What 1911 9mm options do I have?

[mettle]

I've looked at EMPs for a bit; love the looks of them.

I'd like to know other options, anyone?

I'm gonna sell an extra G19 I have to try one out, just for kicks.

 

[Jay]

do a google search for ... 9mm 1911 ... lots of suggestions will result........

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

Depends on your budget...

Then it depends on the size of firearm you want.

The EMP is a DANGED good firearm. They're "full-sized" accurate and soft shooting, too.

You'll be hard pressed to get a NIB one for under a grand, though. Used ones pop up every once in a while...I sold mine here on INGO... Guy got a heck of a deal.

I ended up selling mine because after owning it / shooting it for a while, I determined that A), I'm not a big fan of 1911-style pistols B) not a big fan of single-action only center-fire pistols.

Go figure?

I'm positive that STI makes a 9mm version, too.

-J-

Oh, and what are you selling your G19 for? hehe

 

[451_Detonics]

One other option might be a Dan Wesson Pointman-9. It is a 70 series internally with Clark rib and I think Bomar sights.

 

[mettle]

Depends on your budget...

Then it depends on the size of firearm you want.

The EMP is a DANGED good firearm. They're "full-sized" accurate and soft shooting, too.

You'll be hard pressed to get a NIB one for under a grand, though. Used ones pop up every once in a while...I sold mine here on INGO... Guy got a heck of a deal.

I ended up selling mine because after owning it / shooting it for a while, I determined that A), I'm not a big fan of 1911-style pistols B) not a big fan of single-action only center-fire pistols.

Go figure?

I'm positive that STI makes a 9mm version, too.

-J-

Oh, and what are you selling your G19 for? hehe

400 when I get around to taking pics... you know the rules!

 

[shooter521]

The EMP has the distinct advantage of being re-designed around the 9mm cartridge; pretty much all the other offerings just drop a 9mm barrel and magazine into a .45 chassis. Thus, they are size-inefficient at best, and unreliable at worst.

If I wanted a 1911 style 9mm, it would be an EMP, period. If I wanted a full-size single action 9mm, it would be a Browning Hi-Power.

But WTH do I know? I'm a Glock guy.

 

[mettle]

The EMP has the distinct advantage of being re-designed around the 9mm cartridge; pretty much all the other offerings just drop a 9mm barrel and magazine into a .45 chassis. Thus, they are size-inefficient at best, and unreliable at worst.

If I wanted a 1911 style 9mm, it would be an EMP, period. If I wanted a full-size single action 9mm, it would be a Browning Hi-Power.

But WTH do I know? I'm a Glock guy.

I've looked at the EMPs 4 ever. I'd really like to have one; but, I keep thinking they are an upper tier single stack that seems to be like a Kahr with prom clothes on...?

It'd be nice to get some range time with one. I've got 2 19s, so I'm still in the Glock world! I have yet to jump on the M&P wagon that seems to be getting pretty enlarged.

 

[Dogman]

Para Ordnance's, Have a Carry 9 that I really like.

 

[printcraft]

Kimber > 1911 Pistols > Tactical II > Tactical Pro II™


Kimber's in various models are available in 9mm.

Click on the model then look on the right top of the model page
and it will give you a drop down menu to choose between 9mm and .45

Not all are available in 9mm but several are.

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

but, I keep thinking they are an upper tier single stack that seems to be like a Kahr with prom clothes on...?

Are you on the dope? hehe

 

[wtfd661]

Kimber makes several of their models in 9mm, here is one they have that if I was looking for a 9mm 1911 I would give a look at

Kimber > 1911 Pistols > Aegis II#


That said, I think the Springfield EMP is about the best on the market for a 1911 carry 9mm

 

[Joe Williams]

Para LTC is one. Someday, I'd love to have one of these.

Para USA, High-Quality Handguns: Products

 

[shooter521]

Kimber makes several of their models in 9mm, here is one they have that if I was looking for a 9mm 1911 I would give a look at

Are the Aegis pistols any smaller, dimensionally, than their .45 counterparts?

 

[Hornett]

The obvious choice here is a Star Model B.

And name it Mr. 9mm.

Edit: it has to be hard chromed though...

 

[wtfd661]

Are the Aegis pistols any smaller, dimensionally, than their .45 counterparts?

The Ultra Carry II (.45) dimensions

Specifications:Height (inches) 90° to barrel: 4.75
Weight (ounces) with empty magazine: 25
Length (inches): 6.8
Magazine capacity: 7
Recoil spring (pounds): 18.0
Full length guide rod
Frame:Material: Aluminum
Finish: Satin Silver
Width (inches): 1.28


and the Aegis Ultra II specs.


Specifications:Height (inches) 90° to barrel: 4.75
Weight (ounces) with empty magazine: 25
Length (inches): 6.8
Magazine capacity: 8
Bobbed hammer, thumb safety and magazine release
Carry Melt
Recoil spring (pounds): 16.0
Full length guide rod
Frame:Material: Aluminum
Finish: Satin Silver
KimPro II™ frame finish
Width (inches): 1.15

Besides the width the only other difference I see is the recoil spring pounds. I do believe that I had read that Kimber designed the Aegis for the 9mm round and thats the only caliber they sell it in.

 

[mettle]

The Ultra Carry II (.45) dimensions

Specifications:Height (inches) 90° to barrel: 4.75
Weight (ounces) with empty magazine: 25
Length (inches): 6.8
Magazine capacity: 7
Recoil spring (pounds): 18.0
Full length guide rod
Frame:Material: Aluminum
Finish: Satin Silver
Width (inches): 1.28


and the Aegis Ultra II specs.


Specifications:Height (inches) 90° to barrel: 4.75
Weight (ounces) with empty magazine: 25
Length (inches): 6.8
Magazine capacity: 8
Bobbed hammer, thumb safety and magazine release
Carry Melt
Recoil spring (pounds): 16.0
Full length guide rod
Frame:Material: Aluminum
Finish: Satin Silver
KimPro II™ frame finish
Width (inches): 1.15

Besides the width the only other difference I see is the recoil spring pounds. I do believe that I had read that Kimber designed the Aegis for the 9mm round and thats the only caliber they sell it in.

Sweet looking gun. If I could shoot it, I'd be tempted to sell the CW9 in an effort to get a quicker shooting gun. I just got back from the range where I spent a little time with the CW9; and, I'll have to say shooting DA, small framed pistols do take some skill.

 

[BIG TIM]

I definitely suggest the Para LTC in stainless steel if possible. I have a LTC and it is an excellent shooter. It is the same size as a lightweight Commander Colt and the same weight. It may be a little narrower so carry is that much easier.

 

[jmancobra]

Para Ordnance's, Have a Carry 9 that I really like.

i saw those in a magazine the other day...id like to check one out......it would never replace my EMP though

 

[Hoosier45]

I have the LTC. It's a nice gun. If money is no object, I think the Kimbers and EMPs are better guns.