XDTalk Forums - Your XD/XD(m) Information Source! - M1911 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/ en Thu, 23 May 2013 22:22:28 GMT vBulletin 5 http://img.xdtalk.com/forums/images/styles/xd/misc/rss.jpg XDTalk Forums - Your XD/XD(m) Information Source! - M1911 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/ Gun shoots low, or user error? New shooter needing help http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236502-gun-shoots-low-user-error-new-shooter-needing-help.html Thu, 23 May 2013 01:20:09 GMT So I'm new to shooting (started in November of last year) but have a decent grasp on the subject. I can shoot "ok groups" with my ruger sr1911 using the POA sight picture. I moved my target back to 45' today, and shot low the whole time. Do I have to just aim above my target? Or is there a trick/technique for shooting at further distances?

Here is at 5yds-8 shots (8"x11" target)

And here is 15yds-7 shots (8"x11" target)
]]> M1911 SoKoPaTh http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236502-gun-shoots-low-user-error-new-shooter-needing-help.html 1911 Night Sights http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236430-1911-night-sights.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:09:27 GMT Any suggestions? Help me decide............Lets see what you are running. Any suggestions? Help me decide............Lets see what you are running. ]]> M1911 lowbar http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236430-1911-night-sights.html Sig 1911 Compact Question http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236333-sig-1911-compact-question.html Mon, 20 May 2013 22:53:19 GMT Ok, so this question might be odd. I have a new Sig 1911 Ultra Compact. It takes a good bit of effort to pull the slide back. Also, when the slide is... Ok, so this question might be odd. I have a new Sig 1911 Ultra Compact. It takes a good bit of effort to pull the slide back. Also, when the slide is back and locked with an empty Mag just pressing on the mag release with your thumb wont release the slide. You need to pull back slightly on the slide shile pressing the release to get it to go forward. Is this because the gun is new and the Sig is just a tight gun? Or am I getting old? ]]> M1911 MOCVDEngineer http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236333-sig-1911-compact-question.html Review: Sig Sauer 1911 TACPAC http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236281-review-sig-sauer-1911-tacpac.html Mon, 20 May 2013 05:31:32 GMT So the last 1911 review I wrote about a year and a half ago received 12,000 views here on XDtalk, so that became the motivation to write this review.... So the last 1911 review I wrote about a year and a half ago received 12,000 views here on XDtalk, so that became the motivation to write this review. Here I go again...

Preface

I will start by saying that I’m no Larry Vickers. I would consider myself a moderately knowledgeable 1911 authority. I know the basics and can identify quality when I see it. I’ll try to identify all the positive and negative aspects of this 1911 and hopefully give you a quality review from the perspective of your average 1911 buyer. One last thing before I get to the review, I’m going to talk from my experience with this 1911, so if what I’m saying is different from your experience, please share. I’m not a terminology guru either so if I get a term wrong don’t bash me for it, just let me know what the proper term is. Last, I’m not a english major. I’ll do my best to proof read my work and make for a good read, but I can only do my best. Thanks for reading.

Mr YACYAS

Backstory

About 6 months ago I sold my Springfield TRP Operator to a friend with the intention of buying it back from him. Unfortunately, the TRP bug got him good and when I finally had money again he decided to keep it. Well my loss, I ended up ordering a NIGHTHAWK Custom Enforcer in 9mm. Considering the fact that I won’t see that pistol till sometime in 2015 I decided to get a 1911 to fill the void in the mean time. Ergo this review.

Review of the Sig Sauer 1911 TACPAC



After searching around, the Sig 1911's just seems to have the best value in their price range. I paid $919.00 (w/o taxes and background) for the this 1911. Couple of the reasons I went with this one. At the price I couldn't find a 1911 with all the features that I wanted except for this Sig.



For one I wanted front and rear checkering on the grip. I as actually surprised how few 1911 makers actually do that at this price range. The Sig checkering is not nearly as aggressive as the TRP checkering. Which is a good thing for most of you as I hear constant complaining how the TRP is too aggressive. The Sig checkering does however gets the job done and is advertised as 25 LPI on the front of the grip. The Main Spring Housing maintains a 20 LPI.



