Can anyone recommend a good 1911 style pistol chambered in .22 LR?

 

We're looking for a dedicated 22 for plinking and perhaps light competition.

 

My kid loves the look of a traditional 1911 so that's where I'm leaning.

Colt-Umarex 1911 .22LR in either the Government, Rail or Gold Cup Model.

 

 

http://www.colt22rimfire.com/index.php?page=colt-1911

The GSG 1911 is a good gun. Many of the forum members shoot it, and have had few problems. FWIW they make the 22lr 1911 for Sig.

Thanks for the replies.

 

I'll check out Colt.

 

EB Sports, when you say "They make the 22LR for sig" do you mean that GSG makes the gun FOR Sig to be sold as a Sig, or that (They) Sig makes a 1911?

Do you want something that looks like a 1911 or something that feels like a 1911? Do you already have a 1911 in 45? A 22 conversion kit is more expensive, but is the way to go. Unless you like pot metal!

Thanks for the replies.

 

I'll check out Colt.

 

EB Sports, when you say "They make the 22LR for sig" do you mean that GSG makes the gun FOR Sig to be sold as a Sig, or that (They) Sig makes a 1911?

 

The GSG 1911-22 and Sig 1911-22 are the same gun, both made by GSG.

Do you want something that looks like a 1911 or something that feels like a 1911? Do you already have a 1911 in 45? A 22 conversion kit is more expensive, but is the way to go. Unless you like pot metal!

I understand.

 

I have the slide conversion kit for my Beretta 92FS. But for what I spent on that I could have bought a dedicated .22 and had two pistols.

 

I don't really want a 1911 in 45. This is really a beginners gun for my kid that I might use at OBRAMs or the like.

 

From what I've read the mfg's have done a good job to mimic the look and feel of the .22 verision so that it's close to the real deal. Is that not true?

The GSG 1911-22 and Sig 1911-22 are the same gun, both made by GSG.

I didn't know that. Thanks!

If you go for the GSG-1911, magazines are usually available from AimSurplus.com. Just added 2 from them today.

I just bought the colt goverment. Have yet to shoot it though

I have the Sig 1911-22, same as the GSG, and have about 300 rounds through it so far. A little picky on ammo, but it's still new. I like my .22 revolver more though.

+1 colt Gold cup...

I have the Sig 1911-22, same as the GSG, and have about 300 rounds through it so far. A little picky on ammo, but it's still new. I like my .22 revolver more though.

 

Run her wet and dirty for break-in.. She like it like that...

Kings --- I just purchased a GSG 1911 2 weeks ago -- It's a blast to shoot for me but as delivered was a little large in the grip for my son --

I'm working on shortening up the length of pull and have put some smaller, thin grips on -- Anyway, If your the guy I think you are then I'll see you at YSB --

Hopefully we can make it this week -- I'll bring the GSG and If they don't get out too late you and your boy are welcome to send a few downrange --

 

Jer

I also just purchased the GSG 1911. What an awesome gun, really nice gun for the price (I bought mine used). Shot about 500 rounds the first night with no issues,

What kind of ammo where you using? I'm going to be picking up my GSG this week (i hope)...

I run Federal Bulk and she works well, while CCI would be better and absolutely trouble free I just have way too much Federal Bulk on hand to add any other 22LR ammo to the supply. I just can't pass up the Dunn.com deal they run and at $169 for 5250 rounds I have a about 4 orders still on hand..

Good Deal, I just got 2100 rounds of Federal so I'll be using that... I'll have to keep my eye on that site to see if they get it back in stock again, that is a great deal...

 

Thanks

Good Deal, I just got 2100 rounds of Federal so I'll be using that... I'll have to keep my eye on that site to see if they get it back in stock again, that is a great deal...

 

Thanks

 

If your gun isn't broken in, I would say run her a little wet and dirty for the break-in.

If you don't mind elaborating on "wet and dirty" this new guy to guns would love to learn...

 

Thanks

lube it up, and leave it dirty, let it go without cleaning.

Much Appreciated...

What kind of ammo where you using? I'm going to be picking up my GSG this week (i hope)...

 

I was using Federal Bulk too. No issues.

I run Federal Bulk and she works well, while CCI would be better and absolutely trouble free I just have way too much Federal Bulk on hand to add any other 22LR ammo to the supply. I just can't pass up the Dunn.com deal they run and at $169 for 5250 rounds I have a about 4 orders still on hand..

 

Harry - Dunn.com came up as a "computer and technology law firm" What is the actual site you got such a great deal on the 22 ammo?

Thanks... here is the link you were looking for: https://www.shopdunn...er_plated_case/

Thanks... here is the link you were looking for: https://www.shopdunn...er_plated_case/

 

My bad....thanks, I was able to get to the 'right' site this time.

No worries, i had to have google help we so we were in the same boat...

I see you found the site and Jon hooked you up on the wet and dirty thing.

 

 

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Yup, thanks again to all for the help...

My GSG eats everything I put in it. It's most accurate with CCI Blazers a the moment.

 

I even tried a few mags of Wolf match ammo. Federal bulk runs just fine too.

 

On it's 1st outing it was giving me trouble feeding from a full mag but thats gone now.

 

I picked up a case of that Dunns Federal bulk a couple weeks ago too.

 

Looking for mags now -- PSA had them but I delayed my order and now they show none. Free shipping there right now.

 

Aim surplus had them the last time I checked but they want $13 or $14 for shipping. Really don't want to add a high shipping charge to an already overpriced mag.