Best 1911 for under.......

[Gunnz 49]

Have a permit that expires in a few days, but am away, and hopefully can get it extended after it expires....

 

Been looking to use the permit so I don't loose it but only have like 600 to spend...

 

What 1911s typically run under 600?

 

Never even shot a 1911 but it seems like a must in any collection.

 

If no quality 1911 is available for the price, I was thinking of adding to a glock21.

[Damjan 73]

I had to make a similar call last year and went into the Remington domain for a budget 1911. I got the Enhansed and then the Stainless which has more classic features. Very happy with Remington. I didnt want to spend more than 7-800$

 

http://grabagun.com/firearms/handguns/semi-automatic/remington-1911-1911-45acp-5-7rd-sts-wlnt-2-mgs.html

 

 

............and i just have to suggest this since i m a big fan of Zastava and they import their new production Tokarev's ......perfect for an expiring permit and lo cash gun.

 

1911-Ski

http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.aspx?item=F1YM70&name=Zastava+M70A+9mm+Pistol&groupid=3

[XDm9-3.8 2]

If you shop around you could find a Springfield Range Officer new for $750ish, a used one might be found for the $$$ you seek.

[Gunnz 49]

I saw a Springfield g.i offered on the marketplace, for 529, any good?

 

I really like the look of the Ruger sr1911, but hear they are hard to find, and they are priced of my budget at the moment. (Bought 4 handguns in the past year)

[1LtCAP 4,264]

saw a rock island armory 1911 at the sportsmans center in bordentown. for less than $600. 5" barrel.

[Tack Tickle 0]

If no quality 1911 is available for the price, I was thinking of adding to a glock21.

Get the 1911 after you get some other fun toys. A 1911 sould be an heirloom, not something that money dictates. Do your research in which brand and model to buy and save your money up.

[Gunnz 49]

I was thinking the same thing..... Might just let the permit expire..... I know it's sacrilegious

 

Saw an online site had mp15 5.56 for 609, maybe I will wait for them to come back in stock

[lunker 274]

Honestly, a Rock Island Armory or Citadel 1911 (both made by Armscor in Philippines) are terrific guns. Both can be had for under $600. Same lifetime warranty as a Springfield.

[7-3-2 9]

I just bought a ruger Sr1911 this week and its my first 1911 ... Haven't been to the range with it yet but damn I'm in love.

[Heavyopp 167]

Rock Island armory is a solid gun at a real affordable price.  Made in the Philippines on old USA equipment.

 

They really are a great buy.

[BullzeyeNJ 104]

I would get a used gun for the $600. Your money will go a little farther that way. I have heard Rock Island are a good buy. Never shot one but they definitely have a following.

 

Personally I would get a Springfield Mil Spec 1911A1 used and go from there. Its a good quality base gun. You get to experience the 1911 in a similar form to its original design. From there you can decide whether you love or hate the platform. If you choose to sell it later you will get most if not all of your money back. If you love it then you can send it out for custom work like a trigger job, better sights, accurizing, etc.

[BlueLineFish 615]

Rock island or Citadel in that price range

[ronhonda 86]

I would get a used gun for the $600. Your money will go a little farther that way. I have heard Rock Island are a good buy. Never shot one but they definitely have a following.

 

Personally I would get a Springfield Mil Spec 1911A1 used and go from there. Its a good quality base gun. You get to experience the 1911 in a similar form to its original design. From there you can decide whether you love or hate the platform. If you choose to sell it later you will get most if not all of your money back. If you love it then you can send it out for custom work like a trigger job, better sights, accurizing, etc.

+1

[Babyface Finster 45]

I would get a used gun for the $600. Your money will go a little farther that way. I have heard Rock Island are a good buy. Never shot one but they definitely have a following.

 

Personally I would get a Springfield Mil Spec 1911A1 used and go from there. Its a good quality base gun. You get to experience the 1911 in a similar form to its original design. From there you can decide whether you love or hate the platform. If you choose to sell it later you will get most if not all of your money back. If you love it then you can send it out for custom work like a trigger job, better sights, accurizing, etc.

 

Good advice.  I picked up a used Springfield Mil Spec (though I don't believe it was ever fired) within your price range and I am glad I did.  One of the best things about the Springfield is that the slide isn't engraved with logos so big they can be seen from space.   It's a handsome, well-made gun that shoots well out of the box.

 

[Gunnz 49]

A forum vendor has a Springfield G.I. 1911 for 529, how is the G.I model?

[Babyface Finster 45]

A forum vendor has a Springfield G.I. 1911 for 529, how is the G.I model?

 

The Mil spec has a lowered ejection port, "better" sights and slanted slide serrations.  Probably a few other minor details. I don't know if you can get the GI in stainless, but the mil spec is available both ways.  I got the stainless. I will eventually get one blued and the GI will be on my shopping list. 

[mrg455 6]

I liked my Citadel so much, I bought a second one. Don't be afraid of the quality because of the price, they are very well made.

 

[Contrvlr 17]

Good advice.  I picked up a used Springfield Mil Spec (though I don't believe it was ever fired) within your price range and I am glad I did.  One of the best things about the Springfield is that the slide isn't engraved with logos so big they can be seen from space.   It's a handsome, well-made gun that shoots well out of the box.

 

Damn that's pretty

[fishnut 2,358]

A forum vendor has a Springfield G.I. 1911 for 529, how is the G.I model?

I have a G.I in stainless and brand new it was less than 650. Its a classic bare bones 1911 but that is what I wanted. It is a great gun and I am very happy with it. The only thing that I do not like is the sights, they are the small combat sights but its a gun anything can be changed or modified to your liking when you get some more cash to throw at it.

[JT Custom Guns 959]

I like the quality of the following guns:

 

Para USA

 

Citadel

 

RIA

 

I sell all three, and I have a few Para Expert models in stock

in both Tactical Black & Stainless for under $650.00

[scarecrow 0]

Rock Island Armory. You'll be glad you did.

[alowerlevel 77]

Another vote for a RIA or Citadel, if it were me Id grab one of these Citadels from Buds http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/21_1163/products_id/56897/Citadel+8+%2B+1+Round+45+ACP+w5%22+BarrelBlack+Finish

[mipafox 438]

Just get the RIA since you want it.

 

If you really want to get something overpriced later you can always sell the RIA