Is it really worth it?

[Oceanbob]

$2000 bucks....

Colt Gold Cup built in the 80's, Colt Govt, and another Colt, not sure which one but probably the standard GI model. And to be honest with you, I didn't care for any of them. I was never a 1911 fan. I just recently got the bug when I went to a truck event Springfield was holding at a local gun shop and I held the TRP. I fell in love with it. The feel, balance and the trigger was near perfect even though I didn't shoot it.

Hmmm..

New GLOCK 21 Short Frame
New Dillon 650 reloading press with components
Another .45 auto, maybe a GLOCK 30
1000 rounds of Ammo
Steak dinner at Chili's with 2 Presidente Margaritas.



My opinion is never buy a retail $2000 .45 at a gun store.
Only buy USED from the Classifieds; someone who did spend the bucks and
has decided to get what they can and move on.

I own 8 .45s. Some from way back (70s series Colt National Match for example)..All of them run 100% but .45s need tuning out of the box.
Be prepared to spend $ getting them reliable; even the $1300 ones.

JMO
Bob

[IPSICK]

there are'nt alot of stores with 07 ffl doing single shot in socal where the OP is from and if you do use the "search", you will see that the conversion service adds around $200 for local pickup.
with cost being a main concern, your better off getting a semi-custom like a les baer pm II that is on the list.

Didn't see where OP is from and I thought Valkyrie Arms in Milpitas would do the conversion and forward to an FFL local to the OP. Besides I'm not discouraging against the Les Baer. Besides the Range Officer, that would be what I would get. I still think TRPs are overpriced.

[mag360]

anything more than $1000 on a pistol is a waste of funds in terms of function. Anything more is just for looks and bragging rights.

[IPSICK]

anything more than $1000 on a pistol is a waste of funds in terms of function. Anything more is just for looks and bragging rights.

How many 1911s do you own? Under $1000 gets you one that's reliable, over $1000 and you'll wish all your other guns were 1911s.

[Sturnovik]

How many times do I have to recommend the Springfield Range Officer (non-roster/single shot exemption)? It has the TRP slide to frame fitting at the Loaded cost plus other Loaded style enhancements (beveled magwell; TRP does not have these AFAIK; my TRP Operator did not). The TRP at present is way overpriced. The Range Officer gives you TRP fit and tolerances at a price that will save you money for customizations later.

Here's an example of the Range Officer slide to frame fit:
*Of course barrel fit and crown contribute more to accuracy/precision. Slide to frame fit is the icing on the cake.

$839 at this site.

If you don't plan to customize, I'd suggest either the Les Baer or Dan Wesson. AFAIK, they have a minimum of MIM parts.

I agree, that's a nice piece.

I wont get into the debate of kimber vs SA vs Colt etc.... But SA and Colt are in your price range and so is the Para's. Those 3 brands give you a quality and I mean quality 1911 below 1000 and at the same time you could get 2 RIA's and trick them out with neat stuff for the price of a Les Baer or Nightforce.

Just some food for thought..

[Legasat]

The Dan Wesson PM-7 is still around $1200, and IMHO, still one of the best values out there...

I'm just sayin...

[1911Luvr]

Trying to decide whether or not to spend the money is the hardest part. It sounds like you know you want a TRP or similar level 1911 but are just trying to justify it to yourself to spend the money. I really think the TRP is an awesome 1911 and once you start shooting it you will understand why you spent the money. I really have a love for custom 1911s, but I'd start with a GI and build from there. But, since this is your first 1911 and due to the fact that a custom build takes time and patience that someone that doesn't already have a few 1911s to shoot probably does not have, I would say buy that TRP or equivalent and don't look back! My opinion would differ if you weren't already gung ho on getting a high performance 1911.

[IPSICK]

The Dan Wesson PM-7 is still around $1200, and IMHO, still one of the best values out there...

I'm just sayin...

Find one for us? I'm just sayin...

[Cyc Wid It]

Find one for us? I'm just sayin...

Got to love people selling the old Dan Wesson's for grossly inflated prices.

[RT13]

Trying to decide whether or not to spend the money is the hardest part. It sounds like you know you want a TRP or similar level 1911 but are just trying to justify it to yourself to spend the money. I really think the TRP is an awesome 1911 and once you start shooting it you will understand why you spent the money. I really have a love for custom 1911s, but I'd start with a GI and build from there. But, since this is your first 1911 and due to the fact that a custom build takes time and patience that someone that doesn't already have a few 1911s to shoot probably does not have, I would say buy that TRP or equivalent and don't look back! My opinion would differ if you weren't already gung ho on getting a high performance 1911.

You get it! Yup all the above. If I buy lets say the SA loaded, I almost know I will end up still wanting someting like the TRP later on vs getting it now and not looking back. But again, that's a whole lot of money for one small gun. And justifying that to myself is still hard. I feel almost like it's a lose lose situation. First the nice 1911's are not really out there like D Wesosn PM7. It's so hard to find them out there, then the dealers are price gouging 1911's due to the limited supply vs high demand in which I'm assuming the 100 year anniversary of the 1911 plays a role in.

[becktherecce]

If you have the money, buy a very nice 1911, but I warn you, once you buy one you will want them all, if your somewhat on a budget, a Springfield GI, with the right replacement parts and some work from a legitimate gunsmith will save you money and shoot just great. I personally am saving up for a Nighthawk Enforcer, and won't look back.

[RT13]

Done some window shopping and fondling again and much much thinking. I really think I am going to save my money and get a SA 1911 Loaded in SS and just add either a SA or S&A extended magwell on it and be happy.

[IPSICK]

Done some window shopping and fondling again and much much thinking. I really think I am going to save my money and get a SA 1911 Loaded in SS and just add either a SA or S&A extended magwell on it and be happy, until I forgot out how I want to customize it later.

Fixed.

[Allentu]

The Dan Wesson PM-7 is still around $1200, and IMHO, still one of the best values out there...

I'm just sayin...

If you actually know a source that sells a new PM7 or Cbob for that price, please PM me as i have had a hard time finding a dealer within driving distance from me. I also called up CZ and they told me the new MSRP is around 1500-1650 for the PM7 and the Cbob

[sirgiles]

bought my dan wesson at krauserwerk collectibles for $999.