Who makes the "best" inexpensive 1911?

[greasegrenade]

Who makes the "best" inexpensive 1911? Like less that $500.00
I'm in the market for a cheap carry.

[Skwerly]

well, you are going to get a lot of this, but if you are going to carry a gun and have $400 to spend, why not save up and spend $600? as with anything else, you get what you pay for.

[CrackShot!]

I would try to find a used Springfield...
But really there aren't any off the shelf 1911's I'd want in that price range.

Best of luck!

[greasegrenade]

I am looking for a "truck " type gun.You know just a pistol I could throw under the seat.Something I wouldn't feel bad if it got scratched or dirty.

[Dino2.0]

RIA

I don't own one, but I've read good reviews.

[stillwater]

Originally Posted by greasegrenade

I am looking for a "truck " type gun.You know just a pistol I could throw under the seat.Something I wouldn't feel bad if it got scratched or dirty.

I'd get something else. 1911's don't run too well after laying in the bottom of a metal tool box or under a truck seat for a couple years...

[kyletx1911]

Originally Posted by stillwater

I'd get something else. 1911's don't run too well after laying in the bottom of a metal tool box or under a truck seat for a couple years...

Bad man thats just bad

[Kodadek]

Originally Posted by stillwater

I'd get something else. 1911's don't run too well after laying in the bottom of a metal tool box or under a truck seat for a couple years...

Hell, since all firearms including Glocks have metal parts it's not good for any firearm to live in a truck, trunk, basement stairwell, etc...etc...I have thought about getting another RIA Tactical to keep under the seat of my truck but it would come inside with my along with my carry gun each and every night...but I won't ever since it would run the risk of being stolen. Some might say that so long as it's a cheaper gun it won't matter but I'd feel just as responsible if it was a 3K Wilson or if it was a used Gen I or II Glock that I scored at a gunshow if it wound up in the wrong hands.

[1903]

Originally Posted by stillwater

I'd get something else. 1911's don't run too well after laying in the bottom of a metal tool box or under a truck seat for a couple years...

ouch man. just ouch.

[Onegoodshot]

Originally Posted by 1903

ouch man. just ouch.

Damn Man! I'd be ashamed to post that pic... pains me to say it... but you oughtta get yer self a glock.

Man lets his Colt end up like that... GO GET YER OIL CHANGED!!

[Christo]

Originally Posted by stillwater

I'd get something else. 1911's don't run too well after laying in the bottom of a metal tool box or under a truck seat for a couple years...

I would buy that pistol in a second.
A little cleaning, a new set of springs and some grips. Good to go.
It say's Colt on the side.

[iGun]

Agree with Crackshot. Used Springer.

[Kodadek]

An RIA would be fine, just remember "Truck" guns depending on where you live can rust pretty damn quick when you just throw them under the seat or in the glovebox.

Stick with a FS Rock, they have very few issues compared to the smaller offerings (which are the ones you really hear about folks having problems with) and you can often find GI and Tactical models sub-500. www.centerfiresystems.com Here's a great place to find them, some of the best prices on the web.

[I love1911's]

Put away some $ to get decent magazines for whatever you buy. Many times that is the weak link in our bottom feeders. Wilson, Tripp, and McCormick all have their adherents and you will get many informed opinions. Let us know what you get.

[Kodadek]

Originally Posted by I love1911's

Put away some $ to get decent magazines for whatever you buy. Many times that is the weak link in our bottom feeders. Wilson, Tripp, and McCormick all have their adherents and you will get many informed opinions. Let us know what you get.

+1, I'm a CMC Power Mag fan, started buying them for 22 bucks from a guy at a gunshow who got a ton on the cheap and I've just never been inclined to branch out. A quality magazine is in my opinion the most critical outside component to a smooth running 1911.

[Hicompression]

Originally Posted by greasegrenade

Who makes the "best" inexpensive 1911? Like less that $500.00
I'm in the market for a cheap carry.

To answer your question directly (new pistol) in order of quality:

#1 = Rock Island Armory (Phillipines Manufacture)
#2 = IAC (Turkey Manufacture)
#3 = ATI (Phillipines Manufacture)

[The FloridaCracker]

Originally Posted by Hicompression

To answer your question directly (new pistol) in order of quality:

#1 = Rock Island Armory (Phillipines Manufacture)
#2 = IAC (Turkey Manufacture)
#3 = ATI (Phillipines Manufacture)

I have the IAC Regent R100, it's been rock solid after 1500 rounds.

[csjag]

+1 on the RIA's. Best bargain on the planet for a good, solid 1911.

[bs1911]

If you are set at $500 or under I would go with a Rock Island.

If you decide to up your spend a bit more to $800 it is a whole different world with both new and quality used guns.

[phatkat]

I just saw a Colt 1991 combat commander go for $500... I cried cuz I'm broke. Just keep your eyes peeled and you'll find a good deal. If your not stuck on a 1911, cz duty 7 is awesome $430 gun. think glock 19 with a safety

[snowninja]

Taurus. I don't care what anyone says, I'll put mine up against any others any day. Bought mine at a flat $500.

[kyletx1911]

I own 3 rocks total $ 1300.00!they run and run, you get
The picture( thats my vote)

[greasegrenade]

So its looking like a RIA.I was leaning towards a Turkish, but I think I will go RIA.

[Whitebrad25]

My RIA is in transit to my FFL now. I think they offer great entry level 1911's and with the price of .45, if you aren't reloading (I am not yet) it is expensive enough! (For how often I shoot).

If these funds are determined for a 1911 only, I assume it is, that is what I would/did go with. I would also recommend either the Walther PPS or PPQ to anyone because they are less than $500 and offer very great quality for the money.

[cz223]

I have had minor problems with each but they both run well now. My Compact tactical had a broken slide stop but that was it. It eats everything except some of my handloads. I also a tactical in 9mm that I bought for IDPA and it hates hollow points but runs well with ball. I wouldn't carry the 9mm but I would carry the comp-tac.

TAURUS I am with Snowninja on this. I have two and I have not had a problem with either. They eat everything and shoot better than my 5 Kimbers and the other 1911's I have and have had.