So, 1911 choice

[mark5pt56]

Plan on a 1911, price range, the Springfield's seem like a good choice. Target and general shooting for fun originally looking at the RO Target Elite, .45 but may consider the TRP Operator, .45

Mainly looking at accuracy, reliability would be a "given" CMC Power Mags would be used. (previous experience with the lightweight SA Commander years ago).
I would have the weight advantage with the TRP, a couple other features such as the Magwell and checkered FS.


Mark

https://www.springfield-armory.com/p...p/#PC9105LCA18


https://www.springfield-armory.com/p...-target-45acp/

[TheChunkNorris]

I had a TRP for a while, great pistol and ran well with everything I put through it and it ran with Power Mags. I’ve since moved back to a Colt rail model which has been 100% as well.

[mark5pt56]

How was the accuracy? like benched 25 yards?

[Det-Sog]

I had that TRP for a few months. I never benched it, but it was a tack driver. I only got rid of it because a to good to be true deal showed up on a Wilson Supergrade, so I traded it away.

The RO Elites are supposed to be awesome... But had I do to all over... IF I buy another SA it will be the Custom Shop FBI version.

[TheChunkNorris]

How was the accuracy? like benched 25 yards?

Eeehhhh I’m an ok shot. Really shoot no more than 15yrds and never on a bench but it grouped well so I know the pistol definitely out shoots me.

[mark5pt56]

Sounds good. I think after reading some, the TRP Operator would be a good choice. I will look at the FBI model though. --2nd thought-no-yikes!

On a side note, what has changed with the Kimbers? Heard they sold and quality is iffy?

[diving dave]

I’ve owned 3 Kimbers, had issues with all of them. My only 1911 now is a Nighthawk Custom. Price was ridiculous, but over 10k rounds with zero malfunctions.... only have replaced springs in magazines and recoil spring.

[Jermedic]

The TRP Operator is a solid choice and mine never gave me any problems. The extra weight of the rail and light I put on it made it a super soft shooter. It was more accurate than I am and my wife loved shooting it as well.

[gaijin]

In the TRP Operator price range I'd take a look at D.W.

A contender, at the least, for "most gun for the money".

[maximus83]

In the TRP Operator price range I'd take a look at D.W.

A contender, at the least, for "most gun for the money".

^This. Springer is a fine choice, reliable and good gun for the money, and usually GREAT customer service in my experience. You won't go wrong with a TRP. But DW is outstanding, would be my top pick 1911 in the $1000 - $2000 price range.

ETA, you mentioned mags. The ones I've had best luck with in multiple 1911 platforms: Metalform (faves), Tripp, Wilson, CMC.