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It is finally here and it is now official. Rumors have been roaming around for years that Ruger is making a 1911. These rumors started way back even before Ruger considered making one. Back in November 2009, the first discussions started among the engineers. Through extensive work and planning including 1000s of interviews through the “Voice of the Customer Program” the specification was put on paper and the project set in motion. Michael and I were down at Gunsite in December 2010 along with a handful of other representatives from the Outdoor Media and were introduced to the first production guns.
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Read Jeff Quinn’s Review on Gunblast.com
Ruger SR1911 Product Pages
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WOW! Great review and great video. Leave it to you to get the information out first, thanks. What better way to celebrate 100 years then to add a Ruger 1911 totally American Built to my Colt Gunsite that I bought earlier in the year. Also makes me proud that I hold a few shares of Ruger stock! As one who started shooting the 1911 when Colt was the only place to buy a new one, my first cost 149.00. Anyway good job Michael and good job Ruger.
so it’s not really any different than all the other 1911 on the market. just brand name is it.
Ya Baby !
NICE! Like the video and detailed info. about the new 1911 from Ruger. I have been looking to purchase my first 1911 for some time now. I am 100% American and will always try to buy American when possible. Great job as always Michael on the video, I always enjoy your commentaries.
It looks like a great option! I think it would be on the top of my list if I was still in the market for a 1911.
I agree with Bruce, What a great Video. It was great to see how the guns are built and great to hear that this is not going to be Ruger’s only venture into the 1911 market. I can not wait to get my hands on one. Sure would like to see Ruger do an Alumimun Frame Commander style.
That’s not fair! That was so slick a video that now I just have to have a Ruger SR1911, gol darn’t!!!~
If they add front checkering then I’m in.
[...] actually looks pretty good. I like the fact that the slide is Forged, even if the frame is cast. Ruger’s casting is the best in the industry. I’ll give them points for not putting on forward slide serrations. I’ll even go so [...]
I want one! I want one! I want one! I want one! I want one! I want one! I want one!
My order will be placed as soon as they are available here in MA
Mike,
Sorry I missed you at Gunsite.
Next time you get down this way please give me a call.
All the Best,
Rob
I probably won’t trade my Para Ordinance 1911, but I am dang sure going to add the Ruger SR1911 at some point in the near future, especially in a Commander size format.
Great looking gun. Why is it not CA legal?
must have….
I can’t wait to get my hands on one…it’s about time Ruger stepped up to the 1911 plate. How stiff is that action–wonder how many rounds for a good “break-in’ of the gun?
oh goodie, I’m guessing when a company can’t come up with an innovative idea on their own they must have a 1911 button on the side of their CNC machine, push the button out pops a popular gun. Good for you Ruger, last to the AR platform and last to the 1911 hmm I’m sure it will be toted as highly and the SR556 as well, and like the SR556 after I’m done shooting it, I’ll probably be thinking hmm whats the big deal. Sorry I don’t start drooling over ruger like many fanboys (michael)
What idiot customer requested a loaded chamber indicator?
Gotta have one!
I own 3 ruger pistols only one colt 1911. one colt 1911is all I need no better 1911 has ever been built
To tell you, the best thing it has going for it – is it’s NOT made in any of the main ANTI states!!! I realize the cost to move a companies infrastructure, however, for my pea brain i don’t know why any company from NY, NJ, Conn, Taxsachusetts, etc can stay there. . . . . .
Appears to be a nice 1911,I custom build them and here in the past 5 years or so they all seem to be building decent quality 1911′s RIA,Taurus,CD,IAI,Para-Ord,Springfield,Ect…
It’s NOT an EAGLE —– it’s a PHOENIX !!! PLEASE…..
Alright ! Gotta have it … now the only decision is whether to jump on one of the originals or wait for it in .40 with front serrations, a full length guide rod and checkered front strap
I ran across a website that is offering preorders on this firearm!!!
http://www.woodburyoutfitters.com/The-Ruger-SR1911-Centerfire-Pistol-P11758C1728.aspx
I hope they did a lot of thinking about the feed ramps and magazines. The Nowlin ramped barrel would be a great way to update the design. The two stage ramping with all the varying magazines on the markets tends to cause a lot of FTF malfunctions. The ramped barrel approach would probably eliminate a lot of that problem if they get all the angles right and it would also provide more case support as opposed to the unsupported case area of the Browning design. Browning himself made that change in the 1935 Hi Power giving it a ramped barrel and I suspect he would like to have seen it done with the 1911 as well. It’s something you see on most modern barrel locking pistols other than 1911, so there must be a reason. Another area that could use updating is the extractor. The bend and try it until it works extractor design is a bit lacking in this day and age. The spring tensioned pivoting extractor (again from Browning on the later 1935 Hi Power) would be a much more positive, foolproof extractor design as it is used in virtually all modern designs now. I wished Ruger would have talked to me, I have built more 1911s than I can remember and have worked with all the issues that cause problems as hinted at above. I sure would like to try one but I have more 1911s than I need already, so it will have to wait.