Sacrilegious as it may be I also wanted a rail for a weapon mounted light. Not a rare feature but one that makes finding the right 1911 harder. I plan on using this as my primary pistol for carry, home defense, and duty so it has lots of roles to fill. Being so I needed as much versatility as I can get. If this was solely a carry model I probably would have ditched the rail.



I also wanted a rear sight with a Novak cut, I definitely didn’t want a 1911 that has some mystery cut like the Remington R1 Enhanced. This Sig 1911 comes with a 3-dot standard Heine non-tritium sight set.



The Sig has the Nitron finish which is a finish I’m not to familiar with. I have used this 1911 in some holster carry but not enough to really gauge how tough the Nitron finish is. I will try to update this review as I can really get a true grasp of its longevity.

The Sig's slide to frame and barrel to bushing fit are adequate. You definitely won’t be blow away by how tight it is but good enough to get the job done.

The Sig had some initial trouble with fully chambering during the first fifty or so shots. After that though she started running pretty flawlessly. I’ve put about 400 rounds through her and the last 300 have been 100%. I’m guessing this particular gun needed a little break in. Regardless, this gun is going to be fed a lot and I will have a really good idea how reliable she is in the next month or so. I’ll update accordingly.

So accuracy, I have pictures of some groups I made standing at 7 yards. I wish I had remembered to take pictures, but I did shoot this on a ransom rest at 25 yards and it average about 2 1/2 inches with non-dialed in reloads.

Here are the 7 yard standing target pics.









The TACPAC in my opinion is somewhat of a joke. The holster is a copy of a SERPA holster which is not my favorite holster design already, additionally its a poor copy at that. The railed version of the TACPAC comes with one less magazine but includes a rail mounted laser. I'm not a fan of lasers so for me its pointless for you maybe its a feature you'd like.

One thing I'd like to touch on because I kind of grilled them in my last review is the Sig magazines. In my previous review I basically said that the only thing you should do with sig magazines is throw them in the trash. This time though they worked great, I still prefer Wilson 8rd 47d magazines but there is nothing wrong with the Sig magazines as far as I can tell. So props to Sig. I did test the Chip McCormick 10rd power magazines with the Sig 1911 and it did not like them at all. Non-stop feeding issues with the Chip 10 rounders, don't know if its just this gun or the Sig line in general.

Couple modifications I made to this gun. The grip that came with the Sig was adequate but I liked the wood Colo Bolo grips I had lying around better. I also added the ED Brown drop in magazine well mainspring housing for easier and quicker reloading. Last I added the black serrated 10-8 rear sight.

Thanks for reading. Hope you enjoyed. ]]> M1911 Mr. YACYAS http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236281-review-sig-sauer-1911-tacpac.html magazine shattered while shooting http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236233-magazine-shattered-while-shooting.html Sun, 19 May 2013 15:59:32 GMT was at the range today shooting my ruger sr1911. i brought the two factory mags, as well as 4 generic Stainless mags i picked up at the last gun show... was at the range today shooting my ruger sr1911. i brought the two factory mags, as well as 4 generic Stainless mags i picked up at the last gun show ($12 ea) i loaded one of the generic mags, racked the slide forward and fired one shot when the base of the magazine shot out the bottom of the gun and the spring went flying. WTF happened? anyone else ever have this happen to them? ]]> M1911 SoKoPaTh http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236233-magazine-shattered-while-shooting.html Colt Marine 1911 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236177-colt-marine-1911-a.html Sat, 18 May 2013 12:40:41 GMT We are about to issued them and was wondering if there is anyone out there who know what holsters they come with? Any info would be great. Thanks. We are about to issued them and was wondering if there is anyone out there who know what holsters they come with? Any info would be great. Thanks. ]]> M1911 Kjwarren http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236177-colt-marine-1911-a.html New addition http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236166-new-addition.html Sat, 18 May 2013 02:29:13 GMT Well I pick it up tomorrow . S.S. loaded . To match my parkarized loaded . Image: http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/18/gy7y6ema.jpg ... Well I pick it up tomorrow . S.S. loaded . To match my parkarized loaded .

"ParanoidAndroid. 2.54" ]]> M1911 H2447INTX http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236166-new-addition.html <![CDATA[Consecutive numbered SA Professional's.]]> http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236164-consecutive-numbered-sa-professional-s.html Sat, 18 May 2013 02:17:46 GMT I was able to pick up the batch mate for my Pro, which I had customized and hardchromed. :D My hardchromed version... Image:... I was able to pick up the batch mate for my Pro, which I had customized and hardchromed. :D

My hardchromed version...





