That Larry Vickers Collab 1911 looks like an absolute steal. I have not experienced any failures to fire or feed that were not related to my reloads being slightly out of spec as to the OAL. A like new Gunsite model commander length 1911 in .45 acp by S&W. It appears unfired to me. The course of fire was 4500+ rounds. I had a standard R1 and SR1911s. I will never buy anything from them again, but it's your money. Still the best colt combat comnander better than 9mm. I have the RIA at the top of the list. In Stock. I run a STI Trojan with a short trigger and slim grips. The handsome round-butt Scandium Commander has everything David wants in a 1911 at any price! He was in direct competition with other gun makers like Smith & Wesson and Savage, but in March 1911, his auto-loading pistol was officially adopted by the US Military as their sidearm of choice. $330. i would definitely have to agree with you. Carry Gun: Yes. The Smith and Wesson Model SW1911PD is a large-frame pistol chambered in .45 ACP. Putting the dollars aside - would you prefer the Wilson Combat CQB Tactical or the Vickers Tactical Master Class (you mentioned lots of Wilson parts), with accuracy and quality as criteria? I once put on a qual course for 25 guys with new Springfield Opetator .45's before they deployed. That 3 inch barrel isn't quite as accurate as the Commander, but at close range for personal defense, it's plenty accurate enough. This commander length 1911 is packed with features that make it great for concealed carry without sacrificing shootability. And not often seen around town, which makes it that much more special in my eyes! Love em both, but I carry the Kimber as it has 15 rounds in it and it weighs 2 oz less then the steel colt "gov't model". We probably could fill an entire list with just Springfield products, so it is always tough to pick just a few! 1911s in my opinion are the best guns of all time. I've only shot them a couple times at a range near me and each time they are far and away the best experience I've ever had. The Army had a long history with .45 caliber cartridges, with the Single Action Army revolver (SAA) being used for many years. The DW Valor handles as well, shoots as reliably and is as accurately as the Ed Brown, or Wilson. But firsta little history of the century-old design, and thenI promise this will shine some light on how to choose the best 1911 for yourself. out to other companies to help keep production numbers up. gear. Best 1911 in 2019?!?! I have a Wilson Combat 1911 and it is a good 1911 but it can't compare to the Les Baer. With a history starting in 1968, the Dan Wesson brand derives from the Quality Control side of Smith & Wesson firearms - Dan Wesson. I carry a 1911 from this list, whenever I can. As designed by Browning, the 1911 was faultless. SR1911. I believe too many people today think they need all these fancy gizmos and add on's to have a viable carry gun; you don't, with the exception of sights and a throat job on guns manufactured before (at least some manufactures are making 1911's that run hollow points w/o any extra work) a bone stock GI 1911 is all you need, training with the gun will cure the rest. I just picked up a pair of Remington R1 SS pistols..$75 rebate now going on.Price $569 before rebate.. I noticed that you didn't comment on S&W at all? What I consider #1 you may not even consider looking at twice. Hmmm. I would buy from a top 10 rated manufacturer based upon ease of doing business - they all lose. "You get what you pay for.". Boy does it kick. Remington Arms made 1911's for WWI, RR for WWII. Why? I'll agree on a few but I'm blown away that you've included both the RIA, Rem R1 and Zenith but left out the Ruger lightweight Commander. I had a Les Baer Black Baer Commanche and loved it. Had only one jam which was due to a worn magazine and not the gun itself. Hello??? I have a particular hankering for 1911s. I have carried the same three 1911s for a long, long time. I have the Ruger Commander and think it's a great 1911. I paid $422 out the door! Just an iconic pistol and you can pick them up at reasonable prices. I would rather have a DW over many of yhe mid $1000 options listed here. Not sure there is really a bad 1911. And now I finally have one! The other .45's are for enjoyment. The Oregon made Kimber is a touch better than the later model as far as fit and finish is concerned. I have 6 ruger 1911 in 45 acp and 10mm. While it is a bit more expensive to shoot, it is quite versatile if you. The Springfield kick harder than the surplus. and Performance Center line of SW1911 pistols. I love the Wilson Combat and the Ed Brown, but I do think that one