Sure to inspire a little debate, but let's keep it friendly.

 

What's your favorite 1911? Brand? Caliber? Why?

 

Money is no object, but it would be better if you can:

1) Say it's yours.

2) Include a picture

 

Let 'er rip!!!

 

Christopher

Here's mine:

 

Kimber 9mm Stainless Target II. Stock save the grips. Shoots like a dream. No malfunctions that weren't ammo or operator induced save 2 or 3 during the break in. I love this gun.

 

C

^^ that's a beauty, I can't wait to post mine on January/February when it gets released

^^ that's a beauty, I can't wait to post mine on January/February when it gets released

RRA Poly 1911?

kimber team 2 9mm

 

Favorite that I own:

 

Springfield TRP .45ACP

 

 

I will be picking up a S&W 1911 Pro 9mm towards the end of the month, a very nice 1911 but, I don't think it will take over the top spot.

I have a TRP as well, excellent shooter.

Ed Brown Kobra Carry .45acp. Why....Shoot it and you'll know why.

Ed Brown Kobra Carry .45acp. Why....Shoot it and you'll know why.

 

I've shot it. I know why.

 

C

Ed Brown Kobra Carry .45acp. Why....Shoot it and you'll know why.

 

agreed

 

But my TRP is awesome

Anyone have any experience with 1911's in 9mm? I kinda want something I can bring and shoot with some not so experienced friends that couldnt handle .45ACP. Also having three guns in 9mm will save some money on ammo since I can buy large bulk and dont have to buy seperate .45ACP.

^^^Ummmmmmm... me.^^^

 

C

1911's should be in 3 calibers. 45acp, 38 super and 10mm

^^^Ummmmmmm... me.^^^

 

C

 

Totally missed the 9mm part when I read your post. I see you really like the Kimber, there seems to be a hate for Kimber in some places but I've heard nothing but goods things about them. And I really like how they look.

Totally missed the 9mm part when I read your post. I see you really like the Kimber, there seems to be a hate for Kimber in some places but I've heard nothing but goods things about them. And I really like how they look.

 

mine is too.. added that too the description, calibre does not matter to me..

1911's should be in 3 calibers. 45acp, 38 super and 10mm

 

wrong... they should also shoot lasers...

Kimber Stainless Pro Carry 2 for me in .45 - have since added Mepro sights and a Crimson Trace laser grip.

 

Dan Wesson in .45. Sorry don't have a pick but it shoots like a dream. I also like my STI, but the finish is not as nice as the DW.

I have many. This is probably my favorite right now. Why? To me it's a piece of functional art. Metal work that is flawless. Fit and finish second to none. I get joy just from holding it in my hands. It's a Pistol Dynamics modernized Combat Special. Hand fit piece by piece by Paul Liebenberg who is a 1911 master craftsman.

 

Totally missed the 9mm part when I read your post. I see you really like the Kimber, there seems to be a hate for Kimber in some places but I've heard nothing but goods things about them. And I really like how they look.

 

It looks like you're pretty far down state, but if you ever make it up this way, I'll take you shooting. I really like this gun.

 

C

Oh, and Ray-Ray... bleh!

Colt 1991 Govt, because it"s a Colt after all.. looks good shoots good also.

I have many. This is probably my favorite right now. Why? To me it's a piece of functional art. Metal work that is flawless. Fit and finish second to none. I get joy just from holding it in my hands. It's a Pistol Dynamics modernized Combat Special. Hand fit piece by piece by Paul Liebenberg who is a 1911 master craftsman.

 

Very nice indeed, I hate to ask, and you don't have to tell but.........what did that baby run you?

Favorite that I own:

 

Springfield TRP .45ACP

 

 

I will be picking up a S&W 1911 Pro 9mm towards the end of the month, a very nice 1911 but, I don't think it will take over the top spot.

freejersey what is the purpose of that magwell? Does it make mag changes quicker/easier?

freejersey what is the purpose of that magwell? Does it make mag changes quicker/easier?

 

That is the purpose but, my times still suck. (USPSA).

 

I'll run with it a few more times to see if it really makes a difference for me. If not, I'll go back to the stock magwell which definitely looks better.

My Dan Wesson Commander Bobtail Classic in .45ACP. Such a sweet shooter.

 

1911's should be in 3 calibers. 45acp, 38 super and 10mm

 

I used to feel almost the same way. The 1911 was designed for .45 and should remain .45. But, the more I shot my TRP the more I appreciated the feel of the 1911. So what's wrong with having that same feel when shooting other calibers? For me, nothing feels as right as the 1911. I have my .45 and a .22, I'll be picking up the 9mm this month. Next year I'll consider .40 and 10mm.

I thought that about 1911's as well. .45 only but I love the platform so much it makes any caliber that much more enjoyable. My colt rail .22 is a blast and once I solve the feed issues with my RIA tactical 9mm that could be one of my favorites. I still have a few left that are unfired and a couple more at the ffl

BLF, I would love to see some pics of whatever is your favorite at this time. You have some neat stuff.

 

C

I might have to do a 1911 family picture soon. It will have to wait until I bring the other two home