I graduate with my MBA this coming May (hopefully), and I want to start saving for a graduation gift to myself, a 1911! I was hoping for some input, given the parameters that I have.
Full size
.45 ACP
Steel frame and slide
Ambi safety (I'm a lefty)
Fixed night sights
Match grade barrel and bushing
Match grade aluminum trigger
Length of guide rod really doesn't matter
Don't care if it has a rail or not
I am not a big fan of the shiny satin finish, but am open to the idea
I'd like to cap the price around $1500, have a little wiggle room though
I did a little research, and the following models (this is nowhere near a complete list) seem to meet these requirements:
Kimber Warrior
Kimber Tactical Entry II
Springfield TRP
Springfield MC Operator
Colt Rail Gun
I really don't plan to carry it all that much, if at all. I plan for it to be more of a nightstand/range gun.
What are your opinions of the models listed? Also, feel free to suggest and give input on any other models not listed that meet (or come close to) the criteria.
Thanks!
Full size
.45 ACP
Steel frame and slide
Ambi safety (I'm a lefty)
Fixed night sights
Match grade barrel and bushing
Match grade aluminum trigger
Length of guide rod really doesn't matter
Don't care if it has a rail or not
I am not a big fan of the shiny satin finish, but am open to the idea
I'd like to cap the price around $1500, have a little wiggle room though
I did a little research, and the following models (this is nowhere near a complete list) seem to meet these requirements:
Kimber Warrior
Kimber Tactical Entry II
Springfield TRP
Springfield MC Operator
Colt Rail Gun
I really don't plan to carry it all that much, if at all. I plan for it to be more of a nightstand/range gun.
What are your opinions of the models listed? Also, feel free to suggest and give input on any other models not listed that meet (or come close to) the criteria.
Thanks!
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