Ruger vs Springfield

[Madeinhb]

I've always wanted a 1911 so I'm going to finally get one. However, also looking for a conceal carry gun. Was looking at both of these manufacturers and the compact versions of 1911. Read online that people say save the money and go Ruger. Then spend the saved money on extra mags.

Anyone have opinions on either?

[Great-Kazoo]

If you'd like to road test a ruger drop me a pm. There's nothing wrong with either one, buy which one you like better.

[roberth]

If you'd like to road test a ruger drop me a pm. There's nothign wrong with either one, but which one you like better.

I own SA and I've shot the Ruger. I wouldn't be unhappy with a Ruger.

[T. B. Turner]

I have a Ruger 1911 and I am happy with it. Ruger also has great customer service if you should ever have a problem.

[SideShow Bob]

Well, I have both ! So there.......
But, only the full size Ruger though. Compared to a SA Stainless Loaded when shooting, they are virtually the same. Only real difference is that the SA is a bit shinier.

[MarkCO]

Sig C3 is another nice choice.

[Zombie Steve]

I have a TRP that I've shot for many years, but in your case, I'd say Ruger for one reason: standard parts. Springfield 1911's have a proprietary mainspring housing, hammer spur, etc. One of my few gripes about Springfield's 1911's, but enough to make me recommend something else.

[brutal]

I have a TRP that I've shot for many years, but in your case, I'd say Ruger for one reason: standard parts. Springfield 1911's have a proprietary mainspring housing, hammer spur, etc. One of my few gripes about Springfield's 1911's, but enough to make me recommend something else.

I like my SA Loaded Parked, but I did have to do the ILS delete and replace some parts.

[EDIT] I'll add a very good friend donated some parts to helping do the ILS delete.

[ray1970]

I vote Ruger because it has one nice feature that isn't found on other 1911's. And integral plunger tube. It's made into the frame on the Rugers and isn't a separate piece. If you've ever had one come loose you know what a nice feature the integral tube is.

Although, I am basing this info off of something I read before they hit the market. You might want to verify that.

[SideShow Bob]

Yep, the plunger tube is cast onto the frame.

Also, the barrel & bushing are machined from the same piece of bar stock and stay together as a matched set during the assembly process.