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Help me choose a 1911

Discussion in 'Guns & Hunting' started by Deoxide, Aug 20, 2013.

  1. Aug 21, 2013 at 3:46 PM
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    TailDrag

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    Do want.

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  2. Aug 21, 2013 at 3:51 PM
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    The TRP is a sweet gun but the Marine corp freaking awsome. When i bought my loaded model it was because i couldnt afford a TRP. But all was well because i basically got a TRP without the markings and black t finish. I thought about sending it to springfield and having it armory coated due to the hot summers and humidity here in TX.
     
  3. Aug 21, 2013 at 3:54 PM
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    Yeah I think the MC is more of what I am looking for and it's a little easier on the wallet. Now to find one!
     
  4. Aug 21, 2013 at 3:55 PM
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    One thing about Kimbers that bothers the crap out of me is its supposedly a custom gun and in the end they throw a plastic mainspring housing on it. If it gets dropped it will probaly bust. Thats no bueno for me.
     
  5. Aug 21, 2013 at 3:58 PM
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  6. Aug 21, 2013 at 4:06 PM
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    Average quality small parts and plastic MSH is my main gripes with Kimber. They make great guns, but for the $1000-1400 range the parts aren't reflective of their price tag.
     
  7. Aug 21, 2013 at 4:37 PM
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    It's seen a fair share of use.
     
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  9. Aug 21, 2013 at 5:13 PM
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    I just punched it in yahoo and thats one that came up.
     
  10. Aug 21, 2013 at 5:24 PM
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    ive sold the 2 kimbers i owned and will never ever buy another. was the first 1911 i bought when i was a noob and knew nothing. what a mistake lol

    edit: waaaaay over priced mistake
     
  12. Aug 21, 2013 at 6:50 PM
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    I get a kick out of all the kimber haters!!

    You do pay more for the "NAME". Thats because like "TACOMA" or "Snap on" the brand is associated with desired properties, wether it's quality, performance, or something else there is a reason the "NAME" can demand and receive a higher price or they wouldn't be in business very long!!

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  13. Aug 21, 2013 at 7:06 PM
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    my MSH is metal but it couldve been swapped by the previous owner
     
  14. Aug 21, 2013 at 7:30 PM
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    Yours may be metal but i tell you what they are great at making plastic look like metal.
     
  15. Aug 21, 2013 at 7:31 PM
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    Tactical Ultra II with external extractor and zero issues thus far

    paid $550 with 8 mags, a good bit of ammo, and 2 holsters
     
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    like i said...it could be aftermarket because I bought the gun 2nd hand
     
  17. Aug 22, 2013 at 10:17 AM
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    Pachmayr wrap arounds?! :facepalm:
     
  18. Aug 22, 2013 at 10:20 AM
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    There is a commander version of the m1911 and it is all stainless steel
     
  19. Aug 22, 2013 at 10:36 AM
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    I rest my case for sake of my mental health.
     
  20. Aug 22, 2013 at 10:37 AM
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    TailDrag

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    And finally a confirmation to my suspicion. :facepalm:
     

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