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2/2/2009 1:09:44 PM EDT
Gents,

I'm thinking about adding an STI Trojan to the stable. However, I haven't heard much about them - it looks and feels well built. Seeking feedback either positive or negative...price seems good for a modern day 1911 - $920.00.

Thanks!

Sakic #19
2/2/2009 1:13:02 PM EDT
[#1]
Quoted:
Gents,

I'm thinking about adding an STI Trojan to the stable. However, I haven't heard much about them - it looks and feels well built. Seeking feedback either positive or negative...price seems good for a modern day 1911 - $920.00.

Thanks!

Sakic #19




Yeah, they are top of the line gear for factory stuff.  We use them in USPSA and IDPA all the time, pretty much the standard in limited and open division.  They also have one hell of a customer service policy so I think you'll be in good hands adding the Trojan to the stable.
2/2/2009 1:52:25 PM EDT
[#2]
I will second that.
I bought a Dan Wesson first.
My second will be either a second DW or an STI.
2/2/2009 2:13:08 PM EDT
[#3]
I'm looking at buying one in the near future. The only thing that turns me off is what they do with the slides.
2/2/2009 3:04:41 PM EDT
[#4]
Quoted:
I'm looking at buying one in the near future. The only thing that turns me off is what they do with the slides.


What's wrong with the slides?
2/2/2009 3:21:30 PM EDT
[#5]
Quoted:
Quoted:
I'm looking at buying one in the near future. The only thing that turns me off is what they do with the slides.


What's wrong with the slides?


Humongous rollmark letters.  I wish they were a bit smaller.  Good guns though
2/2/2009 3:32:16 PM EDT
[#6]
They toned down the rollmarks on the Trojan. Then again, at least you can read the rollmarks. The Colt Series 70 repro rollmarks look like someone scrubbed the slide with steel wool from a few feet away.
2/2/2009 3:40:04 PM EDT
[#7]
STI is good shit
2/3/2009 7:33:35 AM EDT
[#8]
I have a Kimber(.45) and a STI (9mm) and I believe I like the Kimber better. Check out the Kimber Custom Aegis II and compare prices. The STI is a real pain to take down for cleaning.

fred
2/3/2009 8:02:03 AM EDT
[#9]
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STI is good shit


+1
2/3/2009 8:20:47 AM EDT
[#10]


We are now stocking STI's at Gilberts.

Tim
2/3/2009 8:51:02 AM EDT
[#11]
STI Lawman is my next purchase here at tax time....   everyone that i know that has 1 give 0 conplaints.. nuthin but praise
2/3/2009 5:14:29 PM EDT
[#12]
I have a Trojan in 45, if I had it do do again I would go for the lawman.  My trojan is great, but I would prefer the checkering and the low profile sights.  That damn STI bomar copy keeps wearing holes in my shirts.
2/3/2009 6:21:23 PM EDT
[#13]
Lawman like this??

i love it



2/3/2009 6:27:35 PM EDT
[#14]
Quoted:
I have a Trojan in 45, if I had it do do again I would go for the lawman.  My trojan is great, but I would prefer the checkering and the low profile sights.  That damn STI bomar copy keeps wearing holes in my shirts.


Should have ordered it with Heinie's!
2/3/2009 11:27:32 PM EDT
[#15]
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I have a Trojan in 45, if I had it do do again I would go for the lawman.  My trojan is great, but I would prefer the checkering and the low profile sights.  That damn STI bomar copy keeps wearing holes in my shirts.


Should have ordered it with Heinie's!


When I ordered mine I never even thought about it.  A friend of mine had one, and his wasn't that bad.  Mine needs a meltdown in the worst way.  Mine is just sharp all over.  I did knowk some of the edge off of the rear sight with a dremel. It looks like hell, but it wont cut you anymore.
2/4/2009 2:59:30 AM EDT
[#16]
The Trojan is one of the very top 1911s under a grand as far as I'm concerned.
2/4/2009 5:21:01 AM EDT
[#17]
The STI is a great gun, I just cant get past paying that kind of money for a cast frame gun. Its a personal hang up, thats all.

The Lawman, on the other hand, is a fantastic, fantastic piece.
2/4/2009 8:38:24 AM EDT
[#18]



Quoted:


Gents,



I'm
thinking about adding an STI Trojan to the stable. However, I haven't
heard much about them - it looks and feels well built. Seeking feedback
either positive or negative...price seems good for a modern day 1911 -
$920.00.



Thanks!



