1911 in 9mm???

[Sierra117]

if you can find a RIA 38super on sale for a good price and can also convert with just a barrel and mags to 9mm

I just bought one, hoping to do this with it, do you think I should get a separate “upper” for it or just do the barrel swap?

 

[lamduhh]

I just bought one, hoping to do this with it, do you think I should get a separate “upper” for it or just do the barrel swap?

thats really up to you. when i did it i got a whole new upper, because i wanted the tact slilde not the GI slide.

 

[spacecataz]

This reminds me, I am going to sell my Kimber commander in 9mm. Rad gun, but I am not shooting it much. Reading this and Interested? Let me k

Possibly...

GSG has a 22LR 1911 that's only about $300 retail.

I had one... spent an appreciable fraction of the gun to accurize it (sights, better guide rod, bushing...) though I never had an issue with feeding/cycling with CCI Mini Mag. I sold it and got a Ruger MkIV and didn't look back.

 

[BillSmith]

I also have the mini version, the EMP. That is built well, tight tolerances. Good choice for an all metal CCW pistol.

I have a Springfield Arms EMP in 9mm as well. Couldn't hit the broadside of a barn from inside with a Glock. The EMP is more money but as was recommended, the EMP has night sights, better trigger pull, etc. Nothing to upgrade.

If you want an inexpensive way to shoot at paper with a 1911 frame format, get a Browning 1911-A .22 cal. The Browning is perfect for noobs. Tiny but has look/feel of a 1911. When you hold it, you'd swear a flame is going to out of the barrel to light a cigarette. Eats all .22cal ammo that I have sent through it. Many in this style, GSC & Sig Sauer Mosquito come to mind, and derivatives, apparently suck in regard to functionality.

 

[Calibreeze]

For me, there isn't a big difference between 45 and 9mm as the 9mm is really snappy. The 380 platform is considerably tamed down in regards to recoil.

 

[Striker777]

I got a SA 1911 Loaded in 9mm a few years ago. Paid ~$850 shipped to CA. Cool pistol. On roster, too.

1911 Loaded Target 9mm Handgun - Stainless, California Compliant - Springfield Armory

www.springfield-armory.com

Hey Joe you Won!

 

[bonesurf]

For me, there isn't a big difference between 45 and 9mm as the 9mm is really snappy. The 380 platform is considerably tamed down in regards to recoil.

In the 1911 format tho, 9mm isnt really very snappy as the guns are significantly heavier than the typical polymer 9mm guns. Still the impulse of 45 v 9 is very different, tho i often shoot my own 9mm 147 reloads and those “feel” more like 45 impulse wise than typical 115gr or 124 gr

 

[Sparky11]

I have the Springfield EMP 1911 9mm 3in. Barrel, California Compliant. Smooooth shooter. 9 +1rd. Not Cheap Great Gun!!!
If you want a 1911 'type' even Smaller, the Sig P938 9mm 3in. 7+1rd. Some people have issues with it, But Mine is my "EDC"!!! Runs Perfect!
Kimber Micro, Springfield 911, same model... they are Colt Clones! Non of these are on Roster though, you Would have to find it
Private Party! The P938 even has a baby brother, the P238 in .380, Have one of those too! Great Pocket sized Pistol! This one is on Roster!

 

[revkev]

I have the Springfield EMP 1911 9mm 3in. Barrel, California Compliant. Smooooth shooter. 9 +1rd. Not Cheap Great Gun!!!
If you want a 1911 'type' even Smaller, the Sig P938 9mm 3in. 7+1rd. Some people have issues with it, But Mine is my "EDC"!!! Runs Perfect!
Kimber Micro, Springfield 911, same model... they are Colt Clones! Non of these are on Roster though, you Would have to find it
Private Party! The P938 even has a baby brother, the P238 in .380, Have one of those too! Great Pocket sized Pistol! This one is on Roster!

The P238 is currently on my CCW and I will updating to the EMP 3" and my Kimber .45. ( I figured have 2 easy carry and 1 Big Boi for the bag/car/camping).

 

[Christian]

This reminds me, I am going to sell my Kimber commander in 9mm. Rad gun, but I am not shooting it much. Reading this and Interested? Let me know

Still available? If so where are you located ?

 

[mrbieler]

RIA 9mm cleaned up and most small parts replaced. It's like cheating. Easy to shoot and no reliability issues.

 

[Steven Chen]

I also have the 9mm Springfield Target. Very accurate but more weight than the .45 version as the barrel has thicker walls. That does make for less muzzle flip and easier to handle for the ladies.

I also have the mini version, the EMP. That is built well, tight tolerances. Good choice for an all metal CCW pistol.

you mention mini Ronin 3"(?) , I am thinking to get one, but there is issue some reported, how's your thoughts and experience ? please advise. thanks

 

[Steven Chen]

I have the Springfield EMP 1911 9mm 3in. Barrel, California Compliant. Smooooth shooter. 9 +1rd. Not Cheap Great Gun!!!
If you want a 1911 'type' even Smaller, the Sig P938 9mm 3in. 7+1rd. Some people have issues with it, But Mine is my "EDC"!!! Runs Perfect!
Kimber Micro, Springfield 911, same model... they are Colt Clones! Non of these are on Roster though, you Would have to find it
Private Party! The P938 even has a baby brother, the P238 in .380, Have one of those too! Great Pocket sized Pistol! This one is on Roster!

try to get a Springfield EMP 1911 9mm 3in ronin, but some issues reported, what's your thoughts ? please advise, thanks

 

[Jimi Jah]

Mine is non ronin, standard EMP. Runs perfectly. They have made these for years.

 

[Steven Chen]

Mine is non ronin, standard EMP. Runs perfectly. They have made these for years.

thanks

 

[paintballdad]

1911 in 9mm is definitely a must have. One of the softest shooting 9mm pistols. I picked up a SA Range Officer back in 2014 for less than $780 during the SSE1 period. Have upgraded it and in it's current form on of my favorite 9mm pistols along with my 2011s. Upgrades listed below.

• Dawson FO front sight
• WC full length guide rod
• WC ambi safety
• Atlas/Geppert X Line flat trigger
• EGW ignition kit
• Ed Brown oversized mag release
• Ed Brown chainlink magwell
• LOK brass palm swell Gridlock grips

 

[Punkur67]

I had a Springfield in 9mm that I bought for my wife. We both enjoyed it a ton. Had upgraded springs, added a wilson combat magwell, and bobed it.

I sold it a few months ago and got a 2011 instead.

 

[Scubabugdiver]

This one’s up for grabs. Kimber Stainless 2 in 9mm. Check out my classified for more info. Located in north San Diego County

 

[colton123]

I love my 45acp 1911s but it’s difficult for my friends and family to shoot but they love the comfort and handling of the 1911s
Are the 9mm 1911 worth getting? I’m thinking of kimbers

might as well buy a 22 45 or nothing lol

 

[GeeQ87]

if you can find a RIA 38super on sale for a good price and can also convert with just a barrel and mags to 9mm

I second this