Springfield 1911 questions

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GreenDragon

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It's now been 9 1/2 weeks since my Kimber was ordered and I think it may be time to give up. I've been thinking about ordering a Springfield (compact SS) and wanted to know how much of a difference there is between the standard and the loaded models, price and features. Also, what is the story with the two piece barrels? Do both guns have them and what makes them so horrible?
thanks,
Josh
 
I bought a basic Springfield 1911-a1 some years ago. Since then, I had it modified for Limited Class competition. It's seen a lot of matches and a lot of rounds through it. Were I to purchase another 1911, It would most likely be a Springfield. I'm sure tickled with it.

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johnnyb
 
GreenDragon:
What kind of Kimber did you order? I have a matte blued Compact with walnut grips that I may want to sell, if I can get out of it what I put into it. It's 100% reliable, fired 100 rnds, just need the cash.

[This message has been edited by Ricky T (edited February 18, 2000).]
 
Probably not Ricky, I really want a S/S finish.

Guys: Should I get the Standard or the Loaded? How many different features are there and are they worth the price?
 
I have a SA Champion and my wife has an Ultra-Compact (both loaded) We have both enjoyed our guns thoroughly, and while not quite as accurate as one-piece barrel types, they run like swiss timepieces and are plenty accurate for defense and IDPA. I think you get a lot for the "loaded" price, and while it's not "custom tuned" it's better than a stock piece...at least to me. If you get a SA, I think you'll like it!
 
I bought a Springfield loaded last Saturday. I am pleased with the fit, feel, and finish. I think they are great pistols (obviously, I bought one). Get one for yourself. You will be glad you did.
 
I am VERY pleased with mine. I have the fullsize stainless loaded model (PX 9151). I have shot 500 rounds through it with only 1 FTF. (due to a bad reload). I shoot it much better than I do either of my SIGS P220 or P226. Think you will like it.

Nathan..
 
I've had extensive experience with both the Springfield and the Kimber. Here are my thoughts:

The Springfield is an excellent gun for the money, especially with the Loaded features. Fit and finish are good to excellent, and every one I have seen has functioned reliably out of the box (after a few hundred round break-in.) The only downside to the Springfield is that it comes with SHARP corners! If you intend to use this gun extensively or carry it, be prepared to have it deburred and refinished. The blue does not resist rust very well, and I have already found rust spots on two Springfields after less than a year from the factory.

The Kimber is superb. Fit and finish is excellent. After a few hundred rounds, the plunger tube came off the gun (bad crimp) but a quick trip to my local smith fixed that (didn't want to ship my new toy off to Kimber.) Finish is more robust than the Springfield, and attention to minute detail is superior. Also, the gun has hardly any false edges, and the dovetailed front sight is a nice touch.

Both guns came with crisp triggers with little or no creep. The trigger on the Kimber's was lighter, but both break cleanly w/o any aftermarket work.

I recommend both, but you definitely get some very nice extras with the Kimber (w/ extra cost, of course.)
 
By "two-piece barrel" I am assuming you mean two piece GUIDE ROD placed to accomodate the tapered bull barrel.Other than a little extra effort in disassembly,nothing is wrong with them provided they stay in one piece...
 
1911heaven, never assume. The Springfield has a two piece barrel. From looking at mine, it appears that the chamber and barrel are machined seperately, and then fitted together. It hasn't affected the operation of mine, or of any others that I have heard of.

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