WTB 1911 9mm

[JonFrankMc]

I'm looking for a 1911 in 9mm.

Only really interested in commander size so 4-4.25" length with full size grip.

Also rather have Novak/adjustable rear sights.

So 2 guns that seem to be at the top of the list are:

Springfield range officer champion

Rock island TCM MS combo.

I could also do Metro Arms commander, love my commander .45, but can't stand the roll marks.

I'd even be interested someone's parts bin jobber.

My goal is to find one that make be an ugly duckling on the outside since I want to duracote it.

PM or post if you have something.

Thanks
Jon

 

[JonFrankMc]

Well it seems that my options are limited for a commander sized 9mm with a full grip without moving up to the DW, kimber monies.

For the sake of having a solid platform that I can comfortably get custom work to later on down the road, I'm looking for a springer RO Champion.

http://www.springfield-armory.com/products/1911-range-officer-champion-9mm/#

Thoughts?

 

[jrbfishn]

Ain't nothing wrong with a RO. I would like one myself.

But I still love my Rock Island.

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[Charlie]

budsgunshop.com Close to, if not the best prices and business practices I've encountered. They are quick and honest, in my opinion. And their "free shipping" does not mean "elevated price". Give them a look.

 

[JonFrankMc]

Ain't nothing wrong with a RO. I would like one myself.

But I still love my Rock Island.

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I'd get one, honestly. But for a 4" 9mm it seems I have to get the combo with 22TCM barrel. Not knocking it but I don't see paying for it if I probably won't use that round.

budsgunshop.com Close to, if not the best prices and business practices I've encountered. They are quick and honest, in my opinion. And their "free shipping" does not mean "elevated price". Give them a look.

Have bought 2 guns from Buds. Super easy transactions. Couldn't be happier.

Thanks guys.

 

[Charlie]

The only trouble with Bud's is they have so many guns and so many deals (their "Make Offer" deal can save you some money) that it's very difficult to come to a final decision about what you want to buy!

 

[dtownmj]

Jon Frank

In the same boat as you. have been looking for MONTHS for the right gun. I shouldve bought a colt commmander 9mm model o4662xse when they were still in production for 3 months this year. Im looking for a 9mm 1911 commander size as well. RIA makes one with a tactical rail and double stack, but i fear it is too "fat" for my liking

 

[JonFrankMc]

It's so frustrating!

I would think it would be a popular combination.

 

[scap99]

Check out the STI lineup. They may have something in a single stack and 4" bbl.

I've got their double stack 5" in 9mm and it puts a big shit eating grin on everyone's face that has ever pulled the trigger.

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[jrbfishn]

I'd get one, honestly. But for a 4" 9mm it seems I have to get the combo with 22TCM barrel. Not knocking it but I don't see paying for it if I probably won't use that round.



Have bought 2 guns from Buds. Super easy transactions. Couldn't be happier.

Thanks guys.

I called that new shop in Round Rock a couple weeks ago. He said he could get a RIA 4 in 9mm with adjustable sights. About $575-$600 IIRC. Can't tell mine is a three inch when shooting it. Accurate and very little recoil compared to a Glock.

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[Younggun]

I'd get one, honestly. But for a 4" 9mm it seems I have to get the combo with 22TCM barrel. Not knocking it but I don't see paying for it if I probably won't use that round.



Have bought 2 guns from Buds. Super easy transactions. Couldn't be happier.

Thanks guys.

Although somewhat of a novelty, 22 TCM is a freakin blast to shoot and almost no recoil. Shooting at dusk is especially fun.

Understandable if you can't justify it, but damn it's fun.

Only downside is you have to adjust sights for either TCM or 9mm.


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[JonFrankMc]

Alright guys. Surely someone has a 9mm Springfield range officer in their safe that can go to another home.

 

[Charlie]

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=1911+9mm&x=10&y=9

 

[JonFrankMc]

Thanks Charlie. Have looked a ton but overlooked the rock being it was listed API.

Is the springer worth $180 more? I realize this question is relatively subjective.

 

[jrbfishn]

Personally, I have been lusting after both of those. Will probably get the Rock first though.

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[coachrick]

I really should NOT be following this thread!

 

[Charlie]

Thanks Charlie. Have looked a ton but overlooked the rock being it was listed API.

Is the springer worth $180 more? I realize this question is relatively subjective.

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Probably not (are you sure it's $180 more, I didn't do the math), but I think us gun people should buy what we like.

 

[Charlie]

Like most guns, if you closed your eyes and shot both, you probably could not tell the difference.

 

[dtownmj]

Not to hijack thread but i was able to get my dream 1911 last wk. the gun was only in production for 3 months this year and sold out everywhere by july. I was able to get it when a store online got 2 back in stock, sold out in 40 min. Colt commander 9mm 1911 lightweight

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[jrbfishn]

Sweet.

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