Your favorite guns?

[k9870]

Only what you have actually shot.

I personally shoot best with a marlin 336 with an aftermarket peep sight my friend owns.

I shoot my Savage mk II G the most. Ammos cheap, and it is an accurate gun that eats anything I feed it. I shoot it more than any other guns.

I also like 1911 style Autos, Some day I'll get one with a larger safety and slide release for easy usage. I also like Double actions like the model 19 or 686p. Not a fan of double action automatics. You?

[Yournamehere]

If it's only what I've actually shot, probably Beretta 92FS. I'd say my 5906 up until recently when the extractor started failing. Gotta get that fixed. The Model 19 was fun as hell to shoot, and just knowing I had the gun itself in my hands was gratifying. I gotta go shoot that thing again................

[Gunmaster45]

No doubt the M1911A1 pistol series is my favorite. I also like the Berettas, they have a very smooth slide and shoot nice, although I loathe their replacement of the 1911 in the military.

I like Glocks, I've shot a 17 and a 19 and both were nice guns. I'm not a huge fan of the triggers though, the half-cocked safety system makes the trigger pull half double action every time.

I like the AR-15 series rifles, mainly because they are very nice to shoot and very accurate. Too loud though to shoot often.

I like the M1 Garand a lot, you have to shoot one to really enjoy it. Otherwise it is a 9 1/2 pound hunk of wood and metal that goes "Ping" when you eject the clip from it.

The Springfield 1903 rifles are very nice to shoot as well.

I love revolvers, especially Smith & Wessons. They are much smoother than Colts, but Colts are still decent. The new stainless S&Ws are great, now I don't have to worry about that touchy bluing smudging up.

I like old vintage guns. I love SAAs, Colt Navies, Armys, Remington 1858s, and Winchester rifles. Marlin made a lot of good stuff too but they don't look as nice as Winchesters.

I love guns, frankly. I have my favorite, but as long as it isn't infamous for killing the user shooting it, I'll give it a try.

[Yournamehere]

I love revolvers, especially Smith & Wessons. They are much smoother than Colts, but Colts are still decent. The new stainless S&Ws are great, now I don't have to worry about that touchy bluing smudging up.

Unless you've got an action job on a Smith, it's not better than a Colt, especially a vintage Python. I've got A Colt and a Smith, and while the Smith does have the better action (but not tighter lockup) I can tell it's been opened up and modified. Still, they are the quintessential revolver makes.

[k9870]

The python was a piece of art, one of the greatest made. That doesn;t mean all colts are good. The lawman or trooper, forgot which, was stiff. I shot an unmodified 686p that pulled at just under 8 pounds double action. Performance center makes some awesome guns too.

[MT2008]

I haven't really shot enough guns (handled many, not shot). Of the pistols I've shot, I like the Beretta 92 series (and, more specifically, the Taurus PT92 copy) and SIG-Sauers the most. I also have enormous respect for the 1911, but I've only fired one in my entire life so far.

Going back further in time, I think the LeMat revolver was a really cool concept. My Dad owns a more recently-manufactured copy.

[Gunmaster45]

The LeMat was an interesting idea but the gun was too heavy and under powered. Basically take a high capacity 9mm and make it weigh a ton and you've got a LeMat today. The underbarrel shotgun was weak too. If someone had cartridge converted the LeMat, it could have become very sucessful.

I really like SAAs and am trying to aquire a Ruger Vaquero for shooting. I can't mess around with my dad's original Colt from 1875.

[Nyles]

I think the Lemat is a super clever concept, but every time I pick one up (repros, obviously) it feels more like I'm holding an axe than a pistol.

I think the Lee-Enfield rifle is just about the finest military rifle ever issued, Garand included. Given that I own 9 of them, I'd say they're my overall favorite.

My favorite automatic is the 1911, specifically the pre-1934 Colt-made 1911s. While the A1 is a big improvement in terms of pointability and the hammer bite issue, the original 1911s are just pretty. I also have a soft spot for the Mauser C/96 and the Webley & Scott autos.

My favorite revolver is the Webley Mk.VI, though I'm also pretty partial to the large-frame Colts. There's no arguing that S&Ws are technologically superior - but Colts are tougher. While my New Service is about the clunkiest revolver I've ever seen, but I just like the feel of the old boat anchor. There's something comforting about knowing even if I miss with all 6 shots, I can still beat him to death with it.

