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I need help getting started to identify and assesss the value of the 1911 and holster shown in the pictures. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
I need help getting started to identify and assesss the value of the 1911 and holster shown in the pictures. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
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Hello all. I purchaesed a 1911 a few years ago and I am not sure what I have. I looked up the serial number and it said that it could be a Union Switch ands Signal or a Colt. It has a Colt slide but does not say colt on the frame. On the mag release side behind the triger are the letters GHD, on the trigger guard on the fron is a W. The serial number is 1687155. There are crossed cannons on the side just forward of the hammer. There is also some writing on the frame above and forward of the serial number. I can sen pics but can't figure out how to upload them here.
Thanks,
Rick0 -
usually not a fan of "cheap" guns, but, had a Griffon 45 made in africa once, can be had for under 400 bucks. was accurate, fed several thousand rounds thru it with no problems, fit and finish were quite good. came with nite sites, extended safety, slide release, beaver tail grip safety, etc....wasnt a bad shooting gun. id still have it but traded it for a 1960s colt python....wouldnt you have done the same thing? 0 -
I've bought a Blue Detonics for $332 and a Stainless one for $470 delivered (there are some killer deals if your paitent) delivered and a series 80 Gold Cup for 620 delivered.
All American made, top quality, weapons
Springfeild has some decent imports - made in Brazil - I have owned the Champion, but sold it for the Detonics - and would do it again.
Infact, that is the only gun I don't regret selling, nothing bas about the Springfield - just like the Detonics SOOOOOOO much better.
IMHO
Good luck!0 -
You might try looking at the AMT line of 45s. They were a pretty reasonable price and the quality was very good. BUT to be honest I haven't looked at them in a while. Good Luck! ...Mark
"FEAR the Goverment, that fears your ARMS"0 -
Think Norinco,Argentine Systema and Springfield.
cpermd0 -
The Argentine Ballister Molina is a good inexpensive 1911. I said inexpensive, not cheap for they are well made guns. I came across one that had been referbished about six yrs ago. That was before they became readily available as they are now. Colt contracted them to make the guns during WW2. As colt could not meet the demand, the only difference between it and the Colt is the Ballister Molina does not have a grip safety. I am still impressed with the way it shoots. And it will shoot anything I put in it. Just my oponion I would not shoot hot loads in it, such as plus P. The only dislike from making this gun look sharp was the grips. I searched every where for replacement grips with no luck. I finally found some at numreich gun parts in New York. And since found a different style at CDNN. If you want as close to Colt as it gets buy one. Gun Broker ran some for under $300.00 bucks their reliable guns.
Rugster0 -
Really recommend that you hold on just a bit and look for something used. My first 1911 was a cheapie and a real pain. My second one wasn't and it's my favorite gun. Usually a budget 1911 needs a reliability job to be dependable whereas something a bit more works well from the box and many used quality guns have had a bit of smoothing out so you might be ahead of the game. If at all possible, make sure you get something that has true 1911 compatibility so you don't have to hunt up parts to make any changes down the road.
Three Precious Metals: Gold, silver and lead0 -
Bandit,
Save your money and buy a quality arm.
The Ballister is poor quality, I believe AMT or aka
Arcadia Machine & Tool is history. The Argentine Systema
is a very good pistol. Norinco, like the old Ballister is
subject to questionable metallurgy. Buy a Colt or Springfield.
My $00.02. Best, Steve0 -
I picked up both my Colts at two different gunshows for $500 out the door, each. Ones a Ser80 Govt. and the others a Ser80 Commander.
Sometimes I like to just stand at the front door and watch people as they walk in, and when someone walks in with something I want, and the price is cheap, I buy it. Thats usually how you find the cheapest deals.
If I'm wrong please correct me, I won't be offended.0 -
thank you all for the imput. 0 -
I would tend to agree with the recomendation of mballai, if you can hold out and save awhile get a good mid-upper range 1911 like a Kimber for little more money you'll get a lot better performance. If you cannot wait then there are several cheap knock offs you may consider. Lama, Rock Island, Israeli Arms, Griffon ect. ect. Ive heard that the Rock Islands are exact replicas of the government issue, a no frills basic 1911 for $320.00 Have you looked at any used guns, sometimes you can find a good deal on a used gun and be better off.....
When Clinton left office they gave him a 21 gun salute. Its a damn shame they all missed....0
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