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Customer Reviews for MetroArms 1911 American Classic II 8+1 .45 ACP 5"


MetroArms 1911 American Classic II 8+1 .45 ACP 5 Buy Now

38 Reviews. 4.9 out of 5 Stars!
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Richard R on 01/29/2024
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

I would rate it 4 out of 5 simply because the final finish is not up to Colt or S&W standards. Shoots where I point it and feeds about anything I shove in its chamber. For the price it's a good pistol.

Giancarlo O on 03/30/2022
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

For being low cost 1911 this gun packs a bunch of features. Beaver tail, skeleton hammer and trigger, sights, front and rear checkering. Just a great overall gun. It did however had a little issue, when mag was close to empty it would fail to return to battery (not by alot) put more rounds to see if it would fix itself but it didn't. Sent it I believe to Bersa to have it checked. Had gun back in less than a month. Weak recoil spring and thing was back to pew pew in not time.

Luis V on 03/30/2022
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

All I can say….Excellent fun and service. Thanks Buds!

Sean E on 05/10/2019
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

WOW just wow, buds was super fast with shipping, took a few days for processing but the day after it said shipped, it was here at 10am.
This pistol was just amazing for the price, when you pick this thing up for the first time it feels like quality, the Novak sights are pretty good, on target out of the box.
This thing will go toe to toe with any higher dollar 1911, its a great value. 10/10 BUDS!

Tony M on 10/27/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great gun, great shooter. I have it in both the 9mm & .45 ACP. Government models, as well as the Commander (Stay away from this gun) It does not shoot or feel like a 45. the recoil us minimal, Shot groups are tight, from 25 yards, 6 shots, all within a 2.5" radius. The finish clean, no machine marks. For the quality & price, you won't find a better 1911. The only downfall of this gun, is Bud's customer service is NOT up to par.

Billejoe A on 03/13/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I purchased a american classic 2 buy metro about 3 years ago. I have had zero problems with it from the start has performed as well as my Kimber 1911.

Luke L on 12/29/2017
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This 1911 is definitely worth the money. I was on the fence about buying it but glad I did. Feels like a much more expensive gun. 700 rounds through it so far without a single hickup and about half of those rounds were hollow points. Smooth shooting and very accurate. My only gripe is the top and bottom of the slide matte finish could be better and is easily scratched. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to get a good 1911 without taking out a second mortgage.

Jim K on 05/03/2017
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is an EXELLENT 1911! I am VERY happy with it! It is a tight, well-fitted 1911. Absolutely no wobble, wiggle or slop in the slide-to-frame fit, the slide runs like it is on ball bearings. I cannot detect any machine marks whatsoever inside the frame, frame rails or slide rails. Feed ramp is very highly polished and properly positioned, barrel is nicely throated. Barrel bushing to slide and barrel fit is impeccable. The flats of the frame are very nicely polished, the rounded parts of the slide and frame are matt, all with a very nice deep blue. The slide was a little hard to rack and the trigger was about 4.5 lbs with just a wee little bit of creep but with a crisp break. I spent a whole $12.00 or so and got a Wilson Combat 16# recoil spring, a Cylinder & Slide reduced power sear spring and a Wolff 21# hammer spring. Dropped those parts in an VOILA ... slide is easier to rack, hammer just a bit easier to cock, and the trigger pull went down to below 3 lbs with zero creep. The Novak style sights are excellent. In my opinion this gun is equal or better than other brands at twice the price or more. I AM VERY HAPPY with this 1911!

Michael K on 04/19/2017
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

The Metro Arms American Classic II, first about this Pistol. The fit and finish is very good and "bluing" is very nice, much better then I was excepting for a 1911 in the lower price range. I cleaned it up and lube-it up the way I like as I own 3 other 1911's. One I paid about 5 times the price many years back and the others cost 2 times more then this Pistol. So as for price you really can't bet it, with the features that come with it. Shooting it, I have put reloads 230gr.RN lead, factory 230gr. FMJ and reload 230gr. H.P.'s about 200 rounds total and had one FTF, but it was a friend that was shooting it when it happened. Has 3 dot sights, and on my Pistol they were right on ! On my 2nd. shot I hit a gallon milk jug at 50 yards. The trigger is not a strong point on my Pistol, but it's not really to bad a little creep and breaks at 4.2 lbs.. This will work for my needs as I bought as a field gun as I love the .45 ACP., and the 1911. So ill give this Pistol 5 stars and if Buds had 6 stars I would give that. It is worth the money in my mind, you get a very nice 1911 with most all the thing you would want on it from the factory. Great value, and fair price from Bud's !

