RIA 1911 10mm

fltbed · December 04 2015 06:25:08 PM MST

It's back from the mothership!

With a new (very nicely fitted) barrel...and slide!

It took an extra week due to the Thanksgiving holiday but after taking a few measurements, I'm very impressed!

The weather looks good for Sunday, so I should be able to get out to the range for a little chrono testing. With the new barrel, my hopes are high for better accuracy and velocity. ${$default_cheesy_smiley}$

Jeff

fltbed · December 06 2015 03:49:13 PM MST

Interesting test results today. On some loads, the new barrel was faster. On other loads it was slower.
On all loads it was more accurate.

180 gr coated lead (Black Cherry) 6.8 gr WSF
Old barrel: 1096 f.p.s. New barrel: 1111 f.p.s. ${$default_cool_smiley}$

180 gr XTP 8.2 gr BE-86
Old barrel: 1133 f.p.s. New barrel: 1155 f.p.s. ${$default_cool_smiley}$

200 gr XTP 12.4 gr #9
Old Barrel: 1094 f.p.s. New barrel: 1065 f.p.s. ${$default_shocked_smiley}$

Jeff

Reverendpdp · December 18 2015 06:10:50 AM MST

Though the fact that you had to send it back is a real pain, the silver lining is that they took care of you. I too was very impressed with Armscor's outstanding Customer Service. Kinda wish these guns were built in Nevada rather than Philippines...

I have a TAC Ultra MS, but as of late have been eyeballing both the Sig p220-10, and another Rock Island; the Pro Match Ultra 6". I know, call me crazy!

Captain O · December 20 2015 02:15:37 PM MST

That's a great platform. If you are inclined to "tinker" or put in time as a "builder" it is affordable enough for the purpose.

dakota1911 · December 22 2015 09:18:12 AM MST

Or if you don't want to tinker or send them back you may have to look at several examples before you buy one.

Captain O · December 22 2015 06:27:48 PM MST

I would like to se a "customized" version. (A match barrel/bushing, supported barrel and match trigger) would make this "interesting" to say the least.

Many shooters don't understand the concept of hunting with an self-loading pistol. What it must possess is the the power to drop medium-sized game at reasonable ranges (between 60-100 yards). The 180-220 grain bullets to proper levels can be used efficiently from a 5"(+) barrel. As long as the bullets are properly placed, the 10mm Auto is sufficient to accomplish the task at hand. An adequate 'platform" is all that's needed.

Agreed?

fltbed · December 22 2015 07:15:40 PM MST

Quote from: Captain O on December 22 2015 06:27:48 PM MST
I would like to se a "customized" version. (A match barrel/bushing, supported barrel and match trigger) would make this "interesting" to say the least.

Many shooters don't understand the concept of hunting with an self-loading pistol. What it must possess is the the power to drop medium-sized game at reasonable ranges (between 60-100 yards). The 180-220 grain bullets to proper levels can be used efficiently from a 5"(+) barrel. As long as the bullets are properly placed, the 10mm Auto is sufficient to accomplish the task at hand. An adequate 'platform" is all that's needed.

Agreed?

Agreed

Mines not very customized. I installed an old S&A magwell, Greider short trigger and did a trigger job. I was thinking about fitting a new KKM match barrel but figured I'd give the factory a shot first.

50 yards off sandbags

I'd say it's accurate enough to be "interesting".

Jeff

Captain O · December 22 2015 10:30:21 PM MST

Jeff:

So far, so good! As far as your pocketbook is concerned, I hope that's all the 'alterations' you need have been accomlished.

Captain O

fltbed · December 24 2015 09:21:57 AM MST

The only other mod I'm thinking about doing to it, is a narrower Dawson fiber optic front sight. I have his .100 wide sights on most of my pistols as I prefer having a little more light on either side of the front sight.https://dawsonprecision.com/rock-island-1911-fiber-optic-front-sights/

One things for sure. The experiences I've had with this gun and my Glock 40 with the FF3. I really think I need the RIA Pro Match 6" 10mm. ${$default_cheesy_smiley}$

Jeff

Captain O · December 24 2015 12:35:16 PM MST

Jeff:

If I may be so bold as to suggest that a custom-fitted KKM 6" slide/barrel arrangement may be all you need to have a 2-in-1 arrangement, thus negating the need for an entirely new pistol.

fltbed · December 24 2015 01:47:46 PM MST

Quote from: Captain O on December 24 2015 12:35:16 PM MST
Jeff:

If I may be so bold as to suggest that a custom-fitted KKM 6" slide/barrel arrangement may be all you need to have a 2-in-1 arrangement, thus negating the need for an entirely new pistol.

Now that would spoil all the fun. ${$default_grin_smiley}$

I've actually considered doing that. Maybe if Caspian has another year end sale, I'll pick up a full profile 6" slide.

Jeff

Reverendpdp · December 29 2015 05:04:28 PM MST

Not necessarily a match barrel but a few customizations and upgrades...

Reverendpdp · December 29 2015 05:05:18 PM MST

One more...

fltbed · January 01 2016 06:57:19 AM MST

Sweet. That's the cool things about 1911's, their like the Harley's of the gun world. Infinite ways to customize them. ${$default_cool_smiley}$

I've considered getting a Rock Ultra MS and removing the magwell and doing a bobtail to it. I have a friend who has a Dan Wesson set up like that and it really carries and shoots well.

Jeff