Looking to get a good accurate target 1911 for around $1000 and I think I have narrowed it down to these two. For those of you who have experience with these guns which do you consider better for target shooting. I am also open to any other suggestions. Thanks
Colt gold cup 1911 vs Springfield loaded target 1911?
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While I am only familiar with the Series 70 Colt Gold Cup I own, I would think the Colt would retain it's value more readily than the Springfield.
Don
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those are both exellent choices, I own a 70 series GC and a loaded w/ fixed sights both are accurate enough to shoot 2" ish groups at 25 yards without issue.
I don't like the fact that the new GCs are not NRA service match legal and I really don't like the grip safety. That said I'd be hard pressed if I were you to pass on a new 2011 production GC and just change out the grip safety fo a wilson. that 100 years of service roll mark is drawing me to buy another Colt.
I don't like the fact that the new GCs are not NRA service match legal and I really don't like the grip safety. That said I'd be hard pressed if I were you to pass on a new 2011 production GC and just change out the grip safety fo a wilson. that 100 years of service roll mark is drawing me to buy another Colt.
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Get the Colt if you are worried about long term value. Get either if you just want to shoot.
About 3 years ago, I went to a gunshow with intent of buying a Gold Cup either new or used.. I picked up a few, but didn't find any that suited me. I ended up buying a Springfield Loaded brand new for less than 750 bucks. It it shoots nice tight groups and will feed any ammo I stick into it. I have nothing bad to say about it.
About 3 years ago, I went to a gunshow with intent of buying a Gold Cup either new or used.. I picked up a few, but didn't find any that suited me. I ended up buying a Springfield Loaded brand new for less than 750 bucks. It it shoots nice tight groups and will feed any ammo I stick into it. I have nothing bad to say about it.
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If you can find a good 70 GC go for that one .. the newer GC I have is a nightmare to dismantle and re assemble the sear pins as there is a small arm and spring involved .. other than that I love my new one to death. Great shooter, feels the way a handgun should with limited recoil if you use the right spring for your loads. As someone before me said, they hold their value better.
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For target shooting, get a Range Officer. I have had 3 or 4 Gold Cups. They shot about as good as any average regular 1911.
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Don't know where you heard Colt doesn't have a warranty. http://www.coltsmfg.com/CustomerServices/RepairRefinish/LimitedLifetimeService.aspx. You'll hear more about SA's warranty because frankly speaking lots of people are getting first hand experience with it lately.
On the subject of your two proposed candidates I don't care for the Gold Cup due to the extra parts and odd size trigger. The Springfield is very nicely finished and if you did get a lemon they will make it right. But truthfully, and it's just opinion, a Colt Rail Gun would be my choice at that price or a Combat Elite if you don't mind a two tone. Not listed, but every bit as nice.
On the subject of your two proposed candidates I don't care for the Gold Cup due to the extra parts and odd size trigger. The Springfield is very nicely finished and if you did get a lemon they will make it right. But truthfully, and it's just opinion, a Colt Rail Gun would be my choice at that price or a Combat Elite if you don't mind a two tone. Not listed, but every bit as nice.
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I have a SA Black Stainless Target. I've never considered it all that accurate. On the other hand, I also have a '79 Colt Series 70 GCNM. It's very accurate.
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If you're going to shoot the crap out of it there's no choice.
It's the springer.
I have a Loaded.
I break it, they fix it.
Happened twice
If it's for the safe. The Colt.
AFS
It's the springer.
I have a Loaded.
I break it, they fix it.
Happened twice
If it's for the safe. The Colt.
AFS
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My question to you is, how accurate do you expect to get for $1000? Combat accurate? 2" groups at 25 yards accurate? What?
Most smiths will tell you a stainless gun will be less accurate than a carbon steel gun.
(I've got my suit on)
Dave
Most smiths will tell you a stainless gun will be less accurate than a carbon steel gun.
(I've got my suit on)
Dave
This will definitely be a shooter. What kind of groups should I expect from a springfield loaded target?
I was faced with the same choice and bought the SA Loaded for the quality, warranty and customer service. I'm not saying that Colt doesn't produce a good gun, just that I found the SA products to be more consistant in quality. The Loaded or Range Officer will have the better sights, beaver tail, lowered port and front serrations (Loaded). I like those features and wanted them on my 45 shooter.
What kind of accuracy are you getting from your springfield loaded?
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