clandestine
AR-15 Savant
Sorry for the delay, I got your P.M.
When SIG 1911's were new they had alot of issues as Lou pointed out.
I dont currently see them for often for problems as I used to.
This means one of several things, 1 Sales have slowed thus less unit in circulation, 2 SIGs 1911 quality has improved, 3 people that may have problems either dont know what to look for, or dont shoot them enough to bear out the problems, 4 people use SIG warranty over using a local smith.
The one my friend was thinking about buying recently had an improper ramp gap, but he missed out and someone else bought it. He did buy one, but I havent looked at it yet. Its easy for a knowledged 1911 Pistolsmith to correct these issues. Same for Extractor issues. The Barrel Gap issue wil cause failure to feed for almost any Hollow Point, and even some FMJ's. This issue is what I cal a clicker, because if you pass a ballpoint pen up the ramp it binds and then clicks when it breaks free. This is NOT optimal for reliability. This kind of work will run about $125.00 for a good Smith to perform, but why should a person who just laid out over a grand fo ra gun have to pay a Smith to make it run. This pisses me off because I see customers deal with this often, especially from Springfield, Colt, and Kimber. If you pay 1K for a gun it should have some attention to detail.
All of the problem SIG 1911's I saw/see were an easy fix just like a legacy 1911. Work on the Ramps, Mouth, Breach Face, and Extractor Contour. You dont have to mess with tension on extranal extractors like legacy 1911 extractors.
I personally prefer external extractors because they dont require maintenance/adjustment like Old BHP and Internal 1911 Extractors do. The problem is execution on how these modern 1911 producers manufacture and finish the different 1911 extractors. Everyone does something different, there is no "Standard". There is not single standard like internal 1911 extractors, sorta like the piston AR15. Everyone who makes one does it different and different manufactureres are not cross compatible.
I like the theory of external 1911 extractors but until everyone makes them the same way I hate them because if the part breaks then SIG is the only source for parts.
If I break my AR15 (Direct Impingement), or my legacy 1911, I can get parts from a hundred different sources and local shops if need be.
Gun companies, and gun models come and go. In my experience its something I consider when I get a gun. The sompanys reputation for supporting items, making QUALITY items, and wether the gun is cross compatible with other manufacturers parts if the line is discontinued.
Personally my preference for the modern 1911 (External Extractor and a Rail System) is Smith and Wesson. The Parts are finished nicer, triggers are often better, and I rarely see one for reliability issues. They do have external extractors though.
What kind of budget are you working with? What do you want? Adjustable or fixed sights, std or night sights, beavertail or std grip safety, lanyard loop or not, slide serrations front and back or not, puropse of the gun (Home Defense, Competition, etc), suppressor or not, stainless or blued/painted.
You said you wanted a rail, what are you mounting? A Light, Laser? If you want a laser get Crimson Trace Grips. Dont get an external laser they cause holster compatibility issues. Lasermax 1911 lasers SUCK, stay away. If you get a railed 1911 not all are done the same so holster selection is limited, thus you may need a custom holster made. Custom holsters start at $150 and go up depending on the material used.
BTW, I dont recomend any mags besides Wilson. Many Aftermarket mags and Factory Mags dont feed reliably and some mags like CMC's can damage the feed ramp from the pointed follower.
When SIG 1911's were new they had alot of issues as Lou pointed out.
I dont currently see them for often for problems as I used to.
This means one of several things, 1 Sales have slowed thus less unit in circulation, 2 SIGs 1911 quality has improved, 3 people that may have problems either dont know what to look for, or dont shoot them enough to bear out the problems, 4 people use SIG warranty over using a local smith.
The one my friend was thinking about buying recently had an improper ramp gap, but he missed out and someone else bought it. He did buy one, but I havent looked at it yet. Its easy for a knowledged 1911 Pistolsmith to correct these issues. Same for Extractor issues. The Barrel Gap issue wil cause failure to feed for almost any Hollow Point, and even some FMJ's. This issue is what I cal a clicker, because if you pass a ballpoint pen up the ramp it binds and then clicks when it breaks free. This is NOT optimal for reliability. This kind of work will run about $125.00 for a good Smith to perform, but why should a person who just laid out over a grand fo ra gun have to pay a Smith to make it run. This pisses me off because I see customers deal with this often, especially from Springfield, Colt, and Kimber. If you pay 1K for a gun it should have some attention to detail.
All of the problem SIG 1911's I saw/see were an easy fix just like a legacy 1911. Work on the Ramps, Mouth, Breach Face, and Extractor Contour. You dont have to mess with tension on extranal extractors like legacy 1911 extractors.
I personally prefer external extractors because they dont require maintenance/adjustment like Old BHP and Internal 1911 Extractors do. The problem is execution on how these modern 1911 producers manufacture and finish the different 1911 extractors. Everyone does something different, there is no "Standard". There is not single standard like internal 1911 extractors, sorta like the piston AR15. Everyone who makes one does it different and different manufactureres are not cross compatible.
I like the theory of external 1911 extractors but until everyone makes them the same way I hate them because if the part breaks then SIG is the only source for parts.
If I break my AR15 (Direct Impingement), or my legacy 1911, I can get parts from a hundred different sources and local shops if need be.
Gun companies, and gun models come and go. In my experience its something I consider when I get a gun. The sompanys reputation for supporting items, making QUALITY items, and wether the gun is cross compatible with other manufacturers parts if the line is discontinued.
Personally my preference for the modern 1911 (External Extractor and a Rail System) is Smith and Wesson. The Parts are finished nicer, triggers are often better, and I rarely see one for reliability issues. They do have external extractors though.
What kind of budget are you working with? What do you want? Adjustable or fixed sights, std or night sights, beavertail or std grip safety, lanyard loop or not, slide serrations front and back or not, puropse of the gun (Home Defense, Competition, etc), suppressor or not, stainless or blued/painted.
You said you wanted a rail, what are you mounting? A Light, Laser? If you want a laser get Crimson Trace Grips. Dont get an external laser they cause holster compatibility issues. Lasermax 1911 lasers SUCK, stay away. If you get a railed 1911 not all are done the same so holster selection is limited, thus you may need a custom holster made. Custom holsters start at $150 and go up depending on the material used.
BTW, I dont recomend any mags besides Wilson. Many Aftermarket mags and Factory Mags dont feed reliably and some mags like CMC's can damage the feed ramp from the pointed follower.
Damn; I never knew that. That's all I've ever used. And one of my 1911's is alloy framed! I will have to take a close look soon and see if there is damage.