My favorite semi-auto rifle is the Tokarev SVT-40 - I've shot just about all of it's contemporaries short of the Japanese Type-5, but it's easily the most fun. My favorite automatic rifle is the C8A2 carbine - very accurate and I'm comfortable enough with it to use it when I haven't slept for a week. Just wish they'd give me one.

[Rockwolf66]

As far as Pistols go I love the Sig-Sauer P-220R. it fits my hand well and they shoot great. As far as Civilian Rifles go I love my Remington M-700P. My shotgun of Choice is the Mossberg 500 series and I have owned two.

As far as Class 3 goes I am a fan of the MP-5K PDW, the M-4A1 carbine with M-203 and the M-60 machinegun. Personally I can't stand the standard Gip on the M-249.

[Spartan198]

ATM, the only real firearm I've shot is a 22-caliber semi-auto hunting rifle my dad had when I was a kid. :(

Aside from that, I do quite enjoy shooting my airsoft D-Boys M4A1 w/M203. :D

I do have an acquaintance who might be getting an LMT MRP gas piston carbine. Maybe I'll get a chance to shoot it someday...

[k9870]

Gunmaster, I have heard a .30carbine ruger blackhawk is a fun single action, lets just say, hearing protection!

It would be great at the range, someone would see your pistol sounding off like a rifle and just have to check it out.

[Gunmaster45]

MY dad used to own a Ruger Black Hawk in .44 MAGNUM, which is a lot louder than a .30 Carbine (keep in mind all short barreled guns are loud, even .22s, but a .30 Carbine is pretty quiet in an M1) a Black Hawk pistol on the other hand, is like thunder in your hand.

[Rockwolf66]

.300 Winmag in a 25 yard indoor range. They could hear it go off two stories up through the floors. :)

[Gunmaster45]

That's not hard to believe. If you shoot indoors though I should hope you wear ear protection, especially when firing a .300 Win Mag. For that matter, shooting the .30 Carbine outdoors should require earmuffs too.

You never think loud guns are damaging until you blow out an ear drum like my dad did shooting a .357 Ruger Speed Six.

[k9870]

My friend's m1 carbine is a soft shooter, I saw a blackhawk at the range that made a 357 look like a popgun.

I am so pleased with my savage rimfire I may be going centerfire soon. Maybe a weather warrior. (16/116 series)

[Winchester]

I love Berettas. Absoultly love the 92 series, but i have large(r) hands compared to other people, which makes a world of a difference with the double-stacking. They're very nice weapons, though. Accurate and extremely reliable.

The 1911 series, (i have one personally, but my family owns several) loses the competition by inches compared to the 92. I love the .45 ACP, but 7 rounds just kills me.

Then, are my Winchesters. I have a '94 and a 1300. I love these two guns more than life itself. They were passed down starting from my great grandpa and now i have them. My '94 is almost never fired, but my 1300 is fired about twice a week.

I'm planning on joining the U.S. Army next year, just before i graduate, where i plan on shooting soooooo many guns that it isnt even funny. For my 18th b-day i also plan on purchasing a Remington 870 or Remington 700 to practice on, as i would very much like to become Sniper qualified.

[Gunmaster45]

I like the Winchester 92 better than the 94 because it is smoother, the 94's lever feels sloppy. plus, you can shoot almost anything in a 92, which is why older movies use them so much, despite being anachronistic.

[Gunmaster45]

My favorite automatic is the 1911, specifically the pre-1934 Colt-made 1911s. While the A1 is a big improvement in terms of pointability and the hammer bite issue, the original 1911s are just pretty.

Do you mean pre-1924? Because that's when the M1911 became the M1911A1.

[Nyles]

Yes and no, 1924 is when most of the A1 features were introduced, but they were marked as 1911s until 1937. The 1924 series is referred to as the Transitional Model. That said, yes, 1934 was a typo.

[HKFan]

MY dad used to own a Ruger Black Hawk in .44 MAGNUM, which is a lot louder than a .30 Carbine (keep in mind all short barreled guns are loud, even .22s, but a .30 Carbine is pretty quiet in an M1) a Black Hawk pistol on the other hand, is like thunder in your hand.

