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Customer Reviews for Taurus 1911 45ACP 8RD Blued


Taurus 1911 45ACP 8RD Blued Buy Now

51 Reviews. 4.7 out of 5 Stars!
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John B on 03/29/2023
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

good price, Works Great with no problems, feeds, extracts, accurate

Ronald E on 01/04/2019
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I have two 1911 style pistols. This is the one from Taurus and I enjoy shooting it often. I have had not problems with the gun except it wants to get still if ammo is left in the gun for several days, as in a holster or sitting on a shelf in the safe. This seems to happen to every 1911 i have ever had. It is comfortable to shoot and not excessively heavy to carry if needed. Shoots to point of aim and I have used led, semi jacked hollow points and full metal jackets in it and no problems.

John C on 07/28/2016
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I've had this Taurus PT1911 .45 ACP for 7 years now. It had 6-7 hiccups within the first 50 rounds fired. Since that time I have put 5,000-6,000 rounds of various loadings and brands of ammo, including reloads, and have never experienced one single FTF, FTE or FTFire. The only modification I have made was to add a set of nice custom grips. Also, the factory supplied mags have not given me one bit of a problem. I've also used other mags which have worked flawlessly.... Chip McC, Wilson, Ruger, Mecgar, MetalForm and a couple of old beat up GI surplus mags. The only negative; the finish is a bit thin and is wearing in places. But this gun is a tool, not a safe queen. This gun is used for plinking and home defense. I've not carried it on my person as a CC piece but it does ride in the center console of my SUV. I trust it to perform in the event my life or other's lives are in danger. I have confidence that it will NOT fail me.

Yuniel A on 12/19/2015
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Has been a great gun never had any issues with it so far after using it for several years now

Andrew W on 06/07/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Amazing gun! I picked this bad boy up back in November 2012 and I was shocked by the price of it for all the features it included. Similar guns run thousands of dollars these days, but don't waste the money unless you've got it to spend. Other reviews mentioned that the gun comes dirty and this is totally true. It's not that it's dirty, but Taurus does put some kind of lubricant on their guns and even the mags, so you can just clean it off when you get it - no problem. I've heard that they do this to keep the gun from rusting or something of the sort, because they are manufactured in Miami, FL. The gun shoots great. I've put about 500 rounds through it and had 0 failures to feed or jams. It's very accurate and I think the beavertail feature plays a big role in making sure it's a comfortable grip in your hand. My only negative thing to say about it is that it is much harder to take apart than my XDM or my SD40ve. I think this is common for most 1911's, but this is my first one so I can't really say. Once you get the hang of it it's not bad. I just Youtube'd a video a figured it out pretty easily. I've heard multiple people say bad things about Taurus guns but I honestly have to disagree. Some people swear by their name brands and that's totally fine. This is a fantastic gun so don't let the name brand scare you away -- it's a great value and a solid gun. On the shipping for Buds, it was a bit slow because of the Christmas holiday, but their staff is great at answering your questions. I prefer to call them rather than email because times can really vary on their email responses, especially if you as 1,000 questions like I do before I buy a gun. Overall, great product, great site! **If you want the rail make sure to check with Bud's that this product has it, because I thought I was getting a rail and it didn't have one. Not a big deal b/c this gun is not the type I'd throw an attachment on anyway.

Matt B on 03/15/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

So I don't normally review products, but I felt compelled due to the high quality of this product. First of all, kudos to BGS for fast and safe shipping to my FFL dealer. Free shipping....can't beat that. 1. Fit & Finish: Broke the gun down and cleaned all of the cosmoline (factory shipping lube) off of the gun. Oiled it up as well. After cleaning, the gun showed off it's nice clean lines and decent finish for the price. All of the parts fit together as they should, not too much rattle. After disassembly i noticed all of the parts were nice and smooth. No burrs or "hack jobs" that I could find. 2. Range report: Right outta the box this thing is a tack driver. Loaded it up with 8 rounds per mag of winchester white box 230 grain ball ammo. It ripped up the 10 ring at 15 yards and hit where i pointed it every time. The sights (Heine straight 8 i believe) are very accurate and easy to acquire. POA was very natural. Mags accepted all 8 rounds like they should. Trigger is clean and crisp. Recoil is very slight and the gun is very well balanced. Recoil was more straight back, and had minimal muzzle rise/flip. I ended the session with a mag dump and fired every round in the mag as fast as possible, dropped the empty, reloaded another mag, dumped that one as well. Every shot hit paper(all easily within center mass) and had no failures. 16 shots in about 5 seconds 3. Overall experience: With a sub-$600 price point, nice fit and finish, and supreme accuracy, why would anyone want to spend 4-5 hundred more on a *imber or *olt? This thing is a modern marvel at this price point.

Bill S on 01/11/2013
Rating:   1 of 5 Stars!

