jw3378 Posted November 25, 2016 Author Share Posted November 25, 2016 I really like the Dawson CRO RO but it only comes in 9mm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mreed911 Posted November 25, 2016 Share Posted November 25, 2016 (edited) Note: The Range Officer Operator comes with three-dot sights, not the Range Officer competition rear sight/fiber front. The Operator series are made for carry, not competition. The railed frame is nice for balance. That said, my ROO is the best slide-to-frame fit I've ever had out of the box in a 1911 and it's dead-on accurate. Mine is a carry gun (and sports a TLR-1, accordingly, which further helps the balance) but it's got me looking for a Range Officer in .45 for Single Stack - I currently shoot local matches with my other Range Officer in 9mm and larger matches with a much-match-upgraded Para Expert in .45. Edited November 25, 2016 by mreed911 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw3378 Posted November 25, 2016 Author Share Posted November 25, 2016 I'm leaning towards the ROO due to the added weight of the front rail Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw3378 Posted November 25, 2016 Author Share Posted November 25, 2016 I know it's not the Trojan, but went to a local shop today and stumbled upon a STI Spartan used by the owner (who I know very well) for $625 with one Tripp mag and the front strap checkeeing. Would this be reasonable option as well? Seems like a very good deal to me. Thanks gents Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mreed911 Posted November 25, 2016 Share Posted November 25, 2016 I know it's not the Trojan, but went to a local shop today and stumbled upon a STI Spartan used by the owner (who I know very well) for $625 with one Tripp mag and the front strap checkeeing. Would this be reasonable option as well? Seems like a very good deal to me. Thanks gentsYes. Jump on this assuming it's in good condition and has sights you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw3378 Posted November 25, 2016 Author Share Posted November 25, 2016 It had a green DP fiber optic front that was very thin, i did quite like it. It did show some moderate to heavy holster-ware, but other than that, the lock up was very nice and extremely smooth, the slide fit was not unbelievably good but more then acceptable, the machining on the front strap was very nicely done, and the trigger was very crisp at 3.5#. If anything I think this gun could hold me over long enough for me to decide if I'd want to solely commit to single stack and move to the top of the quality ladder. At that point it would make a wonderful back up for not a lot of coin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted November 25, 2016 Share Posted November 25, 2016 Hello: If the front strap has been checkered I would go ahead and buy it. They did not come that way from STI and someone paid some money to have it done. They are really good pistols I still have one in 45 and it still shoots great and is fit very well. You are going to love it. Get some more Tripp mags for it and 6 mag pouches and have some fun. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrydoc Posted November 26, 2016 Share Posted November 26, 2016 (edited) I had a 9mm one before I bit the bullet and purchased a 2nd hand Nighthawk GRP, it was a very good gun I got it 2nd hand also and had no issues with it at all Edited November 26, 2016 by terrydoc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ML1911 Posted November 26, 2016 Share Posted November 26, 2016 I just bought a MAX in .40 . so far I love it . Great trigger and set up ready to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mreed911 Posted November 26, 2016 Share Posted November 26, 2016 EASY to replace the optic with your color of choice. That price for a battle-tested and obviously loved gun, assuming it's not junk on the inside? Do it. Worst case you sell it later. Just sad I haven't seen springer ro's on sale today... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doge Posted November 26, 2016 Share Posted November 26, 2016 I had a SIG Traditional Tacops and used it for a couple USPSA matches and was a great gun. Right now I'm playing Single Stack Minor with a Wilson Combat CQB with dawson ice magwell and front sight. For the 1k-1.5k ish range I suggest the Springfield RO, Springfield Loaded, STI Trojan, Sig Traditional Match, Sig Max Michel model (already comes race ready but you might prefer different basepads as the Wilsons fit flush with the Ice Magwell). Another option abeit rough is a Rock Island FS 1911 with Novak dovetails so you can slap on some Dawsons and a magwell of your choice. You'll have extra money to spend on quality mags and even more ammo. Lots of great options! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatrickDoyle Posted December 27, 2016 Share Posted December 27, 2016 On Thursday, November 24, 2016 at 10:21 AM, Gman57 said: I have found the Colt Competition to be hit or miss. I do have a Colt Special Combat Government that is about as good from Colt's custom shop as I've seen. I have this in stainless....it was gifted to me by a friend. Great gun. Is it kinda rare? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtchevy841 Posted December 27, 2016 Share Posted December 27, 2016 Tried several early in shooting single stack but eventually settled on Sti Trojans. Great guns and quality firvthe price. Never had any issues with them. Great shooters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlrock Posted December 27, 2016 Share Posted December 27, 2016 Save up a little more and buy the Max of that's what you want. You're going to spend at least that much adding parts the Max already has to whatever you buy for $1000.I second the captain's recommendation. I have the Sig Max in 40 and love it. I changed mine over to a Series 70 with the shim and added a lighter mainspring to make the trigger pull lighter at around 3lbs. There are better upgraded parts already installed, including an extended firing pin. The Wilson Combat mags that come with it are awesome. The only one that is comparable is the STI Trojan Competition Ready by Dawson. My buddy has it and loves his. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeEB Posted December 27, 2016 Share Posted December 27, 2016 (edited) I've got a sig max in 45, great gun. I did change the slide stop though, the factory one was too long for me. Edited December 27, 2016 by DukeEB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hgr2 Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 I considered the SA RO but that Fred Flintstone rear sight killed the deal. I have made 3 great Trojan deals just watching the classifieds on this forum. Looks like there are a couple really nice STIs for sale right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikdanja Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 If I shot single stack I would look at the Springfield RO. Imo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkheard Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 I have a Sig Max in .45. It is awesome. Had an issue with the front sight becoming in-staked. Sig CS handled it swiftly and without drama. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcc7x7 Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 Sig Max, Sig Traditional Springfield RO plus upgrades STI Trojan plus upgrades or Trojan Dawson CR in that order IMO, FWIW!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfs Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 On Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at 8:49 PM, jw3378 said: I plan to shoot major and am reloading for 9mm currently and am in the process of gathering the parts for my Dillon caliber conversion. With 40 cal you will not have to change primers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff O Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 (edited) RO - hands down the best buy in 1911's. Match barrel & adj sight. Edited January 1, 2017 by Jeff O Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwhittin Posted January 2, 2017 Share Posted January 2, 2017 +1 for the Dan Wesson route. Shot a valor in USPSA for a couple years. Excellent gun. There is one for sale on BE right now for $1300. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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