Rock Island 10mm review

[@TheAvidUrbanGunner]

I’ve owned one for about 7 months. It’s a beast, runs great. Good review, glad you got to try it. I’ve watched your 9mm RIA reviews a while back right as I got into the platform. This pistol is a sleeper 👌🏾.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

The RIA line are great guns for the price. You cant find a better value. Im currently looking at a single stack 10mm RIA but I’m juggling projects right now so it may have to wait

[@tcjohnson3437]

Bought the M1911 A1 FS Tact II single stack 10mm about a year ago. Just runs and runs. Great gun.

[@Creaky-potato25]

Just got one, this is my new favorite. I actually picked this over the Sig Xten because I like hammer fired pistols. I like that it’s all metal too!😊

[@360TacticalSolutions]

I just asked my buddy that owns this one the other day if he was ready to sell it to me yet…he declined 😂

[@Creaky-potato25]

I'm actually looking for a whisper pickle 😂 and a compensater

[@jc8491]

Super sad that Hayes Custom stopped working on these 10mm RIAs. I really hope they start working on them again. The Tactical Package would be amazing.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Im considering having them work on my 9mm. I dont shoot it very often but its a great gun

[@mixedmarksman5873]

this pistol amazing out the box haha

[@JPS1Dec]

I’ve run brass and aluminum, different brands through mine with no issues at all. I love it. But without threaded barrel. Have the single stack 45 carry version. Great 1911!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

The RIA guns are great quality for the pricing

[@joshz7712]

I have a RI 1911 that was a hand me down from my dad when he passed, I love it. Its one of my favorite guns. Plus, I heard that they bought Colt's original mold back in the 50s and thats the basis of their 1911s. Im not too sure if thats true but after firering their 1911 it feels like the other 1911s ive shot (colt and springfield). I keyhole a lot with my RI.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

RIA makes a great product for the price. Sure they use some MIM parts theres no way to get a 1911 at those prices without it. But if someone is looking for a great base to build a high end gun these are where it's at.

[@dingdingding4033]

They're essentially identical to an old colt.. they use the same old machines.

[@2APOV]

Great vid, I had a ria fs 9mm 1911 ended up selling it too buy another firearm. This makes me want to get another ria... man these are hard too find right now ...

[@keesgroup8977]

Thanks for the video. I am going to the range and shoot my RIA 10mm today.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Hope you loved it. I have a single stack RIA 10mm arriving hopefully this week for testing. I cant wait

[@Creaky-potato25]

Heck yeah! Good idea 😊

[@billgates6995]

I have the double stack 9mm and the 45 and love both of them !!

[@stopplayin7022]

Great Video! I purchased the same gun( without the rail and threaded barrel) the Ultra HC 52009. Caught it for 433 , just couldn’t pass it up being 10mm. The website up the price to 569 after my purchase. Lol! Will be my first 10mm. Was shipped today . Geeked. Order more mags also. At that price…. Why the hell not!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Very nice. My uncle has that same one. Takes a good 500 rounds to break it in. Clean it really well and oil the hell out of it before you take it out the first time, keep it well lubed while breaking in and also keep in mind that you may need to get a lighter spring for range ammo. The factory spring is tuned in for heavier rounds than the cheap range ammo most people use. Not sure the spring weight they come with but some people do see some issues during break in and then swap to a softer spring. Past that…great guns

[@BerettaFan]

Nice video. I have both RIA 5" and 6" 10mm single stack 1911s. All of their 10mm offerings are equipped with 20lb recoil spring and 25lb hammer spring. That's what I was told by RIA customer service back in December 2021.

[@hw534]

Thanks for reviewing this gun! I am seriously considering this now over the fn 510! All metal, 1911 ergos, & $700 street price!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

For the price it cant be beat. You can turn around a do a couple upgrades and have a gun that makes the FN look like a beginners gun

[@hw534]

@360TacticalSolutions thanks! I actually just bought it on gun broker. Found it used for $620! Would you be so great as to recommend a few upgrade worthy parts?

