rogerjames
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So I am looking for my first 1911. This will primarily be a range gun, but I may also like to carry it on occasion. I have no intentions of ever competing, but of course I would like a tight and reliable weapon.
I am looking to spend not much more than $1000.
My choices seem to be narrowed to Springfield Armory (my daily carry is an XD9 and I love it), Ruger SR1911, and STI.
I am thinking that low profile, fixed sights would be the best option if I am looking to also carry on occasion. What do you guys feel about long-trigger pull vs short, military style trigger? What are the advantages, disadvantages?
The SA line has a lot of model choices and easy to upgrade. The Ruger is new, but seems to be getting good reviews from those that have had the opportunity to test it, the price is right, and it's a beauty. I don't have any personal experience with STI, but they seem to get a lot of props from those that own them.
I would appreciate recommendations. I have used the "search" function and read some similar threads, but I'm still indecisive. I should also add that I have fairly small hands, and this is one of the main reasons why I chose the XD over the glock.
I am looking to spend not much more than $1000.
My choices seem to be narrowed to Springfield Armory (my daily carry is an XD9 and I love it), Ruger SR1911, and STI.
I am thinking that low profile, fixed sights would be the best option if I am looking to also carry on occasion. What do you guys feel about long-trigger pull vs short, military style trigger? What are the advantages, disadvantages?
The SA line has a lot of model choices and easy to upgrade. The Ruger is new, but seems to be getting good reviews from those that have had the opportunity to test it, the price is right, and it's a beauty. I don't have any personal experience with STI, but they seem to get a lot of props from those that own them.
I would appreciate recommendations. I have used the "search" function and read some similar threads, but I'm still indecisive. I should also add that I have fairly small hands, and this is one of the main reasons why I chose the XD over the glock.