What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? - The Firearms Forum

J_S_GR · 11-07-2011, 10:50 AM

Definitely in .45.
I value everyone's opinions here, never been steered wrong, so I figured I would ask.

carver · 11-07-2011, 11:12 AM

Look aroun online and see if you can find one of the old Norico's for sale. The used to go for around $300 new, but I think they are now around $400. They are made form good steel, and a real good copy of the Colt. A lot of the professional shooters back in the 70's, and 80's used to buy them, the trun them into race guns.

J_S_GR · 11-07-2011, 11:14 AM

Wow, 400 new? I will definitely look into those. I could buy more ammunition than I expected to be able to!

carver · 11-07-2011, 11:17 AM

It won't be new any more! They have not shipped these guns into the U.S. for many years. You would be getting a used gun for that price. If they have had any work done on them as I have had, then you won't be getting them cheap at all. I've got at least a $1,000 in mine.

J_S_GR · 11-07-2011, 11:24 AM

Oh. Well, I'll look around for one anyway. Use any spare money in the future to work on it.

J_S_GR · 11-07-2011, 11:50 AM

How is the Bersa American Classic I? It's new for around $450 in .45 ACP, which is perfect for what I want. I couldn't find any Torincos for under $600 that had pictures of the actual weapon, and I'm not buying online without pictures (again, sad story, that one), which may sound stupid but it'll bite you in the butt sometimes.

I keep editing because I keep noticing mistakes.

reynolds357 · 11-07-2011, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by J_S_GR

Definitely in .45.
I value everyone's opinions here, never been steered wrong, so I figured I would ask.

I would definitely say Remington. I bought two last year and paid in the high $4's for them. Granted, they list for almost twice that and you are going to have to be tight with a dealer that is willing to not rip you off.

J_S_GR · 11-07-2011, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by reynolds357

I would definitely say Remington. I bought two last year and paid in the high $4's for them. Granted, they list for almost twice that and you are going to have to be tight with a dealer that is willing to not rip you off.

Hmm. I'm friends with a guy who runs a local pawn shop here and he usually gives me a good deal if he got a good deal. He currently doesn't have any 1911s but I'll ask him to keep a look out for any Remingtons specifically since I would need to get a lower than retail thing going on.

Smokeater52 · 11-07-2011, 12:42 PM

I just recently bought a new 1911 style. I found the Para G.I. Expert and got a great deal $580 plus tax. I have fired it quite a bit and I am hooked! I also made sure to research the gun before I bought it and I went to a few stores and held a couple different ones. You have to find the one that fits you.

J_S_GR · 11-07-2011, 12:52 PM

That's perfect. And the nearest Academy Sports has one, even though I don't like them one bit because no one knows what they are talking about half the time, but hey, they have what I want!
Thank you Smokeater. A lot. It's $529 there, and no shipping to spend on. Should be cheaper than the 25 dollar shipping on the others I was looking at with tax included. Thanks again.

Double D · 11-07-2011, 01:20 PM

How about a rock island? I will ship one to your ffl for 435.00

Chinook · 11-07-2011, 01:33 PM

Do this....

Thats a reasonable value. 'specially since it includes shipping

H-D · 11-07-2011, 01:34 PM

Hard to beat a Rock Island! I'd holler at Double D , he won't do you wrong!

Chinook · 11-07-2011, 01:40 PM

Holy smokes!

Thats a wicked great price on a "NIB" RIA!

I've seen some threads about the Rock Island 1911's here recently. Do a little search here to get a "real world" review!

And, like you already know. The knob's(many are) that work in general, "hunting, and tackle" dept's simply are overwhelmed by product volume. Dont rely on the box stores for a review, but you can generally rely on excellent pricing, and that "out the door the same day" convenience!

Good luck man! I just bought my first 1911! Im really happy with it!

Double D · 11-07-2011, 01:52 PM

I will stay in the range and ship you a brand new taurus for 550.00 delivered.

The Duke · 11-07-2011, 04:25 PM

Rock Island +1....Excellent buys from about $360 up...

H-D · 11-07-2011, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Double D

I will stay in the range and ship you a brand new taurus for 550.00 delivered.

How much for stainless?
I got the blued with the acc rail but at tax time I want to get a SS one to keep it company

American Leader · 11-07-2011, 04:46 PM

Double D is giving you some very nice prices JS! I personally know a guy who owns both and loves them very much!

jacksonco · 11-07-2011, 04:55 PM

DD will give you the best price he can. I bought my Rem 1911 R1 Enhanced from him and I got a good deal.

