Is Rock Island 380 A good gun?

380 rounds are competent man-stoppers, especially when aimed accurately and sent through a 3 ¾-inch barrel. Due to the Baby Rock’s blowback design, shooters with weaker hands might find the slide a bit tough to retract. It’s not hard by any stretch and it’s very smooth, but it’s not as easy as a regular 1911.

Is the Rock Island 1911 any good?

The Rock has earned a good reputation and some affection among shooters. It is arguably the least expensive 1911 in the world that offers good reliability. There are higher-grade versions with Novak-type sights, an extended beavertail safety and ambidextrous thumb safety.

Why are Rock Island guns cheap?

The way we see it, everyone should have the right and the means to shoot. That’s why we build so much value into our products. It’s not about cutting corners to make a less expensive gun. It’s about delivering performance at a price that makes shooting affordable.

What’s the difference between a 380 and a 9mm?

9mm and . 380 ACP cartridges — both popular choices for self-defense rounds — have the same diameter, but a 9mm round is longer. 380 ACP round is cheaper and easier to handle and conceal, while the 9mm is more powerful overall.

How big is the 1911 Rock Island pistol?

Armscor Baby Rock 1911 380 ACP 3.75″ Barrel Rubber Grips Parkerized 7rd – $384.99 Armscor Baby 1911 380 ACP Semi-Auto Pistol, 3.75″ Barrel, Rubber Grips, Parkerized Finish, 7rd – Armscor 51912 Don’t be fooled by its size. The Baby Rock .380 is huge! Performance-wise, that is.

Is the 1911 380 the same size as the Baby Rock?

It is not just a “chopped off” 1911. It is definitely a shrunken 1911, however not with a barrel link. I have heard 3/4 sized but it feels smaller. If you have a little time, look up Gun Test magazine’s test of a few .380s, including the Baby Rock. They give it their top rating. It is also all metal, ordinance steel.

What kind of gun is Rock Island Armory Baby Rock?

Rock Island Armory has introduced a gun it would like you to try out. The Baby Rock is a shrunken 1911-style pistol chambered for the soft-shooting .380 ACP cartridge. With the handling of the traditional Browning design, the compact pistol offers a smaller package and less recoil than its venerable predecessor.

What’s the price of a 1911 Baby Rock?

Honey, I shrunk the 1911. But it’s OK, because the price and reliability of this RIA Baby Rock .380 rock the house! Getting a compact 1911 to run reliably can be a combination of science and black magic, but Rock Island Armory has done just that with the new Baby Rock.