At SHOT Show, Remington introduced a new version of their 1911 R1 handgun. Cosmetically is looks more modern than the more traditional looking original 1911 R1. I really liked the look when I saw it at the show.
The enhanced model features ...
Adjustable Rear SightFiber-Optic Front Sight (Red)Front/Rear Slide SerrationsBeavertail Grip Safety with Checkered Memory BumpEnhanced HammerAnodized Aluminum Match TriggerEnhanced Wide Thumb SafetyFlat Checkered Mainspring Housing (20 LPI)Match Grade Stainless Barrel and BushingFront Grip Strap SerrationsCustom Grips with Thumb Groove and Ambi Cut8-Round Magazines with Bumper Pad (2)
I think I could do without the fiber optic sight, but that looks pretty fair, otherwise.
This is an antique, not ‘modern’ anything.
If it was modern it would be doublestack, have a polymer grip and an alloy frame. It would not weigh 40 ounces. It would have a Trijicon RMR mounted, along with barrel with thread on for a suppressor. It would come in flat dark earth.
Basically it would look like the FNP Tactical .45
I have to say that yet another variation on the M1911 has the same yawn-inducing effect on me as yet another variation on the AR-15.
Most of the US gun industry seems to be stuck in a rut. All credit to those like Magpul and Keltec who are prepared to do something different.
Why everyone insists on putting grip safeties on modern 1911s, is beyond me…
Looks nice though.
I agree with you about the looks of the piece. N-i-c-e.
Well, everything but the grips. Those are an eyesore.
Maybe the way they feel overcomes the way they look!
Needs a rail.
Just sayin’.
@Canthros, I would agree… The fiber optic site could probably get lost.
Lose the shit Series 80 system and I’d think about it. 1911s are awesome, but they’re a dime a dozen now and I could get more for my money with a Series 70 Armscor from the Philippines…
Those are some ugly serrations.
Do NOT like that sharp-edged front sight. It will snag on clothing. I agree on the grip safety as well. Lose it; it was the answer to a non-existent question in 1911
Cheers,
Gary
Sweet, Steve if you get me one ill make a good review of it OK? LOL
I for one HATE front serration on any 1911… why do they insist on breaking up otherwise beautiful lines with stupid front serrations
I prefered the original version. I like the classic look for a 1911.
With all the CRAP that Remington puts their name on now, (walmart knives, multitools, etc) everytime I see the brand name I think of low quality….sad
Very nice gun.
I love the fact that the retractable “don’t steal me” wire is attached to the trigger guard by a plastic zip tie. That’ll stop the thieves.
/Salute
Ahead of its time for sure! I just have a problem when .45 users want to force their opinions on everyone else!:) With that said…if you love it, love it!:)
@Subase : 1911s on alloy frames have been on the market for pretty much 60 years now. The steel frame has the advantage of not getting beaten up by the gun cycling over and over. If you shoot 500 rounds a week all year alloy works, if you go over the 10 000 rounds a week regimen steel is way better.
I for one like the steel-framed pistols, they dont jump much. Polymer is better if you are bothered by weight. If you are not, steel has its advantages.
As for double stack, to each his own. The argument can go both ways. Single stack is more universal, most people with small hands hate double stacked magazines for the fat handle they give.
Anyhow, 1911 Vs wonder-nine is like 9 vs .45.
Nobody really cares. And people just argue for the sake of argument.
You know “Modern” or “New” doesn’t always equate to better…you know what they say: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”. This design has worked flawlessly for a century, you can’t say that about a “Glock”.
@ subase
It looks pretty modern version of a M1911 anyway. It only lacks a picateny rail under the barrel like the M9A1 or Kimber Covert has.
Well…I would prefer the R-1 version with a commander style hammer, beavertail safety, lanyard ring arched mainspring housing and the original style thumb safety. In other words, an outdoorsman’s 1911.