I was debating buying the Taurus 1911 given the mixed reviews available on the net. I bought one because of Buds really low price. I'm sorry I did. Took the gun to the range, it shot 3 feet low, 1 foot left of point of aim for twenty rounds at 15 yards. Taurus wanted to send me a new front sight (stupid idea). One service rep said it might be the shooter. Guess what I told him? It's been almost 6 weeks since I sent the gun to them, rep says he has no idea when they will get to it. It appears Taurus has a serious quality control problem by allowing large numbers of defective guns out the door. That's why their repair facility is so backed up. I'll never...ever...buy another Taurus no matter how low the price. Bud's has a great price on Sig Sauer 1911s...my next purchase!

Simon R on 01/03/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Buds gun shop did a great job with shipping even though it was the holiday season. Took the gun to the range and put 100 rds through it. It worked like a charm no issues and the accuracy is amazing. Best christmas/birthday present to myself.

Tarek B on 12/23/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Best handgun deal on the web!!! I bought this gun as a gift for myself after getting into Med school because I've always wanted a 1911. My grandfather was a marine and carried one on his hip through Nam and Korea, and I just feel more American holding a full sized 1911. However, I was a bit skeptical about Taurus as a manufacturer, but for the price you can't get anything with as many features, as good aesthetics, or as good a warranty(both Bud's and the lifetime from Taurus) so I "bit the bullet" (sorry for the lame pun) and gave the gun a try. I had heard some things about the finish wearing quickly and the factory mags being crap, but that wasn't the case for me. I'm happy to report that the gun's a beast! I've put over 500 rounds through it so far with out a single malfunction, and I've fed multiple kinds of ammo including some reel crap. I also have yet to hit the range without someone admiring the gun asking me where I got it. Everyone knows the 45 caliber's a monster with a big bite, but the weight of the gun keeps down the recoil making firing and hitting your target all but foolproof (also the novak sights are excellent!). I shoot a 3" grouping at 30', but a more experienced shooter could probably blow one hole with this 1911 from that distance... it's that accurate. Not that hitting your target's even important when the sound your gun makes would scare off any would-be robber anyway. If you're on the fence about trying out this gun then GO FOR IT! It's much more fun to shoot than my 357 magnum, and it's never leaving my collection.

Rodney L on 11/30/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I have had this gun for several months now and I love it. One of the best purchases I have made. Bud's service was excellent as always. The gun is flawless in both appearance and its function. I have put hundreds of rounds through it with no issues. Accuracy is supreme.

Derek M on 09/29/2012
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

This gun...I've got a love/hate relationship with it. First of all, the features, the price - you just can't argue. I took it out the first time and it worked fairly well, though you should know that the magazines are absolute trash. Neither me nor any of the guys I shoot with (including several very big guys) could get an 8th round into the mags at the beginning. After a week of storage with 7 rounds in the mag, the 8th would finally fit, but gun's feed ramp won't accept the round under that amount of pressure - the slide just won't go forward (same thing happens with all the JHP ammo I've tried too). Second time I shot it, the extractor broke and sent a little shard flying at my face (eye protection, yay!). After that, I had a single-shot 1911. I called Taurus, and they were extremely willing to handle the problem, but I've had dealings with them in the past, and while they're great, they're also SLOW. So I called my buddy, who's a machinist. He had the gun for about 3 weeks, during which time he polished the interior, replaced the extractor, tightened the gun's tolerances all the way around. Took the gun from 'fair' to 'awesome'. Obviously, I can't expect everyone will have access to a master machinist / metalsmith. If you're just looking for a solid 1911 for cheap, you could do a lot worse, but realize that there are some quirks with this gun. If you don't mind having it worked on right after you buy it, you can spend a little money at a gunsmith and end up with a great 1911 for still a lot less than you'd spend on the other high-price brands out there.

Steven W on 09/07/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Shipped in 4days buds did an amazing job on their part. This 1911 is the best for it's price if your new to 1911s this is a great gun for starters under 600 bucks you can't beat it. Took it to the range shot 200 rounds with no jams, misfires nothin the Taurus was great.

Dean S on 07/06/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Bud's was great as usual. The Taurus PT1911 is well put together, at least the one I have. Slide fits snug to the frame, ambidex safety is snug and the trigger breaks clean. The blued finish is nice and bright. For the price, the extras make this a great buy. Granted, it is a tad heavy, but with a proper belt and holster, it isn't that bad. I haven't put a lot of rounds through it yet, but so far it shoots well, 1 3/4 to 2 1/4 inch groups from 25 yards with WWB ammo. Worth a look at as a home defense pistol.

Joey A on 07/03/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Well I just got done shooting this fine firearm, my first 1911. After two disassemblys, I could do it blindfolded. There is supposed to be a break in period I have read but this gun is flawless. The shipping took 3 days, I live in northern Ohio. When I got it, it was covered in machineing oil. But once I took it off with birchwood Casey gun scrubber, which made it just run right off, it looked gorgeous. Extremely accurate with remington UMC 230 grain fmj. Im in love! Also, take a look on YouTube at nutnfancys review of it. Great job by him and Taurus for making such a fine firearm.

