$2500 1911's?

[someR1]

Is a toyota more reliable than a BMW?

Yes.

but can a toyota outperform a BMW?

No.


I won't say that a regular, stock on can outperform a high-end 1911. The experience is jvery different, or else I will not pay that kind of money just to get one.

That's a pretty terrible analogy. It will be very hard to prove a Toyota is more reliable than a BMW. Also, a Toyota can outperform a BMW on MPG, does that count ?

[porky]

$800 Kimber
Accuracy and reliability work-

$100ish for great sights + $150 for top end installation and rebluing

$150 for a top end match grade barrel and bushing-maybe more +$150 for
labor-
Trigger$50-100 and trigger job$75

Beveled magwell, custom checkering, grips, extended safety,beavertail,slide stop etc.$300-500

These a Jim Hoag prices-

So for 2k you can have a fullhouse custom 1911 that runs better than any other retail 2k piece-

The weapon that seems to be the best for what you pay for is a Dan Wesson-Custom features at a decent price-$1500-2000

In my opinion all other factory custom guns are overpriced for the amount of customization done -

[mif_slim]

Is a toyota more reliable than a BMW?

Yes.

but can a toyota outperform a BMW?

No.


I won't say that a regular, stock on can outperform a high-end 1911. The experience is jvery different, or else I will not pay that kind of money just to get one.

Obviously you havent seen the Toyota corolla 1986 I've raced in and beat my own BMW!

[TMC]

Left - Springfiled GI $450 +/- not pretty but it shot every type of ammo I had, reloads both light and heavy with semi-wad cutter and round nose bullets and 2 types of factory ammo I had lying around. I few minutes with the sear fixture and the trigger is pretty good. Accurate enough with those tiny bumps on the top they call sights.

Right - SV Infinity $2,500+, best of everyting, dead nuts reliable and accurate. Sure it looks used but its not that bad considering it's 11 years old, has 7 years of competition on it and countless rounds through it.

Both are good guns, but for the factor you have to go with the Infinity

[whipkiller]

You can find some good 1911's under $1K. At least take a look at the Springfield Armory (SA) 'Loaded'.
I bought a Dan Wesson (DW) PM7 last year for less than $200 more than I would have paid for the SA. In my mind, this was money well spent. The DW has now gone up in price and is a lot more expensive than the SA.
Only you can decide what a 1911 is worth to you. Some guys keep it under $500 for Rock Island Armory (RIA) or the SA GI or Mil-Spec models. Other guys spend $2K without blinking.
Good luck.

That was gratifying to read, I have an SA Loaded on layaway right now which will be my first 1911. It will also be the most expensive gun I've bought. (so far) It's nice to hear from other people that I didn't make a bad decision.

[Ducman]

she's not $2500 but she's a beaut.

[RedFord150]

That was gratifying to read, I have an SA Loaded on layaway right now which will be my first 1911. It will also be the most expensive gun I've bought. (so far) It's nice to hear from other people that I didn't make a bad decision.

You definitely made a VERY GOOD decision. Once you get to shoot it, Let me know how you like it.

[jakuda]

I shoot only bullseye, which basically requires an accurate 1911.

So yes, $2500-$5000 for a 1.5" (or less)@ 50yards gun is standard. If one isn't going to shoot bullseye, I personally don't see much of a functional reason for getting one aside from looks, collecting, or just-gotta-have-the-best-syndrome.

[Swoop]

Nighthawk

[barca101]

+1 ^^^^NHC

[Neil McCauley]

I have a Kimber TLE RL that I bought a few years back from Turners that was like 1100 bucks and to be honest, I don't really shoot my best with that pistol. My HKUSP .45 was less than 800 brand new and I think its a much better shooter as far as accuracy. Not to say money dosen't equal quality but like what was already mentioned, I too believe when it comes to guns money dosen't neccesarily equal more accuracy or reliability.

[den888]

I would buy a Les Baer with that budget.

[kahai808]

I few models to shoot/handle:

Ed Brown Executive Target or Special Forces
Wilson Combat CQB
Springfield Professional
Les Baer Custom Carry, TRS, PII, Ultimate Master, or SRP
Nighthawk Talon or GRP

They have different build philosophies so you'll have to decide which make and model would best fit you.

Good luck in your search.

nice, all of these would be a dream!

[1911Luvr]

Although it is more than your $2500 point, you said you could buy anything you want so I'm kinda partial to one of these. Sure $4600 is a bit pricey, but most of us only live once!

http://www.pistoldynamics.com/CS_Intro_09.html

I have always loved the look of these guns and would love to have an original!

[corrupt]

I used to want a Les Baer TR until a trusted friend of mine (another Marine) told me that he has yet to see a Les Baer make it all the way through any shooting schools. He says they're too tight and they don't know how to make a combat pistol. Pity, because I was kind of excited to see what a tight fitted 1911 felt like. On the other hand, Springfield Operators are tight AND reliable. Anyway, I know it's probably blasphemy to say that about Les Baer, but whatever, it's just my friend's opinion, so save your defensive Les Baer rants