of the best 1911s money can buy is the Springfield TRP. There are many 1911s that fall into this price range, with some costing several thousands of dollars. We have never had an issue with the DW 1911s and I do not recall hearing or reading of any horror stories about customer service. Best trigger I have had in a 1911. I will NOT spend the time at each site, compare allllll their models, then alllll manufacturers. As of today 1730 rounds of different make thru it with zero failures.Shes more accurate than I am,looks and feels great.Machine work fit and finish is as good as any in it's category,better than some.With Abit of work she reliably shoots as fast as I can pull the trigger.With about 1/16" of total trigger travel now,I can pull that trigger pretty fast. Great holster! For Commander (4 1/4" barrel length) pistols. A lot of times, when you see something like WARRIOR or TACTICAL in a firearms name, you should get an uneasy feeling that the boys in marketing went a little too far. Never a ftf. 2 ($1400 pistol) that would malfunction 40 times out of 50 rounds fired. This is the most popular section of guns. Many feel that it's not true to the 1911 heritage. Browning 1911 380s: one is a carry model, the other a match model I never leave home without my trusty Browning 1911 380. My third 1911 is a Kimber Eclipse Pro II. . I shot my firstRock Island Armory pistol during SHOT 2017. I was surprised at the quality of the fit and finish. There are 9mm look alike 1911's but that as close as it gets, and none of them are the best, at anything, because the 9mm is a goldylocks round, jack of all trades, it does not do anything the best it does everything well. These 1911's are manufactured with a wide variety of materials, finishes and unique features and are favorites in any . For those looking for a true custom-grade 1911, the Les Baer Premier II might be the gun for you. Ive seen it referred to as the closest in design and manufacture to the original 1911s. Only time Ive ever experienced a fail was due to my own lack of knowledge with the gun. With just a bit of work though, the Ruger SR1911 is a very fine 1911 at a very reasonable price. Now, if money is no object then a Wilson Combat or Ed Brown looks very attractive! Its the smoothest, most accurate and Loudest 1911 Ive ever fired. The Mil-Specdoesnt have any extra words on it and is a gorgeous firearm with a 5-inch barrel thats available in stainless steel or with a parkerized finish. 1911 in .38 super is on the list for future purchase for me, as is a long slide variant. The Nighthawk is in a class by itself in every regard. Less that $400 and tolerances equal or greater than my 70 Series Colt. Smith & Wesson didn't ignore the top half of the 1911. I have a Nighthawk Custom. Also had a list that everyone who worked on it signed off on so they would know who fell down on the job if it didn't. I've had a Para, I've had a Kimber both in 5" and don't get me wrong both were sexy good performing 45's. While I did make some modifications to the Taurus - new McCormick slim grip panels, a Wilson Combat flared magwell and Heinie Straight Eight night sights (custom ordered just before Heinie came out with them as an available item for this gun), I have not done anything to the stock trigger or replaced the barrel or bushing with match components. You left out Citadel Firearms line of 1911's. My first Sig was / is a P226 (9mm) purchased in 1985. The Wesson is assembled with more attention to fitment a d the s&w, and of the Performance Center Smith and Wesson is at all like the E-Series, I was less enthused after disassembly. I have a kimber and a sig sauer 1911 satin stainless in 5 inch 45 autothere is no comparison between the kimber and the sig..the sig is so far superior in every way.shoots better, smoother straighter , and is overall a better gun and !!! The hammer settles nicely into the beavertail when it's cocked. I personally would like comments of the accuracy (or guarantee) particularly of the higher end models. Not pretty and a little rough but tough. I guess that's what the 500 round break in is supposed to accomplish. As a result, comes the excellent dependability and accuracy Dan Wesson Firearms is known for. The Colt I have now is a Colt Hawk which is a Nighthawk customer Colt 70. I also like my dad's TRP Operator, great gun, incredible priceso many dang good 1911 options these days. This pistol competes with other bobtailed 1911's wearing the names Bill Wilson, Kimber, Dan Wesson, and is a welcome addition. Even though the Vigil is the entry-level 1911 in the Dan Wesson lineup, it is still nicer than just about any other option in the same