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Remington 1911

Posted: Thu Jan 09, 2020 10:53 pm
by papabear
I have one 1911. Full size.
Am thinking about the Remington Commander 1911.
Anyone have one??? How do you Like it.

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2020 3:21 am
by Beiruty
I am also interested in commander sized 1911. Listening.

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2020 8:26 am
by flowrie
I have a Commander, not a Remington, but a Sr1911.
I really like the Commander size, I use it in action pistol matches.
For me it just handles a little quicker that a full size, that’s probably just a “ mental” thing for me.
I do sometimes use a full size in the matches but the Commander is my favorite. It is also what I carry
at worship service.

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2020 8:40 am
by papabear
flowrie wrote: Fri Jan 10, 2020 8:26 am I have a Commander, not a Remington, but a Sr1911.
I really like the Commander size, I use it in action pistol matches.
For me it just handles a little quicker that a full size, that’s probably just a “ mental” thing for me.
I do sometimes use a full size in the matches but the Commander is my favorite. It is also what I carry
at worship service.
Which is the SR 1911. Who makes that one. I have not looked at one w/ that model number. Thank you.

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2020 10:19 am
by Texas_Blaze
A few years ago I picked up my Remington 1911 R1 (govment) in 45. It’s great. Haven’t had a single issue with it. It’s on target. Even my wife loves shooting it. But of course as you already know since you have a full size, it’s a heavy firearm. I used to carry it more frequently.

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2020 10:42 am
by papabear
Thank you 1911 raptor and Texas Blaze. I am gathering all info and will check out the Ruger too.
:tiphat:

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2020 1:10 pm
by papabear
By the way, I am taking it for granted that even though these come with 7 rd mags they will accept Wilson Combat 8 round mags.????? :fire :fire

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2020 1:25 pm
by flowrie
I only use WC mags in all my 1911s.

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2020 1:25 pm
by flowrie
8 rounders

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2020 1:58 pm
by RPBrown
I have a Remington that is one of several 1911's I have but my overall favorite is my Colt Defender

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2020 2:13 pm
by K-Texas
For concealed carry I think you'll find that Commander size 1911s are preferred. along with CCOs. My experience with the REM 1911 base model has been nothing but positive. It's also probably worth noting that REM bought Para Ordnance a few years back just after they had moved to AL, and about the only complaint you ever heard about POs was the series 80 safety system. I won't say all, but a good number of the REMs use the preferred series 70 system. I'd think their Commanders would be as good as any. ;-)

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2020 3:55 pm
by papabear
Thank you to all. This is great. I am getting a good education. Makin plans and savin $$s. :fire :fire :fire :fire

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2020 9:31 pm
by patterson
I use Chip McCormick Power mags and Tripp Cobra mags for my 1911s

Re: Remington 1911

Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2020 4:21 pm
by Armybrat
R1 is a nice gun for the price. No problems with either of mine.
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