Need a new 1911...

[Ak44]

After waiting 14months for my SA Pro, I put in another order for another Pro but with a rail. Now I got to thinking why not start collecting high end 1911s? So basically I would like some input on which 1911's you guys prefer. My requirements are rail, standard bushing, and Gov't size. I would prefer something that is on par with my PRO and no more than $3500.00 I've listed a few in the Poll and if you got another I should have please add in your post. Keep in mind this gun will be mainly for Duty, Carry, SD/HD, and range training/fun.

[13F3OL7]

I only have experience with NHC, so that's where my vote would go. I wouldn't mind a Wilson one of these days, but I need to find a way to sneak it past the wife.

[David Thomas]

why not pick out a pistolsmith and have a gun built to be what you want rather than just buying a package gun that is on the same level or not as good as the package gun you have and the other one on the way...

There are several pistolsmiths that have reasonable waiting lists and turn out some impressive looking work.

Nevertheless, if I were going to buy a semi-custom (package) 1911 from one of those listed in the poll it be a Wilson, without any hesitation.

[Ak44]

I'm gradually working my way up, right now I'd just like a package gun.

[theJanitor]

two pro's and you still want a package gun? there still are some very nice used customs floating around well under the $3500 mark. the mark morris colt (i've been dreaming of one for 10 years) comes to mind.

$3500
http://www.louderthanwords.us/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=8109
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v137/Stokes@AR15.com/Custom%201911s/Morris%20TC/MMTC7.jpg

$2800 unfired yost colt
http://www.louderthanwords.us/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=8128
http://www.pt-partners.com/general/images/Yost-WW-II-02.JPG

$3000 Garthwaite
http://www.louderthanwords.us/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=8001
http://www.louderthanwords.us/forum/download/file.php?id=114&mode=view

[Business_Casual]

Why not take LAV's pistolsmithing class? It is around the same price and you'd learn more than a lifetime of surfing forums and "collecting" 1911s.

M_P

[MarshallDodge]

Why not take LAV's pistolsmithing class? It is around the same price and you'd learn more than a lifetime of surfing forums and "collecting" 1911s.
M_P
That is a good point. Once you get to know the inner workings then you will be a lot wiser about your purchases.

[Ak44]

Taking a pistol smith course would be ideal you are correct, but unfortunately his courses are no where close to me for the 2010 schedule. The cost of the course, materials, flight, food, and hotel is a little too much.

[Fly'nBuff]

Keep in mind this gun will be mainly for Duty, Carry, SD/HD, and range training/fun.

As opposed to what exactly?

In all seriousness though, I'd turn the SA Pro into my duty, carry, SD/HD, and range training/fun gun and spend the rest on shooting the son of a bitch. However, of your listed choices, I vote Wilson.

[Ak44]

As opposed to what exactly?

In all seriousness though, I'd turn the SA Pro into my duty, carry, SD/HD, and range training/fun gun and spend the rest on shooting the son of a bitch. However, of your listed choices, I vote Wilson.

Well I'm sure there are some 1911 aficionados out there who collect high end guns and never really shoot or abuse them. Or people out there who are on budget and just want a weekend plinker. I just wanted to clarify so people didn't suggest guns that weren't really in the spectrum of what I need it/want it for. Thank you for your input! I currently have about 1800rds through my Springfield and haven't cleaned it since the initial cleaning. I need to clean that thing...lol

[Pappabear]

I have a Brown and Nighthawk, and the lesser SA : TRP and Operator. I looked for a TRP Pro with a rail but never ran across one. That Operator with rail is an awesome gun for the money. I feel like my Brown Bobtail and NHC Talon are on par with each other. But I give the slight edge to my Brown. However, I feel like it could go the other way with each individual gun. Both are awesome.

I would go with the SA Pro. I just like their super tight rails and tuffness. The finish on my NHC is already fading and I got it after my TRP. The trigger on my brown is the best of the bunch, by only hair. The Safety on my NHC is a little sticky. My Operator is not broken in, but that trigger is far worse, but its a $1,200 gun vs. the TRP-$1,400 vs NHC/Brown $$.

The best buy on the market is the non railed TRP. It truly is damn near custom at half the price. The Railed version is the bull barrel beast and I did not want it.

Dont own a Wilson, but woud if I could:D

[tinman44]

edit: noticed a detail word i missed (high end) sorry about clogging up your thread, i'd love a high end 1911. that said i wouldnt be able to choose between that nighthawk and wilson combat, i suggest one of each.
http://photos.imageevent.com/smglee/ss10/huge/P1040185.jpg
I know it wasnt an option but my next pistol will be the Colt Rail Gun in the new black finish (when they release them). I plan to add a threaded barrel, crimson lazer grips, AAC Ti-RANT 45 or Evolution 45, and a surefire rail mount LED. As far as the can goes, i like the evolution for the length but the ti-rant looks good for its reduction, basically i'm on the fence here, the rest is pretty much decided on.