Remington 1911 R1 Enhanced Complete Specs and Full Gun Specifications

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.
94
out of 10
62 Positive, 0 Mixed & 0 Negative
from 62 Reviews
Retail Price:
$759.99
Used Price:
$531.99
Sale Price:
$531.99

Product Specifications

Category Uncategorized
Action Single
Caliber .45 ACP
Capacity 8+1
Finish Black
Sights Fiber Optic Front
Gun Type Pistol
Barrel Length 5"
Length 8.5"
Grip Checkered
Weight 40 oz

Remington 1911 R1 Enhanced Reviews

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Caleb E
February 9, 2022
100

This was my first handgun and I am incredibly satisfied with my purchase. Ergonomically, the R1 Enhanced feels great in the hand and is very easy to point. The red fiber optic at the front is easy to see, even in reasonably dim lighting (rainy day, in a d

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kayla r
February 9, 2022
80

I'll just say I really like this gun. It is well made. The slide is very smooth. I am convinced you cannot buy a better 1911 for the price. It is accurate right out of the box. Out of 200 rounds I did have 1 failure to feed. My only complaint is that the

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Jerry D B
February 9, 2022
100

Great 1911. My 10th 1911 and compared to my Kimbers, SWs, Colts, Springfields it eats up ammo both factory and reloaded without a hitch, probably my most reliable 1911. The action is smooth and the front sight is perfect for my ageing eyes. It is my go to

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Elliot D
February 9, 2022
100

My first 1911 and it is more than I expected! Great build and shoots extremely well! Very happy with Buds and their commitment to ensure quality Firearms at the best price and amazing customer service!

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Esteban F
February 9, 2022
80

This is my third purchase from Bud's and like always the gun arrived on time (5 days including the weekend) and in perfect condition. The R1 Enhanced looks great and feels great in your hand. I have not had a chance to shoot it yet, but will do so soon. M

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Cristian L M
February 9, 2022
100

Very good quality handgun. As far as the 1911 is concerned I think it's one of the best on the market. Bud's, as usual, did an excellent job at shipping. I couldn't be more happy with the whole transaction.

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Jose miguel a
February 9, 2022
100

I wish I could carry this daily, just a little too bulky. As for performance, I've put about 500 rounds through this gun since new, and it has not failed once. It is extremely accurate, and has become a favorite of everyone at the range. Now I understand

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Chase K
February 9, 2022
100

SKEPTICAL AT FIRST AFTER REMINGTON REINTRODUCED THE 1911 BUT I AM GLAD I TOOK THE CHANCE AND PLEASED WITH THE RESULTS. A FINE 1911 SHOOTS AND CYCLES GREAT AND LOVES CHIP MCCORMICK AFTER MARKET MAGS. BUDS WAS GREAT WITH SERVICE AND DELIVERY.

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Geremy V
February 9, 2022
100

My first 1911. A bit hesitant to buy at first but after so many research online, I finally decided to get it. Right off the box, the gun looks amazing and it doesn't look like it's less than $1000. The craftsmanship and quality is not too far from the one

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Lester L
February 9, 2022
80

Nice gun. All the parts had to be filed sanded polished. Alot of burrs and machine marks. But for the price not bad. Also trigger so so. Im putting a new one in it. Alot of play in stock trigger. Id buy another one

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Oscar C
February 9, 2022
100

Excelente producted im very happy with this gun

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Leonard T
February 9, 2022
40

Though Bud's was their typical best when it came to pricing and delivery of the Remington R1 enhanced that I bought, the weapon itself was a complete disappointment. The first thing I had to do was have the local gunsmith align the sights because they wer

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stetson s
February 9, 2022
100

Excellent firearm. Was told to be worried about ejection issues and I believe I have had one out of about 100-200 shots through it.

