Well, I wiped out the bank account and the little wife ain't real happy, but I wanted to do a side-by-side comparison of a Wilson and a Les Baer. Only real way to do that is to buy one of each. Based on what I could afford at the moment I picked a used Wilson Protector and a used Les Baer Thunder Ranch Special. Here's a pic of the guns:
Haven't shot either one yet, but hope to get a chance this weekend. I must confess the Baer has impressed me the most so far. In the hand the Wilson feels like many other 1911s I've owned, but the TRS has a distinctive feel. Possibly a combination of the very slim grips and overall balance of the weapon. The legendary Baer tighteness is also apparent and contributes to the impression.
For the time being I'm a happy fellow, two new toys! Probably have to sell one of them eventually, though.
Haven't shot either one yet, but hope to get a chance this weekend. I must confess the Baer has impressed me the most so far. In the hand the Wilson feels like many other 1911s I've owned, but the TRS has a distinctive feel. Possibly a combination of the very slim grips and overall balance of the weapon. The legendary Baer tighteness is also apparent and contributes to the impression.
For the time being I'm a happy fellow, two new toys! Probably have to sell one of them eventually, though.