I've fired a Ruger SuperBlack Hawk (180 grains) .44 Magnum with a custom grip. It kicks pretty hard but for me it's dead accurate. My dad is thinking about selling but has regrets that he'll miss it.

[k9870]

HK fan, what do you think about the HK overrated thread lol.

[Excalibur]

My favorite brand of handguns has always been 1911s, any kind really. But I have been more open to Beretta 92s recently, but that's mostly because I'm a John Woo fan. And of course I'm always a fan of the M16 family.

[Winchester]

My favorite brand of handguns has always been 1911s, any kind really.

Hoo-ra! Can't go wrong with a .45

[Excalibur]

Damn straight.

[k9870]

I shoot very well with 1911s, so I basically love the things.

[MT2008]

Some day, I promise I'll ditch my 9mms and get myself a nice 1911. :D

I want to rent one at some point, too, but my range only seems to have S&W and Para-Ordnance 1911s for rent.

[Winchester]

nothing wrong with 9 mils, but a .45 in just a very nice weapon

[ManiacallyChallenged]

Oooh, what a loaded question(please forgive the heavy handed pun).

For handguns I've always liked the 1911's, as well as the Walther P99.
of course, I actually like some of Smith & Wesson's 4000 series handguns too.

[Gunmaster45]

I've always wanted a new 1911, since my M1911/M1911A1 frankenpistol can still cause nasty hammerbite. I really hope I can get the P-14 slide and make a 14 shot Colt.

Ever since I shot a Beretta 96 DAO, I've been very interested in Berettas. I hope I can get a 92FS with a non-alloy frame to own. The slides are incredibly smooth and it fits well in my hand. I've gotten better with handguns lately because I've been practicing a lot, so I shot pretty well with it too.

[Nyles]

If you're getting hammer bite, try swapping out the grip safety for one with a longer time. Failing that, try Skeeter Skelton's old trick - wrap some sandpaper around the frame (rough side out of course) with the grips off, attach the grips, and boom. Poor man's no slip surface.

[Gunmaster45]

I figured swapping for an A1 grip safety spur would be a good idea, but I haven't gotten around to doing it yet. Just as long as it isn't a beavertail, those things suck.


Cool, 400th post. :D

[MT2008]

Ever since I shot a Beretta 96 DAO, I've been very interested in Berettas. I hope I can get a 92FS with a non-alloy frame to own. The slides are incredibly smooth and it fits well in my hand. I've gotten better with handguns lately because I've been practicing a lot, so I shot pretty well with it too.

I'd consider the Taurus PT92 first. Berettas are excellent guns, but you're paying more for the name than anything else. The Taurus is usually $150-$200 cheaper, plus it has a better safety/decocker. It even looks prettier, IMO.

[Yournamehere]

I dig Berettas, and A Taurus is fine too, but I'd go for a Beretta simply because of aesthetics, it's wider commonality, and yes, the name. I agree that the Taurus safety/decocker system is superior to the slide mounted system though.

[MT2008]

I dig Berettas, and A Taurus is fine too, but I'd go for a Beretta simply because of aesthetics, it's wider commonality, and yes, the name. I agree that the Taurus safety/decocker system is superior to the slide mounted system though.

Aesthetics? I think the Taurus actually looks better. The slide-mounted safety on the Beretta, besides being unwieldy compared to frame-mounted, disrupts the smooth, flowing lines of the slide. I think the Taurus looks sleeker because it doesn't have this.

Also, the 92F is about to become a lot less common because Beretta is reducing production and moving to the M9A1 and 90-Two, both of which look way uglier.

IMO, the Taurus PT92 is a much better buy. One of these days, I'm probably going to buy myself another PT92, except nickel/stainless this time. And the one I buy won't have those f'ugly-ass tactical rails, either. I figure I need at least one "nickel-plated sissy pistol" in my handgun collection. :D

[jdun]

Taurus isn't known for QC and I refuse to by firearms that has integrated locks. You're better off with Berettas.

[MT2008]

Taurus isn't known for QC and I refuse to by firearms that has integrated locks. You're better off with Berettas.

The locks are much more recent.

Also, I can say from experience that PT92s made since about the early/mid-90s are of almost the same build quality as Berettas.

[jdun]

I believe Taurus started putting integrated locks around 2000. The only thing that integrated lock do well is make the handgun less reliable.

