hatterasurf
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I'm looking to get my first 1911. I want to spend around 600 to 700 dollars. just would like to hear your suggestion on which one to get and if the GI Springfield is a good one to go with or not. thanks guys
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Well...A little over 2 years ago, I did my level best to beat a GI Springfield to death...without success. There were a few minor issues, but nothin' that would keep me from buyin' another one. Do a search on "Springer Thru (through) the Wringer" for the full story. Long read, but...amusing.
Well...A little over 2 years ago, I did my level best to beat a GI Springfield to death...without success. There were a few minor issues, but nothin' that would keep me from buyin' another one. Do a search on "Springer Thru (through) the Wringer" for the full story. Long read, but...amusing.
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Springfield Armory
makes excellent 1911A1 replica's. Their basic WW-II G.I. model can be had
in parkerized, or stainless with tiny military sights and a 5" barrel. Prices
vary widely per locale, but locally I sell 'em NIB starting at $439.88.
The other Springfield that some confuse with the G.I. replica is the MIL
SPEC. Its the same gun as the G.I. model, but with better (three dot
sights) and a lowered (flared) ejection port. Also, available in both the
parkerized and stainless versions. Last time I looked, we had the MIL
SPEC with the parkerized finish for $579.88? Either of these are good
guns, with forged frames from the Brazilian maker IMBEL; noted for
out standing craftsmanship.
makes excellent 1911A1 replica's. Their basic WW-II G.I. model can be had
in parkerized, or stainless with tiny military sights and a 5" barrel. Prices
vary widely per locale, but locally I sell 'em NIB starting at $439.88.
The other Springfield that some confuse with the G.I. replica is the MIL
SPEC. Its the same gun as the G.I. model, but with better (three dot
sights) and a lowered (flared) ejection port. Also, available in both the
parkerized and stainless versions. Last time I looked, we had the MIL
SPEC with the parkerized finish for $579.88? Either of these are good
guns, with forged frames from the Brazilian maker IMBEL; noted for
out standing craftsmanship.
For a first 1911 I don't recommend you buy a GI, get a Mil-Spec if you like the Springfield or a Loaded, but please don't buy a GI, the sights are just way too small and it comes with a really heavy trigger.
These three are really nice entry level guns, high quality, very accurate and they come with factory; Beaver Tails, good sites, good triggers, if bought new, the factory will stand behind them 100%, both Springfield and Kimber have excelent customer service. Compare the pictures of the top 2 guns to the bottom 2 and see what you're getting for your money.
Kimber Custom II is around $620 - if you buy used make sure the Kimber has an Internal Extractor
Springfield Loaded is around $680 - Very good Pistol
Springfield Mil-Spec is around $590-but you'll soon be wishing that you had the features the loaded model has.
See the problem with the GI Sights?
Strech it out to $800 to include tax & reg and you'll have a nice gun, that will last you a life time, with out ever seeing the Gun Smith, for anything major. You can tell by the pictures what you're getting for the price.
I'm seeing alot of people buying GI's lattely and then thier jaws drop when they find out what the Gun Smith is going to charge them to turn it into a Loaded model. I'm guilty of this too, I'm building a Mil-Spec into a Target Pistol, in the long run it isn't worth the money, it has personal touches and feelings because you build it or had it build, but that's about it. Some of the GI build ups I've seen, could have easily paid for Baer or Ed Brown pistols.
1911's and AR-15's are not LEGO's or Honda Civics. Buy a quality gun, that's set up, if you get into shooting IDPA or another sport latter, you already started off with a better platform and you know you'll be makeing it into a money by that time.
These three are really nice entry level guns, high quality, very accurate and they come with factory; Beaver Tails, good sites, good triggers, if bought new, the factory will stand behind them 100%, both Springfield and Kimber have excelent customer service. Compare the pictures of the top 2 guns to the bottom 2 and see what you're getting for your money.
Kimber Custom II is around $620 - if you buy used make sure the Kimber has an Internal Extractor
Springfield Loaded is around $680 - Very good Pistol
Springfield Mil-Spec is around $590-but you'll soon be wishing that you had the features the loaded model has.
See the problem with the GI Sights?
Strech it out to $800 to include tax & reg and you'll have a nice gun, that will last you a life time, with out ever seeing the Gun Smith, for anything major. You can tell by the pictures what you're getting for the price.
I'm seeing alot of people buying GI's lattely and then thier jaws drop when they find out what the Gun Smith is going to charge them to turn it into a Loaded model. I'm guilty of this too, I'm building a Mil-Spec into a Target Pistol, in the long run it isn't worth the money, it has personal touches and feelings because you build it or had it build, but that's about it. Some of the GI build ups I've seen, could have easily paid for Baer or Ed Brown pistols.
1911's and AR-15's are not LEGO's or Honda Civics. Buy a quality gun, that's set up, if you get into shooting IDPA or another sport latter, you already started off with a better platform and you know you'll be makeing it into a money by that time.
Great choice on a Springfield GI, you will not be disappointed. I've got a used springfield loaded and the only thing i've changed on it is that it now has a flat MSH which better fits my hand. When I got it it had the commander style hammer and grip safety, i don't really care about beaver tails so it didn't bother me. I also got some new grips. The only problems i've ever had with it were with wolf ammo (i think the laquered cases swell and stick in the chamber).
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