Buying lots of guns

[GI-John]

So this neighboring Unit gave us the heads up on some good deals on buying Para 1911s in bulk and getting great deals and bundles including engravings, extra mags. etc etc.

My platoon wants to follow suit. They also bulk ordered DPMS ar15s, Ofcourse the ffl was included in expenses. I want in but am not leaning towards the PARA. Has anyone else bulk ordered with a group. What was your selection?

 

[Jason]

My cousin has a Para with some engraving on it from one of those military group orders, but I don't remember the details...

 

[Texas1911]

I'm not a fan of Para. Why doesn't the Texas National Guard order from a Texas 1911 manufacturer. I know of one local unit that did.

 

[ftw13]

I'd pass on both of those brands,imho of course

 

[Hawghauler]

It would be fun to have an engraved firearm that is linked to a unit. Also a nice heirloom for GI John Jr. Have you guys been deployed? It would be nice to engrave your combat patch on it. I have never owned or shot a Para Ordinance, but I understand they are good shooters and good quality.

 

[streakpi]

Guess the only downside is that you can't deploy with the gun. Great idea though, even if you only get grips engraved and shared within your Platoon. I think the cost of the weapons would limit many of those who cannot afford a $1000-$1500 weapon...well at least PRIOR to deployment )

 

[SIG_Fiend]

I wouldn't personally waste money on a Para when there are other brands out there around the same price (Kimber, Springfield, etc) that are much higher quality. If you look around out there, Para's have a long history of poor quality control and parts failures.