Ruger or 1911?

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Go with the 1911..


Better trigger
Parts are everywhere
Thinner, easyer to carry
Longer barrel
Feels alot more solid in the hand
More accurate

The reason I would get a Ruger is if I wanted a DA/SA and I don't.
 
I like both the Rugers and 1911s but when I bought a gun for concealed carry, I opted for the P97. And yes, my gun was one of the ones with the slide stop backing out issue. A call to Ruger and they sent me a new slide stop, camblock and recoil spring. An easy fix and it works every time now and has for a number of thousands of rds. It's a bit thicker than a 1911 but accurate and at 31 ounces it's fairly lightweight and conceals very well. Pick what seems to suit you best but this one works for me.

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WOW never been involved in a case of "thread necromancy" before!! :D

seriously guys it's cool that over 4 years after i started this thread, i can still wind up getting advice on this. and i appreciate the advice (any info/experiences regarding guns = good info).
but in the time since i last looked at this thread, My wife and I have bought three different pistols.

SA 1911A1 "GI Mil-spec" which was bought first and after 2 years stupidly traded toward a rifle i thought i wanted. a replacement (with better sights, possibly an STI Trojan) is the next pistol purchase I plan to make.

Bersa Thunder for my wife, turned out to not be a good match, layed around the gunsafe for 3 years, and lead to pistol number 3

SA XD9 Service, bought about 2 months ago and still being broken in, but she seems happy with it.

now i just need to get hold of another 1911:D
 
I am as big a fan of the Ruger P90 that you will ever run across, but even I will admit that it might be a little big for your wifes paws. In terms of reliability, I don't think you would really be losing anything with either gun. In my experience, my P90 has been as reliable as I could expect any gun to be, and my Taurus PT1911 has been the same. Accuracy-wise, I have to give the edge to my 1911. I think that is largely because of the sights on my Taurus, but I have to concede that I am more accurate with it. That isn't to say that my P90 is not accurate, it's just not as good as my Taurus.
 
I have no experience with the P-97, but do own a P-90 and owned a 1911. I bought my P-90T brand new last March for $325 and it is an amazing gun. Reliable as all get out. Probably would feed rocks if I would load them in the magazine. Accuracy is phenominal (sp?). The most accurate DA/SA I have ever shot. At 20 yds. I managed a 1/2" group fired offhand at a moderate pace, using Triton 230gr HiVel jhp's. IMO the gunn looks bigger than it is. I carry mine concealed in IWB holster. Not bashing the 1911, but they can be a finicky lot, and I may own one again. But am also considerring the P-97 as a second 45acp to have. If you do get a 1911 I would stick with Colt and Springfield, and that comes from many knowledgable people, both gunsmiths and shooters.
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These are my own words from 4 years ago. Chronologically, The P-90 I had replaced a Charles Daly 1911. The Ruger P90 then went towards a Colt 1991A1, then added a second Colt. One was sold the other traded. Inplace I had a Sig P228 and Ruger P97, both of which were traded. now I am back to a 1911 only this time in the Springfield Mil-Spec flavor. I need to just learn to keep my 1911. Lord knows why I do foolish things like trade them away, only to pick one up later, and realize how great they feel in the hand.:banghead:
 
I love Ruger's and 1911A1 designs. I have never had that particular Ruger but have shot a P345 (single stack)and it felt great and was accurate with everything it digested. If I was looking for another .45ACP (and I am) it will be a 1911A1....I love it's feel and it's distinguished history.
 
I chose a P-97 for home defense. It leaves a bit to be desired as to ergonomics, but it's impressively reliable and quite accurate. I wish I had gone with the P-90 instead, as the Ruger polymer framed P guns don't fit me well. Still, I have no negatives about the gun as far as shootability and reliability go.
 
I chose a P-97 for home defense. It leaves a bit to be desired as to ergonomics, but it's impressively reliable and quite accurate. I wish I had gone with the P-90 instead, as the Ruger polymer framed P guns don't fit me well. Still, I have no negatives about the gun as far as shootability and reliability go.
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The only gripe I had about the P-97, was that the polymer was slick. Hand gets a little sweaty and it became slippery.
 
I put a Hogue Hand-All on my P-97 for that very reason. It's a big help. I generally don't like polymer frames for a number of reasons. The biggest reason is that you're pretty much stuck with the grips whether you like them or not. I like the option to change them out to something that fits me better. I wish they'd make polymer frames with seperate grip panels so we'd have the best of both worlds.
 
Id go with a Springfield 1911A1. I've owned both. I just put another 250 rounds thru my GI yesterday; I do that pretty much once a month, and its dead reliable. Its accurate, I hit just as consistanly with it at 25 yards as I do with my Sig220 when shooting at 8" pie plates. It feels "right" in my hands. It points naturally.


Also, a point not brung up till now; if you should run out of ammo when shooting a 1911A1 in defense, it makes one dandy of a whipping tool.

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High Planes Drifter> "Also, a point not brung up till now; if you should run out of ammo when shooting a 1911A1 in defense, it makes a one dandy of a whipping tool."

Now that's what I call getting the utmost use out of a gun!!:)
 
I have both a P97DC and a Springfield Mil Spec 1911A1. I have never had a problem with either of them. As for accuracy, I really can't tell the difference between the two both hit what I aim them at.

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I have both a Springfield 1911 GI and Ruger P95. The P95 is virtually identical to the P97, with the obvious exception of caliber. I prefer the 1911, just because I prefer the feel.

bakert, where did you find that slip on grip on your P97? I'd love to find one exactly like that for my P95.
 
Grant 48, I couldn't find the Hogue slip on grip around where I live so I believe I either ordered it from Dillon's Blue Book or Midway. It really makes a difference and the grip seems to fit my hand much better.
 
Have you considered the Ruger P345. Its a relatively new pistol, a little smaller (thinner) and lighter than the other Rugers. The recoil is rather mild as well. As far as accuracy goes its pretty darn good with the three dot system and adjustable rear sight.

However; the 1911 is tried and true.

Just my 2 pennies worth.
 
Have you considered the Ruger P345.
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actually yes, and it has been rejected (didn't balance right).

But more importantly as i tried to say 16 replies ago, This thread is 4 years old! the decision that it asks advice for HAS been made. so frankly i know the advice is good and well meant, but guys, it's been 4 years and i already bought the thing ;)


In may of '04 I made up my mind and bought a Springfield WW2 Mil-spec for myself then not long after a Bersa Thunder .380 for my wife. neither gun is still with us as the bersa didn't work out and has been replaced by an XD9. and the 1911 was foolishly traded away toward a varmint rifle that sat and collected rust & dust till it was traded toward better things, and a replacement 1911 will be my next gun purchase.
 
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