How good is a Rock Island 1911 45?

Conclusion. The Rock Island 1911 is a great starter-priced 1911 around $500 that maintains the look of a standard GI model with decent parkerizing and surprisingly good trigger. But beware of some initial break-in, potential for hammer bite, and terrible GI sights. So…

Is Rock Island American made?

Simply stated, and with a focus solely on American consumers, Rock Island Armory makes guns, both in the Philippines and soon in the United States, and Armscor USA produces American-made ammunition.

Is the Rock Island 1911 10mm any good?

The Rock Island Armory 10mm 1911 provides exceptional value for the price. Rock Island Armory pistols exhibit good fit and finish for the price. The 10mm Auto is a great pairing to the 1911 platform. The fiber-optic front sight was easy to acquire.

How long has Rock Island Armory been in business?

It’s been over 100 years since the first 1911 pistol design. This rich history is accompanied by many great companies over the years who have evolved, grown, and built upon this revolutionary firearm build.

How much is a 1911 Armscor?

MSRP $522. The M 1911 GI standard is a great representation of the original US GI combat issue 1911. It’s chambered in 9mm and built with our exacting engineering standards.

What parts can you put on a Rock Island 1911?

Choose from various modifications for your Rock Island 1911, including holsters, parts, sights, magazines, grips, lasers, lights and cleaning utilities. A proper gun grip is the first part on your Rock Island 1911 that you will come into contact with while reaching for it in the holster.

What is a proper gun grip on a 1911?

A proper gun grip is the first part on your Rock Island 1911 that you will come into contact with while reaching for it in the holster. It has to enable you a fast and easy draw at all times and conditions. There are possibilities of changing a grip in the process of finding the right one.

Are pistol grips considered a “cosmetic feature”?

In the context of that law, the National Rifle Association deemed pistol grips a “cosmetic feature”. Choose from various modifications for your Rock Island 1911, including holsters, parts, sights, magazines, grips, lasers, lights and cleaning utilities.

Should I get the dura grips for my 1911?

Highly recommend these for any 1911 Great quality and amazing customer service from seller. Fit GREAT and LOOKS good! I didn’t like the grips that came with my .45 so I searched the internet, and came across the dura grips. I instantly fell in love with the looks of them. They fit perfectly. And look GREAT on my 1911.