1911 Recommendations?

[DadSmith]

I know this thread will probably just make me dizzy, but I’m going to put it out there anyway.

I’m not a 1911 guy, don’t own a single one. So of course, after shooting probably 30 different guns over the past few years between my dad’s and mine, my son says that his favorite gun is a 1911 chambered in .45 ACP.

I would like to buy him one as a college graduation gift, but am looking to stay in the $1000-1500 range. What’s the best bang for the buck in that range? Looking to INGO for some help!

So what did you decide on? Did you buy something?

 

[profjeremy]

So what did you decide on? Did you buy something?

I haven’t yet, but I’m leaning toward the Springfield Ronin, mostly because of all that I’ve shown him, he liked it the best by far. I’m a Springfield fan as well, although I haven’t shot any of their 1911s.

 

[Skip]

I haven’t yet, but I’m leaning toward the Springfield Ronin, mostly because of all that I’ve shown him, he liked it the best by far. I’m a Springfield fan as well, although I haven’t shot any of their 1911s.

 

[Skip]

This was a course of fire from a gallery PPC competition I shot with my Taurus PT1911 back when they first came out. From the box to the range…..
Left target is 12 rounds, 14 seconds or under with a reload. Right target is @ 20 yards, 18 rounds in 75 seconds, 6 standing, 6 kneeling, 6 sitting with two reloads. The possible score was 300 points. This is 296 if memory serves me. This pistol is a shooter. I understand it wouldn’t be on the list of "heirlooms" of most folks, but, it sure is a favorite 1911 of all that I’ve ever owned.

 

[Skip]

This was the Kimber I had.
The picture with the groundhog was the results of a 200 yard stalk and a 40 yard shot.
Funny story about that whole deal. My uncle asked if I saw that groundhog @ 200 yards. I said, yes. Do you want me to go get my rifle? , he asked.
I said: Naw, I got my pistol….and pulled it out……it was in a hay field and there were big round bales left in the field. I used them for cover and got within 40 yards for the shot! Lol
He thought I was going to try a shot @ 200 yards. He was still shaking his head when I came back with said groundhog in hand! Lol

I shot another one with a Glock 21 @ 99 paces but, we ain’t talking about "Tactical Tupperware" in this thread. Lol

 

[DadSmith]

I haven’t yet, but I’m leaning toward the Springfield Ronin, mostly because of all that I’ve shown him, he liked it the best by far. I’m a Springfield fan as well, although I haven’t shot any of their 1911s.

He'll like the Ronin 45. I really like mine.
I'm seriously think about collecting all 3 full size models as a set. 10mm and 9mm.

 

[Skip]

He'll like the Ronin 45. I really like mine.
I'm seriously think about collecting all 3 full size models as a set. 10mm and 9mm.

How many rounds in the 10mm & 9mm? Have you used any aftermarket magazines with them?

 

[DadSmith]

How many rounds in the 10mm & 9mm? Have you used any aftermarket magazines with them?

I do not own those yet in Ronin. I have a 10mm RIA it works with Wilson Combat.
The Ronin 45 works with Wilson Combat, Tripp Research, and Chip McCormick.

 

[Skip]

I do not own those yet in Ronin. I have a 10mm RIA it works with Wilson Combat.
The Ronin 45 works with Wilson Combat, Tripp Research, and Chip McCormick.

Misunderstood. I thought you said you HAD the set. My bad…

 

[profjeremy]

The only problem with all of this research is that it led me down a path of my own as well! Haha

 

[Skip]

The only problem with all of this research is that it led me down a path of my own as well! Haha

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Is that yours now or are you still hunting?

 

[Skip]

I haven’t yet, but I’m leaning toward the Springfield Ronin, mostly because of all that I’ve shown him, he liked it the best by far. I’m a Springfield fan as well, although I haven’t shot any of their 1911s.

Maybe?

Springfield Armory 1911 Ronin 5" 45acp

MFR#: PX9120L UPC: 706397930141 CALIBER: 45acp MAGAZINE CAPACITY: 8 rounds # OF MAGS: One TYPE: Semi Auto Pistol BARREL LENGTH: 5" SIGHTS: Fiber Optic Front, Tactical Rack White Dot Rear FRAME MATERIAL: Stainless Steel FREE SHIPPING

dkfirearms.com

 

[profjeremy]

Is that yours now or are you still hunting?

I just picked it up yesterday. I wasn't even hunting for one for myself, but once I saw a 1911 with a red dot, I had to try it out.

 

[Skip]

I just picked it up yesterday. I wasn't even hunting for one for myself, but once I saw a 1911 with a red dot, I had to try it out.

You know we will need a range report with video and pictures, right? Lol

 

[profjeremy]

You know we will need a range report with video and pictures, right? Lol

Haha well I don't want my shooting to make you guys think the gun sucks! But I will see what I can do when I take it out next week.

 

[DadSmith]

I haven’t yet, but I’m leaning toward the Springfield Ronin, mostly because of all that I’ve shown him, he liked it the best by far. I’m a Springfield fan as well, although I haven’t shot any of their 1911s.

SPRINGFIELD ARMORY PX9120L 1911 Ronin 45 ACP 5 8+1 Stainless Steel Crossed Cannon Wood Laminate Grip

<p>Springfield Armory is proud to introduce the Ronin Operator, a rugged and reliable 1911 pistol. Configured as a full-size 5' gun, the Ronin Operator features a forged steel slide and frame as well as a hammer-forged barrel. The pistol has a two-tone finish, with a stainless steel forged frame...

tombstonetactical.com

$766 Free shipping no sales tax.

 

[Skip]

SPRINGFIELD ARMORY PX9120L 1911 Ronin 45 ACP 5 8+1 Stainless Steel Crossed Cannon Wood Laminate Grip

<p>Springfield Armory is proud to introduce the Ronin Operator, a rugged and reliable 1911 pistol. Configured as a full-size 5' gun, the Ronin Operator features a forged steel slide and frame as well as a hammer-forged barrel. The pistol has a two-tone finish, with a stainless steel forged frame...

tombstonetactical.com

$766 Free shipping no sales tax.

So, I got to hold a Ronin 10mm today. Felt just like a 1911!
If I liked 1911’s, it would be a nice one to have. Lol
My 10mm happens to be a Glock clone.
Well built and Springfield knows how to build 1911’s, no two ways about that.