High end 1911s vs Customs

[9mmContagion]

[Unforgiven]

The pleasure you get from building your gun, is greater than you would get buying a gun. For me, a high end Wilson gives me great pleasure to shoot. I do not have the time or skill to build the gun I can buy.

[84yoda]

Seems like a lot of people are doing this now (buying a cheaper 1911 and sending it out for customizing). Other people just have the money and want that brand name.

[ap3572001]

It depends. When I wanted guns for EIC/ CMP bullseye matches , all I cared for was good 4 LB trigger and 2 inches or less at 50 yards. For carry it was ALL about reliability. Depends what You want. I owned and own both. I carry over 25 years now. For anyone who ACTUALLY carries a pistol all the time , reliability with their carry ammo is always number one consideration. If I was getting another full size 1911 in .45 ACP for carry today , I would just get a Wilson CQB or SA PRO and be done with it. For Bullseye , I would ONLY go custom.

[johnk518]

Seems like a lot of people are doing this now (buying a cheaper 1911 and sending it out for customizing). Other people just have the money and want that brand name.

[trigger945]

[hambam105]

No way on these over-priced 1911s. That commercial dream ended decades ago. Save your money. Attend half dozen big pistol matches and see what works and what doesn't.

Hold onto your money. Patience will save you money and ultimately get the 1911 you want in due time.

[Beagle]

[hambam105]

At least with a SA, you know the frame & slide are quality steal made by IMBEL. I wouldn't be surprised if the others were of Chinese or Philippine origin & QC.

Forty plus years ago, SA set the standard for commercial grade 1911s after Colt became disinterested with competing on price.

[9mmContagion]

It depends. When I wanted guns for EIC/ CMP bullseye matches , all I cared for was good 4 LB trigger and 2 inches or less at 50 yards. For carry it was ALL about reliability. Depends what You want. I owned and own both. I carry over 25 years now. For anyone who ACTUALLY carries a pistol all the time , reliability with their carry ammo is always number one consideration. If I was getting another full size 1911 in .45 ACP for carry today , I would just get a Wilson CQB or SA PRO and be done with it. For Bullseye , I would ONLY go custom.

[XDJYo]

[deadcoyote]

[RP1911]

High end is my preference if you can afford it. I have several high end and a few customs.

[dummykid]

I only shoot 9mm, so custom build is my only option if I don't buy off-rosters.

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