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Model:
51417
Condition:
Factory New
Bud's Item Number:
35177
UPC:
4806015514176
MFG:
Rock Island Armory
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Rock Island 51417 GI Standard MS *CA Compliant* Single 45 ACP 4.25\" 8+1 Wood Grip Black Parkerized The M 1911 GI Standard MS has fixed, low profile sights and traditional smooth slim design that is ideal for quick pull holster use. A durable black parkerized finish gives it a tough, smooth, non-reflective surface. The smooth wood grips offer comfort in both feel and design. The 4.25\" barrel offers a balanced weight to assist with the accuracy and recoil. SPECIFICATIONS: Mfg Item Num: 51417 Category: PISTOLS Type :Pistol Action :Single Caliber :45 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP) Barrel Length :4.25\" Capacity :8+1 Grips :Wood Sight Configuration :Fixed Weight :43.6 oz Frame Finish :Black Parkerized Frame Material :Steel Slide Description :Black Parkerized Sight Style :Fixed
Product Information | |
Finish | Gold |
Type | |
Action | Striker Fire |
Caliber | 41 Magnum |
Barrel Length | 2.8 |
Capacity | 7+1 |
Safety | Trigger Safety |
Grips | Not Listed |
Sights |
Product Information | |
Finish | Blue/Black |
Type | Pistol |
Action | Single Shot |
Caliber | 45 Automatic Colt Pistol (45ACP) |
Barrel Length | 4.25 |
Capacity | 8+1 |
Safety | Thumb Safety |
Grips | Wood |
Sights | 2-Dot |
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Model 51417 |
Condition Factory New |
Bud's Item # 35177 |
UPC 4806015514176 |
Manufacturer Rock Island Armory |
Rock Island 51417 GI Standard MS *CA Compliant* Single 45 ACP 4.25\" 8+1 Wood Grip Black Parkerized The M 1911 GI Standard MS has fixed, low profile sights and traditional smooth slim design that is ideal for quick pull holster use. A durable black parkerized finish gives it a tough, smooth, non-reflective surface. The smooth wood grips offer comfort in both feel and design. The 4.25\" barrel offers a balanced weight to assist with the accuracy and recoil. SPECIFICATIONS: Mfg Item Num: 51417 Category: PISTOLS Type :Pistol Action :Single Caliber :45 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP) Barrel Length :4.25\" Capacity :8+1 Grips :Wood Sight Configuration :Fixed Weight :43.6 oz Frame Finish :Black Parkerized Frame Material :Steel Slide Description :Black Parkerized Sight Style :Fixed
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Bud's Gun Shop mad the purchase swift and easy went smother than expected thru my FFL here in Calif..... Sure wish I lived in the USA so things would not be as hard or with all the hassles that California adds to getting a fire arm here, most guns are not ON ROSTER! Can not get them into Calif at all. One minor change takes them OFF ROSTER. We cant get anything ne or improved here even if it's a SAFETY CHANGE does not make sense does it....
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Bud's Gun Shop mad the purchase swift and easy went smother than expected thru my FFL here in Calif..... Sure wish I lived in the USA so things would not be as hard or with all the hassles that California adds to getting a fire arm here, most guns are not ON ROSTER! Can not get them into Calif at all. One minor change takes them OFF ROSTER. We cant get anything ne or improved here even if it's a SAFETY CHANGE does not make sense does it....
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Questions & Answers
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- Answered
- Asked 02/14/2022 05:54 by Eric P
A:Eric, CA just means it has been certified to be sold in the State of CA (On the CA DOJ Handgun Roster). Trigger pull averages 5lbs. Cheers and stay safe!See 2 more answers | -
- Answered
- Asked 11/02/2021 20:36 by Charles B
A:Charles, this midsize is not ported but, will handle the 1000 ft/s Muzzle Velocity 185gr Silver tips no issue. Cheers and stay safe!See 2 more answers | -
- Answered
- Asked 09/03/2019 17:52 by CHRISTOPHER K
A:Christopher, it should not Sir. I would treat the small area with a rust inhibitor just in case though. Once white out dries is does become chalky and a small dab of clear sealant will smooth it out. -
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- Asked 05/29/2019 10:58 by CHRISTOPHER K
A:Christopher, I would check with Wilson Combat at 1-870-545-3618 -- https://shopwilsoncombat.com/Guide-Rods/products/14/ -
- Answered
- Asked 04/22/2019 15:50 by randy i
A:Bennie, Yes I have egg on my face. As I was reading details on a list of 1911s I shared de-cocker info from another one listed. Not your RIA model in question. Sorry for misinformation.See 1 more answer | -
- Answered
- Asked 04/22/2019 02:34 by Bennie P
A:Bennie, This firearm has a de cocker/safety combo lever. Much of the construction and parts are the same as original colt. RIA used original blueprints and specs. RIA made 1911s for the US military back in WWII -The US government gave a copy of the original Colt 1911 blueprints to the RIA company back then so they could make these pistols for the US troops in WWII. That same factory that was used in the Philippines to make those 1911s is the same factory that is being used today and RIA still uses those same old Colt blueprints to make their 1911s. So, although these pistols have the small RIA logo on the rear of the slide, these 1911s are exact copies of the original Colt 1911s. This is just like a full sized GI style 1911 but is .75 inches shorter than the full sized 5 inch version. The big difference here is the MS has a full length guide rod and a bull barrel and no barrel bushing or recoil spring plug. As a result, the take-down/ field strip process is a little different than your standard issue 1911 and in some ways a bit more difficult. But don't let that scare you away. I highly recommend that you use a bent paper clip or an Allen-wrench to help you with field-stripping this pistol. -
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- Asked 03/05/2019 13:04 by CHRISTOPHER K
A:Chris - This one will handle +P with no problems at all. The Hornady Critical Defense is a well reviewed self defense round, as are Federal Train & Protect and Federal Hydra Shok ammo. I carried Hydra Shok as my duty ammo for years. It performs well. Check both of them out. https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/711019864/federal+train+%2b+protect+45+acp+230+grain+vhp+50+per+box https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/68256/federal+pd45hs3h+hydra-shok+jacketed+hollow+point+20rd+165gr+45+auto Any of the three will serve you well.See 1 more answer | -
- Answered
- Asked 12/11/2017 10:04 by Joseph S
A:Not trying to be funny, but nothing functionally. The normal model has just not been tested/certified for the CA Approved Roster just yet. It could be something as simple as drop test, loaded chamber indicator, micro stamping requirements or even a change to the pistol which would require it to be certified/re-certified. Cali makes it tough for ya'll man.See 1 more answer |
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