Springfield 1911 - A1

[madstyle1]

I decided to go with springfield vs kimber did I make a good decision??

My LGS said Springfield has a lifetime warranty and I think that's what sold me... Is this true?

[Ducman]

Yes, SA has lifetime warranty. You couldn't go wrong with both.

[chris1911]

Even my RIA has a lifetime warranty...

[madstyle1]

I just really liked the feel of the Springfield, the design, and the finish. Will the SA hold more value in the long run?

[Ducman]

if you're happy with your purchase that's all that matters. guns are not investments, they are meant to be shot.

[chris1911]

I like Springfield over Kimber and exactly what Ducman said, it all depends on if you're happy with it. I doubt you would have regretted either one, but I think you made the right decision.

[Press Check]

Great choice, but which model Springfield?

[madstyle1]

A-1

[Press Check]

A-1

GI, Mil-Spec, Loaded, etc?

[MA2]

Yes, pretty much lifetime, and free shipping door to door if anything goes wrong.
My 9 years old 1911, was completely done over at zero out of pocket.
They have some real gun-smiths that can fix or replace parts.

Kimber is only 1 year, but I hear they may be generous at times past that (don't really know).

RIA, they might or not be able to fix, so they usually ask you to use a FFL to ship in, and they will ship a replacement.
Shipping and FFL fees will apply if a replacement is needed.
I admit, I dislike RIA now /small rant over/.

[madstyle1]

Mil-spec

[keenkeen]

Mil-spec

Nice gun...mind if I as how much they are running at CA FFL these days?

Oh, and Parkerized or SS?

[madstyle1]

River city had it for $979.95

[madstyle1]

In Sacramento

[1000stars]

Lucky you found one. They are in high demand. Preferred by many gunsmiths as a base.