The 1911s produced in the Philippines are of decent quality. You may also check into Citadel 1911s that are imported by Legacy Sports Int. I have a Tactical Compact model w 3 1/2" bbl. It shoots very good for a short bbl pistol. It will shoot with my Colt XSE Commander all day long. The Citadel can be had for less than $500.

Good hunting for your 1911, but do see what Double D can do for you. He is a stand up guy.

J_S_GR · 11-07-2011, 06:21 PM

Aw.....
Come on self....
I just got back from buying the Para.....
But DD, if you hold on to that thing until around Christmas, I'll definitely buy it.

J_S_GR · 11-07-2011, 06:23 PM

Son of a gun I was going to check back here right before I left....
I'm hitting myself. Mentally, of course.

J_S_GR · 11-07-2011, 06:24 PM

This kind of thing always happens to me... and Academy has a no return policy, even though it's still in the box....
Sorry for the posts but it's killing me I may have missed Double D's deal.

Brisk44 · 11-07-2011, 06:33 PM

Don't worry, DD will still have some good deals when you're ready. He's a great guy to work with.

J_S_GR · 11-07-2011, 06:34 PM

Lord I hope so. I don't think the Para was a bad purchase, but I would have rather saved the hundred or so bucks.

JFletch · 11-07-2011, 06:40 PM

Would recommend Rock Island Officers. I just picked up one yesterday for $422 out the door. Shot 150 rds out of it with no malfunctions.

11-07-2011, 10:50 AM	#1
J_S_GR V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 68	What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Definitely in .45. I value everyone's opinions here, never been steered wrong, so I figured I would ask. -->

11-07-2011, 11:12 AM	#2
carver TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: DAV, Deep in the Pineywoods of East Texas, just west of Shreveport, LA Contributor Posts: 11,254	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Look aroun online and see if you can find one of the old Norico's for sale. The used to go for around $300 new, but I think they are now around $400. They are made form good steel, and a real good copy of the Colt. A lot of the professional shooters back in the 70's, and 80's used to buy them, the trun them into race guns. __________________ Y'all be safe now, ya hear! Lamentations Chapter 5: 1. Remember, O LORD, what is come upon us: consider, and behold our reproach. 2. Our inheritance is turned to strangers, our houses to aliens. 3. We are orphans and fatherless, our mothers [are] as widows. 5. Our necks [are] under persecution: we labour, [and] have no rest. 16. The crown is fallen [from] our head: woe unto us, that we have sinned! 21. Turn thou us unto thee, O LORD, and we shall be turned; renew our days as of old.

11-07-2011, 11:14 AM	#3
J_S_GR V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 68	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Wow, 400 new? I will definitely look into those. I could buy more ammunition than I expected to be able to!

11-07-2011, 11:17 AM	#4
carver TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: DAV, Deep in the Pineywoods of East Texas, just west of Shreveport, LA Contributor Posts: 11,254	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? It won't be new any more! They have not shipped these guns into the U.S. for many years. You would be getting a used gun for that price. If they have had any work done on them as I have had, then you won't be getting them cheap at all. I've got at least a $1,000 in mine. __________________ Y'all be safe now, ya hear! Lamentations Chapter 5: 1. Remember, O LORD, what is come upon us: consider, and behold our reproach. 2. Our inheritance is turned to strangers, our houses to aliens. 3. We are orphans and fatherless, our mothers [are] as widows. 5. Our necks [are] under persecution: we labour, [and] have no rest. 16. The crown is fallen [from] our head: woe unto us, that we have sinned! 21. Turn thou us unto thee, O LORD, and we shall be turned; renew our days as of old.

11-07-2011, 11:24 AM	#5
J_S_GR V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 68	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Oh. Well, I'll look around for one anyway. Use any spare money in the future to work on it.

11-07-2011, 11:50 AM	#6
J_S_GR V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 68	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? How is the Bersa American Classic I? It's new for around $450 in .45 ACP, which is perfect for what I want. I couldn't find any Torincos for under $600 that had pictures of the actual weapon, and I'm not buying online without pictures (again, sad story, that one), which may sound stupid but it'll bite you in the butt sometimes. I keep editing because I keep noticing mistakes. Last edited by J_S_GR; 11-07-2011 at 12:09 PM..

11-07-2011, 12:42 PM	#9
Smokeater52 Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Orlando Florida Posts: 3	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? I just recently bought a new 1911 style. I found the Para G.I. Expert and got a great deal $580 plus tax. I have fired it quite a bit and I am hooked! I also made sure to research the gun before I bought it and I went to a few stores and held a couple different ones. You have to find the one that fits you.

