My R1 45ACP had all of the same issues you experienced. I polished the feed ramp and substituted for a 20lb recoil spring, and now it shoots like a dream. Thanks for the video.
This is a really good review of the R1. I bought the stainless one not too long after Remington started making 1911s again. Since then I've worked my way up the 1911 ladder to more expensive ones, but I still have the stainless R1 and love shooting it any chance I get.
Great review! Welcome to the 1911 family. The best test for a new M1911 is to shake it. If it rattles, it will run just fine. The next test is to rack the slide on an empty magazine. If the slide does not lock, discard the magazine. The only M1911 I own that does not work is an heirloom Colt Lightweight Commander Model of 1950. It survived a barracks fire in Korea and was dug out of the ashes. Can't blame Colt for that!
Friend-o-mine has had one since they first came out. No issues. Runs as good as my '72 Colt Combat Commander - which has always been flawless. Key: We always run basic 230gr FMJ, not any type of squared off bullet. Some of our buds have modified 1911's and try running all different bullet types,. and are fussing with their guns a lot. Not my factory Colt, or that R1. There is no such thing as a copper or lead bullet "breaking-in" a hardened feed ramp. Feed issues with any 1911 type are almost always traceable to the magazine control lips and/or the spring. The lips can break -in, resulting in better performance, but the ramp will need thousands of rounds to change its slickness. Polishing doesn't hurt, but doesn't necessarily help much either. Sharper, shorter bullets can benefit from a polished ramp or one that is relieved at the top where the ramp meets the lower edge of the chamber to create a more gradual entrance.
I had similar problems up to 400 rounds. Then I sent it to Remington for their "Platinum Service" (included with the gun - send it to the factory within the first 12 months after purchase, with any complaints - they paid freight both ways) and got back a completely tuned gun. It is remarkably accurate and I stopped counting after 3500 rounds with not a single malfunction after it was returned. It may not be the most expensive but I doubt any are more accurate. Happy camper.
Love my R1. Nothing upgraded, but changed the grip panels. I just made my furthest shot on target at 60 yards 2 days ago. Never have a problem. Outshoots my buddies SIG all day sadly.
I have the same pistol and had feeding issues until I replaced the recoil spring from 16lbs to an 18lbs spring. I went with a flat wire recoil spring instead of the traditional round wire spring and in an honesty say that the pistol shoots excellent now. I much prefer this American made Remington than the Philippines rock Island
Good Honest Vid!... right out of the box its was a great purchase at the first intro with a 100 dollar rebate,I haven't experienced any stove piping or Failures considering I use the same in stainless for training purposes, and you know how beginners can FJB things
I have 2, one is stainless, the other is blue, bought both new. I had one jam on the 1st or 2nd magazine with the stainless, no jams on the blue. Had the loose screw issue, fixed with blue locktite. They are a joy to shoot but I would recommend the stainless because of the rust issue with the blue. I would get the blue one parkerized if I knew of someone who does that work.
Mine ranfmj ammo ok. Didn't like jhp. I polished feed ramp A little better. Got kimber promags, better still. Read ww2 army booklet about 1911s and it stresses keep it clean and LUBED. Talked to vet from Korean War and he said he kept his 1011 lubed with a mix of diesel fuel and motor oil. Would put mix on with fiinger. He never had any issues and yes, he did use it in combat. Wouldn elaborate. Iput rem oil on sliding parts and ain't had no problems with any ammo using kimber mags. Took 1 Remington mag apart. Cut 1/2 loop from mag spring using drimel tool. Seemed like rem mags had more pressure pushing up on rounds than kimbet mags. Now that Remington mags works great. Funny thing. Bought m&p shield 45acp and it runs any ammo, any mixed up configuration any bullet weight. Never had problems out the box after 235 rounds. Have put about 375 rounds through Remington R1 1911 45acp.
I had the grips on my Colt 1911 come loose after shooting it the first time. Probably weren’t locktited like your gun wasn’t either. Lok grips sells O-rings that I used on some wood grips on a CZ. Haven’t come loose yet!
My R1 45ACP had all of the same issues you experienced. I polished the feed ramp and substituted for a 20lb recoil spring, and now it shoots like a dream. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for the comment and glad to hear I wasn't the only one who had issues! Haha great fixes and thanks for the advise! 👍👍
I bought an R1S, stainless steel, when they first came out. I haven't had any problems with it. No complaints, love the gun.
I watch alot of videos saying this weapon fails alot but I've never had any issues.
Thanks for your post. I've had my Remington 1911 R1 Enhanced in 45 ACP for a couple of years. I'm very pleased with it. Mine holds 8+1 rounds.
Awesome to hear! And thanks for the comment!🙌
Remington does make a decent factory grade 1911. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment! 🙏🙏
This is a really good review of the R1. I bought the stainless one not too long after Remington started making 1911s again. Since then I've worked my way up the 1911 ladder to more expensive ones, but I still have the stainless R1 and love shooting it any chance I get.
Great review!
Welcome to the 1911 family.
The best test for a new M1911 is to shake it. If it rattles, it will run just fine.
The next test is to rack the slide on an empty magazine. If the slide does not lock, discard the magazine.
The only M1911 I own that does not work is an heirloom Colt Lightweight Commander Model of 1950.
It survived a barracks fire in Korea and was dug out of the ashes.
Can't blame Colt for that!
Wow that's awesome! And thanks for the advise and comment! 🙏🙏🙏
Friend-o-mine has had one since they first came out. No issues. Runs as good as my '72 Colt Combat Commander - which has always been flawless.
Key: We always run basic 230gr FMJ, not any type of squared off bullet. Some of our buds have modified 1911's and try running all different bullet types,. and are fussing with their guns a lot. Not my factory Colt, or that R1.
