Best 1911 Under $1000?

[Saltwater60]

After much thought and consideration I have gone with the Springfield Garrison in 9mm blued. When racking it, it was smooth as butter and tight. The blue was done really nicely on this model. It was a high quality model. Chose 9mm due to cost. I have thousands of rounds of 9mm and do not feel going for the extra cash on ammo. I also saw and held the Colt Competition. Also a very nice gun. But $1000 out the store and it was in stainless. Prefer the blued over stainless steel. The Garrison offered the most bang for the buck. Got it $700 online. $740 with transfer fee. Now I have to wait for weeks before I can actually handle it. But at least I’ll have a new toy in January!

Good choice. I’ve never fondled a Springfield 1911 but I’ve heard they are very nice.

 

[Acer-m14]

for a hand crafted colt 45 1911 .. under 200 bucks shipping not included .. from Danao 6 yrs ago

2 min mark ..

 

[dsdmmat]

good choice, hope it treats you well.

 

[MikeyCNY]

I know I'm late, but someone on page 1 mentioned Rugers - they're the only 1911s I have.

SR1911 in .45 ACP (not pictured) and 10mm -



Who needs a mounting rail...

Eventually I'd like to get one in 9mm to round out the trifecta. So many other things on my wish list.

No way I can find the thread now (it was on another gun board), but there was a gunsmith who works on 1911s to create custom guns. When the Ruger SR1911 in .45 ACP first came out he said it was a fantastic starting platform.

Don't shoot either as much as my 9mm guns but they're still fun. I shoot them more than my revolvers at least...

 

[maverick52]

I finally was able to take possession of my brand new Springfield Garrison. First 1911. A real beauty. The blueing is really nice. Tight action. Can’t wait to take it to the range.