And it's consecutive numbered litter mate...




The VZ's will go on the hardchromed one and the factory grips will go on the factory one, as it will be staying bone stock since I already have a Pro done "my way". :cool: ]]> M1911 JoeOU1 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236164-consecutive-numbered-sa-professional-s.html talk to me about 1911 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236160-talk-me-about-1911-a.html Sat, 18 May 2013 01:12:53 GMT Looking into getting myself a 1911 no idea of brand or model yet. Just a couple quick ?s. Do they all shoot that damn good? Are the parts pretty much... Looking into getting myself a 1911 no idea of brand or model yet. Just a couple quick ?s. Do they all shoot that damn good? Are the parts pretty much interchangeable? Or are they brand specific say triggers or slides or whatever:?: ]]> M1911 justahoe http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/236160-talk-me-about-1911-a.html Sig Sauer is a Beast... http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235958-sig-sauer-beast.html Wed, 15 May 2013 02:55:06 GMT This new Sig 1911 is a beast. It has checker front and backstrap plus beavertail grip safety and tight slide to frame fit. Plus, more importantly,... This new Sig 1911 is a beast. It has checker front and backstrap plus beavertail grip safety and tight slide to frame fit. Plus, more importantly, I can shoot in the bullseye all day with it. Grips are after market buffalo bone with mother of pearl inlaid cross.
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]]> M1911 bigwilli http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235958-sig-sauer-beast.html Base Plate in 1911 slide http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235948-base-plate-1911-slide.html Wed, 15 May 2013 00:15:57 GMT I'm having difficulty depressing the pin on the back plate to slide the plate off to get to the firing pin, any help would be appreciated. THANKS ]]> M1911 TABB56 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235948-base-plate-1911-slide.html <![CDATA[1911 "melt" help***update***]]> http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235931-1911-melt-help-update.html Tue, 14 May 2013 21:05:25 GMT I have a "FrAnkEn gUN" 1911 that is a mishmash of parts. I built it on a 80's Norinco frame and used secondhand parts. It's nothing fancy but it's a shooter and eats everything I've ever fed it!

Anyhow, I'm wondering how difficult it would be to do a mild "melt" on the slide and frame. Also are there any videos that show the process? Thanks in advance!

here's a pic...



And this is kind of what I want to do. Just not as extreme...

]]> M1911 RetiredFCC http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235931-1911-melt-help-update.html What is the proper way to carry a 1911? http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235911-what-proper-way-carry-1911-a.html Tue, 14 May 2013 16:50:17 GMT Is cocked and locked with the side safety on a good idea? Is cocked and locked with the side safety on a good idea? ]]> M1911 MOCVDEngineer http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235911-what-proper-way-carry-1911-a.html <![CDATA[Replacing FLGR with short guide rod & new end cap]]> http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235864-replacing-flgr-short-guide-rod-new-end-cap.html Mon, 13 May 2013 21:22:57 GMT Where is the best place to buy a short guide rod and stainless recoil spring end cap for a SA 1911 A1 .45 Loaded model. Trying to clean this thing... Where is the best place to buy a short guide rod and stainless recoil spring end cap for a SA 1911 A1 .45 Loaded model.
Trying to clean this thing and dealing with the full length guide rod is a pain. Plus, it will loosen during firing, and probably not safe.

Thanks for your help! ]]> M1911 rgmcree http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235864-replacing-flgr-short-guide-rod-new-end-cap.html Para Double Stack Black Ops 1911 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235795-para-double-stack-black-ops-1911-a.html Sun, 12 May 2013 04:18:11 GMT Hi Everyone, Just want to ask everybody what you think of the Para Double Stack 1911's, are they really thick in the grip to handle or are there any flaws in feeding, I know the 1911was made for single stack, but was wondering about the Pros and Cons of a double stack 1911, Thanks for all replies. ]]> M1911 TABB56 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235795-para-double-stack-black-ops-1911-a.html Goodbye Glock 21.. Hello Springfield TRP! http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235775-goodbye-glock-21-hello-springfield-trp.html Sun, 12 May 2013 01:27:18 GMT Sold my Glock 21SF RTF2 and used that money towards my newest addition which is a Springfield TRP! She comes home to me on Wednesday and I couldn't be more excited!

