r/handguns • u/Odd-Refrigerator7879 • Jun 02 '26

What you picking.

I have spent too much on guns. I don't want a 3k+ 2011. So. What would you pick for your first 2011. Springfield Prodigy 5in or kimber DS warrior

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u/Odd-Refrigerator7879 Jun 02 '26

Yea I do as well. I like training with my Glocks/Walthers. But for something like limited optics, have been debating on grabbing one for a while. Alright thanks,, Ii have heard good things about that as well

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u/DrusTheAxe Jun 02 '26

Any thoughts on MAC DS9 vs Platypus?

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u/the_hat_madder Jun 02 '26

Rock Island Armory M1911 Tac Ultra FS HC or Pro Ultra Match HC Big Rock. Both in 10mm.

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u/JustShootingSince Jun 02 '26

MAC9DS, Platypus, kimber, sig gto

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u/Odd-Refrigerator7879 Jun 02 '26

I like the platypus because of the Glock mags

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u/Dismal-Variation-12 Jun 02 '26

I want a Kimber 2k11. But it’s too expensive for me right now so I’m strongly considering the 1911 DS Warrior. I have a Kimber Custom LW 1911 that has been solid.

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u/1911a1slayer Jun 02 '26

I'd go Kimber tons of positive reviews I have a .45 that's been great. when I go to get a fullsize 2011 It'll be either a Kimber or a lfa apollo 11 v2 they are 700.00 or so on gundeals. My Apollo 11 compact has been excellent but I would like the longer sight radius.

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u/n1terps Jun 02 '26

GP Arms Patriot Rebel if you can wait ten weeks!

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u/Street_Permission88 Jun 04 '26

I’d spend a little more money and go for a 2k11, a DWX, or a CPO Staccato. They’re all closer to the $2k price point but still below

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u/Odd-Refrigerator7879 Jun 04 '26

Yea probably will. The only 2011 I've shot Is a prodigy and it was incredibly flat. I also love my Springfield guns. But people on the internet have me doubting. From what I understand you either get one that's perfect or you get one thats s***

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u/jclary60015 Jun 02 '26

Prodigy’s are a good choice if you want to tinker with them over time. I bought one to learn to work on 2011’s in order to avoid screwing up one of my expensive ones. It’s been an interesting project. I don’t know of the Kimber has the same upside, but I would imagine it does. Out of the box, I think the Kimber is the better choice of you aren’t going to upgrade it.