price range. S&W 1911 PD Commander. Good article on the 1911. I see an ambi safety and perhaps better sights in the future of the Tisas. Love each for what it can do and some more for the pure quality and workmanship in a beautiful design. IMO The S&W is a bit more "spiffy". Only fired 40 rounds so far but a good gun. Again, it's personal preference. A glock ain't even fit for a trot line weight! The SW1911 Pro in 9mm caliber was a joy to shoot and I barely noticed the recoil because it was so light and I could hardly feel it. Vintage WWII Colt 1911 Magazine Stamped R Risdon .45 ACP 7 Round Capacity. I have owned this gun for about 40 yrs. When it gets cooler out I am going to try them out around town carefully hidden. Its a good looking gun that is very accurate out to 15 yards. 45 is an old 1923 colt, and with aging eyes and wrist surgery, I picked up theabsolutely exquisitely sweet shooting as well as incredibly accurate Dan Wesson Specialist last week. Shooting and discussing the Dan Wesson Guardian, their Commander size 1911. Yeah, Ive got many other models I carry occasionally and at 65 250 lbs I can make just about anything disappear/conceal with an OWB style holster (I dont bother with IWB holsters anymore) but nothing beats a 1911 for style and shootability. Deals; AK-47; Ammo For Sale; AR-15; AR Pistol . Old eyes. Ive always known them but never had a chance to try any out. Disassembly is quick, easy and requires no tools. Designed specifically for the 9mm cartridge, the EMP features shorter dimensions making it one of the smallest 1911s out there. Jan 15, 2017. I carry this gun on a regular basis (wearing it in a Dale Fricke Archangel Holster even now as I type this) and consider this gun good enough to be a heirloom that I will leave for my children when I pass. HOWEVER.That changed one day when my local dealer encouraged me to try a S&W 1911 made the first year in 2003. i like mine more then rock island. What else could you ask for? But todays Colt 1911, out of their custom shop will probably require $500 in upgrades to make them as reliable as their standard pre 1986 models. Available Online. It doesn't eat JHP very well, but 230gr ball works flawlessly. In fact, the pistols from these other companies can command a very high price when sold. One thing that many people dont realize, however, is that the demand for them was so high during the war that Colt contracted out to other companies to help keep production numbers up. The Taurus accuracy stayed within 2-3 inches at 25 yards for the duration of the course. Far from an expert. And, for easier concealment, 1911s with 4-1/4, 4 and even 3 barrels. The demand of new SMITH AND WESSON 1911 pistol's has risen 95 units over the past 12 months. NONE of them allow you to sort / compare by caliber, barrel length, stainless / blued, handle type, etc. (Viet Nam 68-70). Thank you Mr Brandon Strayer, for making an awful lot of people, worldwide, enyhusiasts of Infinity pistols, happy day and night, time after time!!! The Trijicon Smith and Wesson 1911 3 Dot Green Front and Rear Night Sight Set can increase your night-firing accuracy by as much as 5 times--all with the same speed as instinctive shooting. It's a very, very accurate gun and maybe I'll check it out again in the future. Its obvious that you are no longer objective. The worst gun for jamming was my Colt Light Weight Commander. I either have or have had most of the big names ( colt, nighhawk, SIG, Springfield, SW, Kimber, D Wesson, etc) . I have a Sig Sauer STX and it belongs on your list but you left out the Les Baer 1911. For many years, revolvers and Commander-style 1911s with 4- and 4.25-inch barrels, respectively, were the norm for concealed carry. During the 4500 round course, each Operator had between 50 and 500 failures. Interesting, no Ruger in this article, and no Ruger in the 2018 "Affordable 1911" article. I keep an 8 rounder in the gun, and a 10 rounder in my pocket, all filled with Underwoods Xtreme Defense .45 ACP. A bunch of makers missed. Form, fit and function have been 100%. I have two and would put them up against any of these 1911's for accuracy or reliability. Thanks for the comments, my friends. A couple years later my wife and I took a handgun training/safety course where I shot Dad's gun for the first time. It also came with two sets of checkered wood grip panels, one set in black, one in natural wood. Now I still love the 1911 - nothing feels quite like it in the hand and shoots in the same manner. How could this writer miss this reality? Type, etc known them but never had a Les Baer 1911 pick just a few on... 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