SCG's are rare. Did you order yours from the custom shop or happen upon it?
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SCG's are rare. Did you order yours from the custom shop or happen upon it?
As I am a diehard Colt man, this pains me to say, but I agree with AC on this one. Maybe there are superlative examples of the special combats around, but the ones that i've handled were not extremely special.
In respect to the OP's question, I have little to offer in the way of a semi-custom suggestion for his friend. I own ONE semi custom, a Les Baer commander. I bought it because it was part of a consecutive serial numbered pair. My younger brother has the other. ALL of my other 1911's are full-house jobs.
AC's early post was spot on, regarding high end, semi-custom 1911's and the wilson's will not disappoint. For me, at that kind of scratch, I would find a used S70 colt, and send it off to a smith for a basic reliability package, dovetail front sight, harrison retro rear sight, and a dehorn/refinish. the bill will come out much less than $2k, and will be a special pistol
"you give peace a chance, I'll stay here and cover you, in case it doesn't work out"
Thats the plan, but if the custom shop I order it from is 20 weeks out i need to order it now.
I’m still leaning towards the Nighthawk enforcer. Buying from Nighthawk, being the “smaller” company, appeals to the small business owner in me. Also, from what I’ve read Wilson and Nighthawk build some of the best pistols around, and either one we choose, he is getting a great 1911.
I have a handful of Nighthawks, including an Enforcer (no rail). I'm very happy with my purchases from them, and it has made me a repeat customer. Since you seem to be leaning towards the Enforcer for your friend, I say go for it. It is a quality gun made by a well respected company. Now you just need to decide on what features/options you want on the gun.
In the end, whatever company you do end up choosing, I'm sure you will get a quality piece that your friend will cherish.
ETA: I too have a SCG Carry like wetidlerjr. It's an exceptional Colt 1911 crafted from their custom shop, but I would not necessarily compare it to a semi-custom pistol. They are also extremely rare.
Last edited by Timbonez; 05-26-11 at 18:57. Reason: added the Colt bit
Do you guys think the 3-3.5 # trigger pull on a CQB is light for a defensive gun? Seems most of the others I've looked at are more like 4-4.5.
I called Wilson and built out a CQB today, but haven't actually ordered the gun yet (have to call the local dealer and give them the quote # and have them order it for me). All black CQB with front tritium sight, bullet proof components, speed mag well, G10 grips ... deleted front cocking serrations and 3-hole trigger.
FWIW not trying to hijack the thread ... just seems the OP and I are looking at similar guns in a similar price range and thought it made more sense to add to this discussion vs. start another "which 1911 should I get?" thread.
No votes for a SA Pro?
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