Are all 1911s relatively the same?

[BlueSkyJaunte]

While we're showing off our Colts... (as they say, "If it's not a Colt, it's a copy.")





It's part of a father/son matched set:

[HardDrive]

I'm not knowledgable on 1911s, but I have to say, the Kimber TLE Custom II is one of the most accurate pistols I have ever shot. Tack driver out of the box.

[Bill Douglas]

Originally Posted by BlueSkyJaunte

While we're showing off our Colts...

So I'm mean to be jealous am I. Well, it's working quite well. (woo, nice guns!)

[id10t]

For the price of the Colt, not much more than the Ruger, etc. I got a Rock Island GI model in 45 and a GSG1911-22 in 22lr and several extra mags for each.

Both have fired thousands of rounds w/ no issues. Not pretty not shiny but they work just fine.

[BlueSkyJaunte]

Originally Posted by Bill Douglas

So I'm mean to be jealous am I. Well, it's working quite well. (woo, nice guns!)

That built Springer of yours ain't too shabby either. One thing I'm really lacking is a professionally hand-built 1911. Which is ironic since Ted Yost and his crew are right up the street from me!

[Vintage Racer]

Originally Posted by BlueSkyJaunte

While we're showing off our Colts... (as they say, "If it's not a Colt, it's a copy.")

Nice.

I know some people will buy something less.

I have about twenty Colt 1911's.


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Since Obama started his rant, the Colt 1911 has increased in value (with other guns).

[E38Driver]

Here is mine.

[Paul K]

I have a Kimber CDP Pro II. Full size grip, 4" barrel. Love it.



Top if the line is Wilson Combat. Nice but very, very spendy!

[BlueSkyJaunte]

That is a NICE set of Centennials! Sadly, I have only one sporting that rollmark, and it's a Defender.

Originally Posted by Vintage Racer

[KFC911]

Originally Posted by BlueSkyJaunte

That is a NICE set of Centennials! Sadly, I have only one sporting that rollmark, and it's a Defender.

Help the ignorant...what's the "rollmark" you're referring too...I know I could google, but the experts are already here .

Some fine 1911s here...being a "lefty", the Randals sound intriguing...what do you other lefties do? I just adapt...like I have with most tools, but it "would" be nice

[Groesbeck Hurricane]

I do not find the 1911 to be of an issue firing left handed. My FIL has used them for decades and he is preference left handed shooting (left eye dominant). Revolvers are simpler but the release for the cylinder can become an issue...

Do not just look at the big boys. My carry piece is made up by a smith from several "dead" spoons. They all fit nicely together and play well, better than I can shoot (I am just average). Find a used 1911 that is tight and feels good to you. Save some money, get a spoon that will last your lifetime and more.

[KFC911]

Originally Posted by Groesbeck Hurricane

I do not find the 1911 to be of an issue firing left handed. ...

. Save some money, get a spoon that will last your lifetime and more.

Oh, I don't either...it's just another "right handed screwdriver"....I always did want try a left handed screwdriver though

ps: don't even have ambidextrous safety, etc. on mine...I grew up in a "righty" world and just adapt on most everything.

[matt711]

This one of my favorite 1911s, a custom built Colt Delta Elite in 10mm. Had to wait nearly 3 years for it to be completed but in the end it was worth it. Recoil is a little sharp but not too bad. This pistol is a real tack driver.

[flipper35]

I prefer the Schwartz FPS as opposed to those that are manipulated by the trigger itself. **cough** Colt **cough**

** I need to qualify that as of those that have a FPS/FPB.

[BlueSkyJaunte]

Originally Posted by flipper35

I prefer the Schwartz FPS as opposed to those that are manipulated by the trigger itself. **cough** Colt **cough**

First, it's Swartz, and second, there are some people who disagree strongly with you:

Originally Posted by Hilton Yam

Of all the firing pin safety mechanisms on the market, the original Colt Series 80 - in a Colt - is the most reliable of them all. The platforms utilizing the Swartz safety are a less than ideal choice across the board due to the inherent reliability problems of the design.

[matt711]

Series 70 1911s (no FPB) have a better trigger pull IMO. A good smith can work wonders on a series 80 (with FPB) as was done with my Delta pictured above but it takes a lot more work.

Safety on and finger off the trigger until ready to fire, works every time...

[matt711]

And if you don't know who Hilton Yam is I would definitley not question the post made by BlueSky...

[MT930]

I like the Colts they are very nice. The best 1911 Investment model has to be the The Gold Cup.

No one mentioned the Sig C3. It's the best value 1911 world. Excellent Fit & Finish.

for reasonable $.

[flipper35]

Originally Posted by BlueSkyJaunte

First, it's Swartz, and second, there are some people who disagree strongly with you:

So I can't speeel.

I do prefer the feel of the trigger on a FPB that is not manipulated by the trigger. I have never had one not go bang so I don't know how often they might misfire. I understand the timing can be an issue as well as not always being able to grip it properly causing a problem. I hate the triggers on the Ruger P90 series as well.

I wasn't saying one was better or worse, just that I prefer one over the other. I don't have one as a carry gun so my life doesn't depend on it at the moment.

I haven't shot any of the Series 80s with the titanium nitride coating or one that had been gone over by a good smith.

[BlueSkyJaunte]

I've shot a couple of the SIG 1911s, very nicely put together. My only gripe are their weird design decisions (e.g., the C3 above is an officer frame with a magwell--that's just strange and self-defeating) and the odd slide contouring to make them more "SIG-like".