My Loaded Champion was a beauty and I'm expecting this gun to be even better!

]]> M1911 Chicago2VP71 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235775-goodbye-glock-21-hello-springfield-trp.html First time out with my Kimber http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235760-first-time-out-my-kimber.html Sat, 11 May 2013 19:41:19 GMT Well last night i was able to find some time to shoot my newly purchased Kimber TLE II. If some of you may recall i made a post when i got title... Well last night i was able to find some time to shoot my newly purchased Kimber TLE II.
If some of you may recall i made a post when i got title "hope the rumors aren't true". Well in my case they turned out not to be.
I fired 225 rounds through the pistol (and 100 through my 2 Glocks also) and had ZERO failures or issues of any kind.
I used the factory mag which i heard is very problematic, a Wilson 47D, and a Chip McCormick 8 rounder.
Kimber also stated not to lube with grease which i did anyway using hoppes gun grease.
I was easily tearing ragged holes at 7 yards however at 15 yards i could barely put 2 out of 8 rounds on to a paper plate. I attribute this to fatigue from shooting after a 9 hour work day of sanding and painting cars.
I used WWB and Remington UMC, both 230 gr.
So there you guys have it, a Kimber that worked every time i pulled the trigger and was also a dream to shoot.
The only thing i regret was not buying this gun 2 years ago when i started looking at the TLE II.

Mods done to gun are Kimber warrior grips, Ed Brown mainspring housing, and an Ed Brown Maxi magwell.

]]> M1911 Spooled http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235760-first-time-out-my-kimber.html Rock Island 2011! http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235574-rock-island-2011-a.html Wed, 08 May 2013 16:47:47 GMT Brought her home last night, she looks like a "Lucille" but I'll take suggestions :D
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]]> M1911 JBubbs http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235574-rock-island-2011-a.html <![CDATA["E" series!]]> http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235532-e-series.html Wed, 08 May 2013 03:10:38 GMT Picked up a nice looking S&W “E" series last week, after about 200 rounds, I can say that I'm very pleased!!! Thing feels, shoots, and looks amazing! Very good first 1911 if I don't say so myself. ]]> M1911 Ricochet4x http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235532-e-series.html Doublestar Combat 1911 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235531-doublestar-combat-1911-a.html Wed, 08 May 2013 02:27:19 GMT Hi, Everybody i'm new to this forum, just want to know if anybody has any opinions on the Doublestar Combat 1911, any pros or cons? I'll Thank you guys in advance of any details Thanks again. ]]> M1911 TABB56 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235531-doublestar-combat-1911-a.html And the wait continues... http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235516-wait-continues.html Wed, 08 May 2013 00:13:23 GMT I put my order in on Feb. 14th for a SR1911 5" model. I have thoughts of getting something else, but I know the moment I do it will show up. ]]> M1911 TeXJ http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235516-wait-continues.html para g.i.expert esp fires out of battery is this normal? http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235446-para-g-i-expert-esp-fires-out-battery-normal.html Mon, 06 May 2013 21:32:01 GMT i picked up a brand new para g.i expert esp a couple weeks ago and i have been dry firing it quite a bit and i decided to test the gun to see if it... i picked up a brand new para g.i expert esp a couple weeks ago and i have been dry firing it quite a bit and i decided to test the gun to see if it would fire out of battery. i had the slide maybe a 1/8 - 1/4 out of battery and the hammer dropped when i pulled the trigger, anymore than that and the hammer did not drop. i did some quick googling on the subject but im getting conflicting info.
the gun is a series 80 and it has never been modified in any way shape or form.
is this normal or do i have a disconnect problem? the gun has been flawless so far if that helps. thanks for the help everyone ]]> M1911 unforgiven1 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235446-para-g-i-expert-esp-fires-out-battery-normal.html ria 1911 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235388-ria-1911-a.html Mon, 06 May 2013 02:17:46 GMT I found a RIA GI at the lgs the other day for about $650. I've heard nothing but good things about these 1911. Does anyone have any problems with theirs because I'm considering buying this one. ]]> M1911 scottberlin96 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235388-ria-1911-a.html My new Sig 1911... http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235375-my-new-sig-1911-a.html Sun, 05 May 2013 22:51:11 GMT No pics because I don't have a camera for the next couple weeks, plus it's stock, so you can look it up.