There is no such thing as a copper or lead bullet "breaking-in" a hardened feed ramp. Feed issues with any 1911 type are almost always traceable to the magazine control lips and/or the spring. The lips can break -in, resulting in better performance, but the ramp will need thousands of rounds to change its slickness. Polishing doesn't hurt, but doesn't necessarily help much either.
Sharper, shorter bullets can benefit from a polished ramp or one that is relieved at the top where the ramp meets the lower edge of the chamber to create a more gradual entrance.
Get you some Wilson combat mags for it I had trouble with my factory mags with mine. And that gun shoots as good as any other 1911 on the market.
Good tip thanks for the comment!🙌
I've had one for years now... No problems... Very good regular 1911
Awesome to hear!!🙌🙌
I had similar problems up to 400 rounds. Then I sent it to Remington for their "Platinum Service" (included with the gun - send it to the factory within the first 12 months after purchase, with any complaints - they paid freight both ways) and got back a completely tuned gun. It is remarkably accurate and I stopped counting after 3500 rounds with not a single malfunction after it was returned. It may not be the most expensive but I doubt any are more accurate. Happy camper.
Wow that’s awesome to hear! I should have sent mine in too lol it’s like 4 years old now tho haha
Love my R1. Nothing upgraded, but changed the grip panels. I just made my furthest shot on target at 60 yards 2 days ago. Never have a problem. Outshoots my buddies SIG all day sadly.
B y the way, nice job on the video, clear, concise and no BS.
Appreciate the comment and support!🙏
I have the same pistol and had feeding issues until I replaced the recoil spring from 16lbs to an 18lbs spring. I went with a flat wire recoil spring instead of the traditional round wire spring and in an honesty say that the pistol shoots excellent now.
I much prefer this American made Remington than the Philippines rock Island
Oh wow thanks for the heads up! I’m tight have to change my recoil spring out as well now! Thanks for the comment🙏🙏
Good Honest Vid!... right out of the box its was a great purchase at the first intro with a 100 dollar rebate,I haven't experienced any stove piping or Failures considering I use the same in stainless for training purposes, and you know how beginners can FJB things
Switch the mags out. I had factory mags and had misfeeds. I put in Wilson Combats and never had an issue.
Ohh thanks for the tip!! I'll have to try that! 🙏🙏
I have 2, one is stainless, the other is blue, bought both new. I had one jam on the 1st or 2nd magazine with the stainless, no jams on the blue. Had the loose screw issue, fixed with blue locktite. They are a joy to shoot but I would recommend the stainless because of the rust issue with the blue. I would get the blue one parkerized if I knew of someone who does that work.
Yes simple fixes!! And a great gun!!🙌
Mine ranfmj ammo ok. Didn't like jhp. I polished feed ramp
A little better. Got kimber promags, better still. Read ww2 army booklet about 1911s and it stresses keep it clean and LUBED. Talked to vet from Korean War and he said he kept his 1011 lubed with a mix of diesel fuel and motor oil. Would put mix on with fiinger. He never had any issues and yes, he did use it in combat. Wouldn elaborate. Iput rem oil on sliding parts and ain't had no problems with any ammo using kimber mags. Took 1 Remington mag apart. Cut 1/2 loop from mag spring using drimel tool. Seemed like rem mags had more pressure pushing up on rounds than kimbet mags. Now that Remington mags works great. Funny thing. Bought m&p shield 45acp and it runs any ammo, any mixed up configuration any bullet weight. Never had problems out the box after 235 rounds. Have put about 375 rounds through Remington R1 1911 45acp.
I had the grips on my Colt 1911 come loose after shooting it the first time. Probably weren’t locktited like your gun wasn’t either. Lok grips sells O-rings that I used on some wood grips on a CZ. Haven’t come loose yet!
Thanks for the comment and great tip!!🙌🙌
@@1stShotTactical Update…those O-rings from Lok Grips won’t work on 1911’s only the CZ-75. There is another company that makes them for a 1911.
@@richrhocks oh sad! Haha thanks for the update!👍
I enjoyed your video.
Thanks partner! 🙏🙏
Wait when was this one manufactured?must have been before the big bankruptcy filing by Remington
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I still think this is a good 1911, honestly I don’t have money to spend $2,000 on a 1911, their old but they are a piece of history
Fact right there! This is a great budget friendly 1911 that everyone can own👍
I purchased my stainless version in 2015. Not a single issue.
I got the 2012 turkey federation R1 and I cary it every day and love it I have other 1911s love them too but carry my Remington everywhere I go
Awesome to hear! It’s a great gun! Thanks for the comment🙏🙏
Good job ❤
U must be new to 1911s.true 1911 dudes know the frist thing to do is upgrade to Willson combat 8rd and 10rd mags.
😂😂😂 Noted!! As I mentioned, I don't shoot this gun enough... I'll have to pick up some of those mags and try it out more! Thanks!
@@1stShotTactical ok
Whatever magazines work are fine.
You should have bought a beretta storm full size 9mm.G model 😊😊
Weak ammo or weak wrist causes feeding problems. Never had a problem with my stainless R1.
Thanks for the heads up! And yeah it was just at the beginning I had those issues👍👍
Oh, another thing... I used to work on new machinery and I EXPECT a 200 to 300 break-in period with any handgun.
Because that's how metal on metal machines work...
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That's not a de-cocker, you just initiated a fire sequence and would fire.
It's a shame that Remington waited until 2010 to get into the 1911 business. They probably would have made millions of them
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Believe it or not they were making 1911’s for the military back in 1918 but they stopped, they brought it back in 2010
@@jacobseraphin685 you are correct.
have remingston R1 1911 NEVER had your issues
They are up in price 2024.not cheap any more