Want a new 1911 for around $1000.

stokesj19 · March 20, 2011, 10:50 PM

I have always wanted one, and think it is about time to add one to the collection. I do not want anything from springfield lower than the range officer. I am open to all brands, but would prefer it not have an external extractor. I really like the sigs, but the external extractor is ugly. Just want some of your opinions. O yeah 45acp pref. but will consider 9mm. Please don't thrown in other styles of guns. IE BHP, CZ75 etc.

38 Super Fan · March 20, 2011, 11:01 PM

The STI Trojan is about as good as you can get for $1000 IMO.

Davey · March 20, 2011, 11:13 PM

I know the Springfield Operators are around $1100 at my local shop. I think they are gorgeous.

jdc1244 · March 20, 2011, 11:21 PM

I can highly recommend my S70 reissue.

zombieslayer · March 20, 2011, 11:22 PM

Well- for "around" a thousand you can get a Dan Wesson Heritage or Guardian, if you shop around. I've looked at them and the quality is superb. And they have fantastic triggers and lots of good Ed Brown parts

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Auto426 · March 20, 2011, 11:38 PM

Any particular purpose for the gun? Home defense, concealed carry, range use?

My preference in the sub-$1000 area is with Colt. The original and still one of the best, with less MIM than other manufacturers and abetter resale value. Just about everything but their Gold Cup's and Special Combat Governments are under a $1000, and they have models that cover just about everything from classic, to modern, to tactical.

thinktwice · March 20, 2011, 11:56 PM

Kimber has many nice pistols in your price range. One you might consider is the "Eclipse". You can get one in the 3" 4" or 5" models. They have a little more weight to them due to the all stainless slide and frame. I have an Eclipse Pro (4") that's been 100%, and I think they are the best looking 1911's Kimber makes. If you want something lighter they also make many different models with alloy frames.

michael t · March 20, 2011, 11:57 PM

COLT

**Aguila Blanca** · March 20, 2011, 11:59 PM

$1000 should get you any Colt 1991, XSE or Series 70 pistol of your choice. If you can find one, it'll also get you a WW1 replica -- MSRP $999.

Rugerismisticness · March 21, 2011, 05:31 AM

It will get a Para P14.45 Limited.

jeepster11 · March 21, 2011, 05:31 AM

Springfield opperators or champion models. I think there are many good manufacturers of 1911s for that price like springfield kimber colt smiith. Sti but what is it you are looking for? The best thing. For you to do is shop around see which one feels the best in your hands and what will. Serve your purpose best. For a great warranty I would go springfield just my .02

Rinspeed · March 21, 2011, 06:29 AM

STI Trojan or save another $100-200 and look for a used Valor or TRP.

pilpens · March 21, 2011, 06:35 AM

1911 9mm: Kimber Target II, STI Trojan, STI Spartan.
Kimber Target II - have been very happy with mine. Accurate. Easy DIY tuning of the extractor fixed out-of-the-box FTEs.
STI Trojan - still new to me but so far has been as accurate as the Kimber and have been reliable with no function issues. Chainlink front strap felt sharp at first but when shooting, it is not very noticeable. I think checkering would feel better than chainlink.
STI spartan -- don't have one but seems to be worth considering at approx $600.
.45 or 9mm --- I would pick 9mm because of cost and recoil but i am thinking more target/range shooting than defensive uses for the pistol.

Also, on my STI Trojan, small part of the thumb safety hole on the frame shows when the safety is engaged. I was told that this is normal. I have since search for images on the net and have found many to be the same. Just be aware.

Kreyzhorse · March 21, 2011, 06:51 AM

I prefer Springfield but in that price range you really can't go wrong with a Springfield, Colt, S&W and even Kimber.

For the money though, I'd take a look at the Springfield TRP. It's a bit more but it's a fine gun.

I'd start shopping and see what you like from each.

Oldjarhead · March 21, 2011, 07:17 AM

Colt 1991A1. I have the all stainless commander. Has shot right of the box perfectly. All types of ammo. I paid $809, a couple of years ago.

tjhands · March 21, 2011, 10:18 AM

I'd look to Smith & Wesson, STI or Springfield for supplying a good 1911 for ~$900 new.

**Spats McGee** · March 21, 2011, 10:27 AM

For "around" $1000, there's a whole lot available, depending on how flexible that "around" is, and especially if you're willing to consider used. The big question I have is what the intended use is going to be.

Rabbitt · March 21, 2011, 11:10 AM

I have been extremely pleased with my Desert Eagle 1911G. Around $700.

OJ · March 21, 2011, 11:21 AM

Colt's Government Model 45 ACPs do as good a job as any IMO - top one original made in 1970 and bottom one a "repro" made since 2002 - which I bought some seven years ago for $900 - priced them last week at $930 -

Only mods - larger sights and lower thumb safeties.

WVsig · March 21, 2011, 11:33 AM

Colt Combat Elite or Colt Govt 70 series or Colt Govt 80 series.....

