Which 9mm 1911?

[85t5mcss]

Poll added to make this easier. Remember-Stainless (unless you know of a Olive Drab version), 9mm, 5" Government model.

OR

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Springfield Armory Service Stainless 9mm vs. Kimber Stainless II 9mm vs. Kimber Gold Match Stainless 9mm.

Which one? Why? Pros/Cons? For whatever reason I am undecided. I can probably rule out the Gold Match since this won't be competition. As you can tell I prefer Stainless even though it just runs the price up. I will also accept any other 9mm 1911 advice.

Notes. Don't particularly care for front serrations, but of these the Kimber wins. Don't need adjustable sights. Must be beavertailed. No real need for ambi-safety.

Leaning towards Kimber Stainless II. But I also like my SA 1911 in 45.

 

[dyerwatcher]

I'll take one of each......I don't think I am capable of making such a big decision......

But - even being a huge 1911 fan - I love my Sig P239!!

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

If it were me, I'd take the least expensive of the trio. I don't know that it'd be worth it for the highest dollar one.

I like to think I'd like a commander-sized bobtail 9mm 1911... *sigh*

-J-

 

[IndyGunworks]

SPRINGFIELD!!!!

 

[85t5mcss]

SPRINGFIELD!!!!

Why? I have a Springfield already...like it, too. Buddy has a Kimber...like it, too. That's why I'm so indecisive. Similar in price for the SA and SSII.

 

[johnb62]

Not in our choices but my 9mm STI Trojan is excellent.

 

[IndyGunworks]

I think the springfields are better bang for the buck.... Kind of like a swiss army knife... not overpriced just because it has a good name, just good old fashioned fair pricing. Kimber likes to tout "custom" alot, but i still get many brought to me for trigger jobs because its not perfect. why would a 1500 dollar "custom" gun have a 6 pound trigger? Why would the sights be pressed in with a machine making user adjustments in the field while sight it in impossible?

dont get me wrong, kimbers are quality, but you are also paying for the name. Micheal jordan shoes are quality, AND custom, but are they worth 300 dollars?

I like alot of what kimber has to offer, and they do some really cool stuff and some pretty awesome one offs, BUT... My PERSONAL opinion is the springfield is a better buy.

 

[RBrianHarless]

I have shot the Kimber and loved it. Always wanted one but had my hands on a STI. Did not get to fire it but is on my wishlist. I do like the Springfield's also. Tough choices for what you pictured. Good luck.

 

[daspurlock]

I have a RRI 1911 A1 in 9mm, that I use as a carry gun. I know it's a cheep handgun compaired to what has been mentioned, but I have had very good luck with mine .Shoots very good and has been 100% dependable. It's about half the price so I DON'T worry about all the little scrapes & scratches that happen to carry guns. Good luck with you chioces.

 

[IndyGunworks]

I have been really impressed with every STI i have put my hands on.

 

[meyer4589]

Not on the list, but Colt New Agent in 9mm

 

[nighter]

NONE........STI Spartan in 9mm is the best for the money ....if your going to spend that much get a .45

 

[J_Wales]

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[Hoosier45]

Look at the Kimber Aegis. I have a Custom Aegis and I love it.

 

[SmotPoker1986]

I would just scrap the 9mm idea and get the springfield in a nice .45 ACP package like it should be. Such beautiful guns tho, all of them.

 

[jgreiner]

If it were me, I'd take the least expensive of the trio. I don't know that it'd be worth it for the highest dollar one.

I like to think I'd like a commander-sized bobtail 9mm 1911... *sigh*

-J-

Like this?

 

[85t5mcss]

I would just scrap the 9mm idea and get the springfield in a nice .45 ACP package like it should be. Such beautiful guns tho, all of them.

Already have 2 1911s in 45. I want a 9mm 1911 to shoot as well. Cheaper ammo (even reloading). Plus I have a daughter who likes to shoot, too.

 

[Rizzo]

Is there a quality 1911 commander size 9mm with a polymer frame made?

 

[Jim McKalip]

My Springfield "loaded" 9mm was poorly fitted and not super accurate. I had a lot of accuracy work done by a big name custom shop and still wasn't satisfied. I finally cut my losses and replaced it with a Kimber Gold Match 9mm. I forgot to mention that the Springfield was back to them with no improvement before I sent it to the custom shop for 6 mos and $600. The Kimber is a BIG improvement.

 

[Fordtough25]

I will say I have held a couple Kimbers in 4" and 5" that felt nice, in 9mm and 45 for that matter. Held a real nice 4" with aluminum frame, I can't remember the model. Kimber's model names confuse me.