BUT...

Got the gun Friday and out to the range today. Great shooter. Recoil is as well-behaved as my full Remington 1911. 100 rounds shot flawlessly. My highly-experienced friend was impressed as well.

But Sig gets dinged on the QC for this weapon, though. When I got it home from the FFL, I field stripped it to become familiar with the gun, wipe it down, and oil it the way I want it. I followed the manual as I do with all of my new guns. However, the manual Sig packed with this gun was for Sig’s full-size 1911. The Ultra Compact 1911 differs in the barrel bushing and recoil spring plug, and thus differs significantly in the removal of the slide, main spring, and barrel. Sig packed a one-page Ultra Compact manual addendum in the manual that looked like it had been ripped out of another manual. It was lacking in details and had no schematic.

Putting the gun back together the first time was a real trick. I had to manually depress the plunger level to get the slide to move back into position. Once I had the hurdle cleared, it wouldn’t move back to position so that could get the slide stop back into place. The issue turned out to be a wrist pin that spanned from side to side on the rails on the frame. I don’t think the pin was properly seated, and it stood proud on the left side of the gun, preventing the slide from moving back. After several tries, the slide finally moved back into position. It was apparent on closer inspection that the pin was the culprit since the pin’s surface on the left side has been shaved away.

I like the way this gun shoots and I’m going to keep it. But I expected the details to be tight on a Sig that cost nearly $1000. I will be contacting Sig to tell them about my concerns. ]]> M1911 Old_Colonel http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235375-my-new-sig-1911-a.html VIDEO: Para 14-45 Feeding Issues and Fix http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235321-video-para-14-45-feeding-issues-fix.html Sun, 05 May 2013 03:53:11 GMT *The issue.....* Para Ordnance P14-45 1911 Feeding Issues - YouTube The issue.....

]]> M1911 Fitty http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235321-video-para-14-45-feeding-issues-fix.html Taking apart a 1911 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235236-taking-apart-1911-a.html Fri, 03 May 2013 23:09:39 GMT Made a quick video on the basics of taking a 1911 apart. Check it out, let me know what you think. ... Made a quick video on the basics of taking a 1911 apart. Check it out, let me know what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?featur...&v=36ox7jmQ-vo ]]> M1911 fullthrottlenick http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235236-taking-apart-1911-a.html Mec-Gar Magazine http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235226-mec-gar-magazine.html Fri, 03 May 2013 21:05:31 GMT Went to Cheaper than Dirt and bought Mec-Gar mags. So far I've loved them. Anyone have any issues with these? ]]> M1911 fullthrottlenick http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235226-mec-gar-magazine.html Rock Island http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235225-rock-island.html Fri, 03 May 2013 21:04:33 GMT Bought a Rock 9mm last year. I love it! Bought a Rock 9mm last year. I love it! ]]> M1911 fullthrottlenick http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235225-rock-island.html SA 1911 loaded New to me! http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235179-sa-1911-loaded-new-me.html Fri, 03 May 2013 07:17:04 GMT Wanted to share my new to me SA 1911 loaded. Guy said it was a range officer but had the hex key full length guide rod and it is stainless. Ill take... Wanted to share my new to me SA 1911 loaded. Guy said it was a range officer but had the hex key full length guide rod and it is stainless. Ill take some better pictures tonorrow.



Sent from my SCH-I605 using Tapatalk 2 ]]> M1911 unolax http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235179-sa-1911-loaded-new-me.html 1911 officers for ccw? http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235151-1911-officers-ccw.html Thu, 02 May 2013 22:22:48 GMT I have always wanted to get a 1911. I dont bother with safe queens or night stand dust collectors. All my firearms are purchased to be carried and... I have always wanted to get a 1911. I dont bother with safe queens or night stand dust collectors. All my firearms are purchased to be carried and used.

Having said that, is a 3 or 3.5 inch officers model a good ccw? I have seen mixed reviews in terms of reliability.
I am able to conceal (with a little work) a xd 40 service model. The weight doesnt bother me, but the grip is a bit long for my taste.

