The 1911 plunge

[cmgee67]

Hey guys I'm lookin to add a 1911 to the collection. I've had the Ruger Sr1911 5" but sold it because I didn't like the size. I like more the commanders size. I know Ruger makes That version. I have smaller hands and I would carry it every now and then so that helps. 45acp or 9mm are the two calibers im looking at and while I know it's a tall order I'd like to stay in the ball park of 5-700$. I'd like to buy new so if you have any suggestions on a good one please let me know what your likes and dislikes are.

[1911 10MM]

Hey guys I'm lookin to add a 1911 to the collection. I've had the Ruger Sr1911 5" but sold it because I didn't like the size. I like more the officers size. I know Ruger makes an officers size version. I have smaller hands and I would carry it every now and then so that helps. 45acp or 9mm are the two calibers im looking at and while I know it's a tall order I'd like to stay in the ball park of 5-700$. I'd like to buy new so if you have any suggestions on a good one please let me know what your likes and dislikes are.

Ruger makes a commander (4.25") barrel but I don't think they have an officer size. I have the Ruger commander and love it. The commander does have a full size grip. You should be able to get one in your price range if you shop around.

[mupepe]

A used Colt Defender would likely fit the bill but comes up towards the top of your price range probably. I love mine. It's my EDC and has been 100% reliable.

[Pawpaw]

In your price range, don't overlook Rock Island Armory pistols, imported from the Philippines by Armscor.

They're very well made and include a lifetime warranty.

[flechero]

My LGS has a Ruger LW commander in 9mm. A bit over your budget but feels and balances terrific in the hand. I have no experience with Ruger or Armscor 1911's so I can't offer much in the way of a suggestion.

For small hands and more comfortable IWB carry, slim grips are readily available.

[aaangel]

http://texasguntrader.com/index.php?a=2&b=1033499
hurry up! it will go fast... or i might buy it

[WTR]

http://texasguntrader.com/index.php?a=2&b=1033499
hurry up! it will go fast... or i might buy it

I get scam alert and trash at the link.

[aaangel]

hmm it works for me. but there's a guy in Houston selling a ruger night watchman for $700. go on the ruger tab, 2nd page.

[Beiruty]

In your price range, don't overlook Rock Island Armory pistols, imported from the Philippines by Armscor.

They're very well made and include a lifetime warranty.

[WTR]

In your price range, don't overlook Rock Island Armory pistols, imported from the Philippines by Armscor.

They're very well made and include a lifetime warranty.

I don't own one but the guys I know that do say good things about them.

[Beiruty]

I have one in 9mm. If the OP wants to shoot it, he is most welcome if he is in DFW.

[cmgee67]

The Rock islands are nice and they seem to be well made and they guys who have them like them that I could see on YouTube. I did hear they were possibly opening a plant in Nevada and gonna manufacture guns there

[cmgee67]

I have one in 9mm. If the OP wants to shoot it, he is most welcome if he is in DFW.

Thanks! If I decide on one of those I may take you up on that offer. I live 45 mins east of Dallas

[rentz]

Don't let the cheap price on the rock islands fool you, the 9mm one I have may have a couple rough edges on the finish but it fits tighter than the ruger I have and feels more solid

[Beiruty]

A Good RIA model: http://www.gunbroker.com/item/669019406


I had a SIG STX, a SIG custom shop model. Excellent. I only sold it in a trade for an SVI. I wish I kept it.
http://www.gunbroker.com/item/668977076

Another option SIG P220: http://www.gunbroker.com/item/667801094

Also, I may look into this SIG 1911 (available in Black or SS): http://www.gunbroker.com/item/668398383