Chuck O on 01/27/2017
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Excellent pistol at an excellent price. If you're looking for a great a 1911 I would recommend MetroArms at any caliber. Shoots straight with great balance.

Stuart S on 02/01/2016
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great bargain 1911. After break in period of around 250 rounds it runs perfectly. Buds had fast shipping, but did not update my tracking info until after my FFL had called to say the gun had arrived. I guess not totally a bad thing....

Brian S on 10/31/2015
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

absolutely amazing value! top notch quality firearm fit and finish is very nice, gun arrived very tight...200 rounds later it's like butter and very accurate right out of the box, this gun is a joy to shoot i'll be the 1st one on the list when they make this in a 9mm

Lawrence C on 02/13/2015
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Received this gun from Bud's a week ago (2-6-15). The fired case that came packaged with the gun indicates that it was manufactured in June of 2013 which I don't have a problem with. The gun was in a plastic bag inside of it's case and was very heavily oiled, and after a thorough cleaning I must say that I'm impressed with the fit and finish of this gun. Today (2-13-15) I finally had a chance to take it to the range for a short break in session, I fired 60 rounds of Federal Champion 230gr FMJ through the gun without a problem. The trigger is very crisp and not too heavy, accuracy was very good for me (I'm definitely not an expert ) ejection was brisk and didn't leave any brass marks on the slide and no problems with the supplied ACT magazine. The only thing I will change out at this point will be the grip panels but that is just a personal preference.

Rafael F on 12/07/2014
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

For its price, this 1911 stunned me not only with its looks but fit and finish. I actually bought the RIA Tactical II FS together with this gun for comparison and in my honest evaluation I'll pick this 1911 any day. Fit is tight , the finish is outstanding and has a unique hammer, while others are turned off by it, I thought it is a great design. I would have given my review on how it shoots, however, I've to sell the gun the moment I picked it up at my FFL due to some financial need. As one buyer commented, this pistol does not belong in its price tag category, that for me is an understatement. It is a superbly made pistol and I'd buy it again in the future.

George D on 11/09/2014
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is the best shooting gun I have. Took out the next day after I received it. I shot about 100 rounds and it is dead accurate. I would not hesitate to buy another one if I needed it. It took my Sig Scorpion mags without any issues. Best deal in town. My first internet gun purchase. Buds Gun Shop rocks!!!!

Layton M on 03/26/2014
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Received this pistol three weeks ago and liked what saw. I've owned several Colt 1911s in my time and liked them a lot, so I can compare my new Metro to the colts without reservations. After a day at the range and a couple of boxes of ammo I've decided the Colts were wonderful shooters, but this Metro is something special. The last Colt I sold for $750.00 about two years ago. I thought I'd made a mistake in doing so. Now I'm glad I did because I think I've replaced it with a quality pistol at a very reasonable price. This Metro is a top grade product.

Anthony M on 03/03/2014
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I would like to start this review by saying that this gun has no business being in this price bracket. I researched for months 1911's in this price range and in all the forums I have read I cannot find negatives about this gun. My friend purchased a girsan at the same time as me and when we went to the range together he decided he had to buy my gun as well. The girsan is nice but it's just not as nice as this american classic. The slide to frame fit is much tighter than I expected and the grips are very nice slim wood grips. I will not be changing them. It is incredibly accurate in fact it is now my most accurate pistol. The finish on the gun is great but I did scratch it fairly easy not being careful putting the slide release back in. The three dot sites are a tad small but still a great feature in a gun at this price point. Nothing glow paint can't fix. I did polish all the necessary internal parts before ever firing it and when I took it to the range it was amazing. One three point bind on the 97th round but it was the cheapest ammo I could buy with the aluminum casings so I'm sure that was the problem. It only took two hours to polish up the internals and that's how this gun can be in this price range but I knew that when I bought it. I could not be happier with this gun and I would love to be able to express to everyone that you don't need to spend over a grand to get a great 1911 it's right here. This will blow away a ria any day.

