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Okay great! I will put in my order for them

Does anyone have any recommendations for IPSC 1911 mag pouches? I was looking at the Double Alpha Academy Single Stack Racer pouches. I’m hesitant because they say that some 9mm mags don’t fit. I’m going to be running Wilson Combat ETM mags in 9mm. I would rather not have to d*ck around with putting single stack inserts into regular pouches.

Is there any disadvantage using a railed 1911 in Single Stack or IPSC Classic? In my neck of the woods, there seems to be a plethora of railed 1911s...

Update: I have been able to live fire roughly every 2 weeks and have gotten to the point where I can do a 3 inch group at 5 yards. I have been dry firing every second day for 30 minutes a session. I have been working on my grip and trigger control using a Mantis X system to evaluate my trigger control. What should I be working on next? Draw/ reloads or working the trigger at speed? (something like the “Doubles” drill) I have decided to shoot a 1911 for Classic division in 9mm. I have shot the 1911 in .45 and my groups are slightly larger but the cost of ammunition is a factor.

That’s pretty much the setup I’m considering.

My dryfire gun has a rail. Is mounting a laser useful or is the MantisX better?

Excellent! Thank you!

Thanks for all your suggestions. I ordered both of the Jerry Kuhnhausen gunsmithing books. Books I am interested in learning gunsmithing because I want to know my gear inside and out. In my research, I see that there are a lot of tools on Brownells for the 1911. Are there some essential tools every owner should have?

I have heard that to keep a 1911 running well it is necessary to maintain it properly and know a bit of gunsmithing. Aside from learning from another owner, are there any resources available to acquire the requisite knowledge?

I’m also left eye dominant(right handed). I would be using a Springfield 1911. I am trying to decide exactly which sight combination I want. My vision is garbage under lower light conditions like an indoor range.

I know that most shooters go with front fiber optic and black rear sight. Does it matter if you choose fixed rear or adjustable rear for action gun games? I could see adjustable being more useful on bullseye style shooting but for run and gun I’m not sure if it matters. If you have a preference, please elaborate on why you like your choice.

Do you have any recommendations on where to start learning how to maintain and work on a 1911? Are there any videos or books that you’d recommend. I’m willing to learn but not sure where to start.

Yikes! That’s what I’m afraid of. Have you had any problems since?

Has anyone personally seen or heard of a stainless steel 1911 locking up during competition? I live in Canada and it seems like Springfield Armory has sent all of its SS Ranger Officers to us. On all the major gun retailer websites here, they are SS or the Operator (with rail) models.

I think the SA RO is the way go for me. What about regular vs stainless finish? Is the stainless more durable?

It’s also available with a bushing barrel. I would get one with the bushing so I could shoot IPSC, USPSA, or IDPA with it.

Does anyone have any experience with the Bul Armory Trophy? Bul Armory Trophy

The price certainly is attractive.

The Sig Max and Springfield Range Officer are definitely on my short list. I like the Max because it comes tricked out from the factory. The less I have to tinker with it ... the better.

I am considering getting into Single Stack. I am a beginner on a budget. (less than $1500) What is the most reliable 1911 out of the box?

I am going to be taking a lesson from a firearms instructor who was is an IPSC competitor with decades of experience. I did get an invitation to the range a few weeks ago from another IPSC guy. He let me shoot his Shadow 1 and showed me some stuff. I was originally planning on shooting a 1911 in IPSC Classic ( Single Stack to you USPSA guys) but there isn't as much participation as in Production. The guy who let me shoot his Shadow said in my area at the last big match there were 53 competitors in Production, 14 in Classic, 11 in Standard, 15 in Open, 13 in Production Optics and 1 in Revolver. He also cautioned me against shooting a 1911 because they aren't reliable enough for a beginner. He says when you are starting out you want your equipment to be as reliable as possible. I guess I will go to my lesson in 2 days and see what the instructor says. Thanks for all your replies.

I have question. Which IPSC division is best for beginners? Is it really Production? Or is Classic or Standard better? Which would you recommend and why? I haven't purchased my equipment yet because I am waiting on my gun license. I was originally thinking of Production but maybe it is too much pressure for a beginner. I have yet to shoot a match in anything. I have never competed in any organized sport before. Thanks in Advance. Alex

I’m going to be picking up a new CZ Shadow in the spring and I would like to get a tool kit. I’m just planning on doing maintenance and polishing of the internals/ trigger mechanism. I currently don’t have any gunsmith tools and would like a recommendation for a set. Also something to hold the gun in place while working on it would be great. Thanks in advance!

Excellent! That’s just the kind of answer I was looking for.

When you are doing dryfire how much front sight movement is acceptable? Should it remain completely motionless, as if the gun is locked in a vise? Or is a small amount of wiggle acceptable? I find it nearly impossible to hold it motionless for rapid fire. My skill level is absolute beginner.