just bought a springfield - The Firearms Forum

JLA · 07-22-2007, 06:49 PM

Finally! i got me a springfield 1911-A1, having a bit of trouble finding a spare magazine or 2 for it though... its a full size parkerized 1911 with a whole list of modifications, the frame is hi-cap and it came with a stainless steel 14 rd magazine... to the best of my research, i think springfield XD45 14 rd mags are the same but i cant seem to find any ironclad proof to back my theory and since the factory replacements are a tad pricey i dont wanna just buy one only to have it not fit. and help is greatly appreciated, as this is my first true 1911 .45 experience. thanx
JLA

Mr.publicservant · 08-02-2007, 03:56 AM

try going to a store nearby that sells xd's and test fit, or call/email springfield and see what they say.

KJHB · 08-02-2007, 11:40 AM

I found the mag for about $36.00 each, a little pricey but not bad

http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/pistols_bdfa.htm

look at the bottom of the page to find it

Shooter45 · 08-02-2007, 04:19 PM

Be very careful buying aftermarket mags as most of them are junk. Be sure to research the brand name and it may save you $$ and more problems.

travihanson · 08-03-2007, 06:00 AM

I would only buy the factory mags for that. I have heard about other mags that people have tried in the springfields and they are /junk/. Try brandx.com, I haven't looked but they may have something. That is my new ebay

JLA · 08-04-2007, 03:19 PM

thanks guys, i have since found that XD mags wont work, mec-gar has one but it is a little 'sloppy' in the mag-well, i am waiting to hear back from springfield. the one that came with my gun is actually a wornout 13 rounder, which explains why i can get 14 in it, it doesnt jam, it just doesnt have the spring tension necessary to fully engage the slide stop. this pistol was customized by springfield for law enforcement use and has probably seen lots of loading and unloading of the magazine but hasnt been fired much at all.

JLA · 08-12-2007, 04:38 PM

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!!! found that para p-14 mags are the same for all full size high capacity 1911 frames, even the cheap copies, as are the mag releases and the grip screws and grips... everything else is still the same as all full size govt. model parts... just thought you all would like to know

stetson · 09-02-2007, 07:57 PM

I have a hi cap Springfield pistol and I to looked at several places
for cheaper alternatives than originals due to expense ;$60.
I found para mags were $56 each which were down right highway robbery
as I don't support a manufacturer that resides in Canada that's anti gun
So I went to CDNN an I found alternatives for $36 each.The brand name escapes me as I purchased 10 rounders for 12.99 as that was good enough for my needs.

07-22-2007, 06:49 PM	#1
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,315	just bought a springfield Finally! i got me a springfield 1911-A1, having a bit of trouble finding a spare magazine or 2 for it though... its a full size parkerized 1911 with a whole list of modifications, the frame is hi-cap and it came with a stainless steel 14 rd magazine... to the best of my research, i think springfield XD45 14 rd mags are the same but i cant seem to find any ironclad proof to back my theory and since the factory replacements are a tad pricey i dont wanna just buy one only to have it not fit. and help is greatly appreciated, as this is my first true 1911 .45 experience. thanx JLA -->

08-02-2007, 03:56 AM	#2
Mr.publicservant Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: california Posts: 7	Re: just bought a springfield try going to a store nearby that sells xd's and test fit, or call/email springfield and see what they say. __________________ mil-spec 1911-a1 glock 22 walther p99

08-02-2007, 11:40 AM	#3
KJHB Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 47	Re: just bought a springfield I found the mag for about $36.00 each, a little pricey but not bad http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/pistols_bdfa.htm look at the bottom of the page to find it

08-02-2007, 04:19 PM	#4
Shooter45 Administrator Join Date: Feb 2001 Contributor Posts: 8,753	Re: just bought a springfield Be very careful buying aftermarket mags as most of them are junk. Be sure to research the brand name and it may save you $$ and more problems.

08-03-2007, 06:00 AM	#5
travihanson Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Milo, ME Posts: 582	Re: just bought a springfield I would only buy the factory mags for that. I have heard about other mags that people have tried in the springfields and they are /junk/. Try brandx.com, I haven't looked but they may have something. That is my new ebay __________________ The two loudest sounds in the world are a click when you expect a bang, and a bang when you expect a click.

08-04-2007, 03:19 PM	#6
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,315	Re: just bought a springfield thanks guys, i have since found that XD mags wont work, mec-gar has one but it is a little 'sloppy' in the mag-well, i am waiting to hear back from springfield. the one that came with my gun is actually a wornout 13 rounder, which explains why i can get 14 in it, it doesnt jam, it just doesnt have the spring tension necessary to fully engage the slide stop. this pistol was customized by springfield for law enforcement use and has probably seen lots of loading and unloading of the magazine but hasnt been fired much at all. __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

08-12-2007, 04:38 PM	#7
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,315	Re: just bought a springfield MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!!! found that para p-14 mags are the same for all full size high capacity 1911 frames, even the cheap copies, as are the mag releases and the grip screws and grips... everything else is still the same as all full size govt. model parts... just thought you all would like to know __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

09-02-2007, 07:57 PM	#8
stetson V.I.P. Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 198	Re: just bought a springfield I have a hi cap Springfield pistol and I to looked at several places for cheaper alternatives than originals due to expense ;$60. I found para mags were $56 each which were down right highway robbery as I don't support a manufacturer that resides in Canada that's anti gun So I went to CDNN an I found alternatives for $36 each.The brand name escapes me as I purchased 10 rounders for 12.99 as that was good enough for my needs. Last edited by stetson; 09-02-2007 at 08:06 PM.. Reason: editing