Hoping for some guidance from the resident 1911 experts around here. Looking for my first 1911. I’d like it to look at least passingly close to a WWII era 1911. It doesn’t have to be correct down to the minute details, but should have the classic A1 WWII look. It also must work with quality hollow point ammunition, not that it will be carried often but may be occasionally.
Currently considering the following:
Auto-Ordnance 1911a1, the most faithful WWII replica of the batch, available to me for $560.
https://shopkahrfirearmsgroup.com/firearms/auto-ordnance-1911bkoma.asp
Colt 1911 Government, the most enticing brand on the list, and most expensive. Missing the arched mainspring housing and lanyard loop. Price unknown but it looks like I could find it for about $750-800.
https://www.colt.com/detail-page/colt-1991-govt-45-acp-5-71-double-diamond-rosewood-grip-matte-blued
Springfield Armory Mil-Spec, a well known brand at a nice price. The logo on the grips and slanted serrations on the slide irk me, but one of those is easily corrected. There is a used model available at my local shop for $620.
https://www.springfield-armory.com/products/1911-mil-spec-45-acp/
This will likely be my only 1911 so I’m willing to spend for the colt if you all believe it’s worth it. Just trying to balance authenticity, function, and price.
Currently considering the following:
Auto-Ordnance 1911a1, the most faithful WWII replica of the batch, available to me for $560.
https://shopkahrfirearmsgroup.com/firearms/auto-ordnance-1911bkoma.asp
Colt 1911 Government, the most enticing brand on the list, and most expensive. Missing the arched mainspring housing and lanyard loop. Price unknown but it looks like I could find it for about $750-800.
https://www.colt.com/detail-page/colt-1991-govt-45-acp-5-71-double-diamond-rosewood-grip-matte-blued
Springfield Armory Mil-Spec, a well known brand at a nice price. The logo on the grips and slanted serrations on the slide irk me, but one of those is easily corrected. There is a used model available at my local shop for $620.
https://www.springfield-armory.com/products/1911-mil-spec-45-acp/
This will likely be my only 1911 so I’m willing to spend for the colt if you all believe it’s worth it. Just trying to balance authenticity, function, and price.