If you are willing to push your budget to $1200 then look at the Dan Wesson Heritage line.

Water-Man · March 21, 2011, 11:44 AM

Springfield Loaded Full Size MC Operator.

WVsig · March 21, 2011, 11:56 AM

Oh yeah I forgot to ask... What are you using the gun for? Target only, gun games, concealed carry, home defense or a mixture of any or all of the above.

shanzlik · March 21, 2011, 12:21 PM

STI Spartan
Colt Combat Elite or other XSE series
Springfield Range Officer

bang_bang · March 21, 2011, 12:29 PM

Too bad you are against the external extractor. My Gov. sized Smith is crazy reliable and their entry level line 1911's are reasonably priced.

RickB · March 21, 2011, 12:35 PM

STI Trojan
Colt Combat Elite
Springfield TRP (or Range Officer on the other side of "about $1000")
If "collect" is important, than I'll second the suggestion of Colt Series 70, or one of the WWI 1918 replicas.

March 20, 2011, 10:50 PM	#1
stokesj19 Senior Member Join Date: March 5, 2007 Location: DALLAS Posts: 301	Want a new 1911 for around $1000. I have always wanted one, and think it is about time to add one to the collection. I do not want anything from springfield lower than the range officer. I am open to all brands, but would prefer it not have an external extractor. I really like the sigs, but the external extractor is ugly. Just want some of your opinions. O yeah 45acp pref. but will consider 9mm. Please don't thrown in other styles of guns. IE BHP, CZ75 etc. __________________ The secret is don't tell your wife the combo to your safe, and she won't know how many you actually have.

March 20, 2011, 11:22 PM	#5
zombieslayer Senior Member Join Date: September 11, 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 3,198	Well- for "around" a thousand you can get a Dan Wesson Heritage or Guardian, if you shop around. I've looked at them and the quality is superb. And they have fantastic triggers and lots of good Ed Brown parts . __________________ "An angry prophet, denouncing the hypocrisies of our time"

March 20, 2011, 11:38 PM	#6
Auto426 Senior Member Join Date: November 24, 2007 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 1,323	Any particular purpose for the gun? Home defense, concealed carry, range use? My preference in the sub-$1000 area is with Colt. The original and still one of the best, with less MIM than other manufacturers and abetter resale value. Just about everything but their Gold Cup's and Special Combat Governments are under a $1000, and they have models that cover just about everything from classic, to modern, to tactical. __________________ *"Si vis pacem, para bellum"* - If you want peace, prepare for war.

March 20, 2011, 11:57 PM	#8
michael t Senior Member Join Date: May 17, 2004 Location: Out back Ky Posts: 4,044	COLT __________________ 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

March 21, 2011, 05:31 AM	#11
jeepster11 Senior Member Join Date: July 3, 2008 Location: fairborn ohio Posts: 175	i like the Springfield opperators or champion models. I think there are many good manufacturers of 1911s for that price like springfield kimber colt smiith. Sti but what is it you are looking for? The best thing. For you to do is shop around see which one feels the best in your hands and what will. Serve your purpose best. For a great warranty I would go springfield just my .02

March 20, 2011, 11:01 PM	#2
38 Super Fan Senior Member Join Date: November 23, 2010 Posts: 137	The STI Trojan is about as good as you can get for $1000 IMO.

March 20, 2011, 11:13 PM	#3
Davey Senior Member Join Date: August 2, 2010 Location: Not far enough from Chicago Posts: 394	I know the Springfield Operators are around $1100 at my local shop. I think they are gorgeous.

March 20, 2011, 11:21 PM	#4
jdc1244 Senior Member Join Date: January 7, 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 532	I can highly recommend my S70 reissue.

March 20, 2011, 11:56 PM	#7
thinktwice Senior Member Join Date: August 22, 2007 Posts: 293	Kimber has many nice pistols in your price range. One you might consider is the "Eclipse". You can get one in the 3" 4" or 5" models. They have a little more weight to them due to the all stainless slide and frame. I have an Eclipse Pro (4") that's been 100%, and I think they are the best looking 1911's Kimber makes. If you want something lighter they also make many different models with alloy frames.

March 20, 2011, 11:59 PM	#9
Aguila Blanca Staff Join Date: September 25, 2008 Location: CONUS Posts: 18,459	$1000 should get you any Colt 1991, XSE or Series 70 pistol of your choice. If you can find one, it'll also get you a WW1 replica -- MSRP $999.

March 21, 2011, 05:31 AM	#10
Rugerismisticness Senior Member Join Date: December 22, 2010 Posts: 909	It will get a Para P14.45 Limited.

March 21, 2011, 06:29 AM	#12
Rinspeed Senior Member Join Date: February 1, 2000 Posts: 1,505	STI Trojan or save another $100-200 and look for a used Valor or TRP.