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Jerre P
February 9, 2022
20

Do not recommend major feeding problems even after return to factory

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jonathon a
February 9, 2022
100

I carried a standard .45 in military, this Remington R1 Enhanced is so much more accurate, shot placement at 25 yds inside the 9 circle with many bullseyes. Love the workmanship in it and its trigger. Very reliable firearm.

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Evith T
February 9, 2022
100

I couldn't be happier with the purchase..bud's is the best....price..inventory..ease of purchase..warranty... thanks to buds and hickok45... my buying experience was exceptional in every way... thanks guys... Tracy Taylor

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Edmanuel S
February 9, 2022
100

First, let's talk about BUD's......took almost two weeks to get delivery when every other gun I've purchased at BUD's was delivered within 2 days! I do understand it was ordered soon after Christmas, as well as a speech about gun control by our glorious l

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Brodie L
February 9, 2022
80

I have owned the R1 enhanced for over a year now and have well over 1500 rounds of just about every brand of full metal jacket ammo that i could get my hands on. The only issues i have had were 2 failure to feed with 50 rounds of herters ammo the gun func

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NATHANAEL R
February 9, 2022
100

Great gun!! This Remington 1911 R1 Enhanced is a fine piece of US workmanship!! I run have 500+ rounds of Remington UMC and absolutely zero issues!! This one will definitely give you more bang for the buck!! Bud's service was flawless for sure will do bus

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Stanton S
February 9, 2022
100

AWESOME gun. Accurate out of the box, light trigger, had lots of fun at the range!!

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Howard S. C
February 9, 2022
100

Excellent purchase! Nice light recoil and light trigger. Extremely accurate and a very sharp looking gun. Have shot cheap and expensive loads through it with no problems. If you like 1911 this is a great one to own. I have a Springfield and a Colt, Reming

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Dianne M
February 9, 2022
100

I heard a lot of great things about this particular model, and can definitely attest to those reviews. The gun is surprising accurate, punching groups on top of each other with ease at 7-10 yds. This is my first 1911 and am completely at awe with its accu

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Burton B
February 9, 2022
20

FELL APART! I received the 1911 R1 Enhanced, cleaned and oiled it thoroughly (I'm a 1911 buff). When I took it to the range to break it in, it FAILED at about 200 rounds. There was a failure to feed and when I tried to clear it, the Firing Pin Plunger and

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Austin L
February 9, 2022
100

I purchased my R1 Enhanced about 3 weeks ago and due to getting slammed by a couple of snow storms wasn't able to get it out to the range until a couple of days ago. The moment I opened the box I was impressed with the fit and finish of the gun. I ran som

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Isai O
February 9, 2022
100

I bought this gun several weeks ago and just got my first chance to shoot it today. Bud's was great as usual. Gun arrived in great shape, and only required a little cleaning. Fit and finish were great as expected. Remington's web site says the grips are a

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Howard F
February 9, 2022
100

I love it !! Great addition to my family!! I sleep well now my new freind is with me, knowing my children and I will be safe when my husband is gone on the road !! Thankx Bud's !! My best shopping experience ever!! best remington i ever seen, held, and sh

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wolfgang K
February 9, 2022
100

I love this gun! It is spot on with the sights. I haven't had any jams. I am super happier with this purchase. Shoots very nice

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Humphrey A
February 9, 2022
100

I purchased the Remington R1 Enhanced and have been VERY pleased with this gun. The gun itself is very tight and shoots well. I like the front fiber optic sight and the trigger pull is not bad. We were getting 2-3 inch groups at 30 feet right out of the b

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Evan N
February 9, 2022
40

Fit and Finish is the only reason I gave it 2 out of 5. My first 50 rounds I had 4 FTE's with alomst every clip the last round was a FTF. I doubt I'll run any more ammo through it.......This one's going up on the shelf. Sad, I thought Remington would have

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Lee U
February 9, 2022
100

Outstanding pistol. So far, it has fed and fired everything that I've stuffed into the mags (I'm still breaking it in, but I can already tell that this one's a keeper!). Fit and finish are excellent, as is the trigger pull. The FO front sight really stand

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andre n
February 9, 2022
100

I will keep it short. This gun is awsome. I took it out to shoot the other day and had absolutely no problems. It has become the best firearm in my collection. Bud's ervice was great. It was delivered on tme as promised when I ordered it.

