1911 Show-N-Tell

[Doublehelix]

I'm not at all recoil sensitive and immensely enjoy the 357 magnum revolver. This reminds me a lot of that caliber but in semi-auto so it's a win win for me. I also shoot a lot of 9mm and .45 but don't get quite the "thrill" from it like this 10mm. I also find it challenges my abilities to keep on target so I consider it good training on my grip, follow thru and concentration to complete the package.

Also I'm a handloader so it's easy to load from mild to wild between 1,100 to 1,400 fps. Makes for some great versatility.

Well.....whats not to like...

Thanks. I am still trying to get my head around the 10mm. No matter how much I read about it, I still don't see anything that is enticing me to come over to the Dark Side enough to make me want to jump in.

 

[churchmouse]

Thanks. I am still trying to get my head around the 10mm. No matter how much I read about it, I still don't see anything that is enticing me to come over to the Dark Side enough to make me want to jump in.

Well.........It goes "BOOM" when you run the hot stuff. It runs a pretty flat trajectory. It runs pretty clean if you stay away from Buffalo Bore.

 

[Areoflyer09]

Thanks. I am still trying to get my head around the 10mm. No matter how much I read about it, I still don't see anything that is enticing me to come over to the Dark Side enough to make me want to jump in.

Have you tried a 10mm yet? I didn’t get it until I tried my first 10mm. It quickly became a favorite of mine, enough that I have 2 10s and there has been discussion of a 3rd. The next one will be most likely be a 1911.

Thinking about it, I’m not really sure why I enjoy this caliber so much. The power maybe? Whatever the reason, it’s one that I smile with every trigger pull.

 

[deo62]

When you fire them you just know. That frozen rope trajectory and the different ring on steel targets will change anyone.

 

[dman65]

ordered this one last week cant wait to see how it shoots

 

[88E30M50]

Thanks. I am still trying to get my head around the 10mm. No matter how much I read about it, I still don't see anything that is enticing me to come over to the Dark Side enough to make me want to jump in.

This is what does it for me. Sometimes it's just good for the soul to make a bigger bang.

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

 

[wtburnette]

Very nice!

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

Thank you sir. I'd been looking at a few different models. The opportunity arose to get this one but I had to drive a bit to make it happen. After speaking with the (older) gentleman for a day I knew it was going to be legitimate. He was an awesome guy (and so was his road dog). Sometimes meeting a good person is better than any good deal that comes along.
Anyway I was thinking this might be a safe queen...until I went to the range. What a dream. (I didn't even wipe it down before those pics above you can see the gunk).
But I also had a random holster that fit and it will definitely be my new bbq gun. I couldn't be more pleased with it. The Trijicon sights are 3 dot which is my preference, the front 20lpi grip is a feature I didn't realize how much I would love. Plus the movement of each part from the slide to the 4lb trigger to the easily workable hammer, mag release, etc all feel like very high quality fitment and of course the finish and rounded edges and lines are beautiful.

 

[Benp]

Beautiful! SA make some very fine 1911s!

 

[Doublehelix]

Beautiful gun and great story. Congratulations!!!

 

[churchmouse]

Thank you sir. I'd been looking at a few different models. The opportunity arose to get this one but I had to drive a bit to make it happen. After speaking with the (older) gentleman for a day I knew it was going to be legitimate. He was an awesome guy (and so was his road dog). Sometimes meeting a good person is better than any good deal that comes along.
Anyway I was thinking this might be a safe queen...until I went to the range. What a dream. (I didn't even wipe it down before those pics above you can see the gunk).
But I also had a random holster that fit and it will definitely be my new bbq gun. I couldn't be more pleased with it. The Trijicon sights are 3 dot which is my preference, the front 20lpi grip is a feature I didn't realize how much I would love. Plus the movement of each part from the slide to the 4lb trigger to the easily workable hammer, mag release, etc all feel like very high quality fitment and of course the finish and rounded edges and lines are beautiful.

This is why SA is my go to marque. I realize the really screwed the pooch with some bone head political moves but they do make a very nice 1911.
Buying used does nothing for the company's bottom line.

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

This is why SA is my go to marque. I realize the really screwed the pooch with some bone head political moves but they do make a very nice 1911.
Buying used does nothing for the company's bottom line.

I agree. Political blunders aside, I didn't mind getting a (like new) used piece...from a very nice guy at that. No regrets

 

[churchmouse]

I agree. Political blunders aside, I didn't mind getting a (like new) used piece...from a very nice guy at that. No regrets

Sometimes the deal is just an added benefit to meeting stellar people.

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

I've never owned a 1911 in .45 this large. so after the first two shots out of the first mag today I realized I needed to change my grip. I stepped right out of the range and watched a couple of YouTube videos. Went back in and tried a new grip for shots 3-8. I think it worked. The rest of the time I was on point. I tried all 230gr round nose.
Do you 1911 guys have a preference for target vs. carry ammo?

 

[gmcttr]

Defensive ammo...Federal 230 gr HST...https://www.bonefroggunclub.com/col...cal-hst-jhp-50rds-p45hst2?variant=33283336653

Target ammo...a light handload with a 200 gr SWC or a Nosler 185gr JHP.

Steel or plinking...handloads of choice or whatever decent 230 gr ball is low priced like S&B, Blazer, etc.

 

[VERT]

I've never owned a 1911 in .45 this large. so after the first two shots out of the first mag today I realized I needed to change my grip. I stepped right out of the range and watched a couple of YouTube videos. Went back in and tried a new grip for shots 3-8. I think it worked. The rest of the time I was on point. I tried all 230gr round nose.
Do you 1911 guys have a preference for target vs. carry ammo?

Carry Ammo? 230 grain Federal HST, Remington Golden Saber and Hornady XTP seem to run in 1911s pretty well. On a budget try some Federal HiShock I have seen some issues with Hornady Critcal Duty hanging up in some guns.

Range ammo. Just buy what is available. I reload so if I buy factory ammo it is brass case and Large primer.

 

[DocIndy]

I love 1911's but have to have the trigger guard undercut so I can get a higher grip on the frame. You will probably find the TRP will shoot better and better with more range time and rounds through it. Once it wears in, you will be hooked on the platform. HSTs are great for carry and range ammo is usually 200 gr. or 230 gr. lead, unless I stumble on some 230 gr. FMJ for cheap.

 

[porks]

Black Out Frag by Guncrafter Industries

 

[Expat]

Nice pistol and picture.