looking at a new 1911

[repeter1977]

Today, was at Blythe's drooling over some new 1911's. Im looking for one with a rail and night sights. Night sights are not mandatory, as they can always be added later. I already have 2 Kimber Custom TLE/RL IIs, so not so much really on another Kimber. They did have a pretty nice Smith & Wesson with some nice extras, a base Colt for almost the same price (needed night sights), and a Para for a couple hundred less and needing night sights. I would even like a Springfield Armory, but they did not have one in stock. There was a Sig there as well, but did not like the flat trigger at all when I had shot it before. Personally, I was thinking more the Para, however was wanting to see some other opinions, either on these or on any others that might have not been mentioned. And I realize that there are 100s of 1911s, but I do need it to have a rail. Thanks all.

 

[Miketodd]

Were you at the Blythes in Highland or Valpo. I know in Valpo they have had a TON of 1911s the last time I was there. They are really pushing the STI name but they had several springers and colts also.

 

[scooterb]

Normally I would say kimber but since you already have 2 I'm gonna say look at Springfield operator or trp

 

[Hoosier45]

Colt XSE rail gun?

 

[PUalum04]

After waiting for 3 months, my brother finally got his Springfield MC Operator and it is a fantastic gun. Extremely tight and has eaten everything we have thrown at it so far. It's definitely moved up on my priority list.

 

[repeter1977]

Were you at the Blythes in Highland or Valpo. I know in Valpo they have had a TON of 1911s the last time I was there. They are really pushing the STI name but they had several springers and colts also.

I was at the Griffith one. And they both have a ton, but I was only wanting ones with rails on them. I was going to hit the Valpo one probably tomorrow or Thursday, and look at some more.

Normally I would say kimber but since you already have 2 I'm gonna say look at Springfield operator or trp

I was looking at one of the Springfields before, but they did not have it this time. Nice two toned, although I do like one color a bit more. But, its paint, something else that can be changed later if needed.

Colt XSE rail gun?

Was just a Colt, did not have anything on the side. Had not really looked much into Colts beforehand, as this was the first one that I had actually seen in the store with the rail. I will be researching it abit more, and would one day like a Colt in the collection, but if there is a better one, I do not want to sacrifice, as this will be most likely my carry.

Thanks all for the responses so far.

 

[churchmouse]

Springer TRP...just the best for that money IMHO

 

[repeter1977]

After waiting for 3 months, my brother finally got his Springfield MC Operator and it is a fantastic gun. Extremely tight and has eaten everything we have thrown at it so far. It's definitely moved up on my priority list.

Thanks, that was actually one that was higher on the list, but since they did not have it, figured I would look at what else they had. I don't mind spending extra, as long as its money well spent, I try not to waste if there is something as good quality for a cheaper price, but I will spend extra for something better. I do have a Springfield XD and a GI 1911, so I know they are good quality, would not mind picking one of theirs up with a rail as well, but not so much if its a special order, I like feeling it in hand.

 

[repeter1977]

Springer TRP...just the best for that money IMHO

Thanks churchmouse. The one was in my top list of the next ones. Just did not get lucky and see it this last time, but when its time, might get one anyway.

 

[grizman]

If you go for a Springer TRP get the best of the TRP pack. The model in the link shoots as well as my Wilsons and Nighthawks.

Springfield Armory

 

[billyboyr6]

The big daddy to all the railed 1911's. SA TRP operator with full rail.

It's defiantly my favorite.

 

[repeter1977]

If you go for a Springer TRP get the best of the TRP pack. The model in the link shoots as well as my Wilsons and Nighthawks.

Springfield Armory

Thanks, that was the one that I had been looking at before. Just didn't put down on it before. Its at the top of the list, but still, always open for options. And glad to know that it shoots as well as I had hoped and thought that it would.

 

[repeter1977]

The big daddy to all the railed 1911's. SA TRP operator with full rail.

It's defiantly my favorite.

That is just about everything right about 1911s and more. Excuse me while I drool some more. Fantastic

 

[billyboyr6]

That is just about everything right about 1911s and more. Excuse me while I drool some more. Fantastic

I wished for one for over a year before I found one for the right deal. It shoots just as good as it looks. 0 disappointment.

 

[danimal]

SW1911TA Blued
SW1911TA Stainless

I bought a stainless in Feb. Doesn't have the full rail, but does include night sights and full length guide rod.

 

[repeter1977]

SW1911TA Blued
SW1911TA Stainless

I bought a stainless in Feb. Doesn't have the full rail, but does include night sights and full length guide rod.

Yep, that was the Smith that they had today, the blued steel. Felt pretty nice as well.

 

[grizman]

Here is my newest one the day I brought her home.

 

[repeter1977]

Here is my newest one the day I brought her home.

Looking great. Even the box looks nicer then the one my original Springfield GI came in, That does look nice. Im betting you are already planning the range trip to start the break in

 

[PUalum04]

I love the looks of the TRP Operators but the one thing I just don't understand is why Springfield put target sites on this gun. This is clearly a "combat" weapon and should have night sights. Or at least the option.

Has anyone put different sights on thier TRP Operator? I know 10-8 is working on some:
10-8 Performance: Springfield TRP Operator

 

[repeter1977]

I love the looks of the TRP Operators but the one thing I just don't understand is why Springfield put target sites on this gun. This is clearly a "combat" weapon and should have night sights. Or at least the option.

Has anyone put different sights on thier TRP Operator? I know 10-8 is working on some:
10-8 Performance: Springfield TRP Operator

From the website, and the one that I held a bit back ago, they were adj night sights. But the two with the beautiful pistols are more then welcome to answer this better for sure.