New Carry Weapon: Compact RIA Tactical

MadBomber · 08-12-2009

I made a trip to PSS tonight and as usual, walked out with a great deal (Thanks guys!) I picked up a Rock Island Compact Tactical 45ACP, a set of Hogue grips, and 2 boxes of range ammo for an incredible price. I had narrowed my choice to the Kimber Ultra Carry II or the RIA. After looking at the price difference, and considering how pleased I've been with my full-size Tactical RIA, I went with another Rock.

I only had time after the sale to run about 80 rounds thru it and I was really impressed. Not one FTF or FTE. Tonight I've already ordered a complete set of new springs from Wilson and this weekend I plan on putting another 400 rounds or so downrange. I just need to settle on what I'll be using to carry it and by next week it should be my daily carry weapon. I'm pumped!

jmiller676 · 08-12-2009

So, as many others want to know also, what did the deal run ya?

LPMan59 · 08-12-2009

yes, please let me know the price. i am seriously interested in a RIA 1911. PMif necessary.

very good looking gun btw. congrats.

how does shooting the compact compare to the full size?

MadBomber · 08-12-2009

PM's sent to both of you. As for a comparison, it was great. This weekend I'll have both out and will be able to do a better comparison. Recoil was fine. About the only thing I noticed was it seemed to be a bit louder but with a 3.5" barrel that's to be expected.

mettle · 08-12-2009

I've had the full size, and the compact, both ran and ran and ran. No issues.

Good working guns.

jmiller676 · 08-12-2009

...I want one now..dang it guys, not again.

LPMan59 · 08-12-2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by jmiller676

...I want one now..dang it guys, not again.

no kidding, and i just picked up a commander today in a trade!

something about those 1911s, i tell ya....

jmiller676 · 08-12-2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by LPMan59

no kidding, and i just picked up a commander today in a trade!

something about those 1911s, i tell ya....

And being a compact is even better, it looks great with those hogues (always been a fan)

Time to tell the little lady I'm pinching pennies for a few more months....again.

motoman · 08-12-2009

i see a lot RIA guns around and because they were so cheap i thought the quality was low but a lot of guys like them.

r6vr6 · 08-13-2009

Looks good. These have to be some of the best deals going. I'd like to get a hold of one sometime. How's the trigger?

08-12-2009	#1 (permalink)
MadBomber INGO's House Liberal Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Brownsburg Posts: 201	New Carry Weapon: Compact RIA Tactical I made a trip to PSS tonight and as usual, walked out with a great deal (Thanks guys!) I picked up a Rock Island Compact Tactical 45ACP, a set of Hogue grips, and 2 boxes of range ammo for an incredible price. I had narrowed my choice to the Kimber Ultra Carry II or the RIA. After looking at the price difference, and considering how pleased I've been with my full-size Tactical RIA, I went with another Rock. I only had time after the sale to run about 80 rounds thru it and I was really impressed. Not one FTF or FTE. Tonight I've already ordered a complete set of new springs from Wilson and this weekend I plan on putting another 400 rounds or so downrange. I just need to settle on what I'll be using to carry it and by next week it should be my daily carry weapon. I'm pumped! __________________ Just Look Them Straight In The Eye And Say; "Pogue Mahone"

08-12-2009	#3 (permalink)
LPMan59 Glock and Roll Join Date: May 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 1,187	yes, please let me know the price. i am seriously interested in a RIA 1911. PMif necessary. very good looking gun btw. congrats. how does shooting the compact compare to the full size? __________________ I hope you **ing choke. If you want to have this conversation in person, just let me know. - my favorite INGO member

08-12-2009	#4 (permalink)
MadBomber INGO's House Liberal Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Brownsburg Posts: 201	PM's sent to both of you. As for a comparison, it was great. This weekend I'll have both out and will be able to do a better comparison. Recoil was fine. About the only thing I noticed was it seemed to be a bit louder but with a 3.5" barrel that's to be expected. __________________ Just Look Them Straight In The Eye And Say; "Pogue Mahone"

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08-12-2009	#5 (permalink)
mettle Plinker and internet hero extraordinaire! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Borington, USA Posts: 3,508	I've had the full size, and the compact, both ran and ran and ran. No issues. Good working guns.

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motoman Plinker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Newton County Posts: 180	i see a lot RIA guns around and because they were so cheap i thought the quality was low but a lot of guys like them.

08-13-2009	#10 (permalink)
r6vr6 Marksman Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Granger Posts: 452	Looks good. These have to be some of the best deals going. I'd like to get a hold of one sometime. How's the trigger?