SR1911 vs other brands???This is a discussion on SR1911 vs other brands??? within the Ruger Pistols forums, part of the Pistol & Revolver Forum category; Since so many companies make a 1911, what makes the Ruger SR1911 any different? Thanks....
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September 11th, 2012, 02:24 PM
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| SR1911 vs other brands???
Since so many companies make a 1911, what makes the Ruger SR1911 any different? Thanks.
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September 11th, 2012, 03:17 PM
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Nothing, actually, and that's the beauty of the SR1911. It's faithful to the basic 1911 design. Ruger refrained from adding a one piece guide rod, ambi safety, firing pin safety or a lot of other add ons. It's what a 1911 should be - rugged, reliable, simple, solid, all metal and wood. Did I mention that every part is made in the U.S.A.? That doesn't hurt, either.
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September 11th, 2012, 03:28 PM
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I'm not a 1911 expert but the what makes the SR1911 different:
1. It is not a super-tuned, tight clearance, expensive custom gun.
2. It is not a loose clearance, bottom rung el-cheapo.
For me, it's the "Goldilocks" 1911. Because it's not a super tight clearance 1911, the SR1911 is not ammo sensitive. Because it's not a bottom rung loose clearance 1911, it's not a wobbly inaccurate mess. The SR1911 is a good, American made pistol that is an unbelievable good value for the dollar.
The SR1911 is a Series 70 with a titanium firing pin, meaning no fiddly Series 80 firing pin safety. That makes the SR1911 a thousand times easier to fully disassemble and reassemble.
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September 11th, 2012, 03:34 PM
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One thing that Ruger does that I definitely consider an improvement is the plunger tube being cast integral to the frame. I have seen plunger tubes break on other 1911s.  | |
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September 11th, 2012, 03:42 PM
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I am looking to purchase a 1911 in my near future and am looking between the SR1911 and one of the Kimbers. The more I read about the SR1911 and its reviews the more I am leaning towards it. Kimber from what I hear is a great quality firearm but is a bit pricey compared to the SR1911 which is another great quality firearm but at a more reasonable price. NOW to find one in stock at a LGS is a challenge.
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September 11th, 2012, 04:05 PM
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I know it's harder to get a hold of one then any other 1911 brand  | |
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September 11th, 2012, 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Gun Fun  Since so many companies make a 1911, what makes the Ruger SR1911 any different? Thanks. | This is a good question.I was wondering about it compared to Remington
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September 11th, 2012, 04:28 PM
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Remington from what I hear are good for their rifles, shotguns, and ammo. The brands to look at for 1911s are Kimber, Ruger, SW, and Colt.
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September 11th, 2012, 04:31 PM
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Other brands make a 1911 also ??
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September 11th, 2012, 04:32 PM
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I have both a Kimber and SR1911. To get a Kimber that's like SR1911 be prepared to shell around $1300, and all you get is a gun that's a little tighter. My Kimber is aluminum frame which makes it a little lighter. But the main spring housing is plastic and no barrel bushing. Nice gun but would trade it before my SR1911. By the way the Kimber was $900.
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September 11th, 2012, 04:33 PM
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Originally Posted by bhefley59 Other brands make a 1911 also ?? | I am sure that was sarcastic! | |
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September 11th, 2012, 04:36 PM
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Originally Posted by gmsoapy I have both a Kimber and SR1911. To get a Kimber that's like SR1911 be prepared to shell around $1300, and all you get is a gun that's a little tighter. My Kimber is aluminum frame which makes it a little lighter. But the main spring housing is plastic and no barrel bushing. Nice gun but would trade it before my SR1911. By the way the Kimber was $900. | See that just says it all. Ruger SR1911 here I come......when I have the $$$ and when it gets back in stock at LGS!
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September 11th, 2012, 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Tiger Ruger Remington from what I hear are good for their rifles, shotguns, and ammo. The brands to look at for 1911s are Kimber, Ruger, SW, and Colt. | Oh I thought Remington made a 1911 also.
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September 11th, 2012, 04:43 PM
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Remington also makes the 1911 but I am saying Remington is more known for their rifles and shotguns.
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September 11th, 2012, 04:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Tiger Ruger I am sure that was sarcastic! | When I got my SR1911 the first stop was my buddy's house. He has three Kimbers and a couple other brands I know one is a Smith .
We took it apart to clean it , I wanted to know what he thought and I knew he would tell me . He dose not like cheap copy's. I held my breath till he said "Wow this is a very well built gun! I got to get me one of these!"
So I'm very happy with it , 1000 + no problems !
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