1911’s in general, 9mm versions specifically

[CaptArab]

We need a 1911 shaped rimfire thread.
Ive been shooting rugers for 20+ years and this one takes the cake.

 

[Billogna]

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We need a 1911 shaped rimfire thread.
Ive been shooting rugers for 20+ years and this one takes the cake.

You can always start one!!

 

[JF_Idaho]

Yeah, maybe a browning 1911-22 or a GSG. Other than grip, the ruger mk series doesn't even "look" like a 1911.

 

[CaptArab]

I want this with a tiny 2 inch barrel, no top rail, and an extended rail below the short suppressor friendly barrel for hanging an x300 off

1911 Target 22LR – Vudoo Gun Works

Caliber 22LR Trigger 1911 Trigger, One Piece - Short Webbed Slot Grip 1911 VZ Grips - Operator II Carbon Fiber-Super Scoop-Ambi-beveled Safety 1911 Thumb Safety Frame Color Stainless Steel Slide Color Cerakote - Graphite Black (H146)

vudoogunworks.com

Or this with fo sights

Les Baer Custom Inc.

 

[CaptArab]

Other than grip, the ruger mk series doesn't even "look" like a 1911.

But the grip is correct and the rest sure doesn't suck

 

[RockAndSage]

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We need a 1911 shaped rimfire thread.
Ive been shooting rugers for 20+ years and this one takes the cake.

Anything that could serve as a reasonable training stand-in for 1911-esque guns would be a great thread.

 

[43.6N]

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We need a 1911 shaped rimfire thread.
Ive been shooting rugers for 20+ years and this one takes the cake.

I’m wrapping up a 3k round review on a S&W 22lr.

I’ll turn it into a general “training handgun” type post later today.

I’d love to get your thoughts on your 22 once the thread is up.

 

[Formidilosus]

Will be super interested to hear how this goes - any adjustments to the feed lips or follower, or is this just a straight ammo swap?

No adjustments. About 200 rounds in- works perfectly.

 

[CaptArab]

You can always start one!!

I’d love to get your thoughts on your 22 once the thread is up.

I'm just an unskilled dork that likes nice stuff, please don't over index on my opinion. But these make a pretty happy family and measure fairly close. Volq could use a pinch thicker grips and maybe a touch more mass to feel like a "real gun". Safety also leaves a bit to be desired. Steal can helps add a bit of balance.

 

[RockAndSage]

No adjustments. About 200 rounds in- works perfectly.

That's awesome, and great to know. It's really surprising nobody's producing a reliable extended 9mm 1911 mag yet.

 

[Howler65]

Checking new mags. First bill drill is speed to shoot all X’s on the B8 bull (1.35”). Second is max speed to the black (5.5”).

Both from concealment.

1st= 3.14 sec all rounds in sub 1.5”.

2nd= 1.98 sec, all in the black.

Will be super interested to hear how this goes - any adjustments to the feed lips or follower, or is this just a straight ammo swap?

There is a thread on another Addicts site about stuffing 12 into a 10rd mag...has lots of details if you are curious...

 

[24valve]

The shootability of 9mm 1911's has been discussed quite a bit, but I had an interesting quantitative comparison recently:

I introduced a buddy to bill drills, he shot a couple 8-10 second drills with a glock 29 (10mm), while I was shooting 4-6 second ones with a staccato c. We switched firearms, and then he shot them in 4-6 seconds with my c and I was shooting them in 8-10 with the 10mm.

Obviously neither of us are exceptionally skilled with handguns from those times, but that's a drastic, consistent change in performance across two shooters between the G29 and Staccato C.

(Edited to clarify model of glock)

 

[4th_point]

G26 is 9mm, not 10mm.

G29 maybe?

 

[Dobermann]

Anything that could serve as a reasonable training stand-in for 1911-esque guns would be a great thread.

I'd like to hear more about this too.

One of the large format 'gun press' 1911 books (haven't got it to hand right now) said that their favorite was the Sig 22. While there was a suggestion that the Sig was made by GSG (which I've also heard elsewhere), that author said that the Sig had better fit and finish. FWIW.

I've only seen one GSG at the range, and it's a jam-o-matic, but I think it had some bubba gunsmithing done to it, so that's likely not a fair reference point.

A new shooter at the range recently had a Colt Gold Cup in 22; I think these are made by Walther. His ran fine and the action was smooth. I regret not shooting it ... but if I see him again, I'll be trying to buy it from him - I just don't seem to 'gel' with the ergonomics of my CZ P-07 Kadet. Might pick up a CZ 85 Kadet kit and see what that's like - clearly not a 1911 pattern, but those have all dried up locally lately.

 

[Billogna]

I'd like to hear more about this too.

One of the large format 'gun press' 1911 books (haven't got it to hand right now) said that their favorite was the Sig 22. While there was a suggestion that the Sig was made by GSG (which I've also heard elsewhere), that author said that the Sig had better fit and finish. FWIW.

I've only seen one GSG at the range, and it's a jam-o-matic, but I think it had some bubba gunsmithing done to it, so that's likely not a fair reference point.

A new shooter at the range recently had a Colt Gold Cup in 22; I think these are made by Walther. His ran fine and the action was smooth. I regret not shooting it ... but if I see him again, I'll be trying to buy it from him - I just don't seem to 'gel' with the ergonomics of my CZ P-07 Kadet. Might pick up a CZ 85 Kadet kit and see what that's like - clearly not a 1911 pattern, but those have all dried up locally lately.

The Hammerli Forge H1 22-45 is the same gun as the Colt. Both made by Walther. Mine ran almost perfect for 450 rounds it's first trip out with only one FTE late in the session. It has the exact same feel as a full size 1911 with the same controls. I don't regret the purchase one bit!

 

[24valve]

G26 is 9mm, not 10mm.

G29 maybe?

I believe you're correct, I'm not an expert on all the models of glocks. My post has been edited accordingly.

 

[NSI]

Who's got Springfield EMP experience, particularly in the 4" format?

I've got my bad idea jeans on. Considering a variety of net worth reduction techniques:

1) Convince someone to A-cut one for a COA (is there even enough width?)

2) Convince someone to bury a Bowmar (is there even enough length?)

3) Send to a smith to mill front cocking serrations and install a roll trigger (probably the only rational idea here)

4) Send to a smith to somehow attach a light rail or some other provision to carry with a TLR-7

I should probably just buy a second C but I'm curious about the single stack 9mm reduced grip world.

-J

 

[cubdriver84d]

Who's got Springfield EMP experience, particularly in the 4" format?

I've got my bad idea jeans on. Considering a variety of net worth reduction techniques:

1) Convince someone to A-cut one for a COA (is there even enough width?)

2) Convince someone to bury a Bowmar (is there even enough length?)

3) Send to a smith to mill front cocking serrations and install a roll trigger (probably the only rational idea here)

4) Send to a smith to somehow attach a light rail or some other provision to carry with a TLR-7

I should probably just buy a second C but I'm curious about the single stack 9mm reduced grip world.

-J

You could try a single stack C

 

[Nine Banger]

You could try a single stack C

It's real close in size, NSI.

Jumping in: who do we like for the kind of work you describe? I have a Colt I'd like to have front serrations added, ceracote blown off and an ambi safety installed...I've been procrastinating on doing that last one myself.

 

[cubdriver84d]

Commander length kimber next gen https://www.kimberamerica.com/cds9-...IBpEBOsI3lPBvhhgqgz-PMzE_RZshxW1ZzbPH-Zu090Mu