Rock Island 1911 XT-22

[NHT3]

Anyone interested in pics of the new XT-22? I've got about 500 rounds through it now and can only say that it puts the other 1911/22 platforms to shame.. REAL 1911 frame, all steel tack driving machine.. the backstop at ITP will never be the same.

 

[88E30M50]

I need to check one of those out. I love the Rock I have and would not mind adding a less expensive choice in 1911s.

 

[SubicWarrior1988]

Just got mine today, took it to the range and it's my favorite range pistol. I like it much better than the Ruger MKII that I still hold in the highest regard.

The Rock Island XT22 may be the best value I've ever received in the purchase of a pistol. It even fit perfectly in my SuperTuck and in my hands is much more accurate that the Ruger.

Winning.

 

[BrandonHtwo0]

Curious

Just curious - how much did this run you aroundabout?

Good looking pistol - i'm in the market for a 1911 and definately want the option to do .22 LR from it, but I've heard the conversion kits from Kimber are spotty at best. This might be a good option.

 

[SubicWarrior1988]

I purchased mine from Davidson online and had it shipped to Four Guns in Lafayette. Their price was $477+tax.

I had to think long and hard before spending 500 bucks on an unknown pistol, but I've been really impressed by the Rock Island products in general. I feel like they are the best bang for your buck in the 1911 world.

I'd decided to get the Kimber 22 conversion, but then got cold feet. The biggest thing for me was that I didn't want to stick the conversion on my Colt and possibly create odd wear surfaces.

So, I checked out the GSG, but did not like the alloy construction.

The RIA XT22 is an all steel pistol that will most likely provide a lifetime of service. The thing that sealed the deal is that I went to WalMart and 45 ammo jumped, AGAIN, and is now $41 for a box of WWB/ 100 ct.

I know people are emotional about new guns, but this one has won me over and is my favorite shooting pistol. It's scary accurate.

I love this pistol.

 

[SubicWarrior1988]

a couple of pics

The rock

 

[El-Cigarro]

Nice looking gun, Fellas! I'd like to get a set of grips like that for my RIA .45.

 

[Colt556]

Very interesting design. I bet the fixed bbl adds a bit to the accuracy. I like the looks of the gun and while keep my eyes peeled to inspect one soon. Nice oics and thanx for posting.

 

[SubicWarrior1988]

If there's some sort of informal shoot coming up, I'd be happy to bring along my pistol if you're interested in putting some rounds down range.

just a thought.

 

[SubicWarrior1988]

Nice looking gun, Fellas! I'd like to get a set of grips like that for my RIA .45.

I'm a little surprised that RIA hasn't put the double diamonds on their 45's yet.

 

[Colt556]

If there's some sort of informal shoot coming up, I'd be happy to bring along my pistol if you're interested in putting some rounds down range.

just a thought.

Cmon down to Indy and we can go out o MCFG and try out all our various 22s.

 

[Drakkule]

I'm a little surprised that RIA hasn't put the double diamonds on their 45's yet.

That's the first thing i did to all of my RIA 1911's, i do not like there standard grips at all.

 

[GLOCK1982]

Good to know that it performs well. A .22 1911 style pistol is on my list. Good info guys. Thanks

 

[SubicWarrior1988]

The smooth grips offer no handling or retention benefits. Sooooo, they put the good grips on the 22 and the slick grips on the 45.....


Brilliant!

 

[SubicWarrior1988]

Visited the range today with my Rock and sent some rounds down range. The trigger is very nice on this pistol and the fixed iron sights are dead on accurate. Good times.

Target @ the 7 yard line

I sent about 300 rounds down range, practicing breathing, sight alignment, trigger control and mechanical safety training.

I sent about 500 rounds total down range today. My first target included rapid fire, double taps and presentation from holster to first shot. Overall, a very good day of training for a 20 dollar box of ammo.

 

[brew45]

good shooting! i was thinking of buying a 1911 chambered in .22 but I can't pass up the deal my LGS is giving me for my trade on an Armscor for a SR1911. maybe in the near future...

 

[SubicWarrior1988]

I learned something about my pistol today at the range,


The spring retaining plug is threaded and will unscrew itself, while launching your spring and plug 20 yards down range.


Blue loctite it is....

Just a heads up out there.