Rock Island Armory M1911-A1 9mm - The Firearms Forum

Customf1 · 11-21-2011, 10:22 PM

Hi, I bought this gun made in the phillippines at my first gun show this weekend - Rock Island Armory M1911-A1 9mm for $380.00, now I can shoot 1911 with 9mm ammo and save some money. I think I did good. It comes with one mag, I need another mag, can you recommend the correct mag for this gun and where I can purchase it? Also, are there any other upgrades that can be added to this weapon? This is the exact gun>>Hi, I bought this gun made in the phillippines at my first gun show this weekend - Rock Island Armory M1911-A1 9mm for $380.00, now I can shoot 1911 with 9mm ammo and save some money. I think I did good. It comes with one mag, I need another mag, can you recommend the correct mag for this gun and where I can purchase it? Also, are there any other upgrades that can be added to this weapon? This is the exact gun>> http://www.galleryofguns.com/genie/D...&zipcode=60142

JLA · 11-21-2011, 10:30 PM

There are tons of upgrades that can be done, but none just yet. Master the weapon first. and get you some metalform mags here.

http://www.midwayusa.com/Find?dimens...1&promotionId=

JLA · 11-21-2011, 10:33 PM

BTW, I think you mean RIA (Rock Island) IF you gave $380 for a RRA you should be arrested for thievery.

Customf1 · 11-21-2011, 10:47 PM

Yes I meant Rock Island here is the exact gun>>Thanks http://www.galleryofguns.com/genie/D...&zipcode=60142

JLA · 11-21-2011, 11:03 PM

They are excellent 1911s for the money. Consider them a gateway drug to an addiction you will have for the rest of your life.

graehaven · 11-22-2011, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by JLA

They are excellent 1911s for the money. Consider them a gateway drug to an addiction you will have for the rest of your life.

JLA, what's your opinion on the Remington 1911 R1, as a first 1911? Or even a Springfield Mil spec? Both about the same price here $650-$680 range.

JLA · 11-22-2011, 09:09 AM

Either would be a good starter 1911. I have not owned an R1, but have owned a couple springers. The R1 will come with better sights. But other than that thay are the same gun in a different wrapper.

graehaven · 11-23-2011, 07:54 AM

I also love that the Remington is totally built in NY too.

11-21-2011, 10:22 PM	#1
Customf1 Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 13	Rock Island Armory M1911-A1 9mm Hi, I bought this gun made in the phillippines at my first gun show this weekend - Rock Island Armory M1911-A1 9mm for $380.00, now I can shoot 1911 with 9mm ammo and save some money. I think I did good. It comes with one mag, I need another mag, can you recommend the correct mag for this gun and where I can purchase it? Also, are there any other upgrades that can be added to this weapon? This is the exact gun>>Hi, I bought this gun made in the phillippines at my first gun show this weekend - Rock Island Armory M1911-A1 9mm for $380.00, now I can shoot 1911 with 9mm ammo and save some money. I think I did good. It comes with one mag, I need another mag, can you recommend the correct mag for this gun and where I can purchase it? Also, are there any other upgrades that can be added to this weapon? This is the exact gun>> http://www.galleryofguns.com/genie/D...&zipcode=60142 --> Last edited by Customf1; 11-21-2011 at 10:46 PM.. Reason: error

11-21-2011, 10:30 PM	#2
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,319	Re: Rock River Armory M1911-A1 9mm There are tons of upgrades that can be done, but none just yet. Master the weapon first. and get you some metalform mags here. http://www.midwayusa.com/Find?dimens...1&promotionId= __________________ 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!

11-21-2011, 10:33 PM	#3
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,319	Re: Rock River Armory M1911-A1 9mm BTW, I think you mean RIA (Rock Island) IF you gave $380 for a RRA you should be arrested for thievery. __________________ 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!

11-21-2011, 10:47 PM	#4
Customf1 Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 13	Re: Rock Island Armory M1911-A1 9mm Yes I meant Rock Island here is the exact gun>>Thanks http://www.galleryofguns.com/genie/D...&zipcode=60142

11-21-2011, 11:03 PM	#5
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,319	Re: Rock River Armory M1911-A1 9mm They are excellent 1911s for the money. Consider them a gateway drug to an addiction you will have for the rest of your life. __________________ 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!

11-22-2011, 09:09 AM	#7
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,319	Re: Rock Island Armory M1911-A1 9mm Either would be a good starter 1911. I have not owned an R1, but have owned a couple springers. The R1 will come with better sights. But other than that thay are the same gun in a different wrapper. __________________ 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!

11-23-2011, 07:54 AM	#8
graehaven Advanced Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 2,853	Re: Rock Island Armory M1911-A1 9mm I also love that the Remington is totally built in NY too. __________________ The beauty of the second amendment is that it will not be needed until they try to take it." - Thomas Jefferson RESISTANCE IS FEUDAL... PREPARE TO SERVE.