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12/4/2011 3:51:46 PM EDT
Just picked it up last night I've wanted one forever. I got a great deal I didnt want anything too fancy just something I could tinker with. I'm pretty new to 1911's always been a glock person. Not gunna lie I'm not even fully aware on how it comes apart and where to oil this thing. So needless to say I will be doing a lot of reading lol. And it will be getting new sights soon just looking for someone to dovetail the front.  Heres a pic.
http://i448.photobucket.com/albums/qq206/Graystenzel/IMAG0527.jpg
12/4/2011 4:56:08 PM EDT
[#1]
Nice grips!! .. and not a bad way to start , But watch out 1911's are somewhat addicting and create fanboys OVER NIGHT!!
12/4/2011 6:41:13 PM EDT
[#2]
Congrats on the new toy, I mean 1911. It's easy to learn, hard to put down, and a boat load of fun.

Good shooting!
12/4/2011 6:45:32 PM EDT
[#3]
RIAs are nice pistols.  The GI model is a good basic 1911.  Watch the hammer bite.

DON'T buy a second one.  They are like rabbits.  They will multiply faster than you can keep up!
12/4/2011 8:19:18 PM EDT
[#4]
Congrats.

ARFCOM and Youtube are great resourses to learn 1911 tips and tricks.
12/5/2011 1:55:19 AM EDT
[#5]
Thanks guys. And I know its killing me that I can't shoot it. What are some decent upgrades and some good places to buy from. I want to do sights soon. Maybe a beavertail and was thinking a full length guide rod if its something I could benefit from, and lots and lots of ammo lol.
12/5/2011 4:42:19 AM EDT
[#6]
shoot first decide on so called upgrades later- full length guide rods are useless for one. not everyone gets hammer bite so a beavertail (which requires replacing the hammer too) may not be needed.
I prefer higher profile sights but that is about it.
most all 1911 parts require fitting - this isn't the  AR you can upgrade on your kitchen table.
12/5/2011 5:37:05 AM EDT
[#7]
Appreciate the response man. I guess the guide rod is out. One thing I def want is new sights and a few more mags.
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