well. It adds up quick!!! but you already know that A few guys I've talked to said they don't like the full length guide rod. I don't have a preference so just left it in.

So other than the $$$ and availability they're perfect! GET ONE!!!

what's the difference between a full length guide rod and one that's not?

thanks

[FreedomMom]

what's the difference between a full length guide rod and one that's not?

thanks

It's the spring guide rod. the 9mm springfield comes with a full length one and you have to use a tool to take apart. That was one complaint I've heard people talk about, they took them out for the 'regular' GI ones. I'm not much of a gunsmith girl, so can't give you all the details. But that'll get you started! Maybe someone else will chime in here, or look on the 1911 forum for more help in that area!

[Olav]

I love my (wife's) Pro Carry HD II chambered in 9mm

[cineski]

You sir, own IMO just about the ultimate 1911. That thing is just a work of art. Well done. Love the all black w/ silver controls. Someday when I get the 1911 bug again when I have funds I'll be replicating your pistol, caliber and all! Well, 5" version for me ;-)

[Colt]

I love the 9mm 1911. It's fun to shoot, and as you said, very low recoil, especially in an all steel pistol.

[Shawn L]

I picked up a Springfield Loaded 9mm a couple week ago and I love it!!! I got because 1911's fit me the best and the 9mm is a cheap round to shoot.

[BamBam-31]

I compete with a 1977 Colt Combat Commander in 9mm.

low recoil
inexpensive ammo
commonality of ammo with my other 9's
kinda different



factory original

Was that second pic taken outdoors? Looks like tree branches and blue skies reflected off the gun. Very cool effect.

[SNEAKS]

I really like my SA. Upgraded a few things on it. STI short trigger, C&S match trigger set, FO front sight, S&A mainspring housing w/ magwell and extended slide stop.

[theneko]

Check out the Springfield EMP - it rocks !