Taurus Firearm Forum banner

I think im addicted

3K views 30 replies 16 participants last post by  JimmyA 
#1 ·
Went to the local gun store today to just look around.. Saw a Springfield 1911A1 in the rental case in 9mm so decided to try it out.. Here's the target after 10 rounds.. Im definitely thinking about getting one..
 

Attachments

See less See more
1
#3 ·
1911's are a great addition to anyone's collection. It's design and performance are excellent. Happy shopping!
 
#6 · (Edited)
Rock Island 1911 9mm for $410


https://www.budsgunshop.com/product...rd+fs+single+9mm+5+10+1+wood+grip+black+parke

https://www.budsgunshop.com/product...gi+fx9+single+9mm+425+9+1+mahogany+grip+black

https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/95029/citadel+cit9mmcsp+1911+9mm+35+black


https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/415004578/rock+island+armory+armory+1911+9mm+cs+tac+flat+dark+earth+8%2b1









https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/415004578/rock+island+armory+armory+1911+9mm+cs+tac+flat+dark+earth+8%2b1

 
#11 ·
Thanks for the help.. Will definitely have to look at the 5 inch once i get the money.. Have heard good and bad about these but I also know most 1911's can be finicky at best.. Just don't wanna drop the 600-800 bucks for a springfield or sig when its gonna be a 90% range gun anyway with occasional carry duty.
 
#7 ·
I'd like to get some of those targets too...:unsure:...the holes are never that close to the bullseye in the ones I'm usin' now. :sad:...musta' got some out of a bad run.
 
#8 ·
Went to the local gun store today to just look around.. Saw a Springfield 1911A1 in the rental case in 9mm so decided to try it out.. Here's the target after 10 rounds.. Im definitely thinking about getting one..

I'd like to get some of those targets too...
...the holes are never that close to the bullseye in the ones I'm usin' now.
...musta' got some out of a bad run.
Im just gonna call it dumb luck honestly.. Have been havin a hard time finding a pistol that i can shoot well but i think the 1911 might just be the ticket.. Best group ive had with a pistol in a while but im just now gettin back into shooting some.
 
#9 ·
^^^^^
Thats why guns are such a great hobby - keep buying them and you will get some you can shoot well but all of 'em will shoot.
 
#14 ·
If they took that gun out of rental and put it on the used gun shelf for sale and you walked in and saw it you wouldn't even worry about how many rounds were through it. You would check it out if it felt good and tight and had a good price you would buy it.

Unlike what some people believe a good quality handgun does not just wear out quickly or even slowly over time. Just the fact that the gun felt good to you when you shot it and grouped as tight as it does I don't believe it's worn out. I also don't believe that you will shoot it enough to wear it out in your time shooting it.

If you can get it for a good price that fits your budget and you want it do not be afraid of it. Springfield is a good company that makes a good gun and even if something does break I'm sure they have parts you can buy to fix it.

Don't let a worry about something that is highly unlikely cheat you out of enjoying a very nice gun.

Don
 
#28 ·
This may have marked the first time in history that the ammo round was developed first; then ole John built the 1911 to shoot it.
 
#29 ·
Not sure of the dates but--I believe that old John did the same with the 380 acp as well?
it was designed as I understand it as a 80% variation of the 45 acp and to fit an 80% variation of the 1911 pistol?
seems introduction/development of the 38 ACP was about 1908-09 or so ifn I remember right?
 
#30 · (Edited)
I think that both the 32 caliber ACP and the 380 caliber ACP were designed by Browning For other guns. I have never seen anything that says they were developed to be 80% of the 45 and the 1911.

The main reason for the 2 different calibers is that they are both weak enough that they can be fired in a straight blow back design firearm with no locking barrel. The 380 head spaces on the case mouth but the 32 head space is on the rim. Interesting side note, more firearms have been built for the 32 ACP then any other center fire cartridge in the world.

The 32 caliber ACP was designed for FN to use in their M 1900 pistols. The 380 was originally manufactured for Colt model 1908 pistols.

Don
 
  • Like
Reactions: JimmyA
This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Please consider creating a new thread.
Top