Without stirring up the Holy War that seems to be brewing on this point, USFA builds a very nice series of guns that often go outside of the current Colt product line. I was shooting one of their new Shooting Masters this morning, 7.5" bbl, adjustable sights, a pleasure to shoot. I also have some of tier other guns, and prefer them to the current Colts. Just a preference, and YMMV. Dave