[Nyles]

I don't know how things are in the US, but in Canada Taurus' customer support sucks. They're well-made guns, but if it breaks you're fucked.

[jdun]

Taurus isn't known for good customer service in the States.

[Gunmaster45]

I'd probably pick a Taurus myself since I believe in carrying firearms "Condition One" like a 1911, so I like that safety. The fact that it doubles as a decocker is very conveniant. The lock doesn't sound too good though... I wish the PT92 had stepping on the trigger guard curve though, sometimes I find myself resting my finger their. I don't know were that type of grip stands today, I only see people like Bruce Willis hold the guns like that now.

Speaking of customer service, my dad once had to send a Colt Anacando back to the factory to replace the barrel because the threads fit loose. To see if they would actually replace anything, he made a small, non-noticable notch on the barrel and frame. He got it back, no replacement. They just tightened the barrel until the threads were near stripped. As you can imagine, he avoids the snake guns. Shame though, I'd like a Colt Python.

[k9870]

Gunmaster, any particular reason you'd carry a DA/SA in condition one? Personally, I would just do hammer down no safety. Condition one is for SAO guns.

[Yournamehere]

He's a hardcore 1911 guy, so he likes to do things with guns that he'd do with a 1911. My advice, just carry a 1911. If you can train yourself to use the gun and disengage the safety, and you trust that safety, use the thing, though.

[MT2008]

Gunmaster, any particular reason you'd carry a DA/SA in condition one? Personally, I would just do hammer down no safety. Condition one is for SAO guns.

Well, some people do prefer SA trigger pull even if they have a DA/SA gun. Just having the option of carrying either Condition One or hammer down is nice.

As far as Taurus' customer service, I thought they were known for good customer service because of the Lifetime Warranty? I never bothered to take advantage of it when I still had my PT92, but that's the impression I've had. I do know that they seem very responsive to customer feedback on their forum.

[k9870]

Taurus is lifetime, even if you are not original owner, so used tauruses are generally a good buy. As for condition one, i basically need a single action trigegr, but i can deal with one round of da if it makes it quicker to draw and fire.

[MT2008]

I wish the PT92 had stepping on the trigger guard curve though, sometimes I find myself resting my finger their. I don't know were that type of grip stands today, I only see people like Bruce Willis hold the guns like that now.

The people who use that style grip and mostly those who have really big hands. Then it makes sense because the pistol's handle might not fit your hand so well when you're trying to cram all four fingers around it.

I don't have big hands, and the Taurus PT92 is a big gun anyway, so I never used to shoot mine that way. I have tried that style grip with sub-compact Glocks and other pistols of similar size, and can see the advantages it has.

[Gunmaster45]

I have average sized hands, so I usually rest my left pointer finger under the trigger guard, but I once held a Walther P22, and I've never had that grip feel so natural before.

And for k9870, I prefer single action trigger pulls because I'm better used to the single action trigger pull, while some double actions catch me by surprise and fire earlier than expected, some later. I think I'll just continue to use a 1911 as a sidearm and keep a PT92 at home for fun. I really want the P-14/Colt, but I really want to dish out the cash for Crimson Trace laser grips. Do they make those for Para-Ordnance guns?

[Yournamehere]

I could have sworn I saw some CTC grips for a P14 but don't quote me on that.

My buddy James put it a good way.

"In a heated situation, you're not gonna hit shit anyway, the first shot is just the one that's gonna make 'em duck."

So, double or single, the chances of you hitting someone with your first round are slim, unless you are Front Sight trained or something radical like that. Once they hear a bang though, they're either pissing themself and trying to get to their gun (which is probably illegal, damn criminals) or just pissing themself while trying to get out of there.

I'm not saying that you should fire in the air to make noise, that's stupid. I'm just saying hit or miss, the first round always does something. Like the starter gun in a race, only instead of a race, the starter gun is just being fired more. Might not be the most serious or correct way of looking at it, but it makes sense from a certain standpoint.

[Clutch]

I have average sized hands, so I usually rest my left pointer finger under the trigger guard, but I once held a Walther P22, and I've never had that grip feel so natural before.

