1911 preference

[customiiguy]

Ok guys I have a 1911 thats non railed and lately ive been wanting a railed 1911 should I sell it and get a railed one. What do u guys prefer?

[U5512]

1911s are ALWAYS sexy looking WITHOUT the RAIL and Front Cocking Serrations (FCS).

I don't buy a 1911 with any of the above two or a combination of. NOTHING beats a classic - clean and traditional looking 1911.

[customiiguy]

I also agree the fcs for me anyways is useless but with a rail u can add a light

[1911R SSS]

I have multiples of each, but the classic is much "sportier" IMO. But the railed pistols shoot a little softer but it does add allot of weight to the Pistol. If you ever get the chance fire a TRP full rail, that thing is ridiculous heavy. Add a light and a 10rnd mag full and is down right stupid heavy.

[epwegmann]

I prefer the classic look:


However I'd say get both. I love the look of mine, but I can't deny the utility of a rail.

[davidb]

Keep the trp and buy a railed ria if you really need a rail

Personally I'd just keep the trp

[jcourson]

Classic looks a lot better, of course, and rails just scream tacticool. More importantly, what would you do with the rail? I assume you want to add a light. If you don't have positive identification already, you have no business pointing a firearm at someone. If you already have id, then you don't need the light on the firearm.
On the other hand, if you want to use the rail to add a laser, you could go with crimson trace grips.
If you have not carried one yet, you are probably going to have problems getting a nice tight holster with a random flashlight on the rail.

Edit: Almost forgot, you can always try out some railed grips: http://www.amazon.com/Recover-Tactic.../dp/B00MFY9DZW

[RR.44]

I like, the look of the full rail but went with a classic when it was time to buy.

[penguinofsleep]

i think im the only one who has little preference.

to me, the individual color scheme, lines/flow of the 1911 (if non standard parts such as a an lpa sight or interesting trigger, shapes such as a ball cut or hi power cut or rounded butt, or lines utilized such as unique cocking serrations), the roll marks and other manufacturer logos/engravings, and quality of fit/finish make a MUCH bigger difference than a rail. ex a well done rail who's geometry and shape complements everything else i think looks better than a plain blued 100% GI/mil-spec looking pistol.

although with that being said, give me $ for 10 1911/2011s, and im guessing 2 or 3 would end up with rails, the other 7 or 8 without.

[skosh69]

OP do not sell your gun unless it's absolutely necessary, you'll regret it later. Save and buy the next gun you desire.

I have no 1911's with rails, but if I did, it'd either be a S/A TRP or RIA with the full rail. I like that full dustcover look, guess that's why I bought my LB Monolith.

[Nor*Cal]

I like them both but prefer the railed 1911. I own 4 with rails and 4 without...









I suggest you keep your TRP and save up for a 2nd 1911 with a rail.

[darkjedi351]

keep your TRP and get a railed TRP or a mc operator
you can never have just one 1911

[stormvet]

Both, have three with and five without.

[BigPimping]

If I were to ever buy one of those ( I likely will not ) it would be as classic and as close to the original Browning design.

[Nor*Cal]

If I were to ever buy one of those ( I likely will not ) it would be as classic and as close to the original Browning design.

You can't be "BigPimping" if you ain't got a 1911.

I'm kidding, but really, you are missing out.