Anyone here into firearms?

Red__Zed · 02-14-2013, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Joepro

fantastic gun, its the 5.25 comp, I am by no means a good shot, but with that gun, I am better. Just got the 1911 recently, hasn't even been run yet

I've been lusting after one and hesitant to pull the trigger. I sold my XD service and still have an XD subcompact--torn as to whether to go larger with a 5.25 XDm or smaller with the XDs....decisions decisions.

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

How do you like the springfield???

I'm, considering getting a Full size springfield 1911 and emp in 9mm.

I won't presume to speak for him, but I sold my Springfield 1911 for a cheaper RIA that I am much happier with.

UNKNOWN_370 · 02-16-2013, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

I've been lusting after one and hesitant to pull the trigger. I sold my XD service and still have an XD subcompact--torn as to whether to go larger with a 5.25 XDm or smaller with the XDs....decisions decisions.

I won't presume to speak for him, but I sold my Springfield 1911 for a cheaper RIA that I am much happier with.

Pro's and cons??? I have an RIA GI. It was the first gun i bought in Tx.

Red__Zed · 02-16-2013, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

Pro's and cons??? I have an RIA GI. It was the first gun i bought in Tx.

The GI is very different than the stainless I have, but these are my brief thoughts as typed from my phone.

For me, the Springfield was very picky and the action is comparatively fragile. My idea of a 1911 requires a bit more durability, and if I want something to look pretty i will get a kimber.

I've not had a single FTF with the RIA SS, even after it spent 4 weeks in my pants. Comparatively, the SA would get finicky after 2-3 days of carry.

I shots marginally better with the SA, I think tied mostly to the improved sights, but the guns both shot well in my mind. If the SA was less finicky I'd still have it--it's a great gun and well priced for what it offers. It just didn't have the reliability I wanted.