[@hw534]

Subbd btw

[@enduroed]

I've now put thru about 250 rounds. Did not like flat nosed fmj's. Loves 180 gr Sellier & Bellot SB10B. Not the most powerful but feeds flawlessly and is pretty accurate to about 50 yards (torso sized target), will see how far I can hit something. Love the pistol, the machining (I'm a t & d maker) is flawless as is the parkerized finish. Very solid lock up, a little heavy but so am I. Any recommendations on a more powerful self defense round that feeds well would be great? Tks

[@360TacticalSolutions]

I wish I had a recommendation for you. I think what I have for my hiking rounds is underwood but I’m not carrying this gun while hiking lol. Too damn heavy. I’ve been using my M&P 10mm for that. My Rock Island 10mm is currently just a range gun. Great gun but not really practical for defensive use outside the house

[@mp40jager]

Was going to buy one, the price can't be beat. But, the gun is too heavy and trigger reach to long. I got a single stack RIA in 10mm.

[@billgates6995]

I also have the single stack ria 45 and it has ran flawlessly

[@jrwill58]

They also make a 6in version. I own the Glock 40, but I installed a KKM 7" bbl. Now I want the 6" version of this Rock Island! Nice review.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

I’d love to test out that 6” version. lol excessive guns are a lot of fun

[@mfddb3084]

I just ordered a tac ultra double stack 10mm. A long with 2 extra mags. Best 800 bucks I've spent can wait for till it comes in!!!!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Great gun, great price. You will love it

[@Creaky-potato25]

You’re in for a treat! I just got mine, and I also ordered 2 extra magazines! Man, this thing handles like a 9 mm, very little felt recoil so it’s easy to get follow up shots! Trust me, you are going to enjoy the heck out of it!

[@mfddb3084]

@@twistofcain_666 go on rock island sister site advanced tactical. That's where you can get extra mags. They are 42 bucks. I had my local gun shop order me two with the gun. They only send it with one from the factory

[@steven3379]

Good video, I'm curious about "mim" part content and which you would prefer RIA or Tisas in a 10mm single stack?

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Excellent question. I would be willing to bet it’s a fair amount. How else do they manage to sell the guns they do at those prices. Thats going to go for both companies of course. On the bright side upgrading the safety and whatever else isnt that expensive and in my opinion I dont think it matters. Ive had really good experience with my RIA guns. 3 of those are 10mm which I would think would put MIM parts to the test. I think it’s more a way for people to brag and companies to charge more. As far as Tisas vs RIA…hands down im taking the RIA. I dont know a ton or have a ton of experience with the Tisas but I know a fair amount about RIA. In the Philippines they are well respected for their pricing and quality. Many law enforcement and military use their guns as thats where they originated from. The guns have just gotten better since the deal with Armscore was made. 3 10mm and 2 9mm and right now im looking at ordering another RIA in .45 because these guns just work

[@tufftrucker40]

I have a single stack and it's alot of fun to shoot. The only thing I noticed with it is if you get it dirty it won't run worth a hoot or if you run it without enough lube it'll give you fits and one of the fiber optic pieces in the rear sight flew out some where at the range so I have to replace that but it had done a fairly good job considering my learning curve towards it.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Rock Island is a great value for sure. I have another RIA review coming around the first of the year. Really looking forward to getting more range time with the Rock Island guns

[@dylandenton6599]

I bought one abt 4 months ago and I've only had one issue with it. I can't keep any ammo in it, it's keeps flying out of the front hole😂. I love this gun. I'm thinking abt a kkm barrel crowned and flushcut because i have use for the threaded one. Then porting or comping the slide/barrel and maybe some cerakote

[@360TacticalSolutions]

@@dylandenton6599 I haven’t upgraded mine at all and I’ve been considering doing some work on it for a while. Maybe that will be a near future project

[@dylandenton6599]

@360TacticalSolutions I've watched all your hellcat pro vids, and I've gotta lotta parts to order for that as well. But this 10mm os probably gna get milled for an optic as well. I'm just unsure of who to go with on that if you can give any direction. This'll be my 1st to have done.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

