Another help me decide on a 1911 question

[tn_smith_fan]

I'm wanting a 1911 in a bad way. Local I can go with a Rock island 1911 for $399 or a Springfield 1911 for $519. Does that springfield have $120 more in value?Thanks

[nolo]

I've heard that Rock Island makes a good 1911. I know Springfield does. I would go with the Springfield depending on what type it is.

[poak]

I'm wanting a 1911 in a bad way. Local I can go with a Rock island 1911 for $399 or a Springfield 1911 for $519. Does that springfield have $120 more in value?Thanks

Is the Springer new or used? Stainless or park'd?

[tn_smith_fan]

both are bare-bones, parkerized, 5in

[Guest Grout]

Rock Island is good,may need to change the extractor.Springer is better and more resale value if you decide to get rid of it.

[Kano]

http://media.stiguns.com/USPress/CombatHandguns/Dec2008/CombatHandgunsDec08_STISpartan.pdf

STI Spartan... in that price range they are a decent 1911....

[MudBugjr]

My RIA shoots awesome. If it was me and price is all that mattered I would go with the RIA and spend the other 120$ on ammo and holster. Either way is a win win in my book. Is the RIA standard or the tactical?

[tn_smith_fan]

both are new in box and standard models.

[Kano]

Rock Island Armory M1911A1

Rock Island Armory M1911A1

[Guest JHatmaker]

You can't go wrong with either. Welcome to your first of many, many 1911's (once you get it)

It's a disease I don't mind having

[Guest TJones8611]

I just purchased a SA 1911 stainless a few months ago, my first 1911 and have fallen in love with it. No problems or complaints on my end.

[TripleDigitRide]

Personally, I'd go with the Springfield.

[poak]

Doesn't Para-Ordnance have a pretty good low-buck 1911 out now?

[Kano]

Doesn't Para-Ordnance have a pretty good low-buck 1911 out now?

Para-Ordnance

GI Expert

MSRP: $599.00

[pincher]

I just got the RIA GI, and would recommend it to anybody, But with that being said The reason I chose the RIA is because I couldnt find a springer that wasnt way over priced.

[poak]

Para-Ordnance

GI Expert

MSRP: $599.00

I'd like to here someone's impression on these.

[Kano]

I'd like to here someone's impression on these.

Para GI Expert 1911 | The Firearm Blog

The M1911 Pistols Organization Forums Site - Sneak peek at Para Ordnance GI Expert

Are You OnPoint? Review: Para Ordnance Expert GI45 1911

Para GI Expert 45 - 1911Forum

Review: Para Ordnance Expert GI45 1911 - TheHighRoad.US

1911 Owners Forum - Para USA GI Expert & Range Report

[poak]

Thanks Kano, great links!

I'm liking the Para a lot! Huge plus for it being US manufactured.

Now if only they would release it in stainless... I generally prefer black guns, but for a 1911, I just NEED it to be stainless.

[Kano]

You are very welcome...

[lowbud]

It's hard to get any 1911 for under 500. I'm in the market too for one. Just not willing to give over 400.

[Guest mikedwood]

I got a used Springfield 1911 today. I had one before and sold it to consolidate ammo.

I suppose I had regrets cause I jumped on this one. It's the twin of the other one I had except this one has a case.

[tn_smith_fan]

I did it.