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XD-45 · 06-09-2007, 09:01 AM

I did. I will probably aquire another. And another, there is no end in sight.

**AZXD** · 06-09-2007, 09:04 AM

I've always wanted a 1911 just for nostalgia, looks, and the coolness factor. With that said, they are way over priced for what they are. But I guess it really depends on why you want/need.

If it is for carry, there are better, smaller, more concealable, more reliable, less finicky, less costly choices. If it is for range time, there are more reliable, less finicky, less costly choices. If it is for competition, there are more reliable, less finicky, less costly choices. I'm sure I missed something in there but ...........................

If it is for coolness, there is no better choice.
There overpriced, but they do look cool

So for me it is all about price versus coolness factor. If the price is right, I'll eventually own one. But unless I win the lottery, it will not be a Wilson or any other overpriced, cause it has a name on it, 1911.

Let the flaming begin.

Freedom1911 · 06-09-2007, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by ArmyGuy45

i know i will just cause i like the design and its history.. but i just wonder if there are guys out there that would not get a 1911 if they already bought a XD45 since the XD hold 13 rounds and the 1911 is only 7

Not all 1911 hold just 7 or 8 rounds. I have a Springfield 1911 that holds as many rounds as my XD. It is a double stack. There are other manufacturers that make DS models of the 1911 platform. They are just not as popular as the single stack.

But to answer your question. Yes. I have 3 single stack 1911 and my double stack. 4 in all.
The 1911 is a wonderful design and has proven itself for almost 100 years, the platform was actually first designed by Mr Browning I think in the 1909 time frame and was produced by Colt in that same year, 1909. It was adopted by the US army in 1911 which is where it gets its designation as the 1911.

I think my dates are correct but if not feel free to correct me.

Freedom1911 · 06-09-2007, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AZXD

I've always wanted a 1911 just for nostalgia, looks, and the coolness factor. With that said, they are way over priced for what they are. But I guess it really depends on why you want/need.

If it is for carry, there are better, smaller, more concealable, more reliable, less finicky, less costly choices. If it is for range time, there are more reliable, less finicky, less costly choices. If it is for competition, there are more reliable, less finicky, less costly choices. I'm sure I missed something in there but ...........................

If it is for coolness, there is no better choice.
There overpriced, but they do look cool

So for me it is all about price versus coolness factor. If the price is right, I'll eventually own one. But unless I win the lottery, it will not be a Wilson or any other overpriced, cause it has a name on it, 1911.

Let the flaming begin.

You can get brand new RIA or Armscor 1911 for 3 or 4 hundred, or you can pick up some used Springfield 1911 in great shape for about 400.00
You don't have to buy new to get quality. There are a few other manufacturers that are in the 400.00 range for new 1911, you just need to look.

c pierce · 06-09-2007, 09:43 AM

My main guns are 1911s and smith,s . I like the colt 1911s the best.

JohnAkaB · 06-09-2007, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Freedom1911

You can get brand new RIA or Armscor 1911 for 3 or 4 hundred, or you can pick up some used Springfield 1911 in great shape for about 400.00
You don't have to buy new to get quality. There are a few other manufacturers that are in the 400.00 range for new 1911, you just need to look.

You are correct...plain jane 1911 are around that $500 range and lower...if you pay more, for example. Kimber, you paying for looks and some other mods.

dasanii19 · 06-09-2007, 10:03 AM

I think 1911's are more accurate then XD's. So yes, I would get one to shoot at the range only.

RUDY850 · 06-09-2007, 10:47 AM

yes.
I have both. and they are both fun to shoot in there own way

fredj338 · 06-09-2007, 10:48 AM

I've been a 1911 guy for many years now. I just recently bought an XDTAc, great pistol, but the 1911 still rules the roost for accuracy/shootablility. Nothing points like a 1911 for me & I doubt you can ever find a better combat trigger than the 1911. Mine are as reliable as the vaunted Glock, just feed them from good mags & try not to mess with them too much (customizing).
In a SD situation, you are probably way over your head if you need more than 8rds+ a reload (one should always carry a spare mag) IMO.

the_gunman1 · 06-09-2007, 11:21 AM

Yup, but only A couple or so:

Ok it's more than a couple but I can dream can't I!

06-09-2007, 09:04 AM	#12
AZXD XDTalk 10K Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Valley of the GUN Posts: 14,536	I've always wanted a 1911 just for nostalgia, looks, and the coolness factor. With that said, they are way over priced for what they are. But I guess it really depends on why you want/need. If it is for carry, there are better, smaller, more concealable, more reliable, less finicky, less costly choices. If it is for range time, there are more reliable, less finicky, less costly choices. If it is for competition, there are more reliable, less finicky, less costly choices. I'm sure I missed something in there but ........................... If it is for coolness, there is no better choice. There overpriced, but they do look cool So for me it is all about price versus coolness factor. If the price is right, I'll eventually own one. But unless I win the lottery, it will not be a Wilson or any other overpriced, cause it has a name on it, 1911. Let the flaming begin. __________________ Voting for Obama is like putting a gun to your head and hoping he calls for its confiscation before you can pull the trigger - AZXD SCOTUS judge appointments ... Will last much longer than Obama or McCain. Who do you want selecting people who have the ability to support or remove individual rights ?? AZXD

06-09-2007, 10:03 AM	#17
dasanii19 XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 3,518	I think 1911's are more accurate then XD's. So yes, I would get one to shoot at the range only. __________________ MY NAME IS SUE!!! HOW DO YOU DO!!! "I started out with nothing, and I still have most of it."

06-09-2007, 10:47 AM	#18
RUDY850 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: LATROBE PA Posts: 187	yes. I have both. and they are both fun to shoot in there own way __________________ http://www.pafoa.org/forum/index.php?referrerid=156 www.gunstuffreviews.com

06-09-2007, 11:21 AM	#20
the_gunman1 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Kentucky Posts: 1,019	Yup, but only A couple or so: Ok it's more than a couple but I can dream can't I! __________________ Brian Freedom is expensive...pay up or shut up. "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

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06-09-2007, 09:01 AM	#11
XD-45 XDTalk Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Altoona, PA Posts: 65	I did. I will probably aquire another. And another, there is no end in sight.

06-09-2007, 09:43 AM	#15
c pierce XDTalk Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: eugene oregon Posts: 91	My main guns are 1911s and smith,s . I like the colt 1911s the best.

06-09-2007, 10:48 AM	#19
fredj338 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,224	I've been a 1911 guy for many years now. I just recently bought an XDTAc, great pistol, but the 1911 still rules the roost for accuracy/shootablility. Nothing points like a 1911 for me & I doubt you can ever find a better combat trigger than the 1911. Mine are as reliable as the vaunted Glock, just feed them from good mags & try not to mess with them too much (customizing). In a SD situation, you are probably way over your head if you need more than 8rds+ a reload (one should always carry a spare mag) IMO.