Anyways thanks in advance for any help. ]]> M1911 brycewise http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235151-1911-officers-ccw.html <![CDATA[Well, I went and got myself all TRP'd up]]> http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235091-well-i-went-got-myself-all-trp-d-up.html Thu, 02 May 2013 02:23:49 GMT Expect more wordy words after I spend some time with it, but I'm fairly certain I just bought the first pistol I will have for the rest of my life.

]]> M1911 singlewhitemale http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235091-well-i-went-got-myself-all-trp-d-up.html Sliding down the slope... http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235074-sliding-down-slope.html Wed, 01 May 2013 23:18:28 GMT ...and it's a heckuva fun ride!

I bought a Remington 1911 R1 Enhanced in late February. What a great shooter. I have become very partial to the 1911.

So...needing/wanting a carrygun...I have been looking for a Kimber Ultra Carry II or a Sig 1911 Ultra Compact. Found the Sig today at my preferred online retailer. It's on the UPS truck now.

I have a feeling that things are going to get a bit noisy on the range early Sunday morning... ]]> M1911 Old_Colonel http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235074-sliding-down-slope.html <![CDATA[S&W 1911 Series E Opinion]]> http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235046-s-w-1911-series-e-opinion.html Wed, 01 May 2013 19:29:42 GMT I have been looking at a S&W Series E 1911. Anyone have any thoughts both pro and con about this pistol. thinking really hard about junping into the 1911 world. So talk me out of it.

Oh, it is NIB and the price is $1089.00 plus tax. ]]> M1911 DJM_22 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235046-s-w-1911-series-e-opinion.html SA 1911 Range Officer Stainless? http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235024-sa-1911-range-officer-stainless.html Wed, 01 May 2013 15:21:45 GMT Hey everyone, wanted to ask for a little help. I have someone wanting to sell me a Range Officer that is Stainless. I have been looking online and... Hey everyone, wanted to ask for a little help. I have someone wanting to sell me a Range Officer that is Stainless. I have been looking online and cannot seem to find any note of this. Also looking at the pictures it looks more like a loaded. Either way he wants $700 for it so I am going to pick it up tomorrow, but I was wondering if there is a Stainless Range officer model.

Thanks in advance! ]]> M1911 unolax http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/235024-sa-1911-range-officer-stainless.html New Ruger SR-1911....Finally! http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234921-new-ruger-sr-1911-finally.html Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:51:46 GMT I finally managed to pick up a new Ruger SR-1911 this past week. Here in the Phoenix area, just like most everywhere else, they've been very hard to come by. My overall impression of the gun is very favorable. Beautiful fit and finish, nice grips, and contrasting black oxide small parts really set the gun off appearance wise. I won't get a chance to fire it up for a few weeks, but that's OK. At least I now have one in the safe.

I was a bit surprised to see Ruger got away from the nice plastic carrying cases they usually provide with all of their pistols. This one came in a cardboard box. They did include a small zippered "rug" style case along with it that it comes packed in.

I'm not sure if there is any advantage to having the barrel and bushing machined from the same bar. It's mostly advertising fluff. What makes these parts is the tolerances they are machined to, along with the material. The fact it came off the same bar is relatively unimportant. I guess it can't hurt anything, I just don't see it being any great advantage.

Overall it looks as if Ruger has another hit on their hands. They have come out once again with a beautiful, well made weapon at an affordable price point. This is what makes, and keeps them one of the most profitable firearms companies in the world.



