I want to tap the expertise and opinions of the members of this site. I am seriously seeking to find the best model 1911 .45 cal pistol for the money. A little background. I have owned and shot guns for 40 plus years. I reload for my shotguns, rifles, and pistols/revolvers. I own more than 20 pistols and revolvers. They range from .22 to 44 mag (Redhawk and S&W 629-1). I do not currently own a model 1911 and only desire to own this in .45 caliber since I already own 7 pistols in 9mm and .40S&W.
I became interested in the Ruger SR1911 but cannot find one to buy face to face. The few that I see on Gunbroker have sold for $750+/- and then you have to pay shipping and FFL fees so the gun will run at least $800.
Given the scarcity and price of the SR1911, I began to step back and survey the field of 1911 pistols from different manufacturers. I desire a full size pistol since I will not carry this concealed, although I have a concealed carry permit. I spend a lot of time on the internet reviewing model 1911's and there are so many different brands and models that it gets confusing.
I desire a reliable gun that is accurate, but I will not shoot in matches. I will shoot this gun on a shooting range only. I like adjustable sights but that is not a mandatory requirement since many of my pistols do not have adjustable sights and they shoot fine (eg Beretta 92fs, Beretta 96d, Sig 229, Ruger P85, Glock 17 gen 3, Springfield XDM .40 cal). I would just as soon buy a good used 45 as a new one. I am constantly looking for good used guns in LGS and at gun shows as well as the internet.
I would really like to get the input of the readers regarding the best buy- value received for price paid- for a model 1911. Likewise, are there current brands/ or models to avoid. Thanks in advance.
I became interested in the Ruger SR1911 but cannot find one to buy face to face. The few that I see on Gunbroker have sold for $750+/- and then you have to pay shipping and FFL fees so the gun will run at least $800.
Given the scarcity and price of the SR1911, I began to step back and survey the field of 1911 pistols from different manufacturers. I desire a full size pistol since I will not carry this concealed, although I have a concealed carry permit. I spend a lot of time on the internet reviewing model 1911's and there are so many different brands and models that it gets confusing.
I desire a reliable gun that is accurate, but I will not shoot in matches. I will shoot this gun on a shooting range only. I like adjustable sights but that is not a mandatory requirement since many of my pistols do not have adjustable sights and they shoot fine (eg Beretta 92fs, Beretta 96d, Sig 229, Ruger P85, Glock 17 gen 3, Springfield XDM .40 cal). I would just as soon buy a good used 45 as a new one. I am constantly looking for good used guns in LGS and at gun shows as well as the internet.
I would really like to get the input of the readers regarding the best buy- value received for price paid- for a model 1911. Likewise, are there current brands/ or models to avoid. Thanks in advance.