Like many of you, I have a soft spot for the 1911. It's the iconic military pistol I grew up seeing as a kid, and was the first pistol I was issued on Active Duty. I have had a couple guns built for me in the past that, sadly, I no longer have. The bug has kinda bitten me of late and I have been looking at the different parts currently available. While doing this I came to the realization that outside of a few makers, I no longer know who the quality players are now. So, if one of you were to build a frame up gun, comprised of parts from different makers, what frame would you use and why? I would also be interested in your thoughts on the variety of small part manufacturers that are out there.