Rock Island Armory / Armscor 1911 Rock Ultra MS (cast frame)

Published on December 11, 2017
Duration: 21:42

This review of the Rock Island Armory 1911 Rock Ultra MS (.45 ACP) highlights its feature set for its ~$700 price point, including VZ grips, ambidextrous safety, and an LPA adjustable rear sight. The pistol utilizes a Series 70 action for a cleaner trigger. Initial range testing revealed reliability issues with several malfunctions in the first 300 rounds, prompting discussion on the typical 1911 break-in period.

Quick Summary

The Rock Island Armory 1911 Rock Ultra MS (.45 ACP) is a Commander-sized pistol around $700, featuring VZ grips, ambidextrous safety, and a Series 70 action for a clean trigger. Initial testing showed reliability issues within the first 300 rounds, highlighting the importance of a 1911 break-in period.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Price Point
  2. 00:36External Features and Grips
  3. 01:04Manufacturing and Origin
  4. 01:54Ammunition and Magazine Testing
  5. 02:45Initial Range Performance
  6. 04:56Series 70 Action Design
  7. 06:07Technical Specifications and Sights
  8. 07:31Trigger Characteristics
  9. 10:56Reliability and Break-in Period
  10. 13:30Finish and Safety Quality

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price range for the Rock Island Armory 1911 Rock Ultra MS?

The Rock Island Armory 1911 Rock Ultra MS is typically priced around $700, making it an attractive option for shooters seeking a feature-rich 1911 within the sub-$800 budget.

What type of action does the Rock Island Armory 1911 Rock Ultra MS use?

This model features a Series 70 action, which means it does not have a firing pin block safety. This design is often favored for its potential to provide a cleaner and more refined trigger pull.

What were the reliability issues encountered during testing of the Rock Island Armory 1911 Rock Ultra MS?

During initial range testing, the Rock Island Armory 1911 Rock Ultra MS experienced several malfunctions, including failures to feed and stovepipes, within the first 300 rounds, indicating a need for a break-in period.

What are the key external features of the Rock Island Armory 1911 Rock Ultra MS?

The Rock Island Armory 1911 Rock Ultra MS comes equipped with VZ Operator II grips, a flared magwell, an ambidextrous safety, and a skeletonized trigger and hammer, accepting full-size 1911 magazines.

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