And for k9870, I prefer single action trigger pulls because I'm better used to the single action trigger pull, while some double actions catch me by surprise and fire earlier than expected, some later. I think I'll just continue to use a 1911 as a sidearm and keep a PT92 at home for fun. I really want the P-14/Colt, but I really want to dish out the cash for Crimson Trace laser grips. Do they make those for Para-Ordnance guns?

Walthers fit hands GREAT. I've handled a P99 and have yet to really come across a gun that fit as well as that gun did. Maybe a Beretta 92FS, but even that took some time (imperceptibly short, but still...) to get a feel for. I haven't shot one yet, but I'd imagine that it's all aces in that category too...

[Excalibur]

I'm starting to really like Springfield XDs, I got my eye on a .45 duty model

[MT2008]

I'm starting to really like Springfield XDs, I got my eye on a .45 duty model

I found that model's grip to be too wide for my hand. I have trouble reaching the mag release when I hold it normally. Unless you have big hands, I'd avoid the XD45.

[Yournamehere]

I used and enjoyed it, and it was incredibly accurate. I like the 5" model too, of course the gun itself is just the American made Glock series with a few other design details stuffed in there. Still neat gun. I've been really wanting to get a Glock 17 or 19 2nd Gen lately. I feel like I need a safe action 9 now after reading a buncha stuff.

[ManiacallyChallenged]

I have fairly large hands with fairly long fingers, and as a result I find it hard to follow the most typical advice with regard to grip positions(handguns anyway).

People tend to do things with their thumbs that I could not hope to replicate in a million years.

[Gunmaster45]

My buddy James put it a good way.

"In a heated situation, you're not gonna hit shit anyway, the first shot is just the one that's gonna make 'em duck."

So, double or single, the chances of you hitting someone with your first round are slim, unless you are Front Sight trained or something radical like that. Once they hear a bang though, they're either pissing themself and trying to get to their gun (which is probably illegal, damn criminals) or just pissing themself while trying to get out of there.

I'm not saying that you should fire in the air to make noise, that's stupid. I'm just saying hit or miss, the first round always does something. Like the starter gun in a race, only instead of a race, the starter gun is just being fired more. Might not be the most serious or correct way of looking at it, but it makes sense from a certain standpoint.

I've trained myself based on professional insite to use two forms of shooting.

1. If the target is close to mid-range, I square off (feet parted equally), draw the pistol, hug it to the chest, extend my arms so the gun is eye level, touch the trigger, press (extend, touch, press). You'd be amazed how well this technique works if you want to shoot something fast.

2. If the target is farther away, step forward with my non-dominant (left) leg, extend my arms, use the sights to full advantge, squeeze trigger.

It's a lot easier to show you than explain it in writing, but hopefully you get what I'm saying.

You can never trust that he'll miss and that you will scare him, I'd whole-heartedly rather hit him before he even gets a CHANCE to miss.

[Yournamehere]

I'm not saying he's gonna shoot first, I'm saying you should probably shoot first. Of course you don't give him a chance to miss, this isn't a 18th century duel. Also, you say all that gobbledy gook right now with the safety of the internets, but at 15-16 years old, in a real gunfight, you're probably not gonna have the coordination to do all that in a quick motion. No offense intended, I would lose my coordination too. Also, like I said, that's not a professional thought, that's a realistic thought. It's not the best way, it's just probably the way it'll go down, unless you are TRAINED SUPER HEAVILY ALL CAPS BLAH BLAH BLAH.

[Excalibur]

Dont forget about shooting targets and shooting a person. It's a real difference experience. For one thing, targets dont shoot back and they arent alive. When you shoot a real person for whatever reason, it'll affect you.

[Gunmaster45]

Well, if I ever get in a gun fight, I'll let you know how I do :D. I'm aware there is an incredible difference between a target and a man shooting back. But without experiance, I can never really know for sure how I'd react. It's not like you can practice shooting people to steady your nerves.

[Excalibur]

But practice shooting targets and hone your movements will help nonetheless. And it's best to visualize that you are shooting a person to get it in your mind so if it happens, you know what to do.

[zzang1847]

I've only fired two guns.... One is PT series(i don't remember its serial number....But i am sure that it is PT) from Taurus, which is copy and re-designing of Beretta 92 series, and the other is Beretta's Cx4 "Storm" carbine...

Personally....I really like STORM becuase it hits well, manages to fire well...and it is kind of reliable firearm.

