do i really want a 1911? - Page 4

rdan · August 16, 2009, 03:52 AM

I had the same question about a year ago.
Then I bought a Dan Wesson CBOB,NIB for about 800$.
I own "several" other good reliable pistols but this one has gotten under my skin.
It's been as close to perfect out of the box.
A slight sight adjustment was all it needed.
Fit and finish are just unbelievable, reliability has been 100% and I've never shot better or more controlled groups.
The only negative is you have to dress around it for concealment due to it's weight.
If I could only have one gun I'd keep this one.

nunnya

MDB · August 16, 2009, 02:45 PM

Back to post #67. Way to go Max. I bet you are a happy camper now. I know how you feel. I have been shooting since the late 50's and never bought a 1911. I finally broke down and bought one a while back. It was a nickle RIA and I like it. Good luck Max and have fun with your new "1911". Just keep a shootin'

Dr Raoul Duke · August 16, 2009, 04:20 PM

I like the 1911A1 .45 ACP. I've been owning and shooting them since introduced to the old pistol in the Navy. The 1911A1 .45 ACP is reliable, durable and a proven fight stopper. If you have the inclination, give one a try; I don't think you will be dissatisfied.

Dr. Raoul Duke
Gonzo Forever

max it · August 27, 2009, 07:57 PM

Guys,

What have I been doubting?

Colt National Match Gold Cup Serie 80 - with the disconnect disconbooberated (cleanly, and in my tool box to boot). So it behaves like a series 70.
Shoots like a tack driver.

Much obliged to all for the encouragment,

Max

DasFriek · August 27, 2009, 09:24 PM

Glad ya joined the club!
I can think of no other pistol ive shot that feels as good as my 1911,and mine isnt even a high end or custom.

goose13 · August 27, 2009, 09:54 PM

ever since I first shot a 1911 i've wanted one. Well actually before then, the first time I learned about 1911's when I was younger watching some old war show or something on the history channel I've wanted one. Finally shooting one a couple of years ago just made me want it even more. Well I have been puttin it off because money has been tight latley, but I found a deal at a local range I couldn't pass up:

A brand new Kimber Pro carry II with a 4" barrel for $800, brand new. So I put the minimum $100 deposit on it and now I have 90 days to fully pay it off which I'd rather accomplish sooner than later but we'll see how it goes, waiting tables for a job isn't always reliable so...... Since I already own a gun for carry my M&P 9c I'm not in too big of a hurry to pay it off, but i can't wait until I can and take it out of the store.

August 27, 2009, 07:57 PM	#79
max it Senior Member Join Date: June 15, 2008 Location: near Disneyland Posts: 283	i got it Guys, What have I been doubting? Colt National Match Gold Cup Serie 80 - with the disconnect disconbooberated (cleanly, and in my tool box to boot). So it behaves like a series 70. Shoots like a tack driver. Much obliged to all for the encouragment, Max

August 16, 2009, 03:52 AM	#76
rdan Member Join Date: October 12, 2001 Location: North Carolina Posts: 44	I had the same question about a year ago. Then I bought a Dan Wesson CBOB,NIB for about 800$. I own "several" other good reliable pistols but this one has gotten under my skin. It's been as close to perfect out of the box. A slight sight adjustment was all it needed. Fit and finish are just unbelievable, reliability has been 100% and I've never shot better or more controlled groups. The only negative is you have to dress around it for concealment due to it's weight. If I could only have one gun I'd keep this one. nunnya

August 16, 2009, 02:45 PM	#77
MDB Senior Member Join Date: January 3, 2002 Posts: 154	Back to post #67. Way to go Max. I bet you are a happy camper now. I know how you feel. I have been shooting since the late 50's and never bought a 1911. I finally broke down and bought one a while back. It was a nickle RIA and I like it. Good luck Max and have fun with your new "1911". Just keep a shootin'

August 16, 2009, 04:20 PM	#78
Dr Raoul Duke Junior member Join Date: August 8, 2009 Location: On the Left Coast of North America Posts: 104	I like the 1911A1 .45 ACP. I've been owning and shooting them since introduced to the old pistol in the Navy. The 1911A1 .45 ACP is reliable, durable and a proven fight stopper. If you have the inclination, give one a try; I don't think you will be dissatisfied. Dr. Raoul Duke Gonzo Forever

August 27, 2009, 09:24 PM	#80
DasFriek Junior member Join Date: May 21, 2009 Posts: 891	Glad ya joined the club! I can think of no other pistol ive shot that feels as good as my 1911,and mine isnt even a high end or custom.

August 27, 2009, 09:54 PM	#81
goose13 Senior Member Join Date: April 23, 2009 Location: metro detroit michigan Posts: 145	ever since I first shot a 1911 i've wanted one. Well actually before then, the first time I learned about 1911's when I was younger watching some old war show or something on the history channel I've wanted one. Finally shooting one a couple of years ago just made me want it even more. Well I have been puttin it off because money has been tight latley, but I found a deal at a local range I couldn't pass up: A brand new Kimber Pro carry II with a 4" barrel for $800, brand new. So I put the minimum $100 deposit on it and now I have 90 days to fully pay it off which I'd rather accomplish sooner than later but we'll see how it goes, waiting tables for a job isn't always reliable so...... Since I already own a gun for carry my M&P 9c I'm not in too big of a hurry to pay it off, but i can't wait until I can and take it out of the store.