Iggy42 Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 Can anyone tell me where STI makes their Single Stacks? I am thinking of getting a Ranger II for a daily carry gun, but I really want something that can be stamped Made in the USA. I know some STIs are made here but are not sure what ones. If nothing else does anyone know where I can find a breakdown of what 1911s could carry the Made in the USA stamp since the only people that really say anything about it is S&W Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
See_Archie_Shoot Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 The Spartans are the ones not made in the US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy42 Posted January 29, 2012 Author Share Posted January 29, 2012 The Spartans are the ones not made in the US. Alrighty, is STI making the frames/slides in house or are they getting them from Armscore (I think that is their Phillipino {sp} supplier). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Gaines Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 Some of the parts are made in usa, phillipines, brazil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy42 Posted January 29, 2012 Author Share Posted January 29, 2012 Some of the parts are made in usa, phillipines, brazil Any chance you could be a little more specific? I know SA uses Brazilian made frames, is that the case with STI? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunshineST Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 The ranger is built on their full size government frame, which I believe is forged in house. I think, but not positive that only the Spartan frame is made by armscor. Either way, I have to say I would (biasedly) highly recommend the ranger 2 for a carry gun as that is exactly what I carry (in .45). It has a balance and feel to it that is very hard to describe, but to me, the word 'perfect' comes to mind. Maybe it's the short slide / bull barrel combo, but I know that if my life was on the line this is the pistol I'd want in hand. (unless the Tactical was within reach ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hkguy Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 my spartan 9mm has a armscor frame, slide, and possibly the barrel i believe. the rest of the internals are STI. Fit of the frame and slide of my spartan has impressed many of my shooting friends given the price point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjs375 Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 My Ranger II says Georgetown Texas, and STI's website says that all are made in Georgetown Texas with the exception of the GP series and the Spartan, its under the FAQ's page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy42 Posted January 29, 2012 Author Share Posted January 29, 2012 My Ranger II says Georgetown Texas, and STI's website says that all are made in Georgetown Texas with the exception of the GP series and the Spartan, its under the FAQ's page. Website says built here, not necessarily American parts. Could be on an Armscor frame/slide, similar to SA and their Imbrel (Brazilian) frames. I know Ruger is/was casting frames for a lot of folks, but no idea who all is on that list outside of Caspian. Before anyone gets all bent out of shape, Made in the USA very important to me as I grew up in the shadow of the Big 3 (SE Michigan) and I have seen what happens when people shop/buy imports. Far as I am concerned any little thing I can do to keep someone employed so they can take care of their family I am all for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revopop Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 It's a point of pride with STI. I would be surprised if the small parts were sourced outside the US. You can always call them to confirm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19852 Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 The Spartans are the ones not made in the US. That is what believe too. The Ranger is made in Georgetown, TX. Right up the road from my house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carmoney Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 STI sells both cast and forged 1911 frames. I think it's a good bet they are not doing investment casting in Georgetown, TX right up the road from 19852's house! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy42 Posted January 30, 2012 Author Share Posted January 30, 2012 Response I got from STI via Facebook "Aside from the GP series (Slovakia) and the Spartan Series (Philippines) all of our pistols are made right here in Georgetown, Tx. We make the frames, slides, small parts- all of it. Thank you for considering one of ours and if you have any other questions don't hesitate to let us know!" Pretty much answers any question right there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hax Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 Give them a call. They are very nice people to deal with Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a matt Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 (edited) Good people and they make some of the best guns in the US and this crazy world. Edited January 31, 2012 by a matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobby hated Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 Response I got from STI via Facebook "Aside from the GP series (Slovakia) and the Spartan Series (Philippines) all of our pistols are made right here in Georgetown, Tx. We make the frames, slides, small parts- all of it. Thank you for considering one of ours and if you have any other questions don't hesitate to let us know!" Pretty much answers any question right there thats what i thought. you guys had me scared for a minute there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roaddog77 Posted February 6, 2012 Share Posted February 6, 2012 I have got to say that the frame to slide fit on my Spartan is tight. My last 1911 was a Colt Gold Cup and it was honestly loose. I dont think that it was much of a problem though because it shot pretty darn good with my reloads. Only time it gave fits was when I tried using shok buffs which I then tossed in trash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supermoto Posted February 6, 2012 Share Posted February 6, 2012 (edited) Very few companies actually forge their own frame, I would not be surprised if STI got their forging from Korea/ Philippines and milled (made) them in house Edited February 6, 2012 by Supermoto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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