Are Ria 1911 any good?

In short, the RIA GI 1911 is an adequate performer on the range, though you should not expect competition grade accuracy out of it either.

Is Rock Island 1911 a mil-spec?

Most RIA models are targeted at the low-end price point of the 1911 pistol market and are basic entry level MIL-SPEC versions of 1911, however, the RIA Tactical, Compact, and Match models offer additional higher-end features.

How much is a Springfield 1911 Mil-Spec?

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What is a mil-spec 1911?

The Springfield Armory® 1911 Mil-Spec Semi-Auto Pistol replicates the GI issue 1911-A1, with an arched mainspring housing and a standard spur hammer and grip safety, though constructed of modern steel machined to CNC tolerances. The slide and frame are constructed of carbon steel and have a parkerized finish.

Is it OK to dry fire a Rock Island 1911?

Never point the firearm at anything you do not intend to shoot. Do not even insert your finger in the trigger guard until you are ready to shoot. Avoid dry firing even with dummy cartridges, unless the same is performed on a regular target range or at a known inanimate target.

Are Rock Island 1911 forged or cast?

Our 1911 Frames are Cast 4140 Carbon Steel and our Slides are Forged 4140 Steel.

Who makes the most 1911?

Colt Combat Elite Colt has been making 1911s longer than anyone else, but they also know how to give the 1911 just the right modern touch. This Colt 1911 with wood grips is a favorite among national match competition and sport shooters worldwide, it sells for $1,149.

What is a mil spec gun?

Mil-Spec is an abbreviated term that stands for “military specification.” For a firearm to be Mil-Spec, every aspect has to meet criteria defined by the military to often include dimensions, materials, testing of parts, etc. A Mil-Spec part and/or small arm system is ultimately approved by a U.S. government inspector.

What size is a Springfield 1911?

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Which 1911 does the military use?

The pistol served as the standard-issue sidearm for the United States Armed Forces from 1911 to 1985. It was widely used in World War I, World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War….M1911 pistol.

Can you dry fire a Springfield 1911?

Guns like the 1911 with its robust firing pin can dry fire for a 1,000 rounds with no problem—but do keep them lubed well. Dummy rounds and snap caps are useful dry fire practice tools.

Is the Springfield Armory 1911 mil spec correct?

In many ways, and more than others, Springfield Armory’s 1911 Mil-­Spec is an accurate representation of the original M1911A1. The trigger length is correct (albeit with an incorrect serrated shoe), the triggerguard is correct, as is the grip safety and arched mainspring housing.

How big is the barrel of a Springfield M1911A1?

It could be argued that Springfield Armory’s 1911 Mil-­Spec is a modern version of the original M1911A1. In terms of dimensions and capacity, the Springfield pistol stays true to the real M1911A1; it has a 5-­inch barrel, measures 8.6-­inches long and comes with two, flush-­fit, 7-­round magazines.

Where did the original M1911A1 pistol come from?

The double-­diamond grips honor the original M1911 checkered walnut stocks, but feature Springfield Armory’s cross-­cannon logo that harkens back to the federal armory located in Springfield, Massachusetts, which closed in 1968. It could be argued that Springfield Armory’s 1911 Mil-­Spec is a modern version of the original M1911A1.

Which is the best 1911 pistol to buy?

1 Rock Island Armory 1911. I shot my first Rock Island Armory pistol during SHOT 2017. 2 Springfield Armory Mil-Spec. Springfield Armory makes great guns, even though many people believe they could do less stamping on them (think “Grip Zone” on the XD Mod 2). 3 Remington R1. 4 Ruger SR1911.