Do most 1911s shoot the same?

[lilro]

I've been looking at 1911's for a little while, and decided it's time I get one. The range I go to only has a kimber for rent though. And it's VERY expensive ($70!!) to put 50 rds downrange. If I decide I like it, will most other 1911's feel roughly the same?

[den888]

I'd say no. They have different triggers (wider, slimmer), different trigger pulls, sights, mainspring housings. My Gold Cup shoots a lot more accurately than my Commander does as an example and feels different.

[Thomas1190]

Ehh sort of. Different models will feel/grip a little differently. It all just depends on slim or standard grips, arched or flat mainspring housing, gripsafety/beavertail, front strap serrations, long or short trigger. They will shoot the same but they will all vary grip/feel wise in the hand. But the great thing about 1911s is all of those things I mentioned can be replaced or modified to suit your personal preference

[Brandon04GT]

$70 to rent a Kimber with only 50 rounds?!?

And yeah I think for the most part they will all feel the same as far as the recoil and etc. But like Thomas1190 said, they will feel noticeably different in your hand based on the features.

[lilro]

$70 to rent a Kimber with only 50 rounds?!?

And yeah I think for the most part they will all feel the same as far as the recoil and etc. But like Thomas1190 said, they will feel noticeably different in your hand based on the features.

Yeah it's ridiculous. 20 for the lane, 15 for the rental and 33! for a box of ammo. That's crazy. But I don't even know if I will like shooting .45, so I'll have to test it out at some point.

[MA2]

In general sure, on the angle, ~1/8 length trigger pull, controls... but all have their differences as stated.

Location?
Might get some suggestions for different ranges with more variety and lower fees, or meet up with a member here...
I have a 22-conversion, 9, and 45, the 9mm is my favorite

[lilro]

In general sure, on the angle, ~1/8 length trigger pull, controls... but all have their differences as stated.

Location?
Might get some suggestions for different ranges with more variety and lower fees, or meet up with a member here...
I have a 22-conversion, 9, and 45, the 9mm is my favorite

I'm in the East Bay. And the only range I know of even remotely close that rents firearms is Bullseye in San Rafael.

[Press Check]

I've been looking at 1911's for a little while, and decided it's time I get one. The range I go to only has a kimber for rent though. And it's VERY expensive ($70!!) to put 50 rds downrange. If I decide I like it, will most other 1911's feel roughly the same?

In the realm of production 1911 pistols, I would say yes, for the most part. Obviously, a custom (SA Professional) or high-end production (SA TRP) feels and shoots entirely different.

[KandyRedCoi]

yes and no

there is a difference, but imho it only makes a difference if you shoot different types and features

i personally didnt know much when i bought my kimber....then i bought the ria and then i knew why the kimber cost considerably more...http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/s...=kimber+vs+ria

[1lostinspace]

6 out of the 8 I have shot jammed

[KandyRedCoi]

^ u must have the worst luck...havent shot one that was a jam-o-matic and ive shot more than 8 LOL

[KDTS]

I rented the Kimber at Bullseye and thought it was terrible. Most of their rental guns don't seem to be in good shape (tried an HK USP40 and a couple Glocks also, Glocks were fine but the HK and the Kimber were not). That being said, I was pretty inspired by some 1911 projects and ended up getting a stainless Springfield 1911 Mil Spec in a trade -- love that thing. Got it used, but it feels solid and I like it a lot. Even if you're interested, I'd say to stay away from Bullseye's rentals (unless you're checking out different Glocks, lol). Hell, I'd let you try out my SA if I happened to be at the range.

[hkdad]

NO! glocks do though...

[cwin]

I'd say yes and no. The controls and ergos will be similar but the feel and the way it shoots can vary from one 1911 to another.

[enzo357]

Some 1911s shoot great. Some shoot better....