1911 9mm Performance

[GunHo]

All guns are a trade off, but for target shooting or tactical competitive shooting, I would opt for a 9mm 1911 over the 45 acp.

That's what I'm talking about. My guns are for exactly that, "target shooting or tactical competitive shooting". Maybe in a perfect world where there are zombies to shoot at; maybe then, I'll consider the bigger .45 bullet.

By the way, I too have the springfield 1911 9mm load (9134) with adjustable sights. I am just amazed with the smooth action of the slide. Maybe it's because of the lighter recoil spring that gives it that slow motion cycle. So now, I want 2 also but I'm worried my next 1911 9mm won't be as smooth. That being said, how does your STI 1911 9mm compare with the springfield? Do all 1911 9mm feel the same, feel better or less? I know they are cheap, but I'm considering the Rock Island 1911 9mm 2 tone as my 2nd just so I don't work and wear down my SA too much. Appreciate your input. Thanks

[JTROKS]

I got a Springfield 1911 Loaded Target in 9mm and this gun just became my favorite. When I want to shoot Bullseye format casual shooting this and my Caspian Arms build in 40 always goes into the range bag more often than any pistol I got. It is decent out of the box, but it has been so much fun doing the customization myself. This one has the NM prefix serial #. I haven't really benched tested it for accuracy but I've been rewarded with 2" 25 yard groups. Its been very reliable with any mags I've used with it. I have to find a way to turn those 9 rounders to hold 10. I did fondle a Kimber in 9mm and she felt tighter than my Springer. All I can say is all the shops I've been to that has them in stock are asking so much for them due to high demand. I was shocked to see a SA or Kimber 1911 target 9mm going for more than $1200.

[Sunday]

Real 1911 shoot 45 acp , 38 super and 9mm!!!

[aghauler]

you should have just bought a Ruger p89. its an older model but same look and feel of a 1911.

My P89 has a double stack mag so the grip is wider than my 1911A1's, plus the grip feels a little shorter that the 1911A1, but I've never measured them.

[GunHo]

I got a Springfield 1911 Loaded Target in 9mm and this gun just became my favorite. When I want to shoot Bullseye format casual shooting this and my Caspian Arms build in 40 always goes into the range bag more often than any pistol I got. It is decent out of the box, but it has been so much fun doing the customization myself. This one has the NM prefix serial #. I haven't really benched tested it for accuracy but I've been rewarded with 2" 25 yard groups. Its been very reliable with any mags I've used with it. I have to find a way to turn those 9 rounders to hold 10. I did fondle a Kimber in 9mm and she felt tighter than my Springer. All I can say is all the shops I've been to that has them in stock are asking so much for them due to high demand. I was shocked to see a SA or Kimber 1911 target 9mm going for more than $1200.

Yes, I have the exact same gun and it also became my favorite. I'm jealous of the upgrades you did. Magwell and new front sight. I see that you also added a button on the mag release. The only upgrade I did was adding alumagrips. I couldn't stand the wood grips it came with. The only other upgrade I want to do is the front sight. Any suggestions?

[wsimp]

Go to Dawson for the best front sights. I had them put one on each of my three Kimbers. 45,38 super, and 9mm