@@dylandenton6599 C&H Precision does a great job with their milling service. It’s also nice because you can save a little bit with them using my 360TS promo code. A friend of mine just got a slide back from them and it looks fantastic

[@dylandenton6599]

@@360TacticalSolutions Thanks for the help man I appreciate ya

[@tonymickens8803]

This has been My EDC for the last 2 Years, "I carry this because I live in Detroit and If I get into a Gunfight I'd Rather hand This pistol over to the Cops instead of one of My expensive ones", got it from Bud's for $799.00 and is Just as Good as the "Goochy Guns" that I have, LOVE It! And it's 16+1. @360 Tactical Solutions

[@Marco-te3mp]

Incredible gun for 10mm

[@whiplash8277]

I have an RIA Ultra Commander size .45ACP. I'm looking to add the RIA Ultra 10MM single stack as I already have an M&P 10MM and a XDM Elite 10MM full size. Loving the RIA.

[@gregweiner5267]

Great review!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Thank you. Love these RIA guns

[@jasonsavill3444]

I have the RIA 10mm A2 FS Tact ii, I love it. Shoots well and it feels great in my hands

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Is that the single stack or double stack model? I have a single stack in transport as we speak. I’m hoping the gun store calls me to do the paperwork today

[@jasonsavill3444]

@@360TacticalSolutions it’s the double stack 16 round version

[@360TacticalSolutions]

@@jasonsavill3444 ah yes I did a review on that one. It was a loaner and one of my first videos. Great gun

[@jasonsavill3444]

@@360TacticalSolutions yes it is

[@Ryan-es9xg]

Hey I’m late to this video, but I’ve had this gun for awhile and I’ve been looking for a compensator. What would you recommend?

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Honestly I havent even looked into it for a 10mm. I dont even know where I would start

[@vxy357]

I saw one in the pawn shop for $379. I put it on layaway ASAP!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

What!!! Hell ya I would have jumped in that. That’s a score for sure

[@jamesdelong6401]

I know ill be adding this Rock island to my collection soon. Untreated version of it. I have thier tac ultra fshc 45acp dubble stack. Love it. Shoots OUTSTANDING. I look forward to adding a 10mm to my collection

[@360TacticalSolutions]

These guns are absolute monsters. Durable. Accurate. Reliable...once you break them in. You really can't beat the price either

[@jamesdelong6401]

@360TacticalSolutions yeap! I've had 0 issues with mine so far. I'm working on 700 rounds now. Only two things I had to do because of my Cerebral palsy on my left side is deleted the palm safety , shave down both sides of the thumb safety, and do a spring modification to the thumb safety as well.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

@@jamesdelong6401 sometimes we have to make changes to suit our personal needs and roadblocks. Glad to hear you aren’t letting that stop you from enjoying range time 👍🏻

[@jamesdelong6401]

@360TacticalSolutions Good morning. Nope! It hasn't. I wasn't going to let her go. I look forward to adding more rock island 45acp pistols to my collection. I am..... A FAN , now

[@natedaniel1146]

I love your Brotha Lynch Hung poster!!!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

I snagged that when Tech and Lynch and all them were in Seattle years ago. Ive probably had 50 people sub and comment about that poster. I thought about taking it down so people don't get the wrong idea but you know what...im a fan and anyone else thats a fan sees it knows what's up

[@astroidother3609]

How much bigger is the grip on the 10mm vs. The 9mm? I have the double stack TCM which also shoots 9mm with a barrel and spring change. Just wondering as I did own a double stack 45 ACP before and it was too chunky for me. Thanks

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Great question. The frame/Grip and Slide for the double stack TCM/9mm and 10mm are exactly the same. Well I don’t have the TCM but I have the 9mm and I swapped the 10mm slide over to the 9mm frame and it ran the same. You wouldn’t be able to find any visual differences. So if you have the TCM/9 already you can expect the 10 to feel the same in your hand

[@TZmayo]

Im looking at getting the 6 inch version

[@360TacticalSolutions]

I’d love to spot one of those

[@DDDYLN]

I have it. It's never been fired. If I can get my Tac Ultra Threaded HC 10mm to run properly, I'm going to sell the 10mm Pro Match Ultra. If you're interested in buying mine, let me know.

