I'd advise against a used gun as a first 1911. It is worth the peace of mind to not have to worry about what a previous owner had done to it.
While only Colt makes a Commander, the term is generally accepted to generically refer to the size of the gun...which would be a 4.25" 1911...so Springfield Armory does not make a Commander sized 1911; neither does Kimber.
With your stated price line, I'd also recommend something from the Philippines. My two favorite Filipino 1911s are the Rock Island Armory Tactical and the STI Spartan
While only Colt makes a Commander, the term is generally accepted to generically refer to the size of the gun...which would be a 4.25" 1911...so Springfield Armory does not make a Commander sized 1911; neither does Kimber.
With your stated price line, I'd also recommend something from the Philippines. My two favorite Filipino 1911s are the Rock Island Armory Tactical and the STI Spartan