Posted: 4/12/2008 9:50:16 AM EDT
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I am planning on getting my first 1911. I am looking at the Springfield TRP. It seems to have all of the features that I want and is still somewhat affordable. My first question is, are the TRP's a well-made 1911? Are there many reports of problems with them? Also, what is the difference, beside the grips, in these two 1911's? www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/24/products_id/43772 www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/24/products_id/27896 I looked at the Springfield Armory website but it wasn't much help at all. Thanks for the help, Nic |
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I picked up the TRP about 6 mos ago and love it. I have the exact one in the first link - the PC9108LP. It's a substantial gun - like all 5" full size 1911's are. I've put about 1000 rounds through so far and not a single problem. The grips on mine are just like the first link - gray They, along with the front strap checkering, will definitely give you a good hold on your sidearm. Almost too sharp, but they'll likely wear down over time. I love the look, too. The gray just goes well with the color of the slide and frame. You will not regret the decision if you get the TRP. rich |
I have the same model and experienced the same performance. Great gun. My only bitch is with the recoil spring plug--it has a razor sharp circular edge that will/has draw blood when pressed into the slide during reassembly. Gotta do something about that. If you get a SA, be sure and take advantage of the "coupon" that comes with the weapon. Mags, holster, etc at a pretty good discount. |
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I second that on the reassembly. I'm actually considering getting a bushing wrench or something to make reassembly a bit easier. This is my 4th 1911 and its the most difficult to reassemble of any of them. I bet I spent 30 min last time just trying to get the guide rod/spring and bushing back in place last week. Gotta be an easier way. OTW - great gun! rich |
I have a bushing wrench and while it was useful, it didn't address the basic issue of stuffing the spring and plug into the slide. Next time out, I'm going to try a wooden/plastic dowel inserted through the plug and spring and into the slide. My theory is that it will at least line things up, and efforts can be concentrated on compressing the spring with the plug. Once the plug is in the slide, remove the dowel. I'll bet I launched that damn plug a half dozen times. I also have a SA Trophy Match with the same set-up, and I haven't had the same issues with it. It seems that the recoil spring in the TM is significantly less than that in the TRP. And the edge on the plug isn't so sharp. The real solution is to replace the two-piece guide rod with a single piece GI style. |
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I had one and really liked it. I'll probably be buying another soon, if I don't get a full blown custom. The three complaints I had with my TRP were: 1. The slide stop had a casting mark across the pin portion of it that wold not allow Wilson Mags to lock the slide back so I swapped it for a Wilson Bullet Proof slide stop. While this was annoying, it was an easy fix. In Springfields defense the gun ran just fine with Springfield mags wich is what it was designed to do. Different makers mags are made to different specs. 2. The sights were set up for a 6 o'clock hold. I prefer POA/POI. It's my understanding that it is kinda luck of the draw on Springers as to wether you will get a gun set up for a 6 o'clock hold or POA?POI as they have 3 different heights of rear sight. Again this is an easy fix with a 10-8 rear sight. 3. I do not care for the 2 piece mag guide with the ILS. I much prefer and S&A one piece mag guide with no etra locking devices. All in all I think the TRP is a great pistol for the money and probably the best thing you're gonna find in that price range. |
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I bought a slightly used TRP yesterday and took it to the range this morning. The original owner claimed between 1000 and 2000 rounds through the gun, but I'm guessing it was closer to 1000, as there is very little wear. There are 2 things I don't like about the TRP's now that I own one and have shot it. First is the full length guide rod, which I've already switched out for a GI setup. The second is the 20lpi checkering, it is sharp. I don't shoot often enough to toughen up the hands, so I will be softening this a bit. I've apparently gotten lucky on this one. Mine shoots POA at 15 yards, and appears to have the original sights on it. I've shot SA's for about 10 years now, and I can't believe it took me this long to buy a TRP. These really are worth the money. |
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Thanks for all of the replies. It seems that most of the complaints you guys have about the TRP's are easily fixed. I don't know enough about 1911's to know what I, if anything would change on the pistol. I will just have to shoot one and see. I was already planning on getting different sights for it when I get one. I think I want adjustable sights. What are the opinions of these sights here? Also what mags do you guys recommend for 1911's? Thanks again, Nic |
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I admit to not having any experience with the adjustable Meprolite sights, but I've used a couple other brands of adjustable sights. IMHO, the only adjustable 1911 sight worth using is Bo-Mar. They're well built and tend to handle more abuse than others I've seen. If you get the TRP, spend some time shooting with the stock sights, as you may find that you like them. that will save you a good bit of money, as you'll have to buy the adjustables, and pay to have the slide milled so they fit. As for mags, I'm still stuck on the CMC and Wilson mags. A lot of people really like what Nighthawk is providing or the Tripp Research Cobra mags. I've not tried either yet, as I've got a drawer full of Wilsons, and they've never let me down. |
| I've used several mag configurations with the TRP and a Trophy Match including CHP, Colt, Springfield, no-name, etc.. all without a problem. This includes the $9 Springfield mags available using the coupon shipped with the TRP. The majority of the ammo used was FMJ ball. The Trophy Match is alleged to be mechanically identicle to the TRP but with target-type adjustable sights, and stainless frame and slide. If target-type adjustable sights is something you're looking for, you might want to take a look at the TM, and its about 10% less expensive. |
Yeah, I considered the TM but I want night sights so I would still want different sights, and it is only available in stainless steal afaik and I don't want a ss pistol. |