[@videoprojects8682]

I bought a sf scout light pro and I do have some buyer’s remorse. Nothing wrong with it other than the price and everything extra is also expensive. The main reason I bought it was for the 100,000 candela rating. That being said, what is candela like on y’all’s rifle light offering? Appreciate y’all!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Im going to be honest here…I think you may be mixed up on where you left this comment. I dont make or sell any products. Also this is a review for a 10mm 1911 so this weapon light comment is kind of out of nowhere lol

[@videoprojects8682]

@@360TacticalSolutions correct. Sorry about that. I was commenting on another video and I think KZbin auto played before I could finish typing. Apologies. I appreciate you too, though. Great video!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

@@videoprojects8682 haha I was still on my first cup of coffee. I read that 3 or 4 rules wondering if I had slipped into dementia status or what

[@dickeymoore3662]

Have you shot hollow points out of this gun if so how did it run?

[@360TacticalSolutions]

This one was a loaner and while I had it I didn’t have any hollow points unfortunately

[@organicmaterialsciencecorp6115]

Sir Dam good video. Great Presentation! I have gun and love it. It's a beast!!! I carry it everyday.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Thanks for the comment. I love the RIA guns. Best value you can find for a 1911

[@aarsenalfan]

They're not optics ready ?

[@360TacticalSolutions]

No. I’m not even sure they make one optics ready. C&H Precision will cut them for a red dot

[@AlexMendoza-v9i]

Got mine it’s God round 🇺🇸🦅🔱

[@360TacticalSolutions]

I wish more companies made 10mm double stacks

[@TMcD3]

Why do 1911’s need to run wet? How lubed does RI need to run smoothly? I have a Colt Series 70 that won’t run worth a damn.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Thats a good question. First, I wouldnt say the RIA needs to be dripping lol but it does need well lubed in order to run properly. The thing about all 1911’s being so thirsty is about their tight tolerances and friction. How much oil does the engine on a corvette need? Well the answer is enough to keep it from seizing up. Your average polymer pistol is built with very loose tolerances because it costs less, takes less time and makes a gun that someone can use and abuse with very little upkeep without it failing. The trade off is loose tolerances affect overall accuracy. Sure I can be accurate with my M&P or a Glock but nowhere near like you can with a 1911 or 2011. Now because of how tightly things fit together on those guns it takes very little dust or debris to create excess friction which will slow down and inhibit the entire mechanical operation of the gun. I wouldnt say that 1911’s need overly oiled but they are a somewhat complicated machine compared to a striker fired polymer pistol…they are more along the lines of a race gun and they do need to be clean and oiled to run at peak performance. Hope that explanation helps. For a lot of people the 1911 style isnt a good fit. I know at first it was frustrating for me with so many parts and pieces to keep clean and oiled and almost constant maintenance. When you get one that runs right though they are amazing.

[@bap757575]

@@360TacticalSolutions the

[@dannygreen5878]

You would have a lot better results using gun grease on the rails and other easy access areas then, use oil for the tight spots. I use Weapon Sheild gun grease and oil. It has proven to be superior over most products.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

@@dannygreen5878 I would only add to that there is an environmental factor. There is no one solution. Dry/hot climate needs a different solution than wet/cold or hot/humid but that’s an entire videos topic, not enough room in a comment section for that

[@MrDoakster]

Get some grease, there is an orange grease for guns that works very well. If it rolls oil it…… If it slides grease it.

[@tyrrellmastropaolojr7972]

I have the same one awesome gun

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Lol it stings every time I think about my buddy swooping in and buying this one out from under me. I have to laugh though. I do have a 4" single stack 10mm RIA sitting at my local gun store as we speak. Just waiting for the paperwork to clear so I can go pick it up and start breaking it in. That one could possibly be a new CCW

[@InfamousTub]

gonna be honest, the recoil on the 10mm makes it look unenjoyable to shoot lol, seems wild

[@360TacticalSolutions]

The 10mm is definitely a beast. It’s not a 9mm but also not a .357 either. I wouldn’t recommend it as a conceal carry round for sure but they are incredible hiking type guns. I do kind of feel that my 10mm M&P is more controllable even though it’s a plastic gun. I attribute that to the grip size and shape. I’m currently looking at a single stack 10mm 1911 and I think it’s going to actually handle better than the double stack because of it’s smaller grip size

[@tufftrucker40]

The recoil isn't that bad. I have the single stack version and the recoil is slightly harder than a 45 but it's really not bad at all especially after shooting a mag or two and you get use to it.

