First 1911 HELP!!

[Right2beararms]

In the market for my first 1911. Don't want to break the bank. Been looking at the RIA or possible the Taurus in stainless. I want something I can do some tinkering with, like polishing all of the important parts and maybe a trigger job. Any thoughts from the 1911 Gurus?

 

[Al Capone]

Spend slightly more and buy Ruger SR1911. Great everything about this gun.

 

[Tgwolfwood1981]

If buds still has them, the girsan 1911 is also a great budget 1911. Milled frame and slide, cold hammer forged barrel, etc. when I got mine it was $438 shipped. Way better than a ria or citadel.

 

[Hayata]

I have a RIA compact and a full size Taurus in .45. The RIA is my EDC.

The RIA is rock solid. Very reliable. I have not ordered from these folks, but they have them at great prices. Call Cherokee in Canton and see if they have 'em in stock. And tinker away! http://e-sarcoinc.com/rockislandpistols.aspx

The Taurus IMHO, is one of the best values in 1911's. Very well built. Excellent trigger. Front checkering standard. But you pay a little more than the RIA. Great shooters.

You can tell I'm not really a 1911 snob...either the RIA or Taurus would be a great entry-level gun but if you want to tinker, I'd go for the RIA. I bet it won't be your last 1911.

 

[Spas-12 Owner]

To "Tinker" with go with a RIA. I would get the tactical model simply for the sites. Also, the RIA run off a "Ser 70" style and parts are easier to find and install.

 

[georgiabow]

RIA is the best value to dollar 1911 on the market, PERIOD!

 

[ratfinkron]

RIA is the best value to dollar 1911 on the market, PERIOD!

^^^ Agreed and also great to build on. Best in my opinion to get your feet wet with and learn the pistols before you step up in quality to a Dan Wesson or other quality 1911's.

 

[georgiabow]

^^^ Agreed and also great to build on. Best in my opinion to get your feet wet with and learn the pistols before you step up in quality to a Dan Wesson or other quality 1911's.

an RIA can be built to be better than any shooter is.... youll never be more accurate than the gun itself.

 

[Madrox]

Another vote for Rock Island. I love mine.

 

[Right2beararms]

If buds still has them, the girsan 1911 is also a great budget 1911. Milled frame and slide, cold hammer forged barrel, etc. when I got mine it was $438 shipped. Way better than a ria or citadel.

Looked at this one. Looks pretty good for the money. Definitely this one or the RIA version. Looks like most bang for the buck. Thanks guys!