1911

[collier281]

your input on the Remington 1911 r-1 w/4.25" barrel vs. armscor 1911 tactical w/ 4"barrel
thanks

 

[Aguila Blanca]

Armscor for the win.

 

[WVsig]

Neither but of the 2 mentioned RIA/Armscor.

 

[triplebike]

Another vote for the RIA.

 

[Aguila Blanca]

FWIW, I believe Armscor (Rock Island) changed the barrel length on their mid-size ("MS") pistols from 4" to 4-1/4" about a year ago.

 

[collier281]

r-1 vs. armscor

what is the major difference between the 2 firearms?
thanks

 

[Navistar]

I bought a RIA that had to be sent back 3 times. On the 3rd, they gave me my money back. Great customer service and it seems most people don't have the issues I did.

On the other hand, Remington is made in the US of A

 

[LockedBreech]

After the R-51 fiasco, coupled with Big Green's ongoing reputation for drain-circling quality control, I honestly don't know the next time I'll be able to trust a Remington product.

 

[Todd1700]

I can only tell you my experience with the Stainless Remington R1 that I purchased. I have put about 250 rounds through it so far without a single hiccup. I have used cheap aluminum hulled 230gr Federal FMJ, 230gr Federal hydra shocks, and 230 grain Winchester PDX1 defenders. It has eat them all without missing a beat. It's accurate and the fit and finish seem great to me. I like the sights which are big and easy to see. I have heard some criticisms of the trigger but it seems fine to me.

 

[Aguila Blanca]

what is the major difference between the 2 firearms?
thanks

The major difference is that Armscor has been making 1911s for several decades, and they know how to cut a frame bridge correctly.

Remington? Maybe they've learned, but the ones I've seen photos of look like the internals were carved out with a Dremel wielded by a drunk.

 

[joe-lumber]

Remington Concealed Carry CMD

I have a Remington Concealed Carry CMD and have had no problems. I shoot 9mm, 40mm and 45 Cal and I will say the 45's are the most fun for me. I have a Sig 1911 full size but my favorite is the CMD size.

 

[KyJim]

Remington? Maybe they've learned, but the ones I've seen photos of look like the internals were carved out with a Dremel wielded by a drunk.

So, custom, hand-fitted parts . . .

 

[WVsig]

So, custom, hand-fitted parts . . .

Remington=Bubba style!

 

[Microgunner]

I own three RIA 1911s. All have been great, trouble free pistols.

 

[lefty620]

Rock Island, i personally see no point in buying much else unless you're going to splurge and go for a Les Baer, Ed Brown, or a Colt

 

[WVsig]

You might consider the Ruger Commander.

 

[fiveninestexas]

For me, the next time I buy a Remington product will be the day when there is absolutely nothing else available and the last gun in my inventory has completely quit working.