[dsk]

It's now up:

http://usgi1911.tripod.com/ww2milspec

[rauchman]

DSK,

Thanks for a great review. I've recently got the wondernine thing out of my system and am gradually transitioning to the 1911. For the price, this Springfield or the regualar Mil-Spec maybe my next handgun. Interesting how the trend is starting to swing in favor of a more simple look for the 1911. Don't get me wrong, the totally tricked out 1911 and everything in between is still very appealing, but so is the more basic layout of a "regular" one as well.

[Marko Kloos]

Good review, with nice pictures.

I like the minimalistic look of the WWII Mil-Spec. It's hands-down the best bargain in 1911s right now. They could price these at $100 more than they go for these days, and they'd still sell a bunch.

http://www.frontiernet.net/~lendringser/images/ww2milspec.jpg

[Vern Humphrey]

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They could price these at $100 more than they go for these days, and they'd still sell a bunch.
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Bite your tongue!

You realize they may be reading this, don't you?:D

[Jim Watson]

I have only seen one of these. It looked well made, but it was in the hands of our local magazine writer and I could not be sure it was not hand picked for favorable review. This review makes it seem typical.

I have no use for it as is, a well-worn Colt and a Systema are all the GI guns I need. But I would rather take one of these SAs to my gunsmith and have it refitted to suit than to buy a Loaded. The final cost would be higher, but I would have a better job.

[1911Tuner]

I feel the money leaving my checking account even as I read these words.
This is a way bad thang...:p

[WalkerTexasRanger]

Love the new WWII mil-spec!!!! Mine has about 400 rounds now and has functioned perfectly. Not to mention it looks damn fine on the nightstand...

[silent one]

dsk,
I read your revue on 1911 forum. com, . You did a great job researching the Springfield Mil-Spec.
I own three of them, and I personally don't think anyone could buy a more accurate, well built, and a more affordable 1911 than this one. Springfield definately has a hit on their hands IMHO.
I have shot 400 rounds through two of them, and neither weapon had any malfunctions at all. The temp was near 0 degrees at the range with snow swirling around and they still worked flawlessly. I really like these weapons. For around $400.00, I think they're the best buy out there today.
BTW Tuner, if you're thinking about getting one, do it. I can just picture you sitting there thinking,'' I wonder how this thing would run if I just polished this and changed that spring. then maybe i'll lap the rails''. You could make a first class comp gun with your knowledge.
good luck, and be safe.


SILENT ONE

[1911Tuner]

Nah...'Bout all I'd do is lose the titanium firing pin and put a standard FP spring in it. Swap out the ILS for a standard MSH and get both hammer hooks on the sear. Check the lower barrel lug and make sure it's on the
slidestop pin on both sides...Little things like that. After shootin' it a
fer hundred rounds, maybe a little Magic Goop to make it buttery.

I like'em simple and my tastes run to no frills...which is exactly what it is.

Gettin me an itch...:uhoh:

[silent one]

Tuner,
Just a few little things,'' uh huh'' :)
Good Luck, and be safe

'' SEMPER FIDELIS''

SILENT ONE

[agtman]

Very thorough report, dsk. Thanks. Pictures were great too. :)

[Geech]

Good review. I've been looking into one of these, and I've been hearing some inconsistant comments on the ability of the pistols to feed hollowpoint ammo. Does anyone have experience shooting hollowpoints in the WWII mil-spec 1911?

[Marko Kloos]

Mine feeds Gold Dot 200-grain "Flying Ashtrays" without issues. Considering that those are just about the most wide-mouthed JHPs you can get in .45ACP, I'd say the WWII does just fine when it comes to feeding JHPs.