1st 1911 purchase

[Sniper23]

As of right now, I'm leaning toward the AC just due to the fact that I could carry it if I wanted to. However, I like both pistols so I look forward to seeing what everyone posts. I'll be sure to post a picture this evening with the pistol I bring home.

[Sniper23]

I am an official 1911 owner!

I will post pictures as soon as I'm home. Let's just say everyone will be surprised.

[Guest NashvegasMatt]

I am an official 1911 owner!

I will post pictures as soon as I'm home. Let's just say everyone will be surprised.

oh boy... its gonna be a kimber.

[Sniper23]

Here it is at last!!!

Sorry for the bad pics.

[DMark]

.... I feel they made a bone headed move by changing the design....

Tim,

I heard there was something different about the R1s.

What did Remington do?

Thanks,

[DMark]

.... Here it is at last!!!

A SIG!!!!!!!!!

Well DONE Sniper23!

OK, this will shock some folks on the forum being that I'm sort of know as a Old School Colt guy.

But JMHO...., The current Sig is the best value for the money 1911 out there right now.

Yes I have one (TACOPS), and Yes they are very accurate!

Edited July 25, 2012 by DMark

[timcalhoun]

Tim,

I heard there was something different about the R1s.

What did Remington do?

Thanks,

They changed the vertical impact surface. Here is a pic that shows the cut (Ken Mays Pic). This will put way more stress on the lower barrel lugs.

[Sniper23]

Thank you DMark! I went there intent on one of the others. However, when I saw this Sig for the price I knew it was coming home with me.

[timcalhoun]

Congrats on the SIG Sniper23!!!

[chances R]

I have a R1 and have shot at least 3000 rds through it. Great gun, especially for the price. I have had only 1 FTF with RN. Two 4 day classes @ 600 rds each with only that one issue. It is my go to gun for things that go bump in the night. BUT, great choice on the Sig. I bought one recently and it is sweet. Several hundred rounds through it and the accurracy is fantanstic. For the money the Sig is the best value out there IMO.....

[JPR1959]

Very nice

[bholman]

Very nice. I'm glad I found this thread because I am also looking for a 1911.

[Sniper23]

I handled everything from Citadel & Metro Arms, all the way up to many Springfields, Colts, S&W's and Kimbers. After it was all said and done, I felt this Sig was "the most gun for the money". I am pleased with it as my first 1911 and even more so pleased because it was within my self allotted budget.

[DMark]

..... I handled everything from Citadel & Metro Arms, all the way up to many Springfields, Colts, S&W's and Kimbers.....

Colts? COLTS? Did you mention - - - COLTS!!!!!!!!

Where are these Colts that you speak of?

Were any in .38 Super?

Edited July 26, 2012 by DMark

[Guest Aces&8s]

Congrats on the Sig! That is one fine looking pistol you got there.

[Sniper23]

DMark- There were 2 Colts at Kings Firearms in Columbia. They were both in .45

[Sniper23]

As of yesterday, Kings had 1911's from Citadel, Metro Arms, Remington R1, Remington R1 Enhanced, 2 Colts, several Springfields, a S&W, Sig, and many Kimbers. I've bought a few guns from there. They always treat me right and I'm happy to support my local gun store.

Edited July 26, 2012 by Sniper23

[DMark]

Sniper23,

Haven't been to Kings in a while. Might have to check them out.

Thanks,

[DevJames]

what's that funny looking thing behind the ejection port on the Sig?

[willis68]

Here it is at last!!!

Sorry for the bad pics.

Nice looking 1911, that is the only Sig 1911 that I really like Congrats!