Llama handgun Questions

JackB03 · March 22, 2006, 01:12 PM

Hi everyone,
Im new at this site and pretty much handguns. Im 21 years old. My dad is big time hunter in Texas and I go every once in awhile. But Im really starting to fall for guns. Im looking for a handgun like the Colt .45. Ive noticed some of Llama handguns are like a replica of the colt. Is the Llama guns any good? Any information would be helpful.

Also, anyone from Tx do any training and tactics? I paintball alot so I was wondering if anyone trains somewhere near Dallas???

This site has already been very informative. Thanks to everyone.

_Jack Bonner

18DAI · March 22, 2006, 01:18 PM

I had a Llama IXC 45. Got it in 86 and just traded it recently. It was a nice gun. It would eat hardball all day, but was a jamamatic with JHP's. Magazines are scarce for it ,and I had to carry it in a Yaqui slide. Couldn't find leather to fit that squared slide. I only paid $175 years ago ,so I got my money out of it. I'd say if your on a budget and want a 45 range gun ,go for it.Regards 18DAI.

Magyar · March 22, 2006, 01:52 PM

The Llama's in the .45 configuration are not complete clones of the 1911A1. The grips, barrel, slide, mag's, plunger tube, etc, are not compatible. If you find a nice .45 for under $250, go for it...I paid less than that for this specimen (was mint-like) and unlike some .45's, will digest JHP's as well as hardball. Lot of negative misinformation about these Spanish pistols, maybe some of it deserved, but like other mfgr's: some do not live-up to expectations. For the $'s, it's worth a shot....Good hunting....

BTW, this is the IXA, circa 1977....

Toney · March 22, 2006, 02:46 PM

Mine has been very good, Got it for $250 new at a show in tulsa. But they do not make them any more, parts migh be hard to find.

michael t · March 24, 2006, 12:18 AM

Llama is history Go get a Rock Island their 1911 compatiable and are a lot better tha Llamas was. about 350 for a 5" gov.

March 22, 2006, 01:12 PM	#1
JackB03 Junior Member Join Date: March 22, 2006 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 7	Llama handgun Questions Hi everyone, Im new at this site and pretty much handguns. Im 21 years old. My dad is big time hunter in Texas and I go every once in awhile. But Im really starting to fall for guns. Im looking for a handgun like the Colt .45. Ive noticed some of Llama handguns are like a replica of the colt. Is the Llama guns any good? Any information would be helpful. Also, anyone from Tx do any training and tactics? I paintball alot so I was wondering if anyone trains somewhere near Dallas??? This site has already been very informative. Thanks to everyone. _Jack Bonner

March 22, 2006, 01:52 PM	#3
Magyar Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 2005 Location: New Mexico Posts: 1,365	The Llama's in the .45 configuration are not complete clones of the 1911A1. The grips, barrel, slide, mag's, plunger tube, etc, are not compatible. If you find a nice .45 for under $250, go for it...I paid less than that for this specimen (was mint-like) and unlike some .45's, will digest JHP's as well as hardball. Lot of negative misinformation about these Spanish pistols, maybe some of it deserved, but like other mfgr's: some do not live-up to expectations. For the $'s, it's worth a shot....Good hunting.... BTW, this is the IXA, circa 1977.... __________________ "cold, brutal, deadly...." stark reality of the .45

March 22, 2006, 02:46 PM	#4
Toney Senior Member Join Date: August 17, 2005 Location: Drumright Oklahoma Posts: 411	Mine has been very good, Got it for $250 new at a show in tulsa. But they do not make them any more, parts migh be hard to find. __________________ http://reloaders.gunloads.com/ I own. Muzzel loaders. 36cal. 1858 New Army 50cal. CVA Bobcat Staghorn 54cal. Traditions Poineer Rifles 22 M511 Rem. 243 700 rem ADL 270 700 rem ADL 7.5swiss K31 7.5french Mas 36 7.7jap T99 303 No.1 MkIII No.4 MkI 7.62-39 yogo sks 7.62-54R M38 M44s 91-30 8-57 03-38turk M48 M98-22 M98-48 8-56 M95 styer 12ga H&R Topper, Charles Daly auto Pistols 22 H&R 922 9mm Star BM, Kel-Tec P11 40S&W 24/7 pro 45acp Llama max1

March 24, 2006, 12:18 AM	#5
michael t Registered User Join Date: May 17, 2004 Location: Out back Ky Posts: 2,271	Llama is history Go get a Rock Island their 1911 compatiable and are a lot better tha Llamas was. about 350 for a 5" gov. __________________ 1995 Colt Combat Commander,Colt Defender ,Colt Mustang ,Dan Wesson CBOB,American Classic PPK/S Bersa Thunder 380 You must learn to be......slow in a Hurry Wyatt Earp 1849 1929

March 22, 2006, 01:18 PM	#2
18DAI Senior Member Join Date: September 30, 2005 Location: NC Posts: 1,670	I had a Llama IXC 45. Got it in 86 and just traded it recently. It was a nice gun. It would eat hardball all day, but was a jamamatic with JHP's. Magazines are scarce for it ,and I had to carry it in a Yaqui slide. Couldn't find leather to fit that squared slide. I only paid $175 years ago ,so I got my money out of it. I'd say if your on a budget and want a 45 range gun ,go for it.Regards 18DAI.