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Rodger D
February 9, 2022
100

As usual, I received the best customer service from any gun shop on the planet.....thanks Joe!!! I took the R1 out this morning and fed every type of 45 ACP I could dig up and it ate every one of them with no problems. This is one of the best out of the b

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Herminio B
February 9, 2022
80

Buds gun shop can not be beat!!! the Remington r1 love it. Trigger had a little more play than I would like but that may be my ocd. Fit and finish is German quality.

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Carolyn G
February 9, 2022
100

SO far a great gun, wroth every penny, shoots as well as a $1200 or $1300 gun. my brother has a $1000+ sig and a 2000 sti this gun is just as good at this point.

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Rachel M
February 9, 2022
100

First off, I am very happy with Buds, ordered gun on Tuesday and it arrived on Friday. This is my first 1911 gun and I think I made a great choice. My new Remington looks and feels awesome. I have put 250 rounds of Winchester white box and Remington ammo

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Dean I
February 9, 2022
100

This was my first 1911 purchase and the gun is flawless. Only have about 75 rounds through it right now but not a single ftf or fte it eats everything I put in it federal hollow points Remington ball and even Tula

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James Ray P
February 9, 2022
100

Just got the R1 this morning. Took it to the range this afternoon. Put around 50 rounds through it, and was very impressed with the accuracy, at the 10 yard line. Reliability was good. The set-screw for trigger over-travel was not adjusted, and was ready

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Youssef C
February 9, 2022
100

What a sweet shooting machine. Have put 100 rounds through it with great results. The sights are dead on. The fit and finish is wonderful. I am very pleased with my purchase and exceptionally happy with Bud's service.

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Maribell R
February 9, 2022
100

I had purchased this gun a few months ago and wanted to give it time and a few rounds to give an accurate review.WOW nice gun smooth,and accurate not one ftf. 1000 rndsfeels like a cadilac in your hand well balanced and finish is awesome.easy takedown and

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Cannon P
February 9, 2022
100

Outstanding firearm for the price. Tight yet smooth action and the trigger is crisp. You can go wrong with this purchase. Can't wait to get to the range.

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stanely s
February 9, 2022
100

I have been contemplating a 1911 purchase for quite some time, as I do not have one in my collection. After looking at HUNDREDS of choices in different price ranges, I decided on the Remington R1 Enhanced. I am EXTREMELY happy with my purchase. This gun g

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Karla K
February 9, 2022
100

For shooting, this is the nicest of the 3 Remington 1911s released on 2011 so far. The slide is silky smooth ("like butter"), the sights with fiber optic front and plain black rear are fantastic, the G10 grips are beautiful, but I may save these and insta

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John Jason A
February 9, 2022
100

Great gun. Lots of fun to shoot. Good trigger. Has all the upgrades for a reasonable price. Comes with 2 high quality Remington mags with great followers. Overall, very satisfied with this very nice 1911.

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Geoff S
February 9, 2022
100

I have had my 1911 R1 Enhanced for about 6 months. This is, by far, is one amung the best firearm purchases I have ever made. It's accurate and smooth to fire and has shot every kind of ammo I have fed it. Not to mention that ITS AWESOME TO LOOK AT!!! Do

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Emily J
February 9, 2022
100

This pistol was my first order from Bud's. Their customer service was fantastic (I ordered it over the phone instead of online). I received it in very short order. New condition, as advertised, with no apparent flaws or defects. This is my first 1911, and

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Nesbitt B
February 9, 2022
80

great gun. after a good cleaning I had no issues what soever with the guns operation. While shooting the front red sight was lost as the gun cycles rounds. have to find me another, but overall great gun.