Looks like Ruger done it up right. Just what we needed in the 1911 arena, an American made pistol at an affordable price. Can’t wait to handle one.
I own a couple of 1911s…one is a SA full-size and the other is a Colt Commander, both in .45ACP.
I have been thinking about adding some more 1911s to my collection.
I am impressed with this new 1911 from Ruger. At the price point of $799MSRP, which will be considerably less(maybe $650 or so) at retail, it looks like a winner.
It looks like there is Ruger 1911 in my future. I already own about a dozen or so Ruger revolvers and am well pleased with each of them.
I see no reason why quality or fit/function should be an issue with the new 1911 and I expect that after a reasonable break-in of, say, 500 rounds to ensure reliability, it would be a viable carry alternative to my aforementioned 1911s.
I do look forward to what the future iterations of Ruger’s 1911 might be…I would like to see a blued version in .38Super and adjustable sight versions produced.
so it’s not really any different than all the other 1911 on the market. just brand name is it.–chris
False. It has an integral plunger tube, which rectifies what may be the 1911′s only weak point.
Barrel and bushing are both cut from the same bar stock. The link pin is “fixed” to the barrel link.
The new Ruger may also boast other unique features of which I am unaware.
True, it has no front strap checkering but this is cheaply remedied with skateboard tape. If you must have cut checkering instead, 1911 gunsmiths who offer such a service abound. The stainless frame needs no refinishing afterward.
This is arguably the best combat handgun Ruger has ever offered and it outclasses all its competitors at this price point. Colt cannot possibly hope to compete against it.
I’ll put any 1 of my 5 kimber 1911 up againt’s this ruger 1911
A 100 YEARS AND THEY ARE STILL RE INVENTING THE PERFECT GUN WOW
“Looks like Ruger done it up right” No,John Browning did it right.
I Recently bought the sr40, and its awsome! I cant stop looking at it. To me it was like looking at a hot babe in a swim suit. This 1911 is a world class babe naked in my bed spread eagle! I cant wait to buy this all American babe and take her home.
Got mine on order, can’t wait to send a bunch of lead downrange.
I love it. It is not just another 1911. Look at the extras.
Praise to the positive comments ! To the negitive one’s, get on some happy pills . Geez.. Graet work Ruger !
Oops, Great.!
Had a chance to fondle and drool over one at the NRA convention on Saturday. Put money on one on Tuesday at my favorite gun shop. Really looking forward to getting the gun around the end of May. I’m number 3 in line. I’m predicting heavy sales on this. I’ve got Colt’s, Springfield’s, and Kimber’s offerings, and I’m really looking forward to one more 1911. A guy can’t get too many 1911′s.
Why am I buying it?
It’s a 1911, 45 ACP, a Ruger, and it’s all American made!
I fell in love with my stainless kp89 with hogue grips ten years ago. First pistol i bought at 22 yrs old. Just got to hold the new SR1911 and i’ve never been more impressed with a firearm. Revolutionary design with unmatched quality, craftmanship, and durability. Welcome to the first and only .45 ACP 1911 I’ll EVER own… Thanks Ruger this is great, can’t wait to break her in…
I have over half a century of using Mr. Brownings inventions, both professionally and for recreation. I also have almost as many years playing with Ruger products. With Ruger putting the two together, I know we will have a win, win situation. Cant wait to get my SR 1911.
Ruger got everything right in this design. A great design in the first place, and well built, reliable, and built to last. What more can you ask for in a 1911? I love mine.
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I bought one and love it. It is everything it is said to be. Great video
I will be trading my Para Wart Hog in and replacing it with the new SR1911.
This will be a welcome addition to an already well stocked gun safe with several from the Ruger Brand.
American made by Sturm Ruger is all I need to know.
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