Solairefastora Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Basically what the title says. I’m looking into beginning a tenure in single stack, and rather than looking at brands, learn about what “features” would be optimal for a competition gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpm2953 Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 For me .090 fiber front sight with blacked out rear Aggressive grips Magwell good trigger extended mag release Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigzeke Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Reliability Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIIID Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 (edited) Reliability and accuracy will be unknown until test fired but is most important. Then it will be personal preference; Sights, what do you want to see trigger, pull weight and trigger shoe safety, ambi or single side and beaver tail bump or non bump and hard tail mag well, full profile or open front and material type stainless-alum.- brass-tungsten... grips including: scales and front & back strap mag release Just something to think about. Rich Edited February 20, 2019 by RIIID Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IHAVEGAS Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 For me. 1.125 fat fiber optic front sight and adjustable rear. Magwell Grips per personal preference. Thin Thumb safety that does not get in my way Trigger at 3-4 lb and with a clean break. Reduced weight magazine release spring (cheap, buy kit with 4 springs from brown-ells) Free from feed issues, free from mags sticking, accurate enough to stay in 4" circle at 25 yards (USPSA) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yigal Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 good sponsor and a lot of Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dapribek Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Aftec extractor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rnlinebacker Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Basically what the title says. I’m looking into beginning a tenure in single stack, and rather than looking at brands, learn about what “features” would be optimal for a competition gun.legally for the division it must be a bushing barrel. preferences: -0.090 front sight (I prefer all black because fiber optic blooms and right eyes astigmatism causes sharpness issue)-Dawson or Techwell(require proprietary grips) Magwell-adjustable rear sight 0.125 to go with thin front sight-flat trigger such as X-line Vario or Infinity (I have EGW tank tread)-single sided safety (hands are big and right first knuckle sweeps right safety up constantly)- pinned grip safety (I use CK Arms grip safety that's designed to sit flush against frame)-EGW Ignition kit(best trigger parts available)-G10 grips Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 2 hours ago, jpm2953 said: For me .090 fiber front sight with blacked out rear Aggressive grips Magwell good trigger extended mag release ^^^^ This, plus RELIABILITY ^^^^^ and a .080 " fiber front sight. Can't overestimate the value of reliability ….. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Racinready300ex Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 This is probably different for everyone, but you'll likely see some trends. Adjustable rear sight all black .090 front with green fiber techwell positech grips dawson no gap magwell extended mag release short curved trigger trigger pull in the 2-3 lbs range is fine. mags that work get as close to the max weight as I can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueorison Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 10 hours ago, Solairefastora said: Basically what the title says. I’m looking into beginning a tenure in single stack, and rather than looking at brands, learn about what “features” would be optimal for a competition gun. The shooter. Just kidding! Kinda! The most important piece to me are good sights (as echoed by others on this thread). First and foremost. Dawson makes great sights, but 1911's have different cuts, depending on the mfg. Make sure you check the cuts compatibility before purchasing. Set your front sight width and FO dia to your preferences/median target distance/favored sizes. The second (to me) are ergos. Find a set of grips that work with your releasing of the mags. Find reliable mags. Mark them. Then, trigger, springs, magwell, not in particular order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJH Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 after reliability, reasonable accuracy, and a magwell, the rest is subjective. There have been many different answers but these three are needed. SS, i think even more than production is a division where cost of the gun has basically 0 to do with performance. I shot a crapper Rock Island with a magwell, trigger job, and grip tape to A class and in doing so I beat tons of good shooters with guns that cost thousands of dollars more than the Rock Island. It even had the stock sights with a little flo orange paint applied (that said i dont heartily endorse RIs , they are kinda crappy, but would look for more of a good middle of the road gun). So you see "race ready" is really dependent on what you want, other that the 3 things i listed. So go shoot some 1911s and see what you like, cause we are all just telling you what a "race ready" gun is for us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF2010 Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 9 hours ago, Rnlinebacker said: legally for the division it must be a bushing barrel. preferences: -0.090 front sight (I prefer all black because fiber optic blooms and right eyes astigmatism causes sharpness issue) -Dawson or Techwell(require proprietary grips) Magwell -adjustable rear sight 0.125 to go with thin front sight -flat trigger such as X-line Vario or Infinity (I have EGW tank tread) -single sided safety (hands are big and right first knuckle sweeps right safety up constantly) - pinned grip safety (I use CK Arms grip safety that's designed to sit flush against frame) -EGW Ignition kit(best trigger parts available) -G10 grips Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk interesting gun you have there... Trojan slide on a different frame? