I bought 4 Norinco 1911A1's when they were still being imported.
Guess what I paid for them each? $219.95, CSI Ontario, California being the importer. I bought them on the recommendation of a master 1911 smith, who was less than impressed with both Colts' and Springfield's offerings and prices. The forged steel and dimensional accuracy of the Norinco was already becoming well-known in the custom 1911 circles. It was a poorly-kept secret that many an IPSC or custom carry gun, including a couple of mine, got their start on a Norinco frame and slide. I have no remorse for doing the same, it was a superior quality product at a very competitive price.
I do, however, find it ironic that our same flag-waving patriots who would have us avoid purchases of Chinese goods haven't had a good look inside their computer's cases. If they did, I'd love to see the looks on their faces.
That Norinco can't cost much less new than a Rock Island or Springfield, can it?
Guess what I paid for them each? $219.95, CSI Ontario, California being the importer. I bought them on the recommendation of a master 1911 smith, who was less than impressed with both Colts' and Springfield's offerings and prices. The forged steel and dimensional accuracy of the Norinco was already becoming well-known in the custom 1911 circles. It was a poorly-kept secret that many an IPSC or custom carry gun, including a couple of mine, got their start on a Norinco frame and slide. I have no remorse for doing the same, it was a superior quality product at a very competitive price.
I do, however, find it ironic that our same flag-waving patriots who would have us avoid purchases of Chinese goods haven't had a good look inside their computer's cases. If they did, I'd love to see the looks on their faces.