Sakic #19





FYI - there is a used Trojan in 9mm for $750 at Green Mountain Guns in Lakewood, at least there was yesterday.  It looked like it was in good shape.





I'm clueless as what what those are worth so hopefully someone else can help out.



 
2/4/2009 8:55:38 AM EDT
[#19]
Quoted:
Quoted:
STI is good shit


+1


+2

kicks the sh*t out of ANY kimber imo
2/4/2009 10:06:39 AM EDT
[#20]
Quoted:

Quoted:
Gents,

I'mthinking about adding an STI Trojan to the stable. However, I haven'theard much about them - it looks and feels well built. Seeking feedbackeither positive or negative...price seems good for a modern day 1911 -$920.00.

Thanks!

Sakic #19


FYI - there is a used Trojan in 9mm for $750 at Green Mountain Guns in Lakewood, at least there was yesterday.  It looked like it was in good shape.


I'm clueless as what what those are worth so hopefully someone else can help out.
 


For a trojan in good shape $750-800 is a normal price.  If you go to Brazos Custom or Dawson Precision a new one runs $921-922.00.
2/4/2009 10:10:42 AM EDT
[#21]



Quoted:


Gents,



I'm thinking about adding an STI Trojan to the stable. However, I haven't heard much about them - it looks and feels well built. Seeking feedback either positive or negative...price seems good for a modern day 1911 - $920.00.



Thanks!



Sakic #19
You ain't from around these part's ar ya?




STI is the stuff man, you need to get out more.
 
2/4/2009 11:42:21 AM EDT
[#22]
STI makes great products.  I have several and find them to be well made.
2/4/2009 2:48:46 PM EDT
[#23]
Quoted:
Quoted:
Quoted:
I have a Trojan in 45, if I had it do do again I would go for the lawman.  My trojan is great, but I would prefer the checkering and the low profile sights.  That damn STI bomar copy keeps wearing holes in my shirts.


Should have ordered it with Heinie's!


When I ordered mine I never even thought about it.  A friend of mine had one, and his wasn't that bad.  Mine needs a meltdown in the worst way.  Mine is just sharp all over.  I did knowk some of the edge off of the rear sight with a dremel. It looks like hell, but it wont cut you anymore.


My wife's Trojan is nicely beveled. There are several fixed sights which will replace an adjustible Bomar pattern rear.
2/4/2009 6:58:17 PM EDT
[#24]
Not only do the folks at STI stand behind their products but they're also pretty darned good about supporting their customer base.  Many gun companies only post ads in gun magazines, etc. but STI does way more.  They've got some excellent programs like the contingency awards program and they donate a bunch of guns and other merchandise at local and major matches.  I've met Dave and Don on a couple of occasions and they're both friendly guys and are great to deal with.
2/4/2009 7:39:18 PM EDT
[#25]
STI...a name you can trust.
2/5/2009 12:43:42 AM EDT
[#26]
STI is a better gun than any kimber.
2/6/2009 10:51:57 AM EDT
[#27]
I put STI at the top of semi-custom 1911's.
2/6/2009 7:53:42 PM EDT
[#28]
I pretty sure the only cast frame STI uses is on the Spartan. Rest are forged. If I'm wrong please be kind in correcting me.
Price to similar price I would take a STI over a Kimber any day of the week., twice on Sundays.
STI's are great guns that are very well made. Even there bargain Trojan. Is leaps and bounds better than anything in it's price range.
They have a excellent no BS warranty if you do get very unlucky.
2/7/2009 7:04:47 AM EDT
[#29]
The Trojan, Ranger II, and a few others are built on cast frames. Generally, the single stack guns with scallops are cast. They're damn good frames.
2/7/2009 8:31:01 AM EDT
[#30]
STI is largely unknown outside the action shooting circle.   Inside that circle, they are regarded as the standard.
2/7/2009 12:48:08 PM EDT
[#31]
i think that the lawman and 2011 are the only ones forged.
2/7/2009 1:46:50 PM EDT
[#32]
Looking at their website, it's about a 50/50 mix.
2/8/2009 2:32:27 PM EDT
[#33]
i've been wanting a STI, and just bought an Edge this past week.

I have owned quite a few Kimbers (still have my Tactical Ultra), Para's, RIA's and Springers (Still have my TRP, EMP & 9mm loaded), and the STI is the BEST 1911 that i own so far.
i know that its not a fair comparison, in prices, but i'm now thinging of selling my 9mm loaded & Kimber to buy another STI.

2/8/2009 6:09:06 PM EDT
[#34]
FWW the Trojan 9mm is up to $999 now.