Which 1911-style 45 auto to buy?
Any opinions on the Springfirld Range Officer vs the Ruger SR1911 ? I'm looking for a pistol to use for target practice and plinking; I like the stainless steel of the SR1911 and the adj. sights on the RO. I shoot mostly cast bullets; my 1950 Colt Government Model needs a rebuild and doing it right would cost more than either of these pistols. I'm looking for a pistol in the $1,000 price range, but this isn't set in stone. I fired the SR1911 and was able to shoot 25yd groups from the bench that were just under 3" even with my handloads with mixed headstamps..this surprized me in a gun for $799. thanks
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go with your gut you know the Ruger is the right decision 0 -
Ruger......all made in USA and a fine piece ! 0 -
Yep, gotta be a springfield, Colt, or a Ruger. After all, they are the only three companies in the world making 1911-style pistols. [:D][:D][;)] 0 -
quote:Originally posted by andrewsw16
Yep, gotta be a springfield, Colt, or a Ruger. After all, they are the only three companies in the world making 1911-style pistols. [:D][:D][;)]
You are highly misinformed, do not have a clue what you are talking about, or both[:(!][:(!][:(!]
I would go with a Ruger, Colt, or Para-USA(They just started making a single stack Limited. Not in that order. My Double stack Para is a tack driver, and very reliable. but the single stack feels better in my hand). The Sprngfield's are made in South America, from my understanding. If you want something extra special, then go with a Wilson...love mine too, but prepare yourself for sticker shock.
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i would go with the ruger have had mine now since may shoots great and looks better.and can be had for way less then 799.00 if you can find one
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andrew was of course joking tsr..![:)]
With the choice you posted, take the Ruger.0 -
quote:Originally posted by aap2
I fired the [Ruger] SR1911 and was able to shoot 25yd groups from the bench that were just under 2" even with my handloads with mixed headstamps.
I think you answered your own question, then.
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Reading between the lines, I think what you're asking is, can you trust a Ruger 1911, since its a relatively new to the market gun.
I think you can. Ruger has only been putting out branded 1911s for a short period of time, but it has, apparently, cast frames for OTHER companies in the past. Also, its not like Ruger is some fly-by-night company. Ruger is one of the biggest metal-casters in the country, and has a tremendous amount of experience putting out guns. A 1911 isn't some sophisticated new design, and there are plenty of gunsmiths around who know how to tune and build them. Ruger is probably sourcing at least some of its parts from third parties who have a lot of experience making them. IE, they're probably NOT building every single part from scratch, and using some parts you'd likely find in other manufacturers guns. Ruger also stands behind its product, so if there is a problem, you know you'll be covered.
So I can't see why Ruger can't build a 1911 at least as well as any of the other dozen-or-so manufacturers putting them out right now.
I think if the gun works for you in the real world, then you're good to go.0 -
Did you look at a Springfield "Loaded" model? More features than the RO and since it is not the "New" model on the street you should be able to get a better deal on one. 0 -
WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN??? anyway to respond to the question. there are many to choose from. i have owned colts... not impressed. shot kimbers.. the TAURUS PT 1911 will hang with anyone who can hit the broad side of a barn without hang up's stove pipes, etc. i have one and will bet MY LIFE on it. been there and done it.quote:Originally posted by andrewsw16
Yep, gotta be a springfield, Colt, or a Ruger. After all, they are the only three companies in the world making 1911-style pistols. [:D][:D][;)]0
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