[@DDDYLN]

The recoil on this pistol, is less than my polymer frame 9mm carry pistol. It's so heavy, it feels like shooting a 22.

[@MikeHoncho-mm4re]

He said banana hands

[@360TacticalSolutions]

😂

[@DDDYLN]

Mine jams on almost every round. With 3 mags, I was only able to get around 6 rounds to feed without jamming. I'm not sure what the pronkem is.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

I would start with breaking it down and cleaning the hell out of it and then giving it a generous amount of oil when putting it back together. A lot of time when they are new they use a thicker oil and between being manufactured, imported, distributed and finally making it to you...a lot of crap builds up in the oil and it can cause issues. If all 3 mags are doing the same thing then clearly its not the mags. Try buying a box of higher velocity ammo and seeing if it performs the same. These guns, especially the 10mm take some breaking in. My uncles took 500 rounds or so before it broke in to the point it ran nice and smooth. Some people will change out springs and that can help but thats a can of worms I don't recommend for someone that isn't experienced.

[@DDDYLN]

@@360TacticalSolutions I sent a warranty request to RIA. I'll let you know what they say. I tested it over and over again this evening, looking at it up close. I'm not a gunsmith, but I am a mechanical engineer. It looks like the feed ramp has an issue, or the gun wasn't manufactured with the proper dimensions and/or tolerances. The slide is properly removing the round from the magazine, and the extractor appears to be in the right position. It just jams as soon as the front of the round runs into the barrel. It's possible it could be as simple as a replacement barrel.

[@DDDYLN]

@@360TacticalSolutions I'll keep you posted on what RIA says. BTW, apparently they took your magazine suggestion. I bought 2 RIA 10mm 1911 A2s around 2021. They now ship with the magazines you said they should have used.

[@DDDYLN]

@@360TacticalSolutions thanks for your help BTW. It's always nice when people, especially the KZbin video creator, tries to help people.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

@@DDDYLN glad to help and definitely keep me posted on what they say. Im super curious. I actually started this channel after reaching out to a couple channels with questions and finding they wouldnt respond or help out. I felt like they wanted to get the benefits from their viewers but didnt want to give back to the people who supported them. So here we are. I do my best to give back as much as I can

[@PadreMortalis]

That's a nice gun. But holy hell, it looked like it was gonna shoot itself out of your hands in the range clips!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Haha ya this was the first time I had fired a 10mm in quite a while. It took half the day worth of shooting before I felt like I was in the groove. I should have filmed the end of the day vs the beginning of the day but it is what it is. Life lesson

[@steven3379]

Hi, can this be converted to "GI" style guide rod.

[@DDDYLN]

I'm pretty sure it can't.

[@DDDYLN]

It would be nice if it could be converted. Taking the barrel out is finger pincher every time.

[@enduroed]

Banana hands? My hands are XL, I'm 6'3" and 280 lbs. There are men, and there are girly men with girly hands. Just bought a 10mm RIA Ultra FS HC and love, love, love it. It fit my hands perfectly, weight is fine and it sits on my hip very well, I will be concealed carrying this with two extra mags (49 rounds of 10mm, holy shyte Batman). I'm not insinuating you are a girly man just like you didn't insinuate I'm a Gorilla (?) although I am a banana fan. All in fun brother, liked the review. Semper Fi

[@360TacticalSolutions]

lol banana hands is a Shallow Hal reference. Still cracks me up to this day kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGGWfWOEqKugn68si=KuPXexVkdzbC4rJC As far as the RIA goes, it doesn’t get much better especially at that price point. My hats off to you for carrying it. It’s a monster but if your built for it then it will serve you well as a carry gun

[@enduroed]

@@360TacticalSolutions Never saw that, it's definitely funny. Tks

[@DDDYLN]

My hands are XXL, and this grip fits me perfectly. However, my palms are 11" in circumference. I can see this 2011 being difficult for people with smaller hands.

