Alright, I need some opinions to help make up my mind. I want a Springer Champion in stainless with all the goodies on it. I work for the city and can get firearms and parts at a reduced price through my local PD. I don't have the cash on hand to buy a loaded model right now, but can maybe swing a GI. So, do I save up for a loaded model, or buy a GI pretty quick, and buy parts as the money becomes available? One of the local detectives has the fixture to cut the frame for a beavertail, and the rest should be no problem. My only concern would be replacing the sights on the GI. That will require a gunsmith's touch to swap to Novaks or something similar, correct? Thanks in advance for the help.