Electricmo
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My bet is tony is shooting some sort of 1911 with a external extractor. Kimber, S&W or Sig Sauer possibly .
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Really, if you have one, great. If you don’t and aren’t having any problems, don’t worry about it.
The SA "G.I." Model, parkerized, has the vertical serrations, a more faithful replica of the original gov't model. I stupidly sold a fine specimen a few years back.The SA is fine, I just don't like the angled cocking serrations.
It was, yes. It's not produced anymore.The SA "G.I." Model, parkerized, has the vertical serrations, a more faithful replica of the original gov't model.
I wish someone made a true WWII 1911A1 clone. No lowered and beveled ejection port, correct hammer, thumb safety and grips, parked finish and itty bitty sights. Most importantly sold as a shooter piece and price.
^^^^^this^^^^That being said, as long as the pistol actually meets military specifications, then it should be good to go.
I'm OK with everything except the "itty bitty sights".
No reason to use them when you have other options that will fit in the GI dovetail, look good, and actually be usable, like 10-8 Performance NM ( https://www.10-8performance.com/1911-nm-rear-sight/ ), Harrison Retro ( https://shop.harrisoncustom.com/usgi-style-rear-sight-cut ), and others like them.
I think Auto Ordnance is about as close as you can get.
I actually like the "itty bitty sights" since my Colt tier III is basically my GI wanna be of my collection and will likely never see a combat drill and my eyesight is excellent for 54 years. I find the tiny sights pretty good for target shooting.I'm OK with everything except the "itty bitty sights".
I have read about them but have yet to see and handled one. Have you?
I fear that import of them may fall victim to the political disagreements between Turkey and United States.
To start learning about 1911s, this article is helpful:
https://www.militarytimes.com/off-d.../08/read-this-before-you-buy-your-first-1911/
Many will tell you that getting a 1911 for less than $1000 is a wast of time. Some set the bar at $2000 min. There ARE reasons for that.
"Milspec" is a misunderstood term, and the "SA Milspec" isn't.
I have a Milspec and its a good gun. I also have an RIA, that AFTER some polishing runs well. These are not necessarily serious 1911s. If I wanted ONE, it would be likely a Dan Wesson, which may be a good entry level of 'good' 1911. Can you spend less and get a reliable gun? Yes. So, I would read, research, then decide.
My 1911’s have been moded better sights, triggers, etc.
Unfortunately their quality is a issue.
I have read about them but have yet to see and handled one. Have you?
I fear that import of them may fall victim to the political disagreements between Turkey and United States.