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fullautovalmet76

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What really separates a good 1911 from the others?
« on: August 19, 2009, 10:14:21 PM »
I hear alot about the quality of 1911s from different companies. I own a Springfield TRP Operator and I really like it. But I have wondered what really separates the best from the good? Can anyone tell me not only what but why certain distinguishing characteristics define a great 1911?
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Re: What really separates a good 1911 from the others?
« Reply #1 on: August 19, 2009, 10:42:38 PM »
FA great question, but hard to answer, with modern techniques in manufacturing, a basic 1911 can be made by anyone, then we will talk about the extras, grip safeties, beavertails, ambi safeties, low profile hammers, skeletonized triggers, ramped barrels, guide rods, ad infiniteum.  Not to mention adjustable low profile sights, night sights etc.. Do  you want an out of the box, dependable tack driver, then I would recommend Ed Brown, Les Bauer,, but it will be expensive, but just what you want. Buy a basic pistol and have it modified, and you can comfort fit your needs, accuracy, sights etc..... fit what you want  for you. Many more choices available.
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Re: What really separates a good 1911 from the others?
« Reply #2 on: August 19, 2009, 11:41:01 PM »
 Reliability,and accuracy. Everything else is a matter of personal preference.
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Re: What really separates a good 1911 from the others?
« Reply #3 on: August 19, 2009, 11:47:35 PM »
Quote from: tombogan03884 on August 19, 2009, 11:41:01 PM
Reliability,and accuracy. Everything else is a matter of personal preference.

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I would only add how it 'feels' to you. ( of course that is 'personal preference'!)
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Re: What really separates a good 1911 from the others?
« Reply #4 on: August 20, 2009, 04:41:46 PM »
The materials that go into the parts play a big factor.  Many companies make 1911s right now and some of them scrimp on the quality of the parts they use to assemble it.  The better, more expensive guns are made with higher standard components.  That and the care of assembly make for a better gun.
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Re: What really separates a good 1911 from the others?
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Re: What really separates a good 1911 from the others?
« Reply #5 on: August 20, 2009, 04:47:29 PM »
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Re: What really separates a good 1911 from the others?
« Reply #6 on: August 20, 2009, 04:56:01 PM »
That is a very good question. I suppose it is one that could only be answered by a company that makes 1911's. As a person looking too buy a 1911 a very big part of it for me is thier customer service/reputation. I need to know that if I have a problem they will backup thier product. I've been very happy with Springfield and own 2 of thier 1911's and have a custom wadgun on order. Maybe thats what really seperates a good 1911 from others.
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Re: What really separates a good 1911 from the others?
« Reply #7 on: August 20, 2009, 05:16:56 PM »
A LOUD BANG!  Every time, all the time and years and years of reliability!

Keep it simple, leave the tricks for bullseye shooters......If I could find a well worn Colt that was loved and maintained.....I'd look no further!
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Re: What really separates a good 1911 from the others?
« Reply #8 on: August 20, 2009, 07:04:49 PM »
 The only brand of 1911 I have owned or shot, that I could say I would buy another one of those is Rock Island Armory.
1500+ rounds 0 failures to go bang and at 10 yards it will put multiple mags of mixed ammo in a group the size of my fist. $360 NIB  ;D
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fullautovalmet76

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Re: What really separates a good 1911 from the others?
« Reply #9 on: August 20, 2009, 07:07:20 PM »
OK. Let's go at it from this angle: I will pick certain aspects and y'all can weigh in on it from there.

First up, MIM (sic) versus machined parts. What's the big deal about that or does it really matter?
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