Hello Folk's-
A'bout all I can add is the fact that there are many quality 1911's out there
made by various manufactuer's. I sell firearms for a living, and I have learned
that everyone's budget is not the same; thus the 1911 that fills a niche for
customer A, may not fill the same niche for customer B and vice versa. One
fact remains certain; high end 1911's are expensive, so expect too have to
pay for all the features found on these weapons.
Just for the sake of comparison, lets compare a Kimber Warrior and a
Springfield Armory Trophy Match. Both, are top notch firearms selling
for over $1K. The Warrior's finish is a blued "Kim Pro", while the Trophy
Match is all stainless. Rear sights are adjustable on the Springfield gun,
while the Warrior has factory Meprolight night sights. Both, are 5" barrel
weapons. Lock up is tight and acceptable on both firearms; and both
have safety systems (politically correct, so too speak). Grips on the
Springfield are Cocobolo wood, with Springfields crossed cannon logo;
while the Kimber Warrior has plastic or polymer off white grips. Both,
are capable of out-standing accuracy in experienced shooter's hands.
Finally, which one do customers prefer? It boils down to which one of
the manufactuers do you trust? I think it comes down to customer
service. Here, is where Springfield shines. If ever a problem arises,
a quick phone call to Debbie in Springfields customer service will
get the problem resolved; but people have reported the same
results with Dennis at Kimber.
I can't answer which weapon is "best"; as this is very subjective.
Personally, I like both firearms; but still both would have to prove
to be 100% reliable as a CCW piece, before I would carry either.
I always thought the Hieinies that Taurus is using on their 1911 looked bad, they are not actually the sights Richard Hienie uses on 1911's. But the way they did the frame for the rail is horrendous.
