"Cheap" 1911? - Page 3

tegemu · October 4th, 2006, 01:34 PM

I'm saving for a Taurus PT1911. It comes with a ton of usually aftermarket extras and is rapidly gaining a very good reputation. It can be had for about $450.00. It will be the 6th 1911 in my stable, all different makers.

plblark · October 4th, 2006, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Musketeer

https://shop.cylinder-slide.com/ccp5...&catstr=HOME:8

$450 is not bad for a plain jane military 1911.

That's a good price if you can alk in... But with ~$20 shipping and ~$25 FFL transfer it comes close to the Taurus and for the money, I'd buy the Taurus.

kansas45 · October 5th, 2006, 01:38 AM

I am a Springfield fan & I bought a TAURUS PT1911 a while back. It is a great pistol. In fact, I plan on buying t he SS model when they come out also.

screwman · October 8th, 2006, 08:06 PM

My .02. Dan Wesson. Quality innards, good fit, all around decent weapon. Priced right.

Mike

Mike1951 · October 9th, 2006, 09:40 AM

My other 1911's include a SS Springfield loaded with an Actions by T action job, Kimber Eclipse Pro II, Springfield Champion, and an Auto Ordnance (Kahr).

I liked the first PT1911 enough that I bought a second.

Great value!!!

Mike

Captain Crunch · October 9th, 2006, 01:37 PM

You should take a close look at Charles Daly. They make a blued steel, full size 1911 with all the bells and whistles that retails for $499.00.

I looked at one at the Kalispell gun show yesterday. The seller was asking $450.00 for it. I almost bought it. Probably should have.

Mike1951 · October 9th, 2006, 06:49 PM

No need to look at the Daly's.

You only have to read reviews from people that have them.

In researching the PT1911, I didn't find anyone who had encountered a problem. I found instances where over 1000 rounds of mixed types of ammo were fired without cleaning with no malfunctions.

Taurus has built a 1911 that deserves a look by anyone looking to buy a QUALITY 1911, not a cheap 1911.

Mike

kastiron · October 9th, 2006, 07:57 PM

I recently bought a RIA from a co-worker in unfired condition. After 200 rounds of flawless shooting, I was left with a smile on my face and a small scar on my right hand where the pistol declared its need for a beavertail..

If you can find a local RIA for $300 or so, I would go that way. At least, until you can make up your mind that you want to play with 1911's.

From what I understand, 1911's are much like Glocks and .22's.. It it hard to stop at ONE.

MSGTTBAR · October 9th, 2006, 10:54 PM

http://www.aimguns.com/ has the PW9108LP for $455.. Budguns lowball special is no longer posted.

Colin · October 10th, 2006, 12:40 AM

The Charles Daly's polymer 1911 are made IMI in Isreal, I fired one and quite like it. they hav come out with a commander model, but so far only in 9mm. I have to admit seeing the Dan Wesson-CZ stainless commander in a gun mag made me drool, nice looking gun and they seem to have a good rep.

October 4th, 2006, 01:34 PM	#21
tegemu Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Orange Park, Fla. Posts: 997	I'm saving for a Taurus PT1911. It comes with a ton of usually aftermarket extras and is rapidly gaining a very good reputation. It can be had for about $450.00. It will be the 6th 1911 in my stable, all different makers. __________________ People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence in their behalf. - George Orwell

October 5th, 2006, 01:38 AM	#23
kansas45 Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: kansas Posts: 50	I am a Springfield fan & I bought a TAURUS PT1911 a while back. It is a great pistol. In fact, I plan on buying t he SS model when they come out also. __________________ I HAVE TWO GUNS. ONE FOR EACH OF YOU!

October 9th, 2006, 01:37 PM	#26
Captain Crunch Senior Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Montana, The Treasure State Posts: 7,139	You should take a close look at Charles Daly. They make a blued steel, full size 1911 with all the bells and whistles that retails for $499.00. I looked at one at the Kalispell gun show yesterday. The seller was asking $450.00 for it. I almost bought it. Probably should have. __________________ Memo to the President: I'll keep my guns, money & freedom... You can keep the "change!" Terry

October 9th, 2006, 10:54 PM	#29
MSGTTBAR Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: PENSACOLA, FL Posts: 165	http://www.aimguns.com/ has the PW9108LP for $455.. Budguns lowball special is no longer posted. __________________ Life is too short to be serious!

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October 8th, 2006, 08:06 PM	#24
screwman Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: NW Ohio Posts: 37	My .02. Dan Wesson. Quality innards, good fit, all around decent weapon. Priced right. Mike

October 9th, 2006, 09:40 AM	#25
Mike1951 New Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SE Texas Posts: 7	My other 1911's include a SS Springfield loaded with an Actions by T action job, Kimber Eclipse Pro II, Springfield Champion, and an Auto Ordnance (Kahr). I liked the first PT1911 enough that I bought a second. Great value!!! Mike

October 9th, 2006, 06:49 PM	#27
Mike1951 New Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SE Texas Posts: 7	No need to look at the Daly's. You only have to read reviews from people that have them. In researching the PT1911, I didn't find anyone who had encountered a problem. I found instances where over 1000 rounds of mixed types of ammo were fired without cleaning with no malfunctions. Taurus has built a 1911 that deserves a look by anyone looking to buy a QUALITY 1911, not a cheap 1911. Mike

October 9th, 2006, 07:57 PM	#28
kastiron Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: South Dakota Posts: 218	I recently bought a RIA from a co-worker in unfired condition. After 200 rounds of flawless shooting, I was left with a smile on my face and a small scar on my right hand where the pistol declared its need for a beavertail.. If you can find a local RIA for $300 or so, I would go that way. At least, until you can make up your mind that you want to play with 1911's. From what I understand, 1911's are much like Glocks and .22's.. It it hard to stop at ONE.

October 10th, 2006, 12:40 AM	#30
Colin Distinguished Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Vancouver Posts: 1,421	The Charles Daly's polymer 1911 are made IMI in Isreal, I fired one and quite like it. they hav come out with a commander model, but so far only in 9mm. I have to admit seeing the Dan Wesson-CZ stainless commander in a gun mag made me drool, nice looking gun and they seem to have a good rep.