[Dangerman_1973]

M16A2
MP5
MP7
P90
Desert Eagle
SPAS-12

[Markost]

Ruger 10/22; FM Isleña:

http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/9515/imagen1tz.th.jpg (http://img26.imageshack.us/i/imagen1tz.jpg/)

Mauser 1909 MA, 7,65x54 (i found that bayonet at u$s100 a month ago):

http://img410.imageshack.us/img410/6274/p4290125y.jpg (http://img410.imageshack.us/i/p4290125y.jpg/) http://img410.imageshack.us/img410/p4290125y.jpg/1/w640.png (http://g.imageshack.us/img410/p4290125y.jpg/1/)

and, of course, Glock 17.

[Checkman]

Smith & Wesson revolvers. Especially pre-war (WWII) models. But I like all N-frames. I guess I favor the Model 27/28 over all though.

Webley revolvers.

Lugers.

Lee Enfield rifles.

Winchester lever actions and Model 1897 and 1912 shotguns.

[sucker]

Hey can I ask you guys about Colt M1911A1?

Are they still manufactured or all the pistols are from old manufacture periods?
I mean the standart M1911A1's like this one:
http://i49.tinypic.com/kdvhih.jpg

or...

this one ;)

http://i46.tinypic.com/121z66r.jpg

[Yournamehere]

Of course they stll manufacture 1911s! There are several dozen companies that make them at that! Got mine right here, dated 2006.

[AdAstra2009]

I think he means M1911A1 style, not just 1911.

[sucker]

yeah I dont mean something like this:
http://www.dreadgazebo.com/gunporn/wp-content/uploads/2007/05/colt45-again.jpg
wchich is clearly some kind of colt modification gun, but I mean the standart, 7-bullet, M1911A1 like Seagal uses in 90% of his movies :)


Of course they stll manufacture 1911s! There are several dozen companies that make them at that! Got mine right here, dated 2006.

Can you put here a picture of your 1911 please?

[Yournamehere]

It's on my page on IMFDB at the bottom with my other guns.

[FirearmFan]

My favorite gun that I've actually shot. OOHH tough question. I love them all so much.

Semi auto pistol: 1911 is the easy first choice. The XD, the M&P, and the Px4 Storm are close seconds.

Revolvers: Prob the Ruger GP100. Although the 4" S&W .500 Magnum was fun too.

Shotgun: I'm a big proponent of the Mossberg 500 series.

Semi auto rifles: The AR-15 is number one with the AK and M1 Garand a close second. The Barrett M82 .50BMG is very fun too.

Full Auto: So many to love here. HK UMP .45, short barreled M4, AK-47, M249 SAW, Glock 18

That's prob the best I can narrow it down.

[sucker]

It's on my page on IMFDB at the bottom with my other guns.

I'm sorry man. I know I'm a total noob but... I can't find it.
Give me the link please :P

[Yournamehere]

http://www.imfdb.org/images/1/12/1911WideSpur.png

There ya go newbie. The hammer is not factory, and I took it out a while ago anyhow. It's a Series 70 style rip, and not so much a WWII model.

[Markost]

Nice 1911 YNH, in some years (maybe) i´ll buy an original 1911 or a Ballester-Molina:

http://s3.postimage.org/10NJU9.jpg (http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=Pq10NJU9)

[paraordnance]

I've shot a Beretta 92FS, Glock 17 and an H&K P30. I like the P30 the best.

[sucker]

http://www.imfdb.org/images/1/12/1911WideSpur.png

There ya go newbie. The hammer is not factory, and I took it out a while ago anyhow. It's a Series 70 style rip, and not so much a WWII model.

Oh Lawdy! Is Eye in heaven?! ;)

Thank you man for the foto. It's one sexy Colt you've got there. 7 bullets in the mag?

[Yournamehere]

First of all, it's not a Colt, it's a Springfield. Colt made the first 1911s, but they are not responsible for the design, so to call any and all 1911s a Colt is inaccurate. You should only refer to a 1911 as a Colt if it is in fact one that was manufactured by Colt.

Second, I have two 7 round magazines and four 8 round magazines. I don't know which I had in the gun at the time.

[k9870]

Funny thing is most GI 1911s were made by SA (the old SA, not the new one) and colt only made a few. Issued 1911s were a mixed bag. Remington Rand, singer, ithaca.....

