Rock Island Armory

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rbl2

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For years I have carried a 9mm semi Norinco. While not the most popular manufacturer or caliber it has proven to be both reliable and accurate. When I practice I can place 8 rounds at 8 yds into a 3" or smaller circle as fast as I can pull the trigger.

This past week I purchased new a Rock Island Armory 1911A1 pistol.

Your thoughts would be appreciated.

I have done some on line research and it appears to be a well made weapon with all the parts of its Colt counterpart being interchangeable. of course you can't believe everything you read.

I have yet to fire it. My dog is having serious heart problems and he needs constant rest so until he either improves or goes to that great possum hunting ground in the sky all my weapons shall remain silent.
 
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rock_Islan ... 911_series

http://www.gundealeronline.com/ARMSCOR- ... /54121.htm

while those are usually basic low cost entry level hand guns, I know a couple people that have them, everyone likes them, but no one raves about the accuracy, and while accuracy is not usually top notch, the guns are reliable from what Ive seen and heard. most of the guys that I know that own one are far more concerned with reliable and dependable function than getting the last fraction of an inch on the target groups

If your looking for an exceptionally accurate yet low cost entry level 45acp, I carried and occasionally still carry a full size 45acp EAA WITNESS
and I see those on sale occasionally for about $450-$500 basically the same price range, but I think the EAA 45acp is a slightly better deal, it holds a couple more cartridges and on average it tends to be a bit more accurate

http://www.ableammo.com/catalog/default ... 3105_13154

http://www.ableammo.com/catalog/product ... s_id=83016

http://www.eaacorp.com/
 
If I were looking for exceptional accuracy I would have spent the extra $$ for a higher grade weapon. If this one will shot a consistent 6" circle, rapid fire, at 8-10 yards I'll be happy as a hog in slop. Beyond that I'm more interested in reliability and durability.

I've read that this weapon requires a break in of up to 500 rounds. I guess I get to have a little fun poppin' paper plates and soda cans, assuming I can hit either.
 
you can speed up the breaking in process with a prior dis-assembly and good cleaning and oiling, of all internal parts every 50-100 shots and a bit of 600 grit wet/dry sand paper on your finger to smooth the feed ramp
 
The weapon has already been disassembled, cleaned, and oiled. I have not polished the feed ramp yet but that's easy enough done. I also have a habit of cleaning a firearm after using it anyhow so that's a given.

Thanks
 
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