11-07-2011, 12:52 PM	#10
J_S_GR V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 68	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? That's perfect. And the nearest Academy Sports has one, even though I don't like them one bit because no one knows what they are talking about half the time, but hey, they have what I want! Thank you Smokeater. A lot. It's $529 there, and no shipping to spend on. Should be cheaper than the 25 dollar shipping on the others I was looking at with tax included. Thanks again.

11-07-2011, 01:20 PM	#11
Double D TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: North Florida Contributor Posts: 8,070	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? How about a rock island? I will ship one to your ffl for 435.00 __________________ I own a bunch of scary guns. You want em? Come and take em..... Liberalism is a serious, non curable, mental disorder... NRA LIFE MEMBER Oath Keepers Member NRA Certified Instructor 30 Yr CC permit holder.

11-07-2011, 01:33 PM	#12
Chinook V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: 17 pulls, into the propwash... Contributor Posts: 423	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Do this.... Thats a reasonable value. 'specially since it includes shipping

11-07-2011, 01:34 PM	#13
H-D Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Mississippi Posts: 1,334	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Hard to beat a Rock Island! I'd holler at Double D , he won't do you wrong! __________________ And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war. Revelation 19:11

11-07-2011, 01:40 PM	#14
Chinook V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: 17 pulls, into the propwash... Contributor Posts: 423	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Holy smokes! Thats a wicked great price on a "NIB" RIA! I've seen some threads about the Rock Island 1911's here recently. Do a little search here to get a "real world" review! And, like you already know. The knob's(many are) that work in general, "hunting, and tackle" dept's simply are overwhelmed by product volume. Dont rely on the box stores for a review, but you can generally rely on excellent pricing, and that "out the door the same day" convenience! Good luck man! I just bought my first 1911! Im really happy with it!

11-07-2011, 01:52 PM	#15
Double D TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: North Florida Contributor Posts: 8,070	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? I will stay in the range and ship you a brand new taurus for 550.00 delivered. __________________ I own a bunch of scary guns. You want em? Come and take em..... Liberalism is a serious, non curable, mental disorder... NRA LIFE MEMBER Oath Keepers Member NRA Certified Instructor 30 Yr CC permit holder.

11-07-2011, 04:25 PM	#16
The Duke Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: NW Louisiana Posts: 813	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Rock Island +1....Excellent buys from about $360 up... __________________ Ineptocracy (in-ep-toc'-ra-cy) - a system of government where the least capable to lead are elected by the least capable of producing, and where the members of society least likely to sustain themselves or succeed, are rewarded with goods and services paid for by the confiscated wealth of a diminishing number of producers.

11-07-2011, 04:46 PM	#18
American Leader Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Iowa Contributor Posts: 1,630	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Double D is giving you some very nice prices JS! I personally know a guy who owns both and loves them very much!

11-07-2011, 04:55 PM	#19
jacksonco Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Jackson County West Virginia Posts: 2,237	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? DD will give you the best price he can. I bought my Rem 1911 R1 Enhanced from him and I got a good deal. The 1911s produced in the Philippines are of decent quality. You may also check into Citadel 1911s that are imported by Legacy Sports Int. I have a Tactical Compact model w 3 1/2" bbl. It shoots very good for a short bbl pistol. It will shoot with my Colt XSE Commander all day long. The Citadel can be had for less than $500. Good hunting for your 1911, but do see what Double D can do for you. He is a stand up guy.

11-07-2011, 06:21 PM	#20
J_S_GR V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 68	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Aw..... Come on self.... I just got back from buying the Para..... But DD, if you hold on to that thing until around Christmas, I'll definitely buy it.

11-07-2011, 06:23 PM	#21
J_S_GR V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 68	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Son of a gun I was going to check back here right before I left.... I'm hitting myself. Mentally, of course.

11-07-2011, 06:24 PM	#22
J_S_GR V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 68	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? This kind of thing always happens to me... and Academy has a no return policy, even though it's still in the box.... Sorry for the posts but it's killing me I may have missed Double D's deal.

11-07-2011, 06:33 PM	#23
Brisk44 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Iowa Contributor Posts: 1,747	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Don't worry, DD will still have some good deals when you're ready. He's a great guy to work with.

11-07-2011, 06:34 PM	#24
J_S_GR V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 68	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Lord I hope so. I don't think the Para was a bad purchase, but I would have rather saved the hundred or so bucks.

11-07-2011, 06:40 PM	#25
JFletch Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 2	Re: What would be my best 1911 option for $450-550? Would recommend Rock Island Officers. I just picked up one yesterday for $422 out the door. Shot 150 rds out of it with no malfunctions.