Howdy. So, I have quite a few guns right now, with all the bases covered-- so to speak. That means I'll (try) to hold off buying anything new for awhile, there are no really "need to buys".
Most of my guns are relatively inexpensive, to reflect my college student budget. They're all quality, though. Actually brand name, too. Smith and Wesson, Beretta, Ruger, NAA, etc. Anyway, I plan on saving up for a couple years for my next gun. This is purely just for fun, for looks, for range, for show...etc. However, I still want it to have the ability to be a workhorse and reliable.
-I want a 1911- I've always, always loved the look and feel of this model. I love the thinness and nothing fits in my hand like one. So, I want this model.
- I want it in shiny stainless- not the duller steel type slide, but ...chrome-like, you know? Or really deep shiny nickel, I saw a picture of a guy's springfield, and the finish was great.
- Here's a big stipulation: I Don't Want MIM parts!! I want this thing solid, durable, close to the legendary durability of the GI originals. Guess that rules out Kimber/Springfield, etc.
-I know it may be tacky- but like I said, that is kind of the point here. I want those Punisher long-faced skull grips. Where can I find those? Anybody got a link?
- Chambered in .45. This might be a given, but I know the 1911 platform is in a variety of calibers these days.
So, I am not partial to any one brand. Price is not really an issue, I am going to save up for as long as necessary for this gun. It has to be really shiny stainless. The internals need to be the high quality of old. And I want those grips.
What model/brand am I looking for, and at what price??
Most of my guns are relatively inexpensive, to reflect my college student budget. They're all quality, though. Actually brand name, too. Smith and Wesson, Beretta, Ruger, NAA, etc. Anyway, I plan on saving up for a couple years for my next gun. This is purely just for fun, for looks, for range, for show...etc. However, I still want it to have the ability to be a workhorse and reliable.
-I want a 1911- I've always, always loved the look and feel of this model. I love the thinness and nothing fits in my hand like one. So, I want this model.
- I want it in shiny stainless- not the duller steel type slide, but ...chrome-like, you know? Or really deep shiny nickel, I saw a picture of a guy's springfield, and the finish was great.
- Here's a big stipulation: I Don't Want MIM parts!! I want this thing solid, durable, close to the legendary durability of the GI originals. Guess that rules out Kimber/Springfield, etc.
-I know it may be tacky- but like I said, that is kind of the point here. I want those Punisher long-faced skull grips. Where can I find those? Anybody got a link?
- Chambered in .45. This might be a given, but I know the 1911 platform is in a variety of calibers these days.
So, I am not partial to any one brand. Price is not really an issue, I am going to save up for as long as necessary for this gun. It has to be really shiny stainless. The internals need to be the high quality of old. And I want those grips.
What model/brand am I looking for, and at what price??