Can anyone Identify this Llama 1911?

strange246 · October 13, 2005, 03:05 PM

Anyone know what model Llama this is? .45acp, full size, solid rib on top of slide, external ejector...

michael t · October 13, 2005, 03:54 PM

Its a older Llama 45acp, full size, solid rib on top of slide, external ejector...

I know of no info you can find that can pinpoint date of manufactur Their Llama's not Colts So no collector or or other interest.

strange246 · October 13, 2005, 04:20 PM

Dont care about collector interest, just need to know which model so I can find parts...

Mike40-11 · October 13, 2005, 09:27 PM

Depends on what parts you need. If you're looking for the common stuff like firing pin, springs, bushing, etc they are compatable with the aftermarket 1911 stuff.

Sir William · October 14, 2005, 03:59 AM

I have one. They really are nice. Colt and Llama were linked up for awhile. Astra even had their 25 ACP made for Colt and sold as the Junior. The Llama is a ribbed target model. Parts are extremely hit and miss. The pistol is worth about $150.00. Is it worth gunsmith fitted parts and labour?

18DAI · October 14, 2005, 07:28 PM

Your Pistol is a Llama IX-A. I had to dig mine out of the safe to check the box. First auto loader I ever bought myself back in 1986. Mines like new in the box. Havent shot one of those in years. Enjoy yours! Regards 18DAI.

doncameron · October 14, 2005, 09:40 PM

http://www.9mmlargo.com/year_codes.htm
this is the most up to date codes I can find.

Lazarus40 · October 16, 2005, 04:58 AM

Your Pistol is a Llama IX-A. That much is true. However, there are TWO VERSIONS of this IX-A. One (I own) is pure blowback....the barrel is fixed and it has no locking lugs. The other, younger version has a swinging link and the barrel locks and unlocks just like a 1911. Both are listed as IX-A. So, check your gun.

Llamas can be and are confusing.

Magyar · October 16, 2005, 07:07 AM

Check your date code located left side of trigger vanguard. A letter or a letter/number combination, such as V2 or B7, etc. Using doncameron's thread, you can determine exactly what you have. If the code isn't listed, post it since it might be after 1980. My reference goes to the year, 2000.
It does look like a Model 9A, prior to 1977.
Hey 18DAI, let me know when you want to be relieved of yours...Love My LLAMA!

strange246 · October 16, 2005, 09:21 AM

Thanks guys, Lazarus40 it has the swinging link, now that we know what it is I just have to figure out why it's jamming when feeding a round, tried about 5 different mags, it seems like the barrel link has way too much play in it...

18DAI · October 16, 2005, 10:04 PM

Magyar - Email me I'm looking for a 5903 or 5904. Strange246 - Mine jammed frequently the first 100 rounds or so. I switched mag springs and the problem went away , although she was never 100% reliable with anything except ball ammo, and my gunsmith refused to do any work on it , said if he did anything to it he'd already exceed the cost of the pistol. I enjoyed it anyway ,hope you enjoy yours!.Regards 18DAI.

omegapd · October 16, 2005, 10:32 PM

Boy, I sure love these threads on the old Llamas.

Mine is reliable and fun to shoot. Thanks for posting the date codes, I'll have to check mine out tonight.

It's a commander size in .38 Super...

October 13, 2005, 03:54 PM	#2
michael t Senior Member Join Date: May 17, 2004 Location: Out back Ky Posts: 4,044	Its a older Llama 45acp, full size, solid rib on top of slide, external ejector... I know of no info you can find that can pinpoint date of manufactur Their Llama's not Colts So no collector or or other interest. __________________ Certified Armed Infidel Colt Defender ,Colt Mustang ,Dan Wesson CBOB, PPK/S, American Classic 1911,Bersa Thunder 380 http://bersachat.comHome of Bersa http://www.metroarms1911forum.com