]]> M1911 billt http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234921-new-ruger-sr-1911-finally.html springfield a1 or kimber custom http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234862-springfield-a1-kimber-custom.html Mon, 29 Apr 2013 22:41:36 GMT im looking for a 1911 to add to my collection as well as my first 45acp. I went to my LGS and saw two used 1911 i liked. springfield a1 for $600. and... im looking for a 1911 to add to my collection as well as my first 45acp. I went to my LGS and saw two used 1911 i liked. springfield a1 for $600. and a kimber custom with trijicon night sights for $750. i loved the trigger feel to the kimber and the action sounded like a poodles chew toy. tight tolerances i suspect. the springfield a1 looked original but still felt great great trigger and action. mostly will be a range gun less that 1000 rnds per year. which one is easier to customize and availability in parts and fit. as well as reliability. i just need help in a deciding factor from you expeirience 1911 fanboys. thanks ]]> M1911 Frnkie520 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234862-springfield-a1-kimber-custom.html More colt defender issues.... http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234773-more-colt-defender-issues.html Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:10:30 GMT Yesterday, I took my colt defender out to the range and put a few rounds through it, same ammunition as last time, same mags, same new springs. Had a... Yesterday, I took my colt defender out to the range and put a few rounds through it, same ammunition as last time, same mags, same new springs. Had a few ftf. Got home and field stripped to clean it, noticed 3 things. 1. There is brass everywhere in the chamber and the cases were chewed apart 2. The barrel rides much looser and 3. The barrel link is very very loose, the pin does not slide out but the link basically moves freely (guessing that explains the barrel gap) is this a pretty common problem? I have recently been informed the old owner shot alot of +p *face palm* so I'm guessing it has been beat to **** anyways. Should I drop it off at a gunsmith and get the link replaced?
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]]> M1911 Theconjuror2008 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234773-more-colt-defender-issues.html <![CDATA[Hope the rumors aren't true...]]> http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234760-hope-rumors-aren-t-true.html Sun, 28 Apr 2013 21:34:38 GMT About kimbers. A few years ago i wanted a Kimber TLE II but when reading about them i heard the whole my kimber sucks and the CS is even worse... About kimbers.
A few years ago i wanted a Kimber TLE II but when reading about them i heard the whole my kimber sucks and the CS is even worse storys online.
Well i finally went to buy a 1911 and the TLE was the one with the features i liked and the price i could afford so i picked one up today.
Will be at least a week before i shoot it so ill get back to you guys on how it runs.
I picked up a wilson mag and a chip mccormick mag along with it.
Lets just hope it runs as good as brickboys does or else it will get sold off lol.

]]> M1911 Spooled http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234760-hope-rumors-aren-t-true.html My first 1911! Citadel Compact 45 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234752-my-first-1911-citadel-compact-45-a.html Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:59:39 GMT Image: http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg16/CajunR/DSC04598800x450.jpg Now to find time to shoot it! :D

Now to find time to shoot it! :D ]]> M1911 CajunR http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234752-my-first-1911-citadel-compact-45-a.html Price check: Springfield 1911 Lightweight Compact Stainless http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234751-price-check-springfield-1911-lightweight-compact-stainless.html Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:44:32 GMT Hey folks! Just wondering if anyone could do a price check for me on a Springfield Armory 1911 Lightweight Compact Stainless in .45ACP. Found a guy... Hey folks! Just wondering if anyone could do a price check for me on a Springfield Armory 1911 Lightweight Compact Stainless in .45ACP. Found a guy with one locally for $775, and was wondering what everyone thought of the price. Love the thought of a 4" barrel on an allow officer's sized frame, and in stainless, no less. Even love that it's got a single-sided safety on it.

Here's some pics:





No round count, currently with 2nd owner. Thoughts? ]]> M1911 GT Jon http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234751-price-check-springfield-1911-lightweight-compact-stainless.html Anyone have the EMP? http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234656-anyone-have-emp.html Sat, 27 Apr 2013 13:10:07 GMT Looking for recent feedback on a .40 cal, especially vs. Kimber Ultra II, which I have shot frequently. Realize one (Kimber) is .45 Thanks Looking for recent feedback on a .40 cal, especially vs. Kimber Ultra II, which I have shot frequently.
Realize one (Kimber) is .45
Thanks ]]> M1911 BoscoePug http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234656-anyone-have-emp.html First 1911 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234547-first-1911-a.html Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:47:16 GMT Ok guys I'm looking to purchase my first 1911 .45. I'm thinking about getting a compact version because I plan on carrying it. I'm looking for any suggestions or things to look for in a good pistol. I like to stay around the $600 range if possible. ]]> M1911 Bambohunter http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234547-first-1911-a.html Single Sided Thumb Safety for EMP http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234504-single-sided-thumb-safety-emp.html Thu, 25 Apr 2013 16:02:09 GMT Looking at the standard Wilon Combat Tactical or the Wilson Tactical Bulletproof or the Ed Brown Tactical. All of them in the Blued finish. ... Looking at the standard Wilon Combat Tactical or the Wilson Tactical Bulletproof or the Ed Brown Tactical.

All of them in the Blued finish.

