New Factory Direct SAM pricing

Held out as long as I could, but couldn't resist any longer. Enhanced commander/ 9 mm. My first centrefire pistol was a SAM commander 9mm stainless which, like a moron, I sold. Won't make that mistake again.
 
Any chance of getting a X-Generation Hi-Cap Alpha X ?

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Got the SS Thunderbolt, this is my 3rd SAM from Wolverine and the tightest one yet. Great fit, it's going to be a fun shooter.
 
Smcx said:
Any idea of what the difference is between the stainless and the "new finish V2" models?
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V2 is a much nicer polish and more along the likes of a Springfield or high end 1911 polish, whilst the older ones were more duller and nowhere near as nice.

A Thunderbolt SS in V2 is quite possibly the nicest gun SAM has ever made. Fit and finish is comparable to guns a ton more pricier.
 
In answer to several questions:

SAM stopped the "Matt" stainless finish due to QC issues, this was unfortunate as I preferred that finish. Later deliveries were all a polished finish and I would be very hesitant to re-order the matt finish due to their inconsistency.

We will be making up a new order in the New Year, delivery has always taken SAM a few months. We have a good inventory of some models and sold out of others. As always no deposit is required with your order. We will not accept deposits until we have a guaranteed delivery and price confirmation after which a deposit will secure you a gun. Prices in 2015 could well change due to the dollar exchange rate which makes our "in stock" models a great deal.
 
Smcx said:
Any idea of what the difference is between the stainless and the "new finish V2" models?
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Flats are polished on V2, other surfaces are just blasted, where V1 was all blasted.
Depending on personal preference really, I like the blasted look, doesn't show finger prints, won't show scratches as easy, easier to touch up if it does get banged up.
The S&A type magwell is a nice touch on these as well. The front strap checkering is SHARP....very grippy.
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V2
 
I would be all over the Blasted S/S Thunderbolt if it didn't have that aggressive checkering in front and behind. I shot a 1911 with that style and it tore up my hand uncomfortably.
 
Avalonthas said:
I would be all over the Blasted S/S Thunderbolt if it didn't have that aggressive checkering in front and behind. I shot a 1911 with that style and it tore up my hand uncomfortably.
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I'm with you on that. I've got an STI with their "STIppling" or whatever they call it. Feels weird on the front strap and is useless on the MSH. I do like a serrated MSH to keep the gun from shifting in my palm. I'm sure the front strap texturing has a purpose for some, but for me it's kind of distracting.

I'm up for the polished look. I saw the blasted one in person and didn't like it at all. Reminded me of rough cast metal. Brushed is more my thing, like my SR1911.

But I like shiny stuff anyway, so that's my bias. It's nice to see choice.

Now if Wolverine would think about bringing in some of the two-tones as shown on the Shooters Arms site.... But how many 1911's does this boy need?
 
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