March 21, 2011, 06:35 AM	#13
pilpens Senior Member Join Date: April 24, 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,696	1911 9mm: Kimber Target II, STI Trojan, STI Spartan. Kimber Target II - have been very happy with mine. Accurate. Easy DIY tuning of the extractor fixed out-of-the-box FTEs. STI Trojan - still new to me but so far has been as accurate as the Kimber and have been reliable with no function issues. Chainlink front strap felt sharp at first but when shooting, it is not very noticeable. I think checkering would feel better than chainlink. STI spartan -- don't have one but seems to be worth considering at approx $600. .45 or 9mm --- I would pick 9mm because of cost and recoil but i am thinking more target/range shooting than defensive uses for the pistol. Also, on my STI Trojan, small part of the thumb safety hole on the frame shows when the safety is engaged. I was told that this is normal. I have since search for images on the net and have found many to be the same. Just be aware.

March 21, 2011, 06:51 AM	#14
Kreyzhorse Senior Member Join Date: April 12, 2006 Location: NKY Posts: 12,463	I prefer Springfield but in that price range you really can't go wrong with a Springfield, Colt, S&W and even Kimber. For the money though, I'd take a look at the Springfield TRP. It's a bit more but it's a fine gun. I'd start shopping and see what you like from each. __________________ "He who laughs last, laughs dead." Homer Simpson

March 21, 2011, 07:17 AM	#15
Oldjarhead Senior Member Join Date: July 4, 2008 Posts: 508	Colt 1991A1. I have the all stainless commander. Has shot right of the box perfectly. All types of ammo. I paid $809, a couple of years ago.

March 21, 2011, 10:18 AM	#16
tjhands Senior Member Join Date: January 20, 2005 Posts: 1,718	I'd look to Smith & Wesson, STI or Springfield for supplying a good 1911 for ~$900 new. __________________ "If the sole purpose of handguns is to kill people, then mine are all defective." - Uncle Ted Nugent

March 21, 2011, 10:27 AM	#17
Spats McGee Staff Join Date: July 28, 2010 Location: Arkansas Posts: 8,821	For "around" $1000, there's a whole lot available, depending on how flexible that "around" is, and especially if you're willing to consider used. The big question I have is what the intended use is going to be.

March 21, 2011, 11:10 AM	#18
Rabbitt Senior Member Join Date: January 25, 2011 Location: Nebraska Posts: 118	Magnum Researh I have been extremely pleased with my Desert Eagle 1911G. Around $700.

March 21, 2011, 11:21 AM	#19
OJ Senior Member Join Date: December 25, 1998 Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, USA Posts: 1,570	Colt's Government Model 45 ACPs do as good a job as any IMO - top one original made in 1970 and bottom one a "repro" made since 2002 - which I bought some seven years ago for $900 - priced them last week at $930 - Only mods - larger sights and lower thumb safeties. __________________ OJ - SEMPER FI - DUTY, HONOR, COUNTRY NRA ENDOWMENT LIFE MEMBER

March 21, 2011, 11:33 AM	#20
WVsig Senior Member Join Date: June 30, 2010 Location: NC Posts: 5,309	Colt Combat Elite or Colt Govt 70 series or Colt Govt 80 series..... If you are willing to push your budget to $1200 then look at the Dan Wesson Heritage line. __________________ -The right to be left alone is the most comprehensive of rights, and the right most valued by free people.-Louis Brandeis -Its a tool box... I don't care you put the tools in for the job that's all... -Sam from Ronin -It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it. -Aristotle

March 21, 2011, 11:44 AM	#21
Water-Man Senior Member Join Date: March 23, 2008 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 2,126	Springfield Loaded Full Size MC Operator.

March 21, 2011, 11:56 AM	#22
WVsig Senior Member Join Date: June 30, 2010 Location: NC Posts: 5,309	Oh yeah I forgot to ask... What are you using the gun for? Target only, gun games, concealed carry, home defense or a mixture of any or all of the above. __________________ -The right to be left alone is the most comprehensive of rights, and the right most valued by free people.-Louis Brandeis -Its a tool box... I don't care you put the tools in for the job that's all... -Sam from Ronin -It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it. -Aristotle

March 21, 2011, 12:21 PM	#23
shanzlik Senior Member Join Date: September 28, 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 547	STI Spartan Colt Combat Elite or other XSE series Springfield Range Officer __________________ TSRA Life Member, NRA Endowment Life Member, SAF Life Member My EDC - STI Shadow My blog - firearm reviews, etc.

March 21, 2011, 12:29 PM	#24
bang_bang Junior Member Join Date: March 6, 2011 Posts: 6	A vote for external Too bad you are against the external extractor. My Gov. sized Smith is crazy reliable and their entry level line 1911's are reasonably priced.

March 21, 2011, 12:35 PM	#25
RickB Senior Member Join Date: March 1, 2000 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 8,518	STI Trojan Colt Combat Elite Springfield TRP (or Range Officer on the other side of "about $1000") If "collect" is important, than I'll second the suggestion of Colt Series 70, or one of the WWI 1918 replicas.