The Ubiquitous 1911- Got Any?

[Pathfinder45]

With so many 1911 type pistol variants out there, clearly it's a popular gun. From made in USA to various imports; and expensive to not-so-much, it seems that there's at least one for just about everybody. Let's consider a simple poll and you can be anonymous if you want:

[Reloadron]

OK, so start the poll.

The Ubiquitous 1911- Got Any? Yes, I have several and while I won't use the word "collect" since they all get fired I lean towards the Colt Series 70 guns including several Gold Cup versions and at least one 38 Super. Been looking for a like new 9mm flavor to round things out. All in all I have about a dozen and actually waiting to see if another comes available in 45 ACP and what the price will be.

However, as I mentioned in the other thread, the 1911 gun is one of those love it or hate it guns. While I don't exactly love the 1911 Government I do have a fondness for the Colt guns with a focus on the Series 70 ones.



Ron

[Pathfinder45]

Thanks, Ron. You beat me to the draw. Since you're such a fast-draw, you may as well go first.

[Reloadron]

Man, I just saw that Remington Rand. My sister has a sweet take home by her husband's uncle from the Marines WW II but I don't know the manufacturer. Right now the closest I get is I have a barrel for one. Marked HS (High Standard) which were used on Remington Rand, Ithaca and US&S guns. All I need is the rest of the gun.

Ron

[jr24]

I have six currently, but will be down to five when I trade off an Ultra carry I dont care for.

I would like a couple more, a longslide 10mm for hunting and a bobbed, commander, in .38 Super.

[polyphemus]

ok,my pride and joy is a 1943 M1911 A1 Remington Rand in perfect military condition.
Besides that,a handful of other 1911's in .45 Auto. which I take great pleasure to own and discharge.

[krunchnik]

I have a couple more than I need-but not more than I want

[mk70ss]

Colt Custom Shop Combat Elite, Wilson 1911, and a Springfield Armory Range Officer

[Reloadron]

I have a couple more than I need-but not more than I want

I like that, have to remember to put it that way.

Ron

[chaim]

I have two, had another, and will have more.

My first was a full sized Charles Daly. I put around 10K rounds through it before trading on something else. I should have kept it.

A little before trading the Charles Daly, I bought a 1st gen S&W 1911SC. Size and weight roughly of a Lightweight Commander. Love it, though it no longer gets carried much and is mostly a range gun.

I also have an Officers sized 1911, a Rock Island Rock Compact. It is one of my most carried guns now when I am in a state where I can carry.

I will get another 1911, or 1911 based gun soon. Not sure which. A Springfield Armory EMP has been on my list since they came out, but they are a bit expensive for me. A SA Loaded or Range Officer Compact would be nice. A real Colt would be nice (Defender or full size). A 10mm would be nice (probably RIA or Colt). If I go full sized I may go with a Kimber. They don't have the quality they used to, but they may still be the prettiest 1911s in their general price range, and if a range only gun isn't 100% reliable it isn't the end of the world.

[Spats McGee]

I have only one, sadly. It started life as a Springfield Armory GI model, but I had a gunsmith install a few new parts. If I get any fun money soon, I'll have to consider adding another to the stable.

[Targa]

I only have one but might add a 10mm.

[Geezerbiker]

I've always planned to get more but there are so many guns on my want list. Perhaps I'll get a second one in the coming year...

Tony

[Tactical Jackalope]

I have only one, sadly. It started life as a Springfield Armory GI model, but I had a gunsmith install a few new parts. If I get any fun money soon, I'll have to consider adding another to the stable.

Hand on Bible, I miss the Smith and Wesson Commanders that I had. I might be an anus and get another. But I really don't need it.

When I'm comfy with money again, I might. Then again.....That whole hurricane thing. -_-

[highpower3006]

I currently have an even bakers dozen of them dating from 1914 through to 2013 from four different countries. I guess you could call me something of a fanboy.

[Gary Gill]

I have two Springfield Armory Mil Spec pistols. One is for every day carry and the other is a spare.

[Doyle]

I guess I'm one of the few that doesn't own one. I may never own one. I carried a 1911 during my Navy days and just never fell in love with it. Granted, if I ever came across a genuine military issue 1911 for a bargain price I wouldn't turn it down.

[COSteve]

I also have 2 Springfields I purchased NIB in 2011 for the 100 year anniversary; a 'NM' Mil-Spec and a 'NM' Range Officer. Both are reliable to a fault, will eat anything, and more accurate than I am.

[CDW4ME]

My 10mm 1911's
From left: Ruger, Ruger, Kimber, Colt


I also have 45 acp versions.

[mgulino]

I have a Kimber in 45ACP.

[curiousg]

I have four now, have owned several others but will probably be reducing the number again soon. I just don't use them anymore.

[brasscollector]

couple of Springer 45s and a RI in 9mm.

[Red-5]

Let’s see. Springfield Loaded, Springfield RO, Springfield EMP 4, Wilson EDC-X9 (although some people do not consider it a 1911), Fusion 5” .45, Fusion 5” 9mm, STI 10mm, DW Guardian 38S.

[Hammerhead]

Just ordered one, a Kimber stainless target 2 in 9mm. Guess that makes it a 1911-ish. That's OK, just wanted a soft shooting range gun with a 1911 trigger. Gotta love that 1911 trigger.

[KyJim]

Mea culpa --- more 1911s than fingers and toes.