Joe D Posted July 28, 2014 Share Posted July 28, 2014 Tim, just checking to see if you know your Kimber history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob DuBois Posted July 28, 2014 Share Posted July 28, 2014 Like my Trojan in 9mm fun little blaster. Have a Spartan also both are tuned up the Spartan is not the gun the Trojan is while it's a good buy for the money it's not quite as accurate don't think it will hold up as well. Anything you buy will need tuning and a few parts to suit you so expect to spend a little extra once purchased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhett45acp Posted July 30, 2014 Share Posted July 30, 2014 I have one Trojan 9mm and on SA Loaded in 9mm. I like them both. The SA has been to the Pro Shop for a few upgrades and it really shines, but way beyond the cost of a Trojan or RO. The Trojan had a little tiny issue with mag catch spring day one and was fixed with a small file. Both run 100%. The SA is my primary and the STI is my second. Question/Statement; I thought Kimbers are 80% produced in Ridgefield NJ by Kimber subsidiary Aero Molding, then shipped to NY, serialized and finished? Just Saying..... :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhounder Posted August 3, 2014 Share Posted August 3, 2014 Have the Springfield target in 9mm a little more the the RO or Spartan. Added a extended mag release and a two piece marinating,Maxwell. Have used it for IDPA and IPSC. Another option for you. Started with the Wilson Combat mags, but one of the ranges I shoot at is all sand, the tolerances are way too tight in them and the sand jams them up. Now go with Dawson's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted August 8, 2014 Share Posted August 8, 2014 Out of wild curiosity, what is a "Marinating Maxwell" ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiker88 Posted August 8, 2014 Share Posted August 8, 2014 Maxwell coffee marinade for BBQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhounder Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 SO hate the auto correct OR lack of it. Should be 2 piece Wilson Combat magwell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logisticsnightmare Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Choices, I hate choices. I'm planning on picking up a 9mm 1911 soon and cannot decide between the Spartan, Trojan or the Range Officer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctay Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 I picked up a Trojan two months ago. Good deal and I really like the gun. Got it from Dawson with the "CRP" deal. I haven't shot a Springfield RO but I don't know what I would change on the STI - it is a great gun that never hiccups with Dawson 10 round mags. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotrodder Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 I have had a Trojan for 6 years and it has been a reliable and accurate gun. If you can I recommend handling them both. The Trojan is slightly undercut under the trigger guard and does have a little different feel compared to others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mahlsan Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 If you plan on modifying it to the point it is practically a new gun, then try a rock island. They are inexpensive and they make the frames for a a couple of manufacturers I am believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatJones Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 If you plan on modifying it to the point it is practically a new gun, then try a rock island. They are inexpensive and they make the frames for a a couple of manufacturers I am believe.I started with a rock island a few years back. Once I tightened up the rail fit a little bit it became obvious that the slide was machined crooked. The slide was dragging on the dust cover hard. I picked it up on sale for $400, and I would have been better off putting that into a Springfield. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logisticsnightmare Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 I have had the RIA suggested to me, the price is nice but the ones I've handled felt sloppy between the frame and slide. I am interested in the 2011 version if it ever gets released. I'll just have to do some hunting and see if I can get my hands on them to see how they feel as suggested from Hotrodder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mahlsan Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 I have had the RIA suggested to me, the price is nice but the ones I've handled felt sloppy between the frame and slide. I am interested in the 2011 version if it ever gets released. I'll just have to do some hunting and see if I can get my hands on them to see how they feel as suggested from Hotrodder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mahlsan Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 I have seen one and the lgs sticks them really nice fir the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rugerp89ipsc Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 I just got a Springfield RO 9mm and am very pleased. I plan on using the 400 I didn't spend on the STI to get mags and the rest of the gear to compete. I shot a few runs on some Steel Challenge with it tonight and di very well. First time every shooting the pistol and I think it's competition ready. Sure I want to swap the front sight for a Dawson, change the grips, and change out some other parts - but the gun ran and was accurate. This isn't a post to trash the STI, but I think you get a lot of bang for the buck with this particular pistol. I am very pleased so far. Pretty cool to have never shot it, pull it out o fthe box and just start making good runs on some Steel Challenge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluemooncricket Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 I'm really digging my RO. It required a bit more extractor tension out of the box but hasn't malfunctioned since that was addressed(600 rounds). I've installed a fiber optic front sight, techwell sp with alumagrips, grip tape front strap, Dawson tapped mag catch with lo-pro button, and Dawson 10 round mags. The trigger has lost it's creep and breaks at 4 lbs. I'm still getting used to the gun (big difference from my m&p pro!!) but still managed to place well at my last Steel Challenge match. Overall I think the RO is a bargain. It seems most people mod their 1911 to suit there purpose anyway so why pay more only to change parts. I feel the RO (and its forged frame) is as good a place to start as any. With that being said, its pretty competitive out of the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxDRBxx Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 I shoot a 9mm S&W Pro Series 1911 for SS Minor. Gun has been good. I wish I didnt have $300+ into Wilson mags, they suck. Gun has run perfect with only 1 issue with one of my reloads with thousands of rounds through it this season. The Wilson mags are dumb, with the crappy follower, and stupid plastic insert / spacer that just begs to have dirt get clogged in it. I also had to cut 1 coil off the springs to get the 9mm mags re loadable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logisticsnightmare Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 For the guys with the RO's, what did they cost you? Can't really find one local to get a idea on a price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhounder Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 NY area running mid 8s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe D Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 I have $690 in mine. Just order from Buds if you don't have access to a FFL friend. http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/90773/Springfield+PI9129LP+1911+Range+Officer+9%2B1+9mm+5%5C%22+Package Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxDRBxx Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 (edited) I have $690 in mine. Just order from Buds if you don't have access to a FFL friend. http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/90773/Springfield+PI9129LP+1911+Range+Officer+9%2B1+9mm+5%5C%22+Package Makes me even more sad I live in a communist state... pain in the butt to find these anywhere near that price Edited August 29, 2014 by xxDRBxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluemooncricket Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 Mine was $800 at my lgs. A bit much, but it was right there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken_Bird Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 Maybe check out the Sig Sauer 1911. 9mm or a new 45. I will match them with any. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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