Remington has come out with a new 1911 .45 acp; the first, I'm told, since WWI. I have read some reviews, and it seems to be well received. It also seems to be realistically priced, in the $500 to $600 range...I was just wondering if anyone has one, or is getting one, or has fired one. I really would like a M1911 .45, not necessarily for concealed carry, but to carry in my vehicle. Thoughts anyone?
Remington M1911 acp
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when your looking for a dependable 45acp in the $500-$600 or less range youve got several good choices
the basic model 1911
is an upgraded but basic version of the same 45acp handgun thats been around for years its probably the most customized, and researched combat handgun design available, with a well proven track record when premium ammo's used, but having owned several 45 acp government style hand guns Ive been less than impressed with most of the guns Ive shot as far as accuracy, was concerned (there were a few notable exceptions, but NOT in the basic low cost versions) Ive found that the full size EAA pistol is in my opinion more accurate, on average, a double/single action design, that holds 10 vs 8 cartridges and generally I feel its superior in design, and points more naturally.plus its available with a finish that looks like stainless or brushed nickle that's somewhat resistant to rust
ive seen these Eaa pistols sell NEW for $450-$475 frequently
before anyone selects a pistol or chooses a pistol caliber to use, in that handgun, one would normally expect the purchaser, too think a bit about what the intended use for the pistol would be and if that choice would best match that intended use.
we all have slightly different expectations and a bit of research before making the purchase would certainly not hurt.
the main factor is WHAT DO YOU INTEND TO DO WITH THAT HANDGUN,AND WHAT LIMITATIONS ARE YOU WILLING TO PUT UP WITH,
a couple decades of field experience show that the 40 S&W and 10mm are both effective for self defensive use against human predators,
if the shots are placed into the vitals, the 40 S&W gives up a bit of power to gain a smaller size and less recoil,
but its hotter loads certainly provide you with reasonable lethality against closer range, human threats
something like a EAA 40 S&W or 10mm makes either a very effective defensive tool that could be used for hog hunts ,
the higher capacity and quick reload potential of the semi-auto handgun, might be useful in a gunfight but its unlikely to be a factor hunting,
heres a decent lower cost option
https://www.sportsmansguide.com/pro...-automatic-9mm-45-barrel-161-rounds?a=1835712
now if your going hunting the 10mm has potentially a few hundred extra fps so you gain power, at the cost of less easily concealed size but a bit more punch,but its not the ideal hunting tool, yes it does work , but in my experience, its not ideal.
but its still well under what something like a true hunting tool that you don,t have much use for concealment with like 44 mag, 454 cassul, or 480 ruger could provide for you in a larger and longer range hunting weapon, like a 6"-7.5"-10" ruger , dan wesson,or smith & wesson,revolver
http://www.galleryofguns.com/genie/Defa ... code=33470
http://hunting.about.com/od/guns/l/aasteaapistolsa.htm
http://www.eaacorp.com/handguns-witness ... ll-EI.html
http://www.youtube.com/user/EAACorporat ... AYwDdj-9UY
I carried the eaa witness in 45 acp for over a dozen years as my preferred personal defense pistol and found it dependable and effective even when hunting deer with a pistol
now theres also the 45acp GLOCK,#21, I currently carry a GLOCK #20 in 10mm but the GLOCK 45 acp is a great choice also
http://www.glockworld.com/category/872-Glock_45acp.aspx
http://guns4u.info/?p=756
http://www.theprepared.com/index.php?op ... view&id=90
the basic model 1911
is an upgraded but basic version of the same 45acp handgun thats been around for years its probably the most customized, and researched combat handgun design available, with a well proven track record when premium ammo's used, but having owned several 45 acp government style hand guns Ive been less than impressed with most of the guns Ive shot as far as accuracy, was concerned (there were a few notable exceptions, but NOT in the basic low cost versions) Ive found that the full size EAA pistol is in my opinion more accurate, on average, a double/single action design, that holds 10 vs 8 cartridges and generally I feel its superior in design, and points more naturally.plus its available with a finish that looks like stainless or brushed nickle that's somewhat resistant to rust
ive seen these Eaa pistols sell NEW for $450-$475 frequently
before anyone selects a pistol or chooses a pistol caliber to use, in that handgun, one would normally expect the purchaser, too think a bit about what the intended use for the pistol would be and if that choice would best match that intended use.
