Dec 26, 2023
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Springfield Armory 1911 Garrison
4.5
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$662.00- ✓Affordable
- ✓Excellent accuracy
- ✓Gorgeous blued finish
- ✓Great reliability
- ✗No front strap checkering
Editor’s Note: The Springfield Armory 1911 Garrison is an absolute gem of a gun and one of the best value 1911s on the market. For $750 - $850, you get a 1911 with an outstanding trigger, amazing accuracy, and a beautiful hot salt blued finish. While it may not have all the bells and whistles of higher-end 1911s, it's got looks that kill and performance to match - all at an affordable price.
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Affordable
Excellent accuracy
Gorgeous blued finish
Great reliability
No front strap checkering
By The Numbers
Accuracy
The accuracy in our testing was nothing short of spectacular given the standard sights and quality of ammo used.
Reliability
Outside of one known-bad magazine, there was a single failure during testing which may have been ammo-related. This is one of the smoother and better running 1911s out there.
Customization
1911s always enjoy a robust aftermarket and ability to have custom work done to them, but the Garrison is great as-is.
Ergonomics
As with most 1911s, you get that excellent thin grip and comfortable grip angle. Front strap checkering would have been nice to have, though.
Value
No one else is offering a real blued 1911 at this price point, and definitely not one that shoots this well.
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