{"id":1417,"date":"2023-12-04T15:36:07","date_gmt":"2023-12-04T15:36:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1417"},"modified":"2023-12-04T15:36:07","modified_gmt":"2023-12-04T15:36:07","slug":"tisas-1911-stingray-carry-b9ba-a-great-commander","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1417","title":{"rendered":"Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry B9BA \u2014 A Great Commander"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/\">Home<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/firearms\/\">Firearms<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/firearms\/handguns\/\">Handguns<\/a> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry B9BA \u2014 A Great Commander<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>Tisas, founded in 1993, is a <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/6-best-handguns-from-turkey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Turkish company<\/a> which has become recognized as a builder of quality pistols at affordable prices. My experience with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?fq=brand%3ATisas&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-1911-stingray-carry-b9ba-a-great-commander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tisas<\/a> guns (prior to the 1911 Commander that is the subject of this review) has been very positive. I own a Tisas Zigana 9mm and a Tisas replica of the U.S. Army 1911A1.<\/p>\n<p>Both firearms have performed admirably and were affordable. My experience with these Tisas firearms, plus my appreciation for the 1911 platform (especially in the Commander size), prompted me to obtain this model from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?fq=brand%3ASDS+Imports&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-1911-stingray-carry-b9ba-a-great-commander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SDS Imports<\/a>, the importer of Tisas firearms.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"464\" alt=\"Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry B9BA 9mm semi-auto handgun, left profile\" class=\"wp-image-92140 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-4.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-4.jpg?resize=300%2C218&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-4.jpg?resize=150%2C109&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-4.jpg?resize=640%2C464&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-4.jpg?resize=640%2C464&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry B9BA 9mm semi-auto handgun, left profile\" class=\"wp-image-92140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-4.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-4.jpg?resize=300%2C218&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-4.jpg?resize=150%2C109&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The diamond-shaped cocking serrations are complemented by the G10 sunburst-style grips and provide a distinctive looking, and excellent handling, handgun.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Stingray Carry Features<\/h2>\n<p>In one respect, a 1911 is a 1911, and because it is a well-known platform, it\u2019s hard to come up with distinguishing features that set one 1911 apart from the others. However, in this case, there are some. After all, I picked this one out of a lineup consisting of 40 different 1911 configurations in the SDS catalog.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>First and foremost, I picked the Tisas Stingray Carry because it\u2019s a Commander and it\u2019s chambered for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/handgun-ammo\/9mm-luger-or-9x19mm\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-1911-stingray-carry-b9ba-a-great-commander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9mm cartridge<\/a>. Those are simply personal preferences of mine. Should you prefer something else, such as a government-sized 1911 in .45 ACP, Tisas has it.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>This model has an aluminum frame which provides a lighter overall pistol compared to its steel counterparts. For improving the profile, and to reduce the possibility of printing when concealed, the frame comes with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?fq=brand%3AEd+Brown+Products+Inc&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-1911-stingray-carry-b9ba-a-great-commander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ed Brown<\/a> Bobtail. A set of Sunburst-textured G10 grips fill the hand and provide a slip-resistant texture.<\/p>\n<p>The slide is made of forged steel, rounded, and slick all over except for a section of aggressively stippled serrations on the rear portion that work great for racking the slide. Inside this beautiful slide is a cold hammer-forged 4.25-inch barrel designed for longevity and accuracy.<\/p>\n<p>The slide comes equipped with Novak-style three-dot sights for a precise sight picture. Making the gun southpaw friendly, Tisas installed an <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/ambi-lefty-shooting-the-right-way\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ambidextrous<\/a> safety. For long-lasting finish protection, this pistol comes with a gray Cerakote finish on the frame.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"482\" alt=\"Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry B9BA 9mm semi-auto handgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-image-92141 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-5.jpg?resize=300%2C226&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-5.