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orville e c
February 9, 2022
100

Very nice gun. I would buy again with no hesitation.

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Juan miguel C
February 9, 2022
100

Ordered this gun on Saturday night and got here Tuesday morning I picked it up Friday the process was very simple to do, much simpler than driving out of the way to some gun show and then also paying tax and when buying guns that alone can add 100 bucks t

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BOCHENG Z
February 9, 2022
100

This is an excellent gun for the price. I have fired about 250 rounds through it with no malfuctions or jams. I did change the grips out for a pair or Hogue G10 with built in magwell. The factory grips just weren't quite to my liking, not quite checkered

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Zack E
February 9, 2022
100

The purchase of this gun was the result of alot of comparative shopping and I couldn't be happier ! This was my first 1911 and this gun is awsome at this price point. If you have been shopping for a 1911, you know the prices have a huge range from $ 400 -

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Brenton H
February 9, 2022
100

Ordered the Remington 1911 R1 Enhanced on Tuesday night picked it up from my FFL on Friday morning. Buds is the best. The Remington R1 looks great and the grip is very comfortable. Will take it to the range in the next couple of weeks. Buds gets five star

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Jonah H
February 9, 2022
100

Picked up yesterday, fast shipping. Beautiful firearm, the slide very smooth. This price beats out every other price I saw for it by about a $150, online and physical. Cleaned excess oil out and lubed up and took it out this morning, a real pleasure to sh

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Vinnie S
February 9, 2022
100

The R1 was my second choice because I couldn't find a Ruger SR1911 for less than $50 over MSRP anywhere. I am very pleased with the Remington and glad I made the decision to go with it. Gun feels and shoots great with no problems. This was my first purcha

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Blayke S
February 9, 2022
100

What a fine pistol! Another excellent transaction with Bud's, fastest turn around time yet! As for the R1 Enhanced, I had read where the slide operates smooth as butter. That's just pretty darn close to what I'd call it. Fit and finish are both excellent!

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Craig J
February 9, 2022
100

This R1 Enhanced was the culmination of a long and exhaustive search to find my "perfect" first 1911 model pistol. There were many factors that went into it (price range, features, reliability, accuracy, etc.) and it was not an easy decision. I originally

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Zachariah E
February 9, 2022
100

OMG! What an AWESOME gun! And Bud's service was great too! This is my second purchase from Bud's and certainly not my last. In both cases, I placed my order online and the gun was at my FFL in Colorado in 3 days! I got my new R1 Enhanced home and had a go

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Lewis G
February 9, 2022
100

Great gun, what can I say? I was very impressed with the Remington 1911 R1 Enhanced. As soon as I got it, I cleaned it then took it out as soon as the weather allowed me to. I put around 100 rounds through it without any malfunctions. The trigger is aweso

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Roger V
February 9, 2022
100

still breaking in, but i used it at a PPC match, the R1 shoots better than i could, great sight picture, great trigger, smooth side.

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SGT ZACHARIAH B
February 9, 2022
100

I received my Remington 1911 R1 Enhanced and I am very impressed with it. Buds had the best price. If you are looking for a 1911 look no further. This 1911 comes with two eight round mags.

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Alvin D
February 9, 2022
100

Just shot 250 rounds today at the range w/ R1 Enhanced.No issues at all.Very accurate and very tight. Can't beat Buds price. Nice piece

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Ellis B
February 9, 2022
100

This is one terrific gun for $737. I'm not much of a shot but the first 8 rounds were in a 3 inch shot group at 25 feet. I shot 50 rounds of new Winchester 230 then switched to a local re-loaders round and put another 50 rounds through it. Not one hiccup

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Johannes K
February 9, 2022
100

Well I just had to get one and Buds is the place to get'm I got the Enhanced model and could not be happier, took it out to the range shot 200 rounds no problem. It shoots a lot better than I ever will but I did have some very tight groups, for a mid-rang

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