Author Topic: WTT: Springfield Mil Spec 1911 (Read 4714 times)

Kaso · « **on:** May 12, 2014, 06:27:03 pm »

Now that the weather is warmer, I am looking once more at refining my collection into guns that I will actually shoot. One of my many faults, is I am not the biggest fan of 1911s.

With that in mind, I would like to trade mine for something that I will get more enjoyment out of.

Springfield MilSpec in stainless steel. It has been cut for Novak sights, and currently has 2011-marked Trijicon night sights installed. (much better sight picture than standard GI sights) Long trigger, extended safety, and overall action job were performed by a licensed gunsmith - I have not screwed around with the internals, myself. (Probably a good thing.

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Here is what can be included:

Gun, case, two mags, two sets of grips, belt holster, mag carrier, (as came with the gun) and two Wilson mags.

Make me an offer! I am most interested in a mid-size glock, Sig P220, or a decent-to-good quality AR upper, but will consider any offer that is presented. Trades can be plus cash on either end, or can be straight across.

Thanks for considering!

Kaso

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Outbreak · « **Reply #1 on:** May 12, 2014, 08:44:40 pm »

MilSpec is probably one reason you're not a fan of 1911's. A beavertail safety makes all the difference in the world.

ksuguy · « **Reply #2 on:** May 12, 2014, 09:13:08 pm »

Hmm, any interest in FAL stuff? I have a few parts kits and receivers I still haven't got around to building.

Grant · « **Reply #3 on:** May 12, 2014, 11:35:20 pm »

Quote from: Outbreak on May 12, 2014, 08:44:40 pm

MilSpec is probably one reason you're not a fan of 1911's. A beavertail safety makes all the difference in the world.

How does a beavertail help? I've shot 1911's with those and haven't noticed a huge difference.

My problem with 1911's (had 3, down to my cheapo High Standard/RIA) and they are just a little thin for me.

Also, I found that I REALLY prefer the flatback rather than the A1 grip strap.

luke213(adamsholsters) · « **Reply #4 on:** May 13, 2014, 12:44:07 am »

Depends on your hands for mine without its removing skin. Used to not be a problem but my hands from holster making are much meatier than before.

If you like a thick grip try the hogue wrap around grips or a p14;)

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Kaso · « **Reply #5 on:** May 13, 2014, 04:12:16 am »

Quote from: Outbreak on May 12, 2014, 08:44:40 pm

MilSpec is probably one reason you're not a fan of 1911's. A beavertail safety makes all the difference in the world.

I know this. It is a big difference. I still don't like 1911s. For one thing, whereas a BHP fits my hand as perfectly as I have found, a 1911 is too long (deep?) in the grip, because of the .45acp cartridge.

Life is too short for guns that don't fit your hand.

Kaso

Kaso · « **Reply #6 on:** May 13, 2014, 04:15:19 am »

Quote from: Grant on May 12, 2014, 11:35:20 pm

How does a beavertail help?

It spreads the recoil out over a wider area, and allows you to get a higher grip.

Kaso

Kaso · « **Reply #7 on:** May 13, 2014, 04:22:51 am »

Quote from: ksuguy on May 12, 2014, 09:13:08 pm

Hmm, any interest in FAL stuff?

Unfortunately, not really. My available shooting area has a hard limit of 25m, and so battle rifles don't hold much interest to me. Due to the local terrain, I just wouldn't be able to realize their advantages. Not like in Kansas.

Kaso

super_b AK · « **Reply #8 on:** June 20, 2014, 08:18:21 pm »

XDM .40 w/3 mags and a holster and mag carrier (if I remember right it's a double) from White Dog Holsters? I still have the factory gear and case as well.

Kaso · « **Reply #9 on:** June 20, 2014, 10:49:08 pm »

Quote from: super_b AK on June 20, 2014, 08:18:21 pm

XDM .40 w/3 mags and a holster and mag carrier (if I remember right it's a double) from White Dog Holsters? I still have the factory gear and case as well.

Sorry, but no thanks. That is a fair offer, but XDs and XDMs just don't appeal to me.

Thanks for considering, though.

Kaso