Thanks to John Moses Browning, his iconic 1911 pistol has been giving us pleasure and serving us for over 100 years and still going strong. Modern day 1911 has new features and more calibers which opens this pistol up to even more shooters. Posted on 03/26/2019 5:17:03 AM PDT by w1n1
Thanks to John Moses Browning, his iconic 1911 pistol has been giving us pleasure and serving us for over 100 years and still going strong. Modern day 1911 has new features and more calibers which opens this pistol up to even more shooters.
This is not the complete list but a good starter to get a glimpse at some of the best 1911 pistols currently out in the market for the gun community, competitive shooters and the few serving law enforcement.
Springfield Armory Mil-Spec
The Stainless Steel Mil-Spec is built on a full-size frame and slide. Proper alignment slow and easy squeeze and you will nail your target every time. MSRP $729
Remington's 1911 R1 Stainless
All the features of the 1911 R1, but with the enhanced durability and visual appeal of a stainless steel finish. MSRP $789
Kimber's Micro Carry Stainless
Kimber Quality in a Pocket-Size .380 ACP Package. The Micro Carry in .380 ACP offers the proven 1911 design in a pocket-carry size for the smaller cartridge. MSRP $679
Springfield Armory EMP 4 Lightweight Champion (9mm)
The EMP® came out a smaller, more comfortable, and more concealable package optimized for the smaller 9MM and .40SW calibers. Accuracy out of the 4" commander size barrel groups well at distances out to 15 yards, even when rapidly fired. MSRP $950
Colt Delta Elite (10mm)
The Colt Delta Elite is a modified M1911 pistol, Series 80 configuration, chambered for the 10mm Auto. If you need to watch out for those 4 legged animals that are a threat, then you need to be packing this. MSRP $1100
STI Trojan (9mm)
If you’re into competition shooting then this 1911 is the one most are using. MSRP $1500 Read the rest of best 1911 for the money.
I’m not trying to be that guy but how did Cabot not make this list? Maybe because it’s more of a custom shop and guns begin at over $5K and go into the hundreds of thousands. Nice work if you can get it.
I’m fond of my Para-Ordnance Big Hawg 45
Kimber Pro Raptor in .45, the way God and John Moses Browning intended.
L
I concur with your Raptor opinion, other than the Raptor series are one of Kimber’s more expensive (I have an Ultra Raptor). However, for a value priced high quality 1911, Kimber’s Custom II is my vote for the best at the best price.
4” Kimber Pro Carry II
Big fan of SIG 1911, especially this one in .38 Super.
Here's a source of ivory and mammoth ivory grips.
“Kimber’s Custom II is my vote for the best at the best price.”
I concur. But Mrs. L wanted something pretty. And she wanted us to match. Who was I to argue?
And, just for th record, JMB would have slapped the guy who said “let’s make one in .380” silly.
Best,
L
I have a Remington R1 and love it. It’s very faithful to the original with just a few changes like a modern 3 dot sight and a little bevelling around the trigger guard to make it more comfortable. I specifically did not want a 1911 that was all dolled up with an extra long beaver tail and other add-ons. I’ve found the R1 to be reliable and accurate. For a price of around $600 it was well worth it.
I know a few guys who swear by their relatively cheap but utterly faithful to the original, Rock Island 1911s. I think you can pick one of those up for around $450.
I have a Springfield Armory - very pleased with it - to the point I’ve been considering picking up a second.
Pretty happy w my Colt Series 70, Mk-IV, Gold Cup tricked out for competition.
“And, just for th record, JMB would have slapped the guy who said “let’s make one in .380” silly.”
I think you’re confused, the round used is .38 Super Auto, not the .380 Auto
Take a look at the ballistics
.380 Auto (9mm short) ME 168-220 ft.lb
9mm ME 294-450 ft.lb
.38 Super Auto ME 368-500 ft.lb
“I think you’re confused,”
Nope. The article clearly states that the Kimber Micro is chambered in .380, not .38 Super. JMB would not be pleased.
L
(And no, I don't own one...)
JMB pretty much defined the .380 for the majority of the 20th century with the Colt 1908. A bit large and heavy by current standards, but a fine, reliable gun.
I must have missed that. So what we have is a pistol that is similar to the Sig P238, a copy of which I own and love. My wife has one as well.
“JMB pretty much defined the .380 for the majority of the 20th century with the Colt 1908.”
A rational nation would have a statue of JMB in every single town square from coast to coast.
L
I've also got a Kimber micro 9; the very early Solo CDP model. The Solo is a beautiful little thing, but I rarely shoot it. Even compared to other lightweight micro pistols, the muzzle flip is terrible and hard to control. Plus it stings! Granted, all the tiny 9mm pistols are probably very snappy, but this one seems extra unfriendly.
Kimber SIS. My favorite for on-duty. Unfortunately, lost it and all the others in the boating accident. Rotten luck, I tell ya!
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