1911

[jon@hmbgny]

jan.11 my 2012 rugersr1911 brushed stainless steel combat 70 series with aluminum skeleton trigger andhammer is arriving. they list for like $800 or so my deal included 2 mags 1 8rnd and 1 flushed mount 7rd dont understand that but soft carry case breakdown tool and cleaning rod $529.00 no tax or ffl cost also bought the falco leather above hip holster $39 dont know though what brand ammo to use though this is new to me first .45 any suggestions,jonathan

[tuts40]

Sweet! Good luck with your new baby. Tho some 1911's can be finicky with ammo, I'm sure someone here will point you in the right direction. As always, run a hundred plus through it with whatever ammo you intend to use for SD and ensure it is flawless with it before trusting it. ...I'm sure you already know that but what the heck, thought I'd toss it out here anyway.

[BattleSwine]

Providing one 7rd and one 8rd magazine seems to be the factory standard when it comes to 1911's. I have no experience with Ruger 1911 magazines. I own many Ruger's just not the SR1911. I have lots of experience with Kimber 1911's. While I love 1911's they make I hate their magazines. I consider them range only. I hope Ruger brings their A-game when it comes to the magazines. Most of FTFs were from cheap magazines. If you encounter some while breaking in your SR1911 try a magazine from Wilson Combat, Chip McCormick, Ed Brown or Les Baer. Especially, if you are going to use it as a carry piece. Yes they are far more expensive than the no name 1911 magazines you can find at gun shows, but none of those I would trust with my life. I have far more "Range only" magazines than carry magazines. For ammo I would recommend using 230gr Hardball (FMJ) as your base line. It was what John Browning designed the 1911 to use. Brand doesn't seem to make to much of a difference when it to strait Hardball, but most of mine is Winchester or Speer Lawman. Avoid the Remington/UMC 185gr SWC I might have gotten a bad batch as dealer was offering it a price that was way to good to be true. Not sure if it was reduced charge or bad power. Ammo buyer beware 75% off ammo there's probably a good reason why. Even my Glock 21 had the same issue of off the paper low with my normal point of aim shots. It might have been that one batch, but I haven't touched it since. When choosing Self Defense ammo look for reliable feed that doesn't damage the round or stop course fail to feed. Having the same grouping as the hardball would allow you to use cheaper hardball for break-in and some of your range practice. 500rd break-in isn’t going to be cheap, but using hardball can reduce the expense. I have been very happy with Speer Gold Dot 230gr JHP for 15+ years. I’ve been testing Hornady TAP 230gr JHP. Looks good so far, but not ready to change my carry ammo yet. MidwayUSA stopped carrying Extreme Shock ammo before I finished my testing in 38 special, 45ACP, and 5.56mm. I’ve stayed with 230gr bullets as that’s what my guns like. I know I can change out springs for light loads or hotter +P loads. I haven’t made that jump yet, but I’m very close. That adds another layer of complexity but it’s been years in the making. Just find what your gun likes in its stock configuration. So just buy one box of each type of regularly/easily available ammo in your local area. Once you know what works best for you then look to buy in bulk for your practice. Good luck and stay safe.

[Iam2Taz]

Nice choice. Go run some cheap Winchester White Box though it. About 200 - 400 rounds, but DO NOT expect accuracy beyond 10 yds with that ammo. Keep it well oiled during the break in. (And even after) There are a number of good places to keep up on the particulars. (M1911.org is one.)

This ammo should cycle the gun just fine and is great for breaking it in. After that, some SD ammo, HPs, Hornady, etc. It will tell you if it is good to go or you have more work to do. - 1911s can be picky, but once you have one that sings, it will cause you to want another and another and another. They are like wrabbits!