Ok folks,

 

I have always had a soft spot in my heart for the 1911. I like the look of it as well as the weight and the fact that it is all metal.

 

Before I make the investment I'd like opinions on the reliability and durability of the R1 1911.  Can some members chime in and let me know how reliable and durable the R1's are?

I ve shot over 800rds in my R1 Stainless without a hitch.

 

Gun is very accurate.

 

Comes with bad mags. They cause issues. Buy Wilson Combats or some better mags.

I've sold plenty of them, never heard any negative feedback on 'em

My friend has one and he loves it, no problems with it.  I've shot it, and it is nice.  I might buy one myself soon.

IMO it seems to be on the more affordable end of the spectrum in terms of american made 1911's, without sacrificing quality

The R1 (base model) is my first and only 1911, but I've put about 2,000 rounds through it without any trouble.

 

No disrespect intended to Damian ( ), but the factory mags have always worked fine for me.

The R1 (base model) is my first and only 1911, but I've put about 2,000 rounds through it without any trouble.No disrespect intended to Damian ( ), but the factory mags have always worked fine for me.

I have the R1 Stainless and the mags were causing the last round to Fail to feed.

Hey if they work for you great !!!

 

I do have an el cheapo spare mag i got for 7$ at Sarco and it never fails :):).

Thanks to everyone...Any opinions on the Ruger SR1911?

American Rifleman mag did a review on three different varieties of the R1 back in may or june last year (2013).  They liked them, and found all three to be very accurate.

found the article on the Rifleman's web page:

 

http://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/a-bullseye-view-of-remingtons-r1-pistols