Joe C on 07/06/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Good accuracy, and I've never had a malfunction with this gun while shooting. I did have some weird problems where the slide would get stuck when trying to rack a round with the stock magazine, but that cleared up when I put a few more rounds through it and got a Wilson Combat mag. My buddy shot a magazine through and had 1 ftf, but I think he was limp wristing it. Finish is nice....gets a lot of fingerprints and oil on it, though. I'd recommend this gun as a cheap alternative to a Kimber or Springfield

Joseph S on 04/16/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

If you are looking a quality 1911 that rivals others that cost hundreds more, the American Classic 2 does not disappoint. Exterior is flawless, nice blued finish. Feed ramp is smooth and polished. Nice and tight slide to frame fit, no slop. At the range fired 100 rounds without any type of failure. Sights right on at 10 yards and nice groups. The only complaint is that it comes in a plastic bag covered in oil to preserve it. Oil ran out of every crevice requiring a TOTAL disassembly and cleaning, although it is a good way to get to know your new pistol.

Thomas H on 01/27/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Excellent service from Buds, my first online purchase, and it was very smooth. I looked at several 1911 models in this price range and I am very pleased with the decion on the Bersa (Metro-Arms) American Classic 2. Very accurate right out of the box. Tight rail, a few very minor machine marks on the inside of the rail, but it feels more solid than some of the $ 800 models Ive handled. No visible marks on the outside of the gun. Excellent finish and blueing. It came a little dirty, but after a strip and good cleaning, I have put 300 rounds wih no malfunctions. The grips that came with it are nicely textured, slightly different looking than the ones in the picture. They are more of a scale pattern, wood, with dark rose finish. Trigger pull is adjustable, and very smooth. Hammer is unique imo, I like the style of it. Final feeling about the purchase, this gun could easily fall into the higher priced category, so it was a steal at under 500. I have put a few upgrades since buying it, and everything has been oem compatible for standard 1911 clones. If you get the chance, buy this one.

Justin H on 12/30/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great, solid gun. Very well built. functions flawlessly. Seams to be very accurate. great price. Highly recommend!

Craig D on 11/07/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I ordered my 1911 American Classic after reading up on it and seeing such good reviews. This is my first 1911 and I did not want to spend alot for the 1st one. After getting the gun shipped to a local dealer, I pick it up, took it home, took it apart and cleaned it (was packed in a plastic bag with lots of oil). That was a couple of weeks ago. Today, I finally got to the indoor range to fire it and was really impressed with the action and how accurate it was. I was using Federal Premium ammo in 230 grain FMJ. No issues with firing or cycling the ammo and maybe it was just me or maybe it was the gun or maybe it was a combo of both, but I was shooting a nice tight group @ 10 yards on paper bullseye target. Bottom line, its a good gun, well made and you cant beat the price. As long as your ordering the gun, you might as well get a couple of extra Chip McCormick mags (I ran through 100 rounds in no time). I ordered the gun on a Friday night and picked it up @ dealers on the next Tues, not bad and Buds kept me informed the entire time with shipping and tracking. Peace and thanks America for another 4 more years (I am just pushing your chain). PCD

Jess T on 07/07/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Good fit and finish, good trigger, great gun for the money. The factory ACT mag is complete garbage, the gun will hardly cycle ball ammo with it, so I would recommend buying better mags with it, my checkmate mags cycle flawlessly with my AC II, overall good gun for the money, great entry level 1911! First gun purchase from Buds and won't be the last fast shipping and a great layaway plan!

Billy H on 04/26/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

the pistol is great shoots as good my colt better than my old pos kimber the factory mag isn't that good won't cycle hollow points but it is flawles with all my colt mags

Christopher L on 03/22/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is an awesome 1911 for the price! Right out of the box the shot group was amazing. I was hitting six out of eight rounds on a 12"x12" target from 50 yards off hand with cheap walmart federal ammo!! Hope they keep making these fine guns.

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