[Jglick]

Hi SA forums!
Thanks for the add.

I needed a 1911 for the collection and picked one up this weekend, first SA and first 1912. A local man was selling it at the shop through ppt.

I’m not really sure what model I bought, it just says “1911-A1”.

Does anyone know if this is the same as the milspec?, or know anything else about this pistol? Thanks in advance! Super happy to have finally gotten a 1911.

My best,

jesse.

 

[hodge5]

Welcome to the forum!

 

[RevV]

Hello, Jglick, these links might be informative.
I'm not a 1911 guy. I've owned 2 and traded both.
They are awesome--no doubt about that--but I prefer striker-fired polymer.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M1911_pistol

Six M1911A1 Pistols Worth a Serious Look - Guns and Ammo

The Mil-Spec Model 1911A1 pistol was the sidearm of America's greatest generation, and there are several available that celebrate history; here's how they compare.

www.gunsandammo.com

 

[unclebob]

Welcome from Northern Illinois.
I'm no expert,I wanted a Mil-Spec, but with my aging eyes I wanted better sights so I bought a Range Officer Operator.
They are very similar and are great shooters.
Yours in my opinion looks like a Mil-Spec.
Good Luck with your new toy...

 

[unclebob]

1911 Mil-Spec Handguns - Springfield Armory

www.springfield-armory.com

 

[WVSurveyor]

Welcome to the forum Jglick. It looks like a mil-spec. On some models they put 1911-A1 on the slide and on others I've seen Milspec. I would suggest you get in touch with Springfield, give them the serial number and they'll give you the info on the weapon.
Welcome to the forum by the way. You may want to go to the new member section and tell us a little about yourself.

 

[Carryon9mm]

Welcome

 

[Major 2]

Most defiantly a Milspec, and an awesome piece congrats,,,
Contact SA with an email with the Serial Number and they will respond with the manufacture date.


Mine is a 1911 Milspec NM4369xx made in 12/2015