Taurus 1911?'s

[bushmasterar15]

Originally Posted by kaizenboi

Go ahead and get the Taurus, you won't be disappointed! Once you get accustomed to your 1911, you'll start having the disease and you'll want more!

Is it going to be like BRD because I have 5 and want more.

[Thomas5671]

I have the Colt and Taurus PT1911.
I have $1600 invested into the colt and $550 in the Taurus.
The Taurus shoots better than the Colt plus all the upgrades are free with the Taurus.

[psc]

Originally Posted by Thomas5671

I have the Colt and Taurus PT1911.
I have $1600 invested into the colt and $550 in the Taurus.
The Taurus shoots better than the Colt plus all the upgrades are free with the Taurus.

Thomas-

Very interesting statement. I wonder if anyone else feels the same way? I was at the range today trying out a Sprinfield loaded...felt great--fired awesome. Guy shows up with a couple of $2K Wilsons. He let me work the slide and inspect them. There was a very noticable difference in the fit and finish...the slide rolled back and forth very smoothly and it was very solid...nothing rattled at all. Only getting to fire a couple of shots with the Wilson, I did not see an improvement in my accuracy. I wish I had a couple of weeks with the thing to really compare it.

I left scratching my head.

[JhankG]

Originally Posted by psc

Thomas-

Very interesting statement. I wonder if anyone else feels the same way? I was at the range today trying out a Sprinfield loaded...felt great--fired awesome. Guy shows up with a couple of $2K Wilsons. He let me work the slide and inspect them. There was a very noticable difference in the fit and finish...the slide rolled back and forth very smoothly and it was very solid...nothing rattled at all. Only getting to fire a couple of shots with the Wilson, I did not see an improvement in my accuracy. I wish I had a couple of weeks with the thing to really compare it.

I left scratching my head.

I owned a Springfield Loaded and although it had a very tight slide to frame fit, it was not very smooth when cycling the slide. It was still very accurate, so I had no complaints. If I am ever going to spend that much money on a firearm, I would rather it go towards a long gun. I'll never be a good enough shooter to notice the difference between a $1000 1911 and a $2000 one, so I'll have to pass.

[psc]

Originally Posted by JhankG

I owned a Springfield Loaded and although it had a very tight slide to frame fit, it was not very smooth when cycling the slide. It was still very accurate, so I had no complaints. If I am ever going to spend that much money on a firearm, I would rather it go towards a long gun. I'll never be a good enough shooter to notice the difference between a $1000 1911 and a $2000 one, so I'll have to pass.

Again, very interesting. I guess there truly is a law of diminishing returns. For me I just wonder if I should hold out for a $800 weapon vice enter into the 1911 market with a Taurus or the SA GI.

I will be honest and tell you I was more accurate with the Loaded vs my XD 45 compact. Or maybe I was playing head games with myself. It sure seemed like it weighted better and I was able to get back on target quicker with the Loaded. Thoughts?

[AKSpraya]

dude stop thinking and buy one it is an awsome gun my dad has one never jammed and life time warranty but i would not carry one cuz it is kinda on the heavy side

[AKSpraya]

by the way check out SSGtactical.com the got a stainless steel taurus 1911 NIB 4 $619

[JhankG]

Originally Posted by psc

Again, very interesting. I guess there truly is a law of diminishing returns. For me I just wonder if I should hold out for a $800 weapon vice enter into the 1911 market with a Taurus or the SA GI.

I will be honest and tell you I was more accurate with the Loaded vs my XD 45 compact. Or maybe I was playing head games with myself. It sure seemed like it weighted better and I was able to get back on target quicker with the Loaded. Thoughts?

I don't doubt you were more accurate with the 1911 since it is heavier (beneficial for follow up shots and helps with recoil) and depending on which XD you have, could have a longer sight radius. I think you would love a SA GI, Mil Spec, or Taurus PT1911, but they could make you want an even "better" 1911. If you're not in a rush and you already know you like the 1911 platform, you might as well do it right the first time!

[psc]

All great points!

[jmichna]

Originally Posted by psc

Thomas-

Very interesting statement. I wonder if anyone else feels the same way? I was at the range today trying out a Sprinfield loaded...felt great--fired awesome. Guy shows up with a couple of $2K Wilsons. He let me work the slide and inspect them. There was a very noticable difference in the fit and finish...the slide rolled back and forth very smoothly and it was very solid...nothing rattled at all. Only getting to fire a couple of shots with the Wilson, I did not see an improvement in my accuracy. I wish I had a couple of weeks with the thing to really compare it.

I left scratching my head.

I have the Taurus PT1911SS AR and the Colt Government MK IV Series 80. The Taurus has better trigger action, and better fit and movement. I find myself more accurate with the Taurus. Don't get me wrong, I love both these pistols, but for the money, I feel I got more for the Taurus.