October 13, 2005, 04:20 PM	#3
strange246 Senior Member Join Date: December 31, 2001 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 181	Dont care about collector interest, just need to know which model so I can find parts... __________________ "Faster, faster, until the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death..." Dr. Hunter S. Thompson https://home.comcast.net/~72demon/

October 16, 2005, 04:58 AM	#8
Lazarus40 Member Join Date: October 16, 2005 Posts: 32	Llama IX-A Your Pistol is a Llama IX-A. That much is true. However, there are TWO VERSIONS of this IX-A. One (I own) is pure blowback....the barrel is fixed and it has no locking lugs. The other, younger version has a swinging link and the barrel locks and unlocks just like a 1911. Both are listed as IX-A. So, check your gun. Llamas can be and are confusing.

October 16, 2005, 07:07 AM	#9
Magyar Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 2005 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,581	Check your date code located left side of trigger vanguard. A letter or a letter/number combination, such as V2 or B7, etc. Using doncameron's thread, you can determine exactly what you have. If the code isn't listed, post it since it might be after 1980. My reference goes to the year, 2000. It does look like a Model 9A, prior to 1977. Hey 18DAI, let me know when you want to be relieved of yours...Love My LLAMA! __________________ *"Gun companies and gun magazines have long had relationships beyond cozy" C.J. Chivers, author "THE GUN"*

October 16, 2005, 09:21 AM	#10
strange246 Senior Member Join Date: December 31, 2001 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 181	Thanks guys, Lazarus40 it has the swinging link, now that we know what it is I just have to figure out why it's jamming when feeding a round, tried about 5 different mags, it seems like the barrel link has way too much play in it... __________________ "Faster, faster, until the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death..." Dr. Hunter S. Thompson https://home.comcast.net/~72demon/

October 13, 2005, 09:27 PM	#4
Mike40-11 Senior Member Join Date: January 8, 2005 Location: Missouri Posts: 842	Depends on what parts you need. If you're looking for the common stuff like firing pin, springs, bushing, etc they are compatable with the aftermarket 1911 stuff.

October 14, 2005, 03:59 AM	#5
Sir William Senior Member Join Date: October 13, 2004 Posts: 3,261	I have one. They really are nice. Colt and Llama were linked up for awhile. Astra even had their 25 ACP made for Colt and sold as the Junior. The Llama is a ribbed target model. Parts are extremely hit and miss. The pistol is worth about $150.00. Is it worth gunsmith fitted parts and labour?

October 14, 2005, 07:28 PM	#6
18DAI Senior Member Join Date: September 30, 2005 Location: NC Posts: 2,156	Your Pistol is a Llama IX-A. I had to dig mine out of the safe to check the box. First auto loader I ever bought myself back in 1986. Mines like new in the box. Havent shot one of those in years. Enjoy yours! Regards 18DAI.

October 14, 2005, 09:40 PM	#7
doncameron Senior Member Join Date: September 25, 2005 Location: Upstate S.C. Posts: 144	http://www.9mmlargo.com/year_codes.htm this is the most up to date codes I can find.

October 16, 2005, 10:04 PM	#11
18DAI Senior Member Join Date: September 30, 2005 Location: NC Posts: 2,156	Magyar - Email me I'm looking for a 5903 or 5904. Strange246 - Mine jammed frequently the first 100 rounds or so. I switched mag springs and the problem went away , although she was never 100% reliable with anything except ball ammo, and my gunsmith refused to do any work on it , said if he did anything to it he'd already exceed the cost of the pistol. I enjoyed it anyway ,hope you enjoy yours!.Regards 18DAI.

October 16, 2005, 10:32 PM	#12
omegapd Senior Member Join Date: December 9, 2004 Location: GA Posts: 670	Boy, I sure love these threads on the old Llamas. Mine is reliable and fun to shoot. Thanks for posting the date codes, I'll have to check mine out tonight. It's a commander size in .38 Super... __________________ John 15:12-13 This is my command: love another as I have loved you. No one has greater love than this, that someone would lay down his life for his friends.