Well, the 1911 bug has finally bit me. I've already got a good, accurate .45 ACP pistol, but it's polymer (I know this sends some of you running and screaming out of here). I'm not looking for one as a primary carry weapon, however, I will probably OC it when I feel so inclined.
So, that being said, what are the "must have" features for the 1911s? I know that I want a 5" barrel, and full sized frame. No rails. I'm pretty sure I want the stainless finish, and that I prefer the look without the front serrations. I'd like to keep it inexpensive, as I have a very hard time justifying more than $800 for a gun. It has to be accurate and reliable, which I don't think is too much to ask. I don't believe in safe queens, but I do want something that looks good. I like the Springfield Mil-Spec, mainly because I like their customer service and lifetime warranty. So, does anyone else have any suggestions of what I should be looking for, or what gun I should be looking at? Thanks for the help.
So, that being said, what are the "must have" features for the 1911s? I know that I want a 5" barrel, and full sized frame. No rails. I'm pretty sure I want the stainless finish, and that I prefer the look without the front serrations. I'd like to keep it inexpensive, as I have a very hard time justifying more than $800 for a gun. It has to be accurate and reliable, which I don't think is too much to ask. I don't believe in safe queens, but I do want something that looks good. I like the Springfield Mil-Spec, mainly because I like their customer service and lifetime warranty. So, does anyone else have any suggestions of what I should be looking for, or what gun I should be looking at? Thanks for the help.