1911 bug

[zfields]

How so? Explain yourself.

In the full range of 1911's that can be from 400-$3500, I fail to see how $1000 is some crazy magical out of reach number.

Everything is relative. 3500 could be out of his range, but 1000 might not. He never said how much he had to spend. $1000 = very very nice pistol, but high end? I dunno. If 1000 is high end then what you consider them to be above that?

Your comment with no basis for your reasoning is dumb.

If his budget is 0-500: I covered that, Rock Island.

I would classify a 1k pistol in mid range.

[cj65]

[QUOTE=efnick;7493070]

You said you didn't want high end.

High end to me is Les Baer, SV Infinity, Ed Brown, Nighthawk custom, JV Dynamics, any custom builder, etc.

You know.. $2500-3000 1911.

You can have a Trojan for $1000.

A $1000 dollar pistol is not high end.

What is your specific price range then? If you are saying $0-500 then ya, Rock Island.

At the end of the day, a 1911 is want for you, and not a need, so technically if patient you could save up.

If I was you I would get a used Springfield Loaded for 675-800 or so.

You also have not mentioned anything about caliber.[/QUOTE

-thats the dumbest thing ive heard all day, and i just worked a ten hour shift in retail.

EFnick,

That is signature worthy. I worked retail for 1.5 decades, and you are dead on. I laughed when I read that.

I also have the 1911 bug. You can find a low end Springfield in the mid 500's, new or used on Gun Broker. I would rather get a low end product of a high quality manufacturer, then a high end product of a lower quality manufacturer. That is just me. Good luck, I know how you feel.

[9mmepiphany]

If you decide you want more than an entry level 1911, I can also highly recommend the STI Trojan as a very good value at the lower end of middle priced 1911s. I was recently able to wring one out for 2 days and ~600 rounds and was very impressed...too bad they aren't on the roster

[chrisf]

Yea, Im sorry for the misunderstanding. For me, Because I'm young just starting out in life cheap means CHEAP lol. I found one I'm going to look up and let you guys know what you think.

[JaeOne3345]

I would classify a 1k pistol in mid range.

I can respect that. It just depends on who you talk to.

You can find great deals on used handguns on other forums like BrianEnos.com

People let of of "out of reach" $1000 pistols for 600-700 all the time. Same thing in our classifieds. I'd rather have a used mid range gun for 600-700 than a brand new entry level gun for 500. We are talking about wants vs. needs. Instead of just jumping on the first thing that pops up, it can be good to be patient.

[osxgp]

You will start cheap....Then the addiction will grow. Pretty soon you will consider selling guns you didnt intend to just to get another one. I have 2 right now and want several more... I need help. Any support groups out there? lol

[chrisf]

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=74302

This is the one I like what you guys think?

[zfields]

I can respect that. It just depends on who you talk to.

You can find great deals on used handguns on other forums like BrianEnos.com

People let of of "out of reach" $1000 pistols for 600-700 all the time. Same thing in our classifieds. I'd rather have a used mid range gun for 600-700 than a brand new entry level gun for 500. We are talking about wants vs. needs. Instead of just jumping on the first thing that pops up, it can be good to be patient.

Only thing is its somewhat hard to get a trojan, or any STI in CA very easily, seems a lot of venders wont ship them to CA still. Most the ones Ive seen are either A) Beat to death retired race guns, or B) super expensive safe queens.

[chrisf]

You will start cheap....Then the addiction will grow. Pretty soon you will consider selling guns you didnt intend to just to get another one. I have 2 right now and want several more... I need help. Any support groups out there? lol

I know exactly what you mean. First I started looking at hi points then went to the s&w sigma then the ruger p95 then the xd now I'm at a 1911

[JaeOne3345]

If you decide you want more than an entry level 1911, I can also highly recommend the STI Trojan as a very good value at the lower end of middle priced 1911s. I was recently able to wring one out for 2 days and ~600 rounds and was very impressed...too bad they aren't on the roster

Did you just recommend an STI Trojan? You must be an idiot!!!! No one could possibly EVARRR get their hands on one of those. /sarcasm

To the OP: You can also check out the STI Spartan. They are* 630 new and you have to single shot them, but you can find them used for wayyyy cheaper. Same cast frame as a Rock Island, forged slide, STI firing controls, (even though the grip and thumb safeties are MIM). Has front serrations, adjustable rear, and Fiber front. STI has great customer service, just like Rock Island.

You can't really go wrong with either, but seriously, SCAN THE CLASSIFIEDS. You can come up on nice guns for maybe 100 bucks more than your budget. Don't eat out and party for month.

[zfields]

I know exactly what you mean. First I started looking at hi points then went to the s&w sigma then the ruger p95 then the xd now I'm at a 1911

Chris, I still think if your looking for a defensive gun, stick with some of the newer tuperware wonder guns.

I love 1911's but *personally* I would not keep one for a HD/SD gun.


Flame suit on.

[JaeOne3345]

Only thing is its somewhat hard to get a trojan, or any STI in CA very easily, seems a lot of venders wont ship them to CA still. Most the ones Ive seen are either A) Beat to death retired race guns, or B) super expensive safe queens.

Brazos Custom will. And private parties will if you educate them. That's how I got my Edge into California. Get a cheap $50 dollar 7 inch Sarco barrel, and extra long grip screws from any hardware fastener store that prevent a magazine of any kind from being inserted into the gun. Find a FFL that isn't scared, and do it!

[camron882]

you could find a used 1911 for 500-600 that retails for 1000 new if you look hard im sure

[JaeOne3345]

Chris, I still think if your looking for a defensive gun, stick with some of the newer tuperware wonder guns.

I love 1911's but *personally* I would not keep one for a HD/SD gun.


Flame suit on.

Why?

[chrisf]

Chris, I still think if your looking for a defensive gun, stick with some of the newer tuperware wonder guns.

I love 1911's but *personally* I would not keep one for a HD/SD gun.


Flame suit on.

I own a ruger p95 and a hi point 9mm already. Remember we were talking about which one to purchase. Now I'm looking for a 1911 :-) (I have to get them asap because the wife is in texas) Thats why I've been on a spending frenzy. So when she comes back I can just slowly introduce them to her.