Regent R350CR Review
This past week I purchased my first Commander 1911. There were two things that first appealed to this burgeoning 1911 fan,
The clerk demonstration of trying to laterally move the slide showed off the tightness of the fit. It was a very clean and tight package. The Regent 350CR is on the bottom as compared to my Springfield RO.
With this machining in mind, I see now that after 150 rounds, this will require the typical 500 round break-in. The springs are strong. Combine the recoil spring with the shallow cuts and I've had the occasional slip when trying to rack the slide. I am releasing with the slide stop when my fingers get tired.
For those that know the manufacturing trail, I'm asking for help in understand the build-chain. The Regent R350CR is stamped Turkey made "Tisas R0620". It is imported by Umarex (Arkansas). The Regent website seems rather new and feels like a work in progress. Lastly, the product registration process is with Walther Arms. So it is an interesting lineage.
Because of its looks, I want to make a go of this firearm. The technical specs [from manufacturer's website] are:
Caliber: .45 ACP
Capacity: 7 rds
Mode of Fire: Semi-Auto
Barrel Length: 4 in.
Rifling Grooves: 6
Rifling Twist: 1:16" RH
Front Sight: Serrated Ramp
Front Sight Width: .075 in.
Rear Sight: Combat Style
Overall Length: 7 5/8 in.
Overall Height w/ mag: 5 3/8 in.
Overall Width: 1 5/16 in.
Trigger Action: Single
Safety Type: Manual, Grip
Principals of Operation: Short-Recoil
Weight W/ Empty Mag: 35 oz
Weight of Empty Mag: 6.8 oz
Grip: Checkered Hogue®
Included Accessories
Cleaning Brush: Not in my cardboard box
Gun Lock: In my cardboard box
Owners Manual: In my cardboard box
Now, let us be clear, I am not a writer. Nor, am I a knowledgeable person. I've been shooting for about a year and this is my third 1911. I have disassembled my RIA 1911, smoothing all the needed parts. But I can honestly say that most of you have far more experience. My opinion is that I can overlook the magazine being too tight. I might, even, be able to gently persuade into correct configuration. I can overlook the snappiness of the recoil spring as it should yield in time. I cannot overlook the gorgeous look and that 1911 feel. The ambidextrous safety holds its position sufficiently for this lefthander.
I'm sensing a feel similar to my RIA 1911 9mm. After my first 500 hundred rounds, I basically has to tear the entire gun down and wipe clean all the parts. This thorough 'hand buffing' yielded noticeable improvement in the trigger and subsequent action if the pistol. My expectation is the exact same for this Regent|Umarex|Tisas|Walther 1911.
During the first 150 rounds, I'm seeing signs of tightening in the groups. I've done several cleanings throughout this break-in period. Weight wise, it 'feels' heavier than my Springfield RO (full size). That may be more due to balance but I do wonder about fatigue if I was to use this in competition. I'll post more as my knowledge grows. But so far I'm thinking I good a great deal.
Administrative note: The website notes 'Combat Style' rear sight. But that is not what I received [note picture]. These look like Novak[-style] sights to me. Perhaps someone can help clarify.
Regent R350CR Left Side
Regent R350CR Right Side
This past week I purchased my first Commander 1911. There were two things that first appealed to this burgeoning 1911 fan,
- The sleek matte black look stood out from the dozens of 1911 on the shelves.
- About $500 out-the-door.
The clerk demonstration of trying to laterally move the slide showed off the tightness of the fit. It was a very clean and tight package. The Regent 350CR is on the bottom as compared to my Springfield RO.
With this machining in mind, I see now that after 150 rounds, this will require the typical 500 round break-in. The springs are strong. Combine the recoil spring with the shallow cuts and I've had the occasional slip when trying to rack the slide. I am releasing with the slide stop when my fingers get tired.
For those that know the manufacturing trail, I'm asking for help in understand the build-chain. The Regent R350CR is stamped Turkey made "Tisas R0620". It is imported by Umarex (Arkansas). The Regent website seems rather new and feels like a work in progress. Lastly, the product registration process is with Walther Arms. So it is an interesting lineage.
Because of its looks, I want to make a go of this firearm. The technical specs [from manufacturer's website] are:
Caliber: .45 ACP
Capacity: 7 rds
Mode of Fire: Semi-Auto
Barrel Length: 4 in.
Rifling Grooves: 6
Rifling Twist: 1:16" RH
Front Sight: Serrated Ramp
Front Sight Width: .075 in.
Rear Sight: Combat Style
Overall Length: 7 5/8 in.
Overall Height w/ mag: 5 3/8 in.
Overall Width: 1 5/16 in.
Trigger Action: Single
Safety Type: Manual, Grip
Principals of Operation: Short-Recoil
Weight W/ Empty Mag: 35 oz
Weight of Empty Mag: 6.8 oz
Grip: Checkered Hogue®
Included Accessories
Cleaning Brush: Not in my cardboard box
Gun Lock: In my cardboard box
Owners Manual: In my cardboard box
Now, let us be clear, I am not a writer. Nor, am I a knowledgeable person. I've been shooting for about a year and this is my third 1911. I have disassembled my RIA 1911, smoothing all the needed parts. But I can honestly say that most of you have far more experience. My opinion is that I can overlook the magazine being too tight. I might, even, be able to gently persuade into correct configuration. I can overlook the snappiness of the recoil spring as it should yield in time. I cannot overlook the gorgeous look and that 1911 feel. The ambidextrous safety holds its position sufficiently for this lefthander.
I'm sensing a feel similar to my RIA 1911 9mm. After my first 500 hundred rounds, I basically has to tear the entire gun down and wipe clean all the parts. This thorough 'hand buffing' yielded noticeable improvement in the trigger and subsequent action if the pistol. My expectation is the exact same for this Regent|Umarex|Tisas|Walther 1911.
During the first 150 rounds, I'm seeing signs of tightening in the groups. I've done several cleanings throughout this break-in period. Weight wise, it 'feels' heavier than my Springfield RO (full size). That may be more due to balance but I do wonder about fatigue if I was to use this in competition. I'll post more as my knowledge grows. But so far I'm thinking I good a great deal.
Administrative note: The website notes 'Combat Style' rear sight. But that is not what I received [note picture]. These look like Novak[-style] sights to me. Perhaps someone can help clarify.
Regent R350CR Left Side
Regent R350CR Right Side