we all have slightly different expectations and a bit of research before making the purchase would certainly not hurt.
the main factor is WHAT DO YOU INTEND TO DO WITH THAT HANDGUN,AND WHAT LIMITATIONS ARE YOU WILLING TO PUT UP WITH,
a couple decades of field experience show that the 40 S&W and 10mm are both effective for self defensive use against human predators,
if the shots are placed into the vitals, the 40 S&W gives up a bit of power to gain a smaller size and less recoil,
but its hotter loads certainly provide you with reasonable lethality against closer range, human threats
something like a EAA 40 S&W or 10mm makes either a very effective defensive tool that could be used for hog hunts ,
the higher capacity and quick reload potential of the semi-auto handgun, might be useful in a gunfight but its unlikely to be a factor hunting,
heres a decent lower cost option
https://www.sportsmansguide.com/pro...-automatic-9mm-45-barrel-161-rounds?a=1835712
now if your going hunting the 10mm has potentially a few hundred extra fps so you gain power, at the cost of less easily concealed size but a bit more punch,but its not the ideal hunting tool, yes it does work , but in my experience, its not ideal.
but its still well under what something like a true hunting tool that you don,t have much use for concealment with like 44 mag, 454 cassul, or 480 ruger could provide for you in a larger and longer range hunting weapon, like a 6"-7.5"-10" ruger , dan wesson,or smith & wesson,revolver
http://www.galleryofguns.com/genie/Defa ... code=33470
http://hunting.about.com/od/guns/l/aasteaapistolsa.htm
http://www.eaacorp.com/handguns-witness ... ll-EI.html
http://www.youtube.com/user/EAACorporat ... AYwDdj-9UY
I carried the eaa witness in 45 acp for over a dozen years as my preferred personal defense pistol and found it dependable and effective even when hunting deer with a pistol
now theres also the 45acp GLOCK,#21, I currently carry a GLOCK #20 in 10mm but the GLOCK 45 acp is a great choice also
http://www.glockworld.com/category/872-Glock_45acp.aspx
http://guns4u.info/?p=756
http://www.theprepared.com/index.php?op ... view&id=90
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Coincidentally, I shot this yesterday:
I'd have to agree with Grump. I feel that it chucks a large chunk of lead in general direction and makes big holes when it gets there. Hearsay the accuracy is a widespread issue, particularly as the handgun gets older - I think I read somewhere it had to do with the barrel on a pivot.
My problem was it often requires a “stiff arm†to shoot. I like being firm but fully relaxed. In my standard grip, this absorbs too much energy causing the slide to sometimes jam with a case.
It jammed a couple of times yesterday.
D.
I'd have to agree with Grump. I feel that it chucks a large chunk of lead in general direction and makes big holes when it gets there. Hearsay the accuracy is a widespread issue, particularly as the handgun gets older - I think I read somewhere it had to do with the barrel on a pivot.
My problem was it often requires a “stiff arm†to shoot. I like being firm but fully relaxed. In my standard grip, this absorbs too much energy causing the slide to sometimes jam with a case.
It jammed a couple of times yesterday.D.
http://www.galleryofguns.com/genie/Defa ... ess+Hunter
now if your looking for an exceptionally accurate 45ACP Id suggest this one, Ive only seen a couple but they were all extremely accurate handguns
now if your looking for an exceptionally accurate 45ACP Id suggest this one, Ive only seen a couple but they were all extremely accurate handguns
Ive never heard of the EAA 45 ACP , or the GLOCK 45ACP having problems
I own a EAA 45 acp and have for at least 20 years, I polished the feed ramp a bit to enhance feed reliability, and only use certain bullet designs I know feed smoothly, but Ive never had any problems
http://www.handloads.com/loaddata/defau ... der&Source
I think youll find 8.2 grains of BLUE DOT powder under a good 230 grain bullet to be reliable and accurate
http://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/i ... 0000345177
I own a EAA 45 acp and have for at least 20 years, I polished the feed ramp a bit to enhance feed reliability, and only use certain bullet designs I know feed smoothly, but Ive never had any problems
http://www.handloads.com/loaddata/defau ... der&Source
I think youll find 8.2 grains of BLUE DOT powder under a good 230 grain bullet to be reliable and accurate
http://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/i ... 0000345177