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Feb 24, 2011 · That includes suggesting what type of ammo to use. As far as the Hornady +p ammo, it will not hurt the gun. 1911's are strong guns, and they can take a variety of different powered ammo, from 9mm all the way up to the .460 Rowland conversion kits. The key to keeping them running is using appropriate weight recoil springs.
Aug 18, 2015 · #4 · Aug 18, 2015. Round-nosed FMJ will always be the most reliable round for any semi-auto handgun. In an urban environment you still want to use JHP ammo, but which one is the most reliable depends on your individual pistol. Try to find one with a rounded, FMJ-like bullet ogive for a start.
- Pros & Cons
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- Who Is It for?
- Fit & Feel
- How Does It Shoot?
- What Sets It Apart?
- By The Numbers
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- Verdict
Pros
1. Affordable at under $500 2. Reliable after break-in period 3. Decent Parkering finish
Cons
1. More recoil than a full-size 1911 2. GI sights (if you get the GI model) 3. More annoying method of removing guide rod
The Bottom Line
Great first 1911 if you want a fully functional and reliable one for under $500. But keep in mind there’s some downsides and that you’ll need some break-in.
Action Type:Single ActionBarrel Length:4.25″Capacity:8+1-RoundCartridge:45 Auto (ACP)Rock Island Armory (RIA) manufacturers their 1911s in the Philippines and passes on the savings to us. When I ask people about RIA…words like “affordable” and “best-bang-for-the-buck” always come up. I’ve handled them in stores since it seemed all the local gun shops around me had them. But my first chance shooting them was at SHOT Show 2017. And b...
If you’re looking at a pretty faithful reproduction of the first generation of 1911s…you can’t go wrong with Rock Island. The midsize is the original “commander” size. Or if you just really want a 1911 but don’t have a lot of cash…the GI is a great place to start.
Of course, when most 1911s are much more expensive (check out our Best 1911sarticle), you’re going to have to cut some things. The parkerizing (black coating) was great and I couldn’t find anything that was too thick or too thin. But you can see the machining marks at some angles…like at the curve of the slide top. And personal gripe…it doesn’t hav...
The .45 ACP round has some kick (Best .45 Ammo for Plinking and Self Defense). And when you have a shorter barreled handgun…you’re going to feel it more. So I expectedit. It wasn’t excessive…but it wasn’t fun either. I don’t think I could shoot more than 100 rounds in one range session.
We’ve gone through this a bunch…the price! Where else can you get a full 1911 for under $500 from a reputable company that stands behind their product?
Reliability: 4.5/5 Some reliability issues in the beginning but fine after 50 rounds and magazine break-in. Accuracy: 3/5 It’s not the barrel or the handgun…it’s the standard GI sights. Ergonomics: 4/5 I love the feel of 1911s and this captures that. The shorter barrel is also easier to move between targets. But the hammer bite kind of sucks. Looks...
As it comes in the GI model there’s not too much you can do. But it’s still a 1911 and if you end up with another model you can check out our Best 1911 Upgrades article. However with a standard GI you’re still able to add some gizmos…check out our guide How to Add Lights & Lasers to Your Unrailed 1911. Oh…and of course you can never go wrong with m...
The Rock Island 1911 is a great starter-priced 1911 around $500 that maintains the look of a standard GI model with decent parkerizing and surprisingly good trigger. But beware of some initial break-in, potential for hammer bite, and terrible GI sights. So…am I purchasing the RIA 1911 GI Midsize? No…but if I could get one of their full-size Tactica...
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Jan 17, 2017 · All the recent reviews (<2 years old) of the Sarco kits pointed to a mix of generic no name parts and rode hard surplus. I couldn't find any reviews of the RI kits that weren't 5-7 years old. I've owned 3-4 Rock Island GI models over the years and had a pretty good idea of the quality of the parts so I took a deep breath and ordered the full ...
Nov 2, 2023 · Final Verdict. The 1911 A1 US Army from Tisas is a cool throwback to a firearm that helped win two world wars. It’s a faithful reproduction of that pistol, as designed and improved upon by John Moses Browning. The pistol is reliable with the right ammo, accurate enough, and won’t break the bank.
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May 13, 2024 · See 3,000+ New Gun Deals HERE. 8. Can a 1911 use +P+ ammunition? While some 1911 pistols can handle +P+ ammunition, which is loaded to even higher pressures than +P rounds, its usage is not advised as it may accelerate wear and tear on the firearm. 9. Can a 1911 use frangible ammunition?
Aug 13, 2023 · Obviously, 1911s in .22 exist, and one of the most affordable is the GSG 1911-22. Popular .22 LR Ammo. This little fella is a simple blowback firearm that tends to cycle reliably as long as it's kept clean. Unsurprisingly, .22 LR tends to be dirty, so CLP is required to keep the 1911-22 running.