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-5.jpg?resize=640%2C482&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"482\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-5.jpg?resize=640%2C482&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry B9BA 9mm semi-auto handgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-image-92141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-5.jpg?resize=300%2C226&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-5.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The ambidextrous safety makes the Tisas Stingray ideal for southpaws.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>I have come to appreciate the Ed Brown-designed bobtail on two of the .45 ACP Commanders I own. Those two guns were in my regular carry rotation when shooting .45 ACP didn\u2019t bother me. I love carrying a 1911, and this one in 9mm with the bobtail is just the ticket. It has the Commander-style skeletonized hammer and curved trigger with front-face serrations. The frame ahead of the trigger guard is smooth, making for easy holstering and a clean, smooth <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/draw-stroke-quickly-present-pistol\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">draw<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Tisas chose the 70 series operating system for this model. What that means is that it doesn\u2019t have a trigger-activated firing pin block as an added safety. Instead, it has a titanium firing pin that is not prone to movement unless, and until, the trigger is pulled.<\/p>\n<p>Among 1911 aficionados there are those who believe the trigger operation on the series 70 system is smoother. There are certainly less parts which theoretically could result in longer life and less maintenance. I own 1911s with both types of system. Personally, I cannot tell the difference when shooting them, and I\u2019ve never had any mechanical trouble with either style.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"327\" alt=\"Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry B9BA 9mm semi-auto handgun on a soft case\" class=\"wp-image-92139 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-3.jpg?resize=300%2C153&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-3.jpg?resize=150%2C77&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-3.jpg?resize=640%2C327&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"327\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-3.jpg?resize=640%2C327&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry B9BA 9mm semi-auto handgun on a soft case\" class=\"wp-image-92139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-3.jpg?resize=300%2C153&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-3.jpg?resize=150%2C77&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The Tisas Stingray 9mm Carry Commander is a no frills firearm ideally suited for concealed carry.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>1911 Evaluation<\/h2>\n<p>When evaluating a 1911 pistol, I like to compare it against known standards. In this case, since I have two, quality, bobtail Commander-sized 1911s (SIG and S&amp;W), I set out to compare them. One area where the three differ the most is weight.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?fq=brand%3ASIG+Sauer&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-1911-stingray-carry-b9ba-a-great-commander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SIG<\/a> is all steel and tips the scales at 37.3 ounces. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?fq=brand%3AS&amp;W=&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-1911-stingray-carry-b9ba-a-great-commander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">S&amp;W<\/a> is a scandium\/aluminum hybrid that weighs 29.3 ounces. The aluminum-framed Tisas weighs 31.5 ounces. That\u2019s not enough weight difference to affect your shooting. At least it doesn\u2019t seem that way to me.<\/p>\n<p>The SIG and S&amp;W both have external extractors, but the Tisas doesn\u2019t. Does that make any difference in how the gun shoots or handles? No. The two Series 80 guns feel no different to me than the Series 70 gun on the firing line.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"564\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Field stripped Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry B9BA 9mm semi-auto handgun\" class=\"wp-image-92142 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-6.jpg?w=564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-6.jpg?resize=294%2C300&amp;ssl=1 294w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-6.jpg?resize=150%2C153&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-6.jpg?resize=564%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"564\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-6.jpg?resize=564%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Field stripped Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry B9BA 9mm semi-auto handgun\" class=\"wp-image-92142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-6.jpg?w=564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-6.jpg?resize=294%2C300&amp;ssl=1 294w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-6.jpg?resize=150%2C153&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The Tisas Stingray is a classic series 70 1911 with standard length guide rod.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Trigger pull on all three guns is consistent at 6 pounds. All three hammers click distinctively at the half-cock position. The shape of the Tisas and S&amp;W hammers are the same. The grip safeties on all three operate and feel the same. Three dot sights top all three guns, but they are night sights on the SIG and S&amp;W but not on the Tisas. I expect I\u2019ll change that.