I'm lazy - The Firearms Forum

Bobitis · 05-25-2011, 08:44 PM

I admit it.

Unky Sammy gave me my money back (sans interest

) and I'm lookin at getting a .45 pistol.

Your thoughts please. I don't want to spend more than 750 bucks.

Thanks in advance.

BETH · 05-25-2011, 08:47 PM

Buy the store

Shooter45 · 05-25-2011, 08:52 PM

Easy. Buy an STI Spartan 1911 and spend the rest on lots of ammo...or grips..or holster/belt.

JLA · 05-25-2011, 09:05 PM

The spartan would be a fine choice. And you could get some nice TFF grips with the savings!

JUNKKING · 05-25-2011, 10:24 PM

If you can wait a little while Ruger is now doing production on the sr 1911 stainless beautiful gun and the finish is excellent. A friend was lucky enough to get one. Right now they are like hens teeth but they sure are nice and I myself will have one when I can find one. Also like Shooter and JLA said the Spartan is a very nice gun with lots of room to modify. A guy that shoots at my club built one to his liking and I like that too.

NGIB · 05-26-2011, 03:45 AM

For me, there are only 2 platforms in the .45 ACP caliber - 1911s and Sig P220s. While I have 3 times the number of 1911s to Sig P220s, they each have their place for me. While none of my current stable of 1911s is ammo picky, some of them can be and this is where the Sig shines - it will shoot anything I put in them. Lots of good choices in your budget, for a 1911 I'd probably lean towards a Springer Loaded (lightly used) or Range Officer. Early reports on Ruger's offering have been positive as well - but I never buy anything that new myself...

Old Guy · 05-26-2011, 07:13 AM

I too would look at the Ruger SR1911 as I am. It is 100% American made and has the most popular upgrades. Or, you could hold your money and wait on their next 1911 which will probably be a Commander size. I have been impressed with what I have seen so far. STI is a good gun but the model is made in the Philippines. I for one am ready to be bullish and support the 100% American market.

PanhandlePop · 05-27-2011, 07:20 PM

Depends on what you are looking for--size, purpose, finish, etc. If you are looking for a full size range gun in 45 or 9, I agree with Shooter45, the STI Spartan is an excellent choice for the money. Plus, STI really stands behind their products.

Helix_FR · 05-27-2011, 07:52 PM

Spartan my friend. The Rugers are sweet but good luck finding any soon that you can handle. Plus the spartan being slightly less expensive you can opt for something extra for it, ie night sights, good grips, extra mags etc

American Leader · 05-27-2011, 07:58 PM

1911 for my choice. Taurus and Remington arn't too bad for under $600.00. I think I'm payin $630.00 for my new Ruger. There are also good used Springfields out there for $500.00. Take your time and look around and I'm sure you will find something you'll like!

CampingJosh · 05-27-2011, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Helix_FR

Spartan my friend. The Rugers are sweet but good luck finding any soon that you can handle. Plus the spartan being slightly less expensive you can opt for something extra for it, ie night sights, good grips, extra mags etc

For instance, http://thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=90523

Inthewind1976 · 05-28-2011, 03:34 AM

I'd personally buy a pair of Rock Islands. lol

05-25-2011, 08:44 PM	#1
Bobitis Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 6,612	I'm lazy I admit it. Unky Sammy gave me my money back (sans interest) and I'm lookin at getting a .45 pistol. Your thoughts please. I don't want to spend more than 750 bucks. Thanks in advance. __________________ ^.^ A point in every direction is the same as having no point at all -->

05-25-2011, 08:47 PM	#2
BETH Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: naugatuck,Ct. Contributor Posts: 6,677	Re: I'm lazy Buy the store

05-25-2011, 08:52 PM	#3
Shooter45 Administrator Join Date: Feb 2001 Contributor Posts: 8,753	Re: I'm lazy Easy. Buy an STI Spartan 1911 and spend the rest on lots of ammo...or grips..or holster/belt.

05-25-2011, 09:05 PM	#4
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,318	Re: I'm lazy The spartan would be a fine choice. And you could get some nice TFF grips with the savings! __________________ 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!

05-25-2011, 10:24 PM	#5
JUNKKING Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Just East of Pittsburgh PA Contributor Posts: 1,772	Re: I'm lazy If you can wait a little while Ruger is now doing production on the sr 1911 stainless beautiful gun and the finish is excellent. A friend was lucky enough to get one. Right now they are like hens teeth but they sure are nice and I myself will have one when I can find one. Also like Shooter and JLA said the Spartan is a very nice gun with lots of room to modify. A guy that shoots at my club built one to his liking and I like that too. __________________ Even a blind squirrel finds an acorn every now and again!

05-26-2011, 03:45 AM	#6
NGIB V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Hinesville, GA/Sumter SC Contributor Posts: 152	Re: I'm lazy For me, there are only 2 platforms in the .45 ACP caliber - 1911s and Sig P220s. While I have 3 times the number of 1911s to Sig P220s, they each have their place for me. While none of my current stable of 1911s is ammo picky, some of them can be and this is where the Sig shines - it will shoot anything I put in them. Lots of good choices in your budget, for a 1911 I'd probably lean towards a Springer Loaded (lightly used) or Range Officer. Early reports on Ruger's offering have been positive as well - but I never buy anything that new myself... __________________ Proud to be a veteran and still serving (USAF Retired, Army Civilian) I'm old, experienced, grumpy, and jaded - still vertical though...

05-26-2011, 07:13 AM	#7
Old Guy V.I.P. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Beaufort County, NC Contributor Posts: 344	Re: I'm lazy I too would look at the Ruger SR1911 as I am. It is 100% American made and has the most popular upgrades. Or, you could hold your money and wait on their next 1911 which will probably be a Commander size. I have been impressed with what I have seen so far. STI is a good gun but the model is made in the Philippines. I for one am ready to be bullish and support the 100% American market. __________________ Old Guy ___________ NRA Life Member GOA Life Member

05-27-2011, 07:20 PM	#8
PanhandlePop V.I.P. Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 252	Re: I'm lazy Depends on what you are looking for--size, purpose, finish, etc. If you are looking for a full size range gun in 45 or 9, I agree with Shooter45, the STI Spartan is an excellent choice for the money. Plus, STI really stands behind their products.

05-27-2011, 07:52 PM	#9
Helix_FR TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Imperial, MO Posts: 3,625	Re: I'm lazy Spartan my friend. The Rugers are sweet but good luck finding any soon that you can handle. Plus the spartan being slightly less expensive you can opt for something extra for it, ie night sights, good grips, extra mags etc __________________ Only cowards shoot with their eyes closed.... helixgunsmith.com

05-27-2011, 07:58 PM	#10
American Leader Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Iowa Contributor Posts: 1,630	Re: I'm lazy 1911 for my choice. Taurus and Remington arn't too bad for under $600.00. I think I'm payin $630.00 for my new Ruger. There are also good used Springfields out there for $500.00. Take your time and look around and I'm sure you will find something you'll like!

05-28-2011, 03:34 AM	#12
Inthewind1976 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Central Pennsylvania Posts: 533	Re: I'm lazy I'd personally buy a pair of Rock Islands. lol