Jumping on board.
I
need want a 1911 to shoot in this competition:
www.thepinshoot.com.
Heres me last week, shooting it for the first time with a borrowed pistol:
The pins are 3 lbs something, at 21 feet. Most all are shooting 5 1911s in .45ACP. Scoring is knocking the pin to the ground, 9mm doesnt cut it.
A Glock 21SF is an option, but I have not shot one yet. I disliked the hinged trigger on my M&P 1.0 immensely. I dont see buying another M&P unless S&W changes that. The 1911 I shot pointed well for me; I was able to get good hits, and the trigger was crisp.
I am a lefty, with size M hands. Based input on p-f, Im looking a a Ruger SR1911 or a Springfield Garrison Loaded. Id like to keep it around $1k or less.
The Ruger, based on positive reviews, great customer service stories, and satisfaction with several Ruger revolvers has me leaning that way. I would have to install an ambi safety, but absent that, the Ruger looks like the most affordable reliable 1911 that meets my needs.