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rnlinebacker Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 no, that's an STI master series frameSent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solairefastora Posted February 21, 2019 Author Share Posted February 21, 2019 12 hours ago, Rnlinebacker said: legally for the division it must be a bushing barrel. preferences: -0.090 front sight (I prefer all black because fiber optic blooms and right eyes astigmatism causes sharpness issue) -Dawson or Techwell(require proprietary grips) Magwell -adjustable rear sight 0.125 to go with thin front sight -flat trigger such as X-line Vario or Infinity (I have EGW tank tread) -single sided safety (hands are big and right first knuckle sweeps right safety up constantly) - pinned grip safety (I use CK Arms grip safety that's designed to sit flush against frame) -EGW Ignition kit(best trigger parts available) -G10 grips Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk Thanks for the response! For the Dawson Ice, I know the no gap version requires use of their base pads. Is it worth it in your opinion to buy the magwell then shell our extra for the pads? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rnlinebacker Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 Thanks for the response! For the Dawson Ice, I know the no gap version requires use of their base pads. Is it worth it in your opinion to buy the magwell then shell our extra for the pads?if you're going to use any magwell in a single stack i'd highly recommend base pads as they will allow you two better grab mags on loads & reloads. I use Dawson's gap magwell with his base pads it's money well investedSent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solairefastora Posted February 21, 2019 Author Share Posted February 21, 2019 6 minutes ago, Rnlinebacker said: if you're going to use any magwell in a single stack i'd highly recommend base pads as they will allow you two better grab mags on loads & reloads. I use Dawson's gap magwell with his base pads it's money well invested Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk What magazines do you recommend to use them with? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rnlinebacker Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 What magazines do you recommend to use them with?https://dawsonprecision.com/competition-ready-magazines/tripp-competition-ready-magazines/Any of these competition ready magazines based on your budget. What caliber will you be shooting? Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dranoel Posted February 21, 2019 Share Posted February 21, 2019 Flawlessly reliable Accurate Index's perfectly Comfortable (no pain, no chewed up hands) Goes in and comes out of the holster without any hitches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solairefastora Posted February 21, 2019 Author Share Posted February 21, 2019 19 hours ago, Rnlinebacker said: https://dawsonprecision.com/competition-ready-magazines/tripp-competition-ready-magazines/ Any of these competition ready magazines based on your budget. What caliber will you be shooting? Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk I was thinking 9mm due to the large hordes of it I have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyK Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 I've had really good luck with the Wilson 9mm mags. Your milage may vary. I suggest buying or borrowing a selection and finding out what your gun likes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_Seehawer Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 9 - Wilson ETMs.40 - Tripp 10 rounders (they seat sweet).45 - Wilson 47D’s with 5/8” basepads IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GringoBandito Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 30 minutes ago, B_Seehawer said: 9 - Wilson ETMs .40 - Tripp 10 rounders (they seat sweet) .45 - Wilson 47D’s with 5/8” basepads IMO If you want to load long for 9mm, the get the 38 super mags from tripp and the 10MM tripp mags if you shoot 40. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_Seehawer Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 If you want to load long for 9mm, the get the 38 super mags from tripp and the 10MM tripp mags if you shoot 40. You are absolutely correct, that’s what I have and I missed it. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solairefastora Posted February 22, 2019 Author Share Posted February 22, 2019 48 minutes ago, GringoBandito said: If you want to load long for 9mm, the get the 38 super mags from tripp and the 10MM tripp mags if you shoot 40. As a complete newbie, I assume you’re talking about reloading right? What do you mean by “load long?” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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