First 1911... what and where to buy?

[Pinecone]

Wow, that's quite the spread distance-wise.

I have a car.

I will gladly drive to deal with a good shop. Driving past other shops that provide marginal service or are otherwise not worthy of my money.

 

[PapiBarcelona]

Add another vote for the Bank

 

[A1Uni]

Dang, me likey. Just don't have the $$ now. How likely are you to get more of these or similar Colts (say Gold Cups) over the next six months?

Most Colt pistols are in good supply at distributors right now. I can order most anything you want; turnaround time is about a week.

 

[HogCommander]

Springfield Range Officer

OP...consider the Springfield Range Officer. At the $800 price point, they're extremely hard to beat (accuracy, reliability, fit/finish, BoMar style adj sights). I compete with one in NRA & CMP matches and so do 4 of my team mates. Have seen/shot 7 different RO's and every one could hold the 10 ring (3.3") at 50 yards from a Ransom Rest (10 rounds). Most were closer to 2" groups in same circumstances.

Where to buy? Can't help with local shops but shouldn't be hard to find one with a Range Officer in stock.

More money will get you more gun but the performance of every RO I've seen makes it a great value.

 

[t84a]

Which one is considered the "Cadillac"?

 

[5.56blaster]

I like Colt. Series 70 or 80. Ive put thousands of rounds out of mine and they still keep going.

 

[protegeV]

I have a car.

I will gladly drive to deal with a good shop. Driving past other shops that provide marginal service or are otherwise not worthy of my money.

I have a car too. I hate driving, even though I like my car

 

[Jollyllama]

I have purchased several 1911s from Baltimore's best pawn. Good prices and service. For 1200 look at Dan Wesson. Easily the best 1911 for the money.

 

[tinydata]

I purchased a SA Loaded M1911 as my first handgun and absolutely love it

 

[Jollyllama]

Nice looking Springfield.

 

[Mr. Ed]

Couple of months ago I was in the same position as the OP. Stopped by Baltimore's Best Pawn and casually asked Dan about a 1911. After a few questions and answers, he showed me a Springfield TRP. Couldn't be happier! Thanks again, Dan!

 

[protegeV]

Couple of months ago I was in the same position as the OP. Stopped by Baltimore's Best Pawn and casually asked Dan about a 1911. After a few questions and answers, he showed me a Springfield TRP. Couldn't be happier! Thanks again, Dan!

I saw all the 1911s at BBP and I was all

However the purpose of my visit was to drop a bunch of cash for 2 suppressors, so the 1911 will have to wait.

 

[MDElite]

Thanks guys! Lot's to choose from and lot's to order. Springfield is a great option in that price range. We took the plunge recently to become a Colt stocking dealer, so those are good option too. Also STI and Dan Wesson of course, but getting up there.

 

[Dawson9a]

I'm definitely leaning towards a Colt Rail Gun... Is this something that the local shops can order if they don't have anything in stock? Best online price I've seen is $1003... plus fees....

Btw, I'm located in Eldersburg, Carroll County...

 

[MDElite]

I'm definitely leaning towards a Colt Rail Gun... Is this something that the local shops can order if they don't have anything in stock? Best online price I've seen is $1003... plus fees....

Btw, I'm located in Eldersburg, Carroll County...

We are in Finksburg so right down the road from you. We can order the Rail gun. Price would be a little more then that, but after shipping and transfer it should be pretty close.

-Dan

 

[Rickman]

Picked up a 1911 9mm from BBP earlier this year. Great folks to work with.

 

[Pinecone]

Which one is considered the "Cadillac"?

Colt.

Even when Colt quality control is low, the are still the standard that all others are measured against

Not that there are not a lot of good 1911s out there.

My first choice is typically Colt.

 

[Dawson9a]

Best deal out there in a Colt rail gun? What laser sight is everyone using in this gun?

 

[5cary]

crappy-ass phone pic, but this is my SA MC Operator, purchased from BBestPawn. It's at the top of your price range, and it's a fantastic pistol - very smooth. My first 1911 as well, and the only one I'll ever need (or so I keep telling myself).

 

[Rapture]

I went with the Ruger SR1911 for my first 1911. Happy with it.