<\/p>\n<p>The biggest difference I can detect in handling all three guns is the SIG and S&amp;W both have checkered front and back straps. The front and rear backstraps on the Tisas are smooth. When it comes time to shoot, the only real difference is noted since the SIG and the S&amp;W are both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?fq=CALIBER%3A45+Auto&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-1911-stingray-carry-b9ba-a-great-commander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.45 ACP guns<\/a>, and the Tisas is a 9mm.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p>Before going to the range, I disassembled the pistol for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/gun-care\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-1911-stingray-carry-b9ba-a-great-commander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cleaning and oiling<\/a> as recommended. Takedown is standard 1911, assisted by the plastic barrel bushing wrench included in the case the gun was shipped in. Examining the internals reinforces the recognition that Tisas pistols are quality products. There is no sloppy engineering anywhere.<\/p>\n<h2>Range Testing<\/h2>\n<p>I shared the shooting chores with a buddy, and we proceeded to put rounds downrange at targets located at seven yards and 10 yards. A lot of the ammo we shot was Blazer 115-grain FMJ. We both experienced rounds shooting slightly below point of aim but grouped well. We tried various brands of JHP in 124- and 147-grain with the same result. Shots landed slightly below the point of aim but grouped tightly.<\/p>\n<p>Early on, there were some extraction issues and some stove pipes \u2014 all with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/?fq=brand%3ABlazer+Ammunition&amp;fq=price%3A3%2C1496&amp;page=1&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-1911-stingray-carry-b9ba-a-great-commander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blazer ammo<\/a>. However, these issues cleared up after 100 rounds or so. The manual did suggest a 500-round break-in period may be necessary. I\u2019ve always rejected the notion that a new gun would need such a break-in period. In this case however, I guess it\u2019s true. It really didn\u2019t take that many rounds and shooting was enjoyable.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"542\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry 9mm semi-auto pistol on. paper target showing the grouping with a box on Blazer 9mm 115-grain ammunition\" class=\"wp-image-92143 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-7.jpg?w=542&amp;ssl=1 542w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-7.jpg?resize=282%2C300&amp;ssl=1 282w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-7.jpg?resize=150%2C159&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 542px) 100vw, 542px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-7.jpg?resize=542%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"542\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-7.jpg?resize=542%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry 9mm semi-auto pistol on. paper target showing the grouping with a box on Blazer 9mm 115-grain ammunition\" class=\"wp-image-92143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-7.jpg?w=542&amp;ssl=1 542w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-7.jpg?resize=282%2C300&amp;ssl=1 282w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Tisas-9mm0Commander-7.jpg?resize=150%2C159&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 542px) 100vw, 542px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>This target, shot freehand from 10 yards with Blazer FMJ 115-grain ammo, represents performance typical of how the Tisas performed throughout the author\u2019s testing. It handled all types and sizes of 9mm ammo without issue (after a short break-in period).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>Because I like Commanders, appreciate the bobtail, and didn\u2019t currently have one in 9mm, I elected to pay for the Tisas Stingray rather than send it back at the end of the evaluation period. This brings up my take on a rather controversial subject that has been making the rounds in the gun media lately. The subject is carry rotation versus a single gun, carry position, 24\/7 carry.<\/p>\n<p>I understand the training that suggests you should be thoroughly familiar with your carry gun. The best way to do that is to shoot it often, so shooting and operating it is second nature. I shoot often and shoot a variety of guns. My role as a reviewer and writer requires it. Regardless of the gun I draw from a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/holsters\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-1911-stingray-carry-b9ba-a-great-commander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">holster<\/a>, I instinctively know how to shoot it.<\/p>\n<p>At any given time, I may have four or five handguns at the ready. I do rotate through them. For each gun, I  have a holster that will securely hold it and is easy to draw from.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m confident, should the need arise to put a gun in play, I\u2019ll be able to deploy and operate any gun I may have on my person. Your thoughts?<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Are you a 1911 fan or do you prefer revolvers or striker-fired guns? What about caliber (9mm v. .45 ACP)? Do you rotate your carry gun or ascribe to only carrying a single gun for familiarity? 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