9mm 1911

[NoVAshooter]

Hey guys, I am looking for a 1911 9mm pistol. I want to spend around $700 but don't really want to get the Taurus (too many lemons). I know Kimber and STI make some but they are well above my price range. Any suggestions for something a little cheaper and reliable.

 

[Carter]

I saw a para ordnance 9mm 1911 the other day at my local gun shop for around that price I believe.

However, you could go for a browning hi power. Same general gun (from what I've read). Just a little different due to being a later design.

 

[wally]

Check out the new RIA 9mm Tactical -- got mine for $420.

I know Taurus has a 9mm 1911 in the catalog, but I've never seen or heard of one actually being available. I've a Taurus 1911 in .38 Super that shoots really well, but I haven't shot it a lot. The out of the box experience couldn't have been better, will say the same about the RIA.

 

[DRYHUMOR]

Could save a bit longer and pick up one of those Kimbers or STI's. Springfield 9mm's are in that price range used, if you are patient and keep an eye open.

 

[EAJ]

Could save a bit longer and pick up an STI. Springfield 9mm's are in that price range used, if you are patient and keep an eye open.

 

[Demitrios]

STI makes the Spartan, which is around $650 the last time I checked, and is chambered in 9mm.

 

[doc540]

another option:

Be patient, be vigilant and buy a Colt Commander in 9mm.

Paid around $500 for this one:



Spend a few hundred on it:


Or just buy a nice one for between $700-$900


Then you'll have something kind of unique which might even appreciate over time.

Good luck!

 

[KyJim]

Got my STI Spartan for $628. Nice pistol for the money.

 

[jeepguy]

i just my kimber pro carry in black i think i paid $760 for it new. a couple weeks later i put night sights on it. it is verry accurate & i haven't had any problems with it.

 

[Skinny 1950]

It was Colts Patent get a .45

 

[farscott]

Dawson Precision sells the STI Spartan in 9x19 for $628.96, and it comes with a second magazine.

 

[Quoheleth]

I realize the OP is asking for a 1911, but someone already suggested the BHP I might also toss out the CZ75 SA - an excellent single-action 9mm pistol.

Isn't Rock Island Armory making a 9mm 1911 now?

Q

 

[TonyT]

I purchased a used STI Trojan for $750.

 

[jmorris]

I have a Springfield 9mm that cost in your range and would go with the Spartan before the Kimber the Trojan would be better than either.

 

[NMGonzo]

Check out the new RIA 9mm Tactical -- got mine for $420.
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I want one so badly ....

 

[rd2007]

There was a Defender 90 in 9mm at the gun show last weekend when I got mine in .45. The .45 was $778 and the 9mm was $787. Not sure why the difference in price, but I felt the decision was pretty easy on my end. I realize that is nearly $100 more than the OP asked, but patience will get you there.