That's exactly what I've heard, TAM...that holsters are the biggest problem due to the rail on the Taurus 1911. I've heard that feature-wise they are an EXCELLENT value for the money, and shoot very well.The Annoyed Man wrote:My son has a Taurus 1911. I don't know about "100%," but the old stainless slide-stop lever from my Kimber Stainless UC II has been doing duty in my son's Taurus 1911 for the past 2 years now; so that part at least appears to be compatible with other 1911s. The primary trouble my son has had with his Taurus is finding a holster to fit it. His is the PT1911AR with the accessory rail, and the Taurus rail is larger and more obtrusive than the rails on similar Kimbers or Springfields. So unless you can get someone to make you a custom holster, it doesn't look like anyone makes a standard model of holster to fit that gun.MojoTexas wrote:I had looked at the Taurus 1911s before buying my Kimber back in February. From what I've heard, they're a great value for the money, but they're not exactly 100% compatible with other 1911 pistols. In other words, your mileage may vary trying to find holsters that fit perfectly, or trying to use aftermarket parts like grips and stuff. I don't know how true this is...but it's what I've heard. I would think that if you're just looking for an inexpensive range gun, a Taurus 1911 would be a great buy, especially if you're okay with keeping it stock.
I know what you mean about the first time shooting a 1911. My buddy has a Springfield TRP and shooting his TRP was what hooked me.
MojoTexas
