Rod38um Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 I've been lusting after a full size 1911 since I was a teenager. I've never bought one yet but I have made up my mind finally to just do it. I went to the local gun store and picked up a few to see how they feel.......... I should NOT have picked up the Kimber because it was freaking awesome and now I want one but they are pretty proud of their products and charge accordingly. Anyway I looked at Colt, Springfield, Taurus and Kimber.Does anyone have any guidance as to which one is great which is crap, anything to look for or look out for......???I've been a hunter and shooter for years, I just never got into pistols so I'm kinda cluelessAppreciate any help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 I went looking this past weekend. I would be interested in seeing the response's to this thread as well because I want to pick one up in the next few weeks as well. The two brands I have been looking at so far are the Colt and the Springfield Armory Mil-Spec A1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilTwin Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 Lance will preach Kimber over POS Colts every chance he gets, so just a heads up before he sees this thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 Lance will preach Kimber over POS Colts every chance he gets, so just a heads up before he sees this thread. I remember his post about Colts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 i have a rock island that has treated me very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artmageddon Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 (edited) I don't shoot much, but my dad is real into the 1911's. He and some of his buddies are always praising the Dan Wessons. Here is the forum he is always on about them:http://forums.1911forum.com/forumdisplay.php?f=52I'm pretty sure he has the Patriot. Edited September 14, 2009 by Artmageddon add info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmagicglock Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 a guy that went through the TDI course had a kimber 1911 and it was pretty sexy. I don't own a 1911 so I can't speak from experience, but I've heard and seen the taurus one's are pretty reliable and well priced for their quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 i have a rock island that has treated me very well.^^^^^^^^^^^^^ +1I was checking guns out at the local gun store, and they had a rock island arsenal GI version, for a bit over 300. very nicely put together and smooth action. I'm partial to my Sig GSR, but the styling is a bit controvertial, according to reviews. Personally, I think it looks great, and shoots even better. If you get an earlier example, it is fitted with top quality parts... the later ones are still very good, just not quite as filled with "custom" bits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 (edited) Kimber all the way, Colt is a big waist of money!!! I bought my Kimber 1911 A1 45acp CustomII and absolutely love it! It's accurate as hell right out of the box. It is also all match grade unlike Colt. If you are serious come up to Vances and get it there I bought mine new in the box for $679 plus tax, while other shops were asking $1199 for the exact same gun. If you decide to come up call me 614 657 8305 and you can shoot mine to see what you think. I can also share the horror story about Colts. I had a Gold Cup Trophy edition Colt 1911 A1 45acp, I hated it! Edited September 14, 2009 by Wheezle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilTwin Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 See I told you it was coming ^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 Colts are junk!! I have more use for toilet paper than I do a Colt! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gump Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 I've had a Llama 1911 satin chrome .45acp for 15 years. I used it in police training and shot thousands of rounds thru it with no problems. It did develop a very small crack on a spot on the rail that affects nothing. Very accurate or maybe it was my eagle eye.I don't think they sell them anymore...15 years ago all the Instructors said Taurus was just not an accurate pistol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilTwin Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 Colts are junk!! I have more use for toilet paper than I do a Colt!I wasn't arguing with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 I know Jason I was being obstinant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilTwin Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 You mean obstinate right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 Yep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod38um Posted September 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 The Kimber I looked at was the Grand Raptor II Custom. It was much lighter than the others, smoother and just sexy as a gun can get.... but yeah, it was $1300Are Vances really that cheap compared to everyone else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 Yes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod38um Posted September 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 Sounds like its worth the drive up. I may have to check it out later in the week. I would pay 6 something for that gun in a heartbeat..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 Look in the firearms section at the sneak preview thread. That's vances add for the month also shoot JJ1 a MSG he works at vances. He can tell you the specials. When you get it look for crimson trace grips with the laser inthem. They are well worth the money. You are more than welcome to call me with questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod38um Posted September 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 I just checked out their website, I didnt see the Grand Raptor but they had a huge selection of Kimbers. I will definately run up and look around. Probably friday or next monday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 Did you look at their add? SA 1911's from 430 to 620 paraordinance 1911 for 420. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 I just checked out their website, I didnt see the Grand Raptor but they had a huge selection of Kimbers. I will definately run up and look around. Probably friday or next monday.Don't come on a Monday unless you wanna be disappointed. They are closed on Sundays and Mondays. I find this out the hard way a long time ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted September 15, 2009 Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 Forgot about that, oops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod38um Posted September 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 OK, Thanks.... I never understood that..... a lot of bike shops closed on monday as well....... 2 hour drive for nothing would suck! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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