[@Luke-wy1fn]

I have a doublestack 10mm

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Great gun

[@sh4969]

If I was living in America I would buy 3 x Schofield revovler & a 3x BFR revolver and 3x Rock Island 10mm

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Where are you living now, just out of curiosity? Using any of those weapons you listed would put you at a major disadvantage in terms of home defense. I’m not sure if it’s that you hold issue with semi auto weapons or if there is another reason behind it but I wouldn’t recommend those to protect the house

[@joeanita8654]

Looking for punisher gtips for mine.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

BrowneWorks has you covered kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqPIqXR-q9SGr5o

[@ericks9127]

I have the rock island in 9mm and 45. Looking for the right 10mm

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Im looking at their single stack 10mm right now. Might have to order one after the holidays

[@ericks9127]

@@360TacticalSolutions got a decent deal for a Rock island 10mm . Should be here by Monday maybe Tuesday

[@360TacticalSolutions]

@@ericks9127 awesome. I really believe that RIA makes some of the best guns for the money on the market

[@kenb7068]

Double stack or bust!

[@MemphisMojo15s]

@@kenb7068 I just found a brand new RIA 10MM 16 rounder for $449. That's only $100 more than what I paid for my STK100

[@mixflipextra]

Sad no optic mount in 2022.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

That and I wish they would change the design so it’s more true to a 2011 style with the grip being modular and separate from the frame

[@manggonim9864]

Let me get one.

[@joeanita8654]

RIA isnt Gucci, but its not meant to be kept in a safe but used and abused.

[@jayramirez2463]

It’s a 10mm double capacity stacked magazine 😂. How slim could the grip really be.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Both S&W and Springfield make double stack 10mm guns that have grips considerably more slim than the RIA. My 10mm M&P for instance is hardly larger than my 9mm model….both come with 15 round mags. lol you are laughing but the frame of this RIA 10mm is the exact same frame as their 9mm. Think about that and read your comment a couple times very slowly. Their grips are considerably thicker than they need to be and it being a double stack 10mm has nothing to do with it 😂

[@jayramirez2463]

@@360TacticalSolutions I think you mistook my sarcastic humor as a fact. The reason I put that laughing face was because you would think since the frame are the same they would leave the thickness the same as well. Sorry I didn’t make the sarcasm more noticeable. 😁

[@360TacticalSolutions]

@@jayramirez2463 haha ok got it. You know how it goes, a lot gets lost in text. It’s crazy they wouldn’t slim out the grip at all. I mean I like shooting these RIA guns but the shit is excessive for sure

[@Wolfedog]

RIA has the worst customer service I have ever seen and I have the emails to prove it. I would not buy one just because of that fact!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

So why would you be watching RIA content 🤔

[@Wolfedog]

@@360TacticalSolutions the guns are good the company is shit. But don’t worry I won’t watch your content if you want to be upset but a benign comment.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

@@Wolfedog you took that as upset? Seems like my comment was simple and benign. If you don't like the company and clearly have issue with them...its weird to sit back and watch content about their products. LOL upset though...im far from it. Honestly I could care less. But if you are as easily triggered as you obviously are then you are probably better off watching a different channel 👍

[@Wolfedog]

@@360TacticalSolutions it wasn’t you being nice because you would have liked my comment. I guess that means you’re dishonest too.

[@360TacticalSolutions]

@@Wolfedog “being nice” doesnt mean I have to like peoples comments. There’s no requirement in the social contract that says I have to like every comment thats left on my channel. You saying that somehow makes me dishonest is so far beyond ridiculous. I think you have used up your 15min of fame on my channel.

[@Gimmithat491]

Kimbers are trash bad comparison. Ria makes way better stuff

[@shinyprimer3459]

Got mine for $749. It's a tank!

[@360TacticalSolutions]

Thats a steal. Love these guns