Hello to all my new friends

[fire_hunter988]

I have just got my first Colt. 1991A Government 01091. I have had guns since i was little. my first was rem. 870 12ga for trap (first gun i bought with my money from my paper route. my dad says you only take care of things you have to work for. still have it, still looks like new) and have others that i have got over my 32 yrs. but this is my first Colt. my dad has a mk IV but it has a quiet life in the safe. I bought this to replace my Dan Wesson model 15v. (still looks new btw) as my shooter. What do i need to be aware of the first time i shoot. this is brand new gun. of corse my dad will be there and his knowledge of guns is awsome. but i want to be ready when i ask him to go. maby he'll bring the MK IV out for a day. thanks for you help in advance.

[OD*]

Welcome to the forum.

Nothing special to watch for on a Colt, make sure the bore is unobstructed, the pistol has a little oil and have a great time.

[lksstbls]

Sounds like you're off to a good start. If you have several magazines, or are planning to have several, be sure and try each one, as that's where I've had issues with 1911s. I recently had to go through six, brand new Colt mags, to get four that worked properly, and had to modify two of those with a pair of pliers. You probably know to avoid the "idiot scratch", but if not, have someone show you. I didn't, and my first 1911 paid the price. My first gun was an 870, and that was 48 years ago, and I still have it, as well as several Colt Mk IVs. Good luck.

[fire_hunter988]

thanks for your reply. i dont know what the idiot scratch. can you tell me more about it

[OD*]

http://mysite.verizon.net/od45/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/idiotscratch.jpg

[JustinTime]

Welcome to the forum Fire_Hunter. As OD said, there is nothing really to look for with a Colt. Chances are she'll run like a top right out of the box. The 1991's are nice pistols. Especially for the money.

[fire_hunter988]

i may be a "idiot" for asking but how does it get there

[gottripletsNC]

By not knowing the proper way to put the slidestop back in after a teardown. People will put the gun back together and the slidestop partially back in, and then swing the slidestop up into position scratching the finish. This is the incorrect way, thus the name idiot. An idiot, who didn't know what he was doing.

[elijdub]

Welcome to the forum fire hunter! Congrats on your Colt, enjoy shooting with your Dad, and keep us posted on the "range report". As others have said, expect a Colt to shoot just fine right out of the box. Personally, i like to field strip recently acquired guns to make sure everything is in working order AND apply a little lubrication...especially if the gun has been "used" in the past. I'm not sure whether the Colt you purchased is "new" or "new-to-you"... If it's the latter, you might want to consider a field strip/lube.
Enjoy, and please post some pics :)!

[fire_hunter988]

its brand new. now i will be on the hunt for good used colts.

http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/gg134/fire_hunter988/1991Series_O1091800x519.jpg
http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/gg134/fire_hunter988/Picture002.jpg
http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/gg134/fire_hunter988/danwesson.jpg

[daveohno]

Welcome to the forum! You can use a piece of electricians tape over the area where you see the scratch, that will prevent the diot scratch, I've also read that some members use a playing card in that area to prevent the scratch.

When you buy a used Colt, you need to watch for deals. Some of the prices are very high. I have used a gentleman that I met through the forum, he always has good prices on used firearms that are in good condition. If you find someone in a gunshop that you can trust, they can watch for the type of firearm you want and might be able to find what you want at a good price.

[fire_hunter988]

THANKS to all for your replies.

[EchoBravoKilo]

Congrats on the Colt. The only thing to watch out for is Coltitis - it's extremely contagious. There's no cure the only treatment seems to involve purchasing a large safe...

[JustinTime]

i may be a "idiot" for asking but how does it get there

No such thing. This board is here for us to enjoy, interact, teach, and learn.

[d90king]

Welcome to the forum and best of luck with your new Colt.

[fire_hunter988]

thank you. im thinking of a .22 for fun. any thoughts. looking for a auto.

[lksstbls]

Ruger Mk III for best value.

[fire_hunter988]

i thought about those or a browning. also been looking at S&W

[fire_hunter988]

just looked at a beretta usa u22 neos. looks neat and i have to say a good price. anybody have one?

[fire_hunter988]

after 200 rounds no problems. i have to admit i am still getting used to the gun. i am used to shooting my dan wesson, but its me and not the gun. my dad put a 1.5" group in the 9 ring at 25 yrds. i however put a 2.5" group in the 3 ring at 25 yrds. but i am very happy. i know that its me and not the gun.
http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/gg134/fire_hunter988/Picture007.jpg

[elijdub]

Sounds like good shootin' to me, firehunter! Glad to hear you're enjoying the new Colt :).

[Hunter]

Nice picture of your new Colt, I am partial to them myself.
Glad you are pleased.