[proudrace]

had my first look today at the springfield armory 1911 A1 mil. spec.patterned after the wwii gun. does anyone know where sringfields frames are made? does anyone have one of these pistols and comments?

[Tamara]

AFAIK, the frames are made in Brazil.

[proudrace]

appreciate that bit of info.has anyone had a chance to test one of these?.i would assume the quality is better than those from the philippines?

[Matt Sutton]

I have one of the new WWII Mil-specs. If you look at your dust cover, you'll see a stamp reading "Imbel Brazil". I have only fired 100 rounds so far, but it was totally relliable and shot to the point of aim at 25 yards.
Mine was $374 before tax. My friend found one for $369. IMO it's the best deal in 1911's going.

[Tropical Z]

I doubt its made any better than a Phillipino 1911.

[Loaded]

Brazilian foundries rank at the top in the forging / foundry world. Highly regarded as extreme quality and workmanship.

Sure, the Reese family could have hired Union workers to make their frames, but at a MUCH higher cost. And possibility of work stoppages, walk outs, etc. But then, we'll let Colt carry that monicker! :neener:

[J Miller]

I had a Springfield 1911 Mil Spec. It functioned properly right out of the box. It didn't need anything. Fed any design bullet I could fit in the magazine, and the accuracy was quite good.
I had to sell it to pay bills. A stupid move. When I get back on my feet I'll buy another one.

J

[proudrace]

tropical:
the only quality mechanical item to come out of the P.I. were the jeepneys; and of course they started out in life over here in the U.S.
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