Is Taurus 1911 any good?
Utterly dependable with cheap or expensive ammo, round nose or hollow points and reloads. The accuracy of the gun is far greater with it’s match barrel and crisp trigger pull, than I can milk out of it with my shooting skills. The only downside to many Taurus firearms is the lack of aftermarket parts.
Is the Taurus 1911 45 ACP a good gun?
The Taurus PT-1911 does a pretty good job of living up to the century-long legacy of 1911s. It strikes the right balance of affordable and quality and performs well. Upgrading the trigger can be a challenge, but that’s about the only issue.
How much did a 1911 cost in 1911?
The designation changed to Pistol, Caliber . 45, Automatic, M1911A1 in the Vietnam War era.
| United States Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911 | |
|---|---|
| Designed | 1911 (Model 1911) and 1924 (Model 1911A1) |
| Manufacturer | Colt Manufacturing Company |
| Unit cost | $26.38 (1938), equal to $508 now |
| Produced | 1911–present |
Is Taurus 1911 a mil spec?
The Taurus 1911 is an unbeatable gun that is also an unbeatable value. This model features a matte black frame with a Mil-Spec cerakote green slide and Picatinny rail.
Whats the most expensive 1911?
Cabot 1911 Pistol Is Made From a Meteorite, Is World’s Most Expensive Ever. Pennsylvania based Cabot Gun has designed and fabricated a pair of 1911 pistols made out of a 35kg (77 lb) chunk of the Gibeon meteorite.
Are Taurus 1911 frames forged or cast?
Starting with our own hammer-forged (not cast) ordnance-grade steel frames, slides and barrels. Our skilled pistolsmiths hand-fit and assemble each firearm in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.
Where is Taurus 1911 made?
Porto Alegre Brazil
The Taurus PT1911 is a clone of the US military model 1911 single-action recoil operated semi-automatic pistol. It was designed and manufactured by Taurus in Porto Alegre Brazil, and distributed in the US by Taurus USA.
Who makes high end 1911s?
Custom 1911 Comparison
| Name | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Colt Model 1911 U.S. Army | (4.9/5.0) | $2,299 |
| Dan Wesson Specialist | (4.7/5.0) | $1,400 |
| Ed Brown Kobra Carry .45ACP | (4.3/5.0) | $2,700 |
| Kimber Rapide Black Ice | (4.6/5.0) | $1,978 |