Need help choosing a 1911

I know if you do have any issues out if RIA, there customer service was spectacular. Paid shipping to an from, insured the shipment. Fixed in the time stated. Great people to deal with.

 

If the key word is "mods", then I would look at the SA.

I have not tried to mod a RIA. The only aftermarket parts I put on one is a set up grips (and I did not replace their screws).

I am not aware of the recoil spring issue. All 1911s have to have their recoil spring replaced at some time, so to me, that is not a big deal.

Para is okay, but they have the Series 80 system. Some like that, but I can do without it.

The others I have no experience with.

 

Only "mods" on my RIA were a trigger and set of Houge grips. I like the Springfield option but I prefer the beaver tail saftey.

 

My first and only 1911 is a S&W E series. Couldn't be happier. Might be more than your budget allows, ($889) but made in America, and guaranteed forever. Accurate and trigger is great. If you are planning on keeping it for a while, I would maybe go rent one and see if you like it. Hell, go rent them all and see which you prefer. My buddy owns a kimber, and that shoots nice as well. Big bucks though

 

The series 80 add more parts to the firing mechanism.
http://www.ehow.com/list_7362522_differences-series-80-series-1911.html

 

i would go with the springfield. great starter/intro into the 1911. good luck!

 

CC? None of those, if given a choice.
Since you're obviously price sensitive, I'd steer you toward a STI Spartan IV and recommend you save up a just a few more dollars. Low to Mid $600s street price. and you get a Commander sized gun from a very good US company. Sure, not a 5" GI model, but whats 3/4" between friends? The difference isn't that great. They are essentially Rock Island/ARMSCOR frames & slides built up with STI internals. A no-lose situation if you ask me.
http://www.stiguns.com/the-sti-spartan-iv/
http://www.gunsamerica.com/90242083...s/STI_Spartan_IV_45_acp_Commander_1911_NE.htm

Oh BTW, for the same money you can get the Spartan III, which is a 3" Officer Style. Sure not exactly what you asked for, but still, great deal.
http://www.stiguns.com/the-sti-spartan-iii/
http://www.gunsamerica.com/936800454/Guns/Pistols/STI-Pistols/STI_Spartan_III_45_acp_Officer_.htm
You do want to conceal after all, right?

 

I own the MetroArms American Classic in .45. Excellent in accuracy and shot great out of the box. Very reliable. A great shooter and range gun.

I have a STI Spartan IV and RIA GI - both in 9mm and both required some tuning which is pretty common in 9mm models, but both are excellent and very well made and great range guns. I would expect the .45 models to be great guns from the start, but both have outstanding customer service if needed.

I know a lot of people carry full-sized 1911s, but frankly they are just too large and heavy for my taste for CCW so I don't carry them. I prefer a commander sized CCO for carry - much lighter - but I realize that is probably beyond your price range. If you are going to carry full-sized, invest in a really good large thick belt!

 

Ruger sr1911
And colt lightweight commander. Both are missing from your list. Springfield seems the best option out of your list. Keep in mind August is a good ways away just yet. Plenty of time to save a little more dust to get you into the colt playing field.

 

The SA GI is almost non existent new today.
RIA get the tac model. A little more but worth it.
Para forget it as they are junk.
AC II by Metro Arms are very good guns for the money.
HS I don't know about.

 

If you are in the market for a decent full size 1911 for your first pistol I would agree with some of these guy's recommendations. But like he said if I were you I would take my $600 and save up a little more and purchase you a well built american made 1911. I purchased a full size Kimber Stainless II .45acp about 6 months ago for my first 1911 and I wouldn't have it any other way. The Stainless II retails for around $900 and comes straight from the factory with a match grade barrel and 3lb trigger that is as smooth as butter.

 

Not on your list but one that has me seriously thinking about is the ROCK ISLAND RAIL GUN - TACTICAL 2011. It has all the "mods" incorporated right out of the box.



^ I'm really thinkin' 'bout this puppy.

 

My personal opinion, the best 'value' in a 1911 can be found on CDDN. I got the Taurus PT 1911 AR chambered in .38 Super Auto for $399. It's polished blue with gold accents. Not for everyone hence the lower price but I like it and it's a quality gun.

 

Here ya go;

http://www.e-sarcoinc.com/pist-rockisltacticalm911a145pistol.aspx

 

What about the remington 1911 im thinking of buying one this month

 

Got one and love it. I have the old school GI.



Great range lizard but I'd never carry it.