STI Tactical SS-which size would you get?

[STXdevilsquid]

I'm wanting to dive into the 1911 world. Always wanted a Kimber covert, but due to the sometimes not always positive reviews on Kimber, I never got one. Everyone seems to love STI and after what I have seen, I'm leaning that way. I am liking the new Tactical SS, but not sure which to pick, 5,4or 3? Not really planning on carry for it, so I'm thinking the 5, plus I've heard 1911s are better at the standard length, wives tale?

 

[matefrio]

First 1911? Standard Length is a great idea.

 

[Das Jared]

5.0 baby, and welcome to the STI owners club. Your jacket is in the mail

sent from my dishwasher

 

[Dawico]

I agree with the 5 but also recommend getting them all.

 

[GLI45]

I'd go for the five inch as a first 1911. You're getting off to a good start with STI. Excellent pistols from a terrific company. Take the plunge, the water's fine.

Obligatory warning: STI pistols can be habit forming!

 

[fuelfather]

Obligatory warning: STI pistols can be habit forming!

TexasRedneck can tell you that.

 

[TexasRedneck]

Agree w/the others - start w/the 5". Unless you're intending to carry, there's really not much reason to go w/a shorted barrel, IMO.

Just remember one thing....LOTS of the keyboard commando's have opinions on shit based on what they've read elsewhere. I *own* Kimbers, and wouldn't hesitate to own another. Having said that, it IS my personal opinion that STI provides the best bang for the buck in any .45 out there right now.

Check w/budsgunshop.com before ya buy - they're usually pretty competitive if they have 'em in stock. Otherwise, I'd go w/Dawson Precision here in Texas - they're competitively priced AND a great bunch to deal with!

 

[SIG_Fiend]

I would go with the Glock.

LOL In all seriousness though, you can't go wrong with an STI. They have the best customer service in the business.

Unless you have any real need for the shorter ones, I would just stick to the 5" to keep it easy. Easier to shoot, longer sight radius, etc.

 

[Brains]

I've been eyeballing an STI Tactical myself. Damn it looks and feels nice. Trying to talk myself into and out of the cash at the same time. Cypress Armory was all too happy to put it in my hand, and it took a fair amount of willpower to hand it back and say I wasn't taking her home

I justified my actions by telling myself I know literally zero about the 1911 platform, beyond reading up on the 'net. I realize the only way to really learn it is to buy one though, and I'm trying to decide. Go cheap and potentially be turned off by a finicky piece? Go a bit more expensive and really know for sure?

 

[Dred]

5" since primary purpose is range. But get yourself a good belt and holster. You may find that 5" carries well for you as well.

STI is a fine choice. I need to run by Cypress. Last time I stopped through he had just begun shooting and trading Wilson's. Good to learn he's stocking STIs now.

My first STI - a 2013 Duty One 5.0 Bushing Barrel in .40 short&weak lands in my hands Thursday.

 

[STXdevilsquid]

I agree with the 5 but also recommend getting them all.

Thank you for all the recommendations, you all are great.

 

[Texasjack]

I have a 3" and a 5" STI; my neighbor has a 4". They all shoot great!

But I have to agree with the others and say your first should be a 5".

 

[kusai]

If its in 6" I would go that way.

 

[XinTX]

If it's not a carry gun, go with the 5". You'll be glad you did. But regardless, you'll be happy with either, or all.