So I bought a 1911 this weekend.

[Jizzle]

I bought a used RIA M1911-A1 this weekend at the show in cruces. It's straight GI-Spec. Nothing fancy. But, I couldn't pass it up based on the price and condition. It's very lightly used. And show's no signs of wear on the bore.

I'll post a picture if you like but it's just a plain jane for now.

I need to order an ambi mag release and safety. What has everyone used website wise for parts? Anything that fits a basic GI-Colt or other brand will fit this gun. If you can please provide links.

Also I've been looking at some various holsters. What's the consensus concerning carring a full sized 1911? Slide holster?

[Colt 45]

Congratulations Jizzle, nice gun!

I use a D.M. Bullard Dual Carry for mine.

Max

[Bman505]

The DM is nice . This is the one I have coming for my new Kimber.

http://www.lonestarholsters.com/files/1967224/uploaded/BH49.jpg

Congrats Jizzle.

[Colt 45]

The next time we meet up Jizzle take a look at mine and try it out.

Max

[Colt 45]

So have you taken it out and given it a try yet? I took my Colt 1919 out to the range right after I left the show. I had taken a cleaning kit with me and took it apart, cleaned and oiled it...and then fired it! It shoots great!

Max

[Jizzle]

I did. It shoots very well. I put a couple different types of ammo through it. No issues. I replaced the grips with traditional walnut ones.

[Colt 45]

That's great! I'm sure it looks a lot better now. Shoots well too, but we expected that. Did you try any hollow points?

Max

[Sam]

I think you will find it more than acceptable.
They are actually the only 1911 on the market that is anywhere near true military specification.

The Filipino's take their 45's seriously.


Sam

[Jizzle]

I tried all diff kinds of ammo and no issue what so ever.

Ya sam, I like it a lot. I figured out how to get the safety off during the draw. I think with a little practice it'll be good to go.

[357 S&W]

I am guessing you are drawing it with your left hand. How are you doing it? I have a RIA officers model with the beaver tail safety. Using my thumb to sweep around to the safety is awkward and slow. At some point I will put an Ambi safety on it if I can find a reliable one.

[Colt 45]

Have you tried any hollow point ammo in it?

Max

I tried all diff kinds of ammo and no issue what so ever.

Ya sam, I like it a lot. I figured out how to get the safety off during the draw. I think with a little practice it'll be good to go.

[Jizzle]

ya everything went fine.

[Colt 45]

Great news Jizzle! When are we going to get together so I can try it out? You can also give my 1919 M1911 a try.

Max

[Sam]

Operating left handed the easiest way to disengage the safety is with the trigger finger

[Jizzle]

ya that's what i've been doing. I do it during the draw. it works out, i just need to smooth it out, but that's just practice. no biggie.

[Jizzle]

whenever you wanna shoot max lemme know, you too sam. you should come out and shoot your pistols with us just for fun. how often do you get the chance?

[Colt 45]

How does Saturday look? Sunday afternoon is probably okay too. Let me know what works for you. I should have my other Colt by then.

Max

[Sam]

I'll be working a gun show in Roswell this weekend, off next then an Appleseed on 14-15 in Mayhill

[Colt 45]

This is the only weekend I can do it for some time. The following weekend I am getting a hip replacement so I'll be out of commission for some time.

Max

[Jizzle]

I will give you a call max.

I was out shooting today with a friend and he was sighting in his 30-06. He was zeroing it at 100 yards (not sure why he picked 100). But anyway I decided to pop off a couple rounds with the 1911 at 100 yards and used a trick that sam gave me a long time ago.

It took 6 shots to hit paper. I didn't hit the bullseye but, putting rounds on paper at 100 yards is good enough for me, and we are talking printer sized paper. good times.

[Colt 45]

Wow, not bad at all!

Years ago I used to shoot my Smith & Wesson model 29 (.44 magnum) at 100 yards, so I know how difficult that is. I was happy to hit the paper too!

Max

[Colt 45]

I will give you a call max.

But anyway I decided to pop off a couple rounds with the 1911 at 100 yards and used a trick that sam gave me a long time ago.

It took 6 shots to hit paper. I didn't hit the bullseye but, putting rounds on paper at 100 yards is good enough for me, and we are talking printer sized paper. good times.

You'll have to show me that trick!

Max

[Grampa]

Back to your original question, Brownells is where I get most all of my parts. Actually, Brownells is where I've gotten all my 1911 parts. If you don't want to order using the web site, give them a call. Their customer service has always been excellent. http://www.brownells.com/