I realize that perhaps this might be better suited for the Handgun section, but here goes...... I am looking at a RIA 1911 in .45ACP. It is the full size model, a stainless or stainless looking finish, skeletonized hammer and trigger, Novak lo-profile sights that are standard dovetail cut front and rear. The gun is virtually brand new, with less than one box fired, including the case (plastic), all paperwork, and 2 Novak 8rd mags.
I know the guy who has it. He is a double action 9mm kind of guy, who wanted to see what the SA 1911 craze was all about. It seems he did not take to the transition well. In my opinion, after less than one box of ammo, he didn't try real hard. But, that's his problem, not mine.
The "Blue Book" doesn't offer any information on RIA, other than to say that they supplied frames and parts to Springfield at one time, and referred me to Springfield's section. Springfield doesn't even mention them, unless I missed something. I can't seem to find any information on MSRP, or a "used" value on THIS particular model. I found the "almost identical" version in blue for $480 at several online sites, but not the "stainless" one. I can buy this one for $550 out the door.
Any opinions on whether this is a decent buy? I've heard of them, but I'm not familiar with the brand, other than the gun is made in the Phillipines. If the quality is good, I'm okay with the price, knowing I can buy a comparable Springer for $150-200 more (I think) if I can find one. Finding one however, has been a problem. Imagine that. Thanks for your input and assistance.
I know the guy who has it. He is a double action 9mm kind of guy, who wanted to see what the SA 1911 craze was all about. It seems he did not take to the transition well. In my opinion, after less than one box of ammo, he didn't try real hard. But, that's his problem, not mine.
The "Blue Book" doesn't offer any information on RIA, other than to say that they supplied frames and parts to Springfield at one time, and referred me to Springfield's section. Springfield doesn't even mention them, unless I missed something. I can't seem to find any information on MSRP, or a "used" value on THIS particular model. I found the "almost identical" version in blue for $480 at several online sites, but not the "stainless" one. I can buy this one for $550 out the door.
Any opinions on whether this is a decent buy? I've heard of them, but I'm not familiar with the brand, other than the gun is made in the Phillipines. If the quality is good, I'm okay with the price, knowing I can buy a comparable Springer for $150-200 more (I think) if I can find one. Finding one however, has been a problem. Imagine that. Thanks for your input and assistance.