Best 1911 ?

[nwills]

So it seems like the next in line for me is a 1911. I currently have a Glock 17 and a GSG1911 but I'd like to go for a real 1911 in .45.

What are your recommendations? Colt, S&W, Kimber, Springfield, Sig....?

Money is no object....(within reason)

I was thinking Colt....

 

[Ftaview]

Springfield TRP

 

[survivalofthefittest]

trp x2... 1911's can go anywhere from $350 to $10,000. So start out with a price point. Nighthawk, Wilson combat are probably two of the top semi-production 1911's in my opinion. Les baer, Ed Brown are top o' the line as well

 

[nwills]

I was thinking in the $1000 and change price point...$1500?

I'm still learning but in given time I'd like to get my black badge and go for IPSC so I was looking for something that would be well suited for that.

Would the TRP fit that description?

 

[South]

"Best 1911" search results:
http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/search.php?searchid=12922733

Only titles searched.

 

[tigrr]

I am quite happy with my 2 STI's. One is a 6" TargetMaster 45acp and the other is a 5" Trojan 45acp. 20,000 rounds between them and no issues yet.

 

[TacticalDan]

dAN wESSON MAKES A FINE 1911 .

 

[bigmagnus]

in the moderate price range ...,

STI Spartan from Armco.


if price is not as issue, just wait for the replies..

 

[NavyCuda]

Sig Sauer!

 

[lil_juiced_coupe]

dlask?

 

[tjhaile]

The best Springfield 1911 would be the Professional, as built by their custom shop for the FBI. Wolverine list them for $3,755 and delivery is long, though.

Of the mainstream mass-produced guns, Colt would be my first choice and Springfield second. Dan Wesson are another nice choice that sort of bridges the gap between them and semi-custom guns like Wilson, Ed Brown, etc.

Dlask's base 1911 starts at $1250 and is definitely worth looking at if you want to go the custom route.

 

[Trigun]

If money is no object, take a look of those Ed Brown.

Trigun

 

[pizdets17]

To me its like "hey what's the best car?" Gotta have at least some idea of what you want for features, capacity, barrel length, finish etc...

 

[johnny88]

Colt Gold Cup is my favourite, and getting harder to find.

 

[twoshots]

After buying my nighthawk GRP I could sell all my other pistols without regret. It is very well made!

 

[gnmontey]

After buying my nighthawk GRP I could sell all my other pistols without regret. It is very well made!

Revolvers to

 

[Rivalen]

Define best.

If money is no object, go all out and get an Ed brown, Les Baer, Wilson or Nighthawk.

Check out: h ttp://www.1911bdw.com/

Imo, i'd look at the Dan Wesson Valor. Arm east and Kodiak outpost have (or had) some recently.

Edit: http://www.armseast.com/store/dan_wesson/valor_45acp_ss_ns/

 

[john simmons]

Factory built? STI.
Custom? Well that's a different thread! LOL.

 

[sewktbk]

factory built :
Taurus PT1911. great sturdy gun, hand fitted, fun, good looks, very good price (1000$ tax in), lifetime warranty. "Custom" features straight out the box. i don't think you can beat that, honestly.

 

[stubblejumper]

I like my Wilson Combat Classic Stainless.It never fails to cycle loads,and it shoots better than I can.