Jennifer B on 06/08/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This pistol is everything I could ever have expected from a full size 1911. Out of the box it chewed through 50 rounds of cheap Blazer ammo with dead on accurate sights. Not one single fail to anything... no failures here! I was ringing a an 18" square steel plate gong over and over at 50 paces. The trigger has NO SLOP and is crisp... very low poundage to pull it... nice clean break. It's just a fabulous gun and not just because it's under $600 either. No... like the ad says, it is a gun that other's will be measured against. It kind of makes me wonder why so many others are charging twice as much for their guns with the same features. Of course Bud's was a pleasure to deal with as always... gun showed up at the FFL in two days. Thanks Bud's.

Kurt R on 02/29/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Hesitant to buy gun due to some bad reviews, however i did. Awesome service from Buds! I received gun 2 days after my order date! Went and shot 100 rounds through it with no issues at all! Very pleased with this 1911!

Michael W on 02/23/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Every time I go out an shoot this pistol I am more impressed! This thing is a nail driver right out of the box and seems like it (or maybe its me) gets better with time and more rounds through it! I have put more than 2000 rounds downrange since buying this pistol and can count on one hand the number of misfeeds/ftes/ftfs with a wide variety of ammo, both factory and reloads...this little workhorse just keeps on plugging! If you are in the market for a 1911 that doesn't need anything extra, this is the one! The only mod I have made is to replace the stock grips with Pachmeyers for a better grip.

Jesse C on 12/30/2011
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

i took the chance only because of the lay-a-way option. i paid it off in about 2 months then sent it i went to my FFL to pick it up inspected it then took it home to clean it up for the next day of shooting. put 100rds through it no problems works great love the 1911's this is my first 1911 n for the price cant beat it. i would go with the stainless if its still 10$ cheaper lol i purchased mine for 538.00 n and stainless was 6 something (i was not trying to spend more then 600 for everything, would be pissed now tho cuz its like a 100less then what i would of paid) overall awesome gun i love and will never trade or sell it thanks buds n more importantly thanks for the best birthday present ever babe ;)

Brandon N on 12/13/2011
Rating:   2 of 5 Stars!

I Bought this 1911 because of all the good reviews. well maybe i just got a bad egg. took my gun out first day didnt even get one magazine through it. The shells were coming back and hitting me in the face. took it apart again and noticed the ejector was not fitted properly and had broke. i then noticed that the extractor wasnt seated properly as well. it wouldnt even hold a shell in place. dont know if these issues caused the next but on the last round fired the slide wouldnt even stay open. this isnt my first 1911 i have owned many including remington r1 kimber custom II and a rock island GI. for the money i would just get a remington R1 over this Taurus. you get what you pay for. I got rid of this pistol within a week. Reason for 2 stars is because one buds did an awesome job getting this to me quickly and two the finish on it is really good.

Ryan A on 08/21/2011
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

For the money, this is a great gun... lots of extras, functions great, shoots great! The only thing I don't Like about it is the locking hammer mechanism... no need for that .. Buds shipped very quickly and I was pleased with their customer service.. I give this Taurus five stars! This Taurus isn't a Colt or Kimber.. But its not too bad either.

Andrew S on 07/07/2011
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great 1911 for the Money! this gun is alot of fun and dead on accurate. i would feel confident with this as a carry piece to save your skin

Kelby V on 07/04/2011
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This was my first order with buds. Took about a week to get

Tristan R on 05/20/2011
Rating:   3 of 5 Stars!

Clean trigger break at 3lbs. FACTORY! ACCURACY is PERFECT! After 8 months of shooting (200-750 rds per month) the firing pin would not reset when warmed up (after 250-500 rounds). If dry fired the pin stuck forward and a long thin tool had to pry it out to continue shooting. Trust my family's life with this??? Love to target shoot-DEFINATELY! After almost $100 for sending it (FEDEX) to manufacturer, it is perfect and had no problem since. They said broken block/replaced...? Also 1 factory mag weak and bulged out at top when loaded...manufacturer sent new one since it had one year warranty on that particular part. whew...

Greg R on 04/13/2011
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great pistol ,i have 3 for that reason, shoots great fits my hand perfect great for concealment because of its thickness. Buds is A +++ thanks again

Michael G on 12/01/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Excellent pistol, would recommend this to anyone looking for a 45 ACP 1911. Good combination of features and shot great right out of the box. Over 600 rounds, mixed FMJ factory and handloads, not one FTF or FTE. Grips are a little cheap (plastic) but some thicker replacement grips look great and feel right. Ordered on Saturday, was at local FFL by Wednesday. Great service and prices, have purchased several times from Bud's and not disappointed!

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