Any comments on any of these? ]]> M1911 sschrick http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234504-single-sided-thumb-safety-emp.html new para g.i. expert owner with alot of questions http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234480-new-para-g-i-expert-owner-alot-questions.html Thu, 25 Apr 2013 05:23:53 GMT hey everyone its been awhile since ive been on here since i sold my xdm 45, but anywho, just picked up a brand new para g.i. expert finished in black... hey everyone its been awhile since ive been on here since i sold my xdm 45, but anywho, just picked up a brand new para g.i. expert finished in black nitride and went out on a rainy day and put 54 flawless rounds thru it including 3 of my dads hot [950-960 fps] hornady hollow point reloads, everything fed beautifully.
i do have some questions for you guys however, so ill dive right in.
1. i dont know if all 1911 mags are excruciatingly tight when there brand new,but my 2 checkmate 8 rounders that came with the gun were impossible to get all 8 rounds in, so i loaded up 6 and let them sit for a day and then emptied them and soaked em in silicone spray and worked the follower and there better now and i can get all 8 in if i ask nicely:p [an uplula is definitely in the near future]

2. i field stripped the gun and cleaned it this morning and noticed the barrel bushing was pretty loose and could easily be moved with just one finger, i was already planning on having a custom fitted bushing put on later on after i get the gun broke in,just wondering how tight should i get the bushing?

3. the trigger wasnt as bad as i thought it was gonna be but it still sucked in my opinion, so, im gonna have a trigger job done and the trigger replaced with a short sti polymer trigger set at 3.5 lbs or so, which brings me to my question, the stock trigger has a lot of vertical and lateral movement,do short triggers have the least amount of lateral and vertical movement? or is there any difference between any length trigger when a trigger job is done?

4. as i said before the gun has flawless so far but it has a ways to go before its broken in, and depending on reliability during the break in process i may or may not have a total reliability job done. im also wanting to have the internals smoothed out regardless if i get the reliability job done to it or not. what are your thoughts on smoothing and deburring all of the internals?

5.this is going to be a ccw when i know this gun will be 100% reliable and im contemplating putting on trijicon night sights,but, what i would really like to do is find a reputable gunsmith that is looking for a challenge and see if there is away the slide can be milled for the kimber truglo tfo sights. at this point ive given up wondering why truglo hasnt made tfos for all colt 1911 clones. does anyone know if this is even doable?

6.im a little confused if the barrel should be ramped or not,what are the pros and cons of ramped barrels?

7. ctc laserguards grips on a ccw? how many of you have em,and do you prefer the red or green laser? front or side activation? for the small fortune they cost i only wanna buy once and cry once

8. the muzzle crown looks good [no visible burrs] just curious if its money well spent or wasted if i had it recrowned with a 11 degree crown?

9. during breakin am i limited strictly to fmj's or can i toss in jhp's also?

after i go thru all that it will be finished in satin black ionbond front to back,top to bottom [i.e. murdered out]
so far, im in love with this gun and i got a good feeling its not gonna let me down
thanks for your time and help everyone ]]> M1911 unforgiven1 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234480-new-para-g-i-expert-owner-alot-questions.html Considering a Kimber http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234461-considering-kimber.html Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:01:30 GMT I'm somewhat disappointed in my SA 1911 A1 Loaded. It's accuracy is not what I expected. SA says that it should shoot 3.5" or better at 25 yards, and it does not. I'm well aware it could be me. Anyway,

I'm now thinking about a 4"1911 from Kimber, and I would like to get one that is noted for it's accuracy straight from Kimber. But they have soooo many models.
So the question is, for those of you that have 4" 45 Kimbers, what do you reccomend, I look at? And why?
ALL information, especially from Kimber owners will be appreciated.

Thanks in advance! ]]> M1911 rgmcree http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234461-considering-kimber.html Niche is filled... http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234434-niche-filled.html Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:21:41 GMT I've got 1911's with 3", 3.5", and 5" barrels.

No Commanders--none.

Well...Until now.

Stainless Colt 1991 Commander .45.

You just can't go wrong with the Pony.



I have to say, though...damn this has a HEAVY trigger! I think I've gotten spoiled by all of my customs...which means, this one's taking a trip to a custom shop I think...gonna be a while until I have the scratch to pay for it, as this has been a veritable buying spree as of late. ]]> M1911 Cuda66 http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/m1911/234434-niche-filled.html