[Nyles]

Actually, SA never made many 1911s, they're very rare today. Colt made most (about 240,000), followed by Remington-UMC (21,677), with Springfield a distant third (50,000 ordered but significantly less made due to their heat treating issues and concentrating on the 1903 rifle) and NAA an absolute last at 100. 1911A1s are much the same, with Colt being the most common, followed by Remington-Rand, then Ithaca, US&S and Singer.

[sucker]

Colt made most (about 240,000),

Yeah, I wanna ask about ORIGINAL design.
Is Colt, Springfield, etc still manufacturing CLASSIC looking (like Yournamehere's one) guns.
I mean model 1911a1, not models based on 1911 like Kimber Pro II which is obviously different from original design but based on it.

(Sorry for my poor english, I'm from Europe)

[Excalibur]

I'm sure they do

[predator20]

Yeah, I wanna ask about ORIGINAL design.
Is Colt, Springfield, etc still manufacturing CLASSIC looking (like Yournamehere's one) guns.
I mean model 1911a1, not models based on 1911 like Kimber Pro II which is obviously different from original design but based on it.

(Sorry for my poor english, I'm from Europe)

Springfield makes the G.I. and Mil Spec models. Colt reintroduced the Government model. (I think it's really their 80 series 1911 with different roll marks) They're all the plain jain style. No front serrations on the slide, etc. Many others like Rock Island Armory make them too.

[BroncoBob]

I happen to be A 45 fanatic.Being an former Marine,of the Vietnam era,
I feel there is no better round for stopping bad guy's in there tracks.I've
studied the results of what happens to the human body when hit with
various rounds, and the 45 acp is hands down is the most devastating
all the energy is expended in side the body.When someone is hit with a 45
the doctor will tell the next of kin that he might get better,but he won't get well.

[Excalibur]

ok is this guy a bot?

[AdAstra2009]

ok is this guy a bot?

I was going to check if his "biography" says "man" and "us" but he doesn't seem to have one.

He sounds coherent enough and he's on topic so I don't think he's a bot.

[Nyles]

Yeah, I wanna ask about ORIGINAL design.
Is Colt, Springfield, etc still manufacturing CLASSIC looking (like Yournamehere's one) guns.
I mean model 1911a1, not models based on 1911 like Kimber Pro II which is obviously different from original design but based on it.

(Sorry for my poor english, I'm from Europe)

In this case I'm talking strictly about US Army M1911s, not commercial production (which was obviously only Colt), or M1911A1s. Alot of companies make copies of GI M1911A1s today, some closer than others. Colt made both M1911 and M1911A1 reproductions recently that even duplicate the markings.

[Markost]

Alot of companies make copies of GI M1911A1s today, some closer than others..

What about the Norinco 1911? Someone is selling one near home, but here nobody like chinese guns...

[sucker]

Yeah guys. Much thanks for all the responses :)

Cheers to you! :) :cool:

[Nyles]

Norinco guns are either surprisingly good or surprisingly bad (and considering that you expect them to be bad in the first place, that's really bad). The 1911s are one of the good ones, a lot of guys in Canada build on them. I understand they're pretty hard to come by in the US because of the import ban, if the price is right I say buy.

[Markost]

Norinco guns are either surprisingly good or surprisingly bad (and considering that you expect them to be bad in the first place, that's really bad). The 1911s are one of the good ones, a lot of guys in Canada build on them. I understand they're pretty hard to come by in the US because of the import ban, if the price is right I say buy.

The Norinco cost a little less than a Sistema Colt Modelo 1928 (licenced 1911) or a Ballester Molina. This chinese company is famous here by its carbines, i don´t know anything about their pistols quality.

[S&Wshooter]

High Standard makes an OK M1911A1 copy, but the sides of the beavertail are sharp as knives. In my opinion, the best guns I have ever fired were
1.Winchester Model 52
2.S&W 686+P
3.Kimber 1911's
4.Browning Micro A bolt hunter
5.That SIG-Hammerli .22
6.Winchester Model 88
7.M1 Carbine
8.Colt AR-15 (pre ban)
9.H&K SL7 in .22 Mag
10.Stag Arms 2TL

[k9870]

I saw detonics made a cool 1911 in the fact grip safety was removed, now thats just cool.