Remington 1911 R1 Carry Commander vs Springfield Armory XDM Compact

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Handguns Remington 1911 R1 Carry Commander Springfield Armory XDM Compact
Summary
Rating
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Rank
#23699
#22088
Action Single Double Action Only
Caliber .45 ACP .40 S&W
Capacity 7+1 11 1/16 1 (Grip Extension)
Finish Black Black
Sights Night Sights 3-Dot Dovetail
Grip Cocobolo
Barrel Length 4.25" 3.8"
Details
Brand Springfield Armory
Reviews See 8 Reviews See 18 Reviews
Prices
MSRP $820.99 $577.69
Used Price $574.69 $404.38
Sale Price $738.89 $519.92

Handguns Descriptions

Remington 1911 R1 Carry Commander

The accuracy and reliability that have made the 1911 an American icon now shine brighter than ever. Features include a crisp trigger, dovetailed front and rear sights, precision-machined slide and frame, and available fine-checkered American walnut grips. The new Model 1911 R1 is truly the finest blend of exacting craftsmanship and out-of-box performance available today. Every element is produced with ultra-tight tolerances on equipment representing the height of modern technology. The result is a sweet-shooting advancement of a legendary design were more than proud to put our name on.

Springfield Armory XDM Compact

If you’re looking for a versatile carry pistol that is packed with features, has amazing capacity, and performs flawlessly, look no farther than the XD(M)® 3.8” Compact. The XD(M)® 3.8” Compact is the smallest of the XD(M)® line, but it’s by no means the least. It boasts the same superior ergonomics, reliable performance, and features that make larger XD(M)®’s easy and intuitive to use in a slightly abbreviated package. And you’ll be amazed at how fun it is to shoot. The XD(M)® 3.8” Compact has a 3.8 inch barrel mated with a shortened compact frame. When combined with the versatility of XD(M) Gear® X-Tension™ (USPAT7191556) magazines, the XD(M)® 3.8” Compact is ready for daily carry or a day on the range. Put in an X-Tension™ (USPAT7191556) magazine, and you have a 19 round full-sized 9mm pistol (16 rounds in .40SW, 13 rounds in .45ACP.) Use the flush-fitting 13 round magazine, and you have a Compact (11 rounds  in .40SW, 9 rounds  in .45ACP.) Like all XD(M)®’s, the XD(M)® 3.8″ Compact comes with three interchangeable backstraps, fiber optic front and low profile combat rear sights, mega-lock frame texturing, an ambidextrous magazine release, a multi-position frame rail, and a match grade barrel.You’ll also find all the safety features that make the XD(M)® a safe pistol in responsible hands. If you want a gun for daily carry as well as a trip to the range, but you only want to buy one gun, try the XD(M)® 3.8” Compact. You’ll be amazed at how controllable it is to shoot and how easy it is to conceal. It’s two guns in one.

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