And yes, i believe that you always get what you paid for. I really disappointed with Springfield 1911`s and other guns with this price range. Looks like i`m very picky. But i want to be able to trust my life to this gun. That`s why i plan to buy the one that feels great in my hand. And only E.B. fee...

I am surprised with all the recommendations for a cheaper gun that is below the OP's desired budget. It sounds like Eli is not completely new to shooting, is pretty picky about getting a high end 1911, and can afford the gun of his dreams. He is not talking about robbing a bank or living on Ramen N...

Right now i try Ed Brown's special forces 1911 at Arnzen arms. And it grips feels ideal, run smooth and nice. Much better than Springfield loaded & trp. Mabye i should just buy used. Need to think about it. Sorry I have not replied to your message, Tapatalk app I use on my phone does not work w...

Right now i try Ed Brown's special forces 1911 at Arnzen arms. And it grips feels ideal, run smooth and nice. Much better than Springfield loaded & trp. Mabye i should just buy used. Need to think about it.

hard h2o wrote:Range once a week and EDC is not what I would call hard use.

hard use is not how many rounds i shoot but where. All kinds of weather and dirt sometimes.

1) what didn't fit? size of grip, angle of grip, length to trigger, etc.? I think you will find 9mm in a steel frame 1911 very easy to control. Much more so than a .45 but get what you want. As has been mentioned you can buy and install slim stocks (grip panels) but other than that a .45 1911 is go...

Arnzen Arms in Eden Prairie has a very nice selection of high end 1911s. Best advice is to find some 1911 enthusiasts and try as many different variants as you can before spending $3500. Of you want to start slow, Dan Wesson at $1100-1600 is usually a good place. Thanks, but where i can find 1911 e...

1) what didn't fit? size of grip, angle of grip, length to trigger, etc.? 2) government (full size) or willing to consider smaller sizes which are easier to carry? 3) why the limitation to .45 when they are also available in 9 mm? I bought a used Baer and in hindsight would have bought something ne...

So what did not fit well with the ones you tried at Bill's? some guns has too aggressive notch on handles, Springfield is almost impossible to reload, the frame is stuck like hell. Most of 1911 in store comes with too wide grips. 9 mm frame is too small 4 me & i do not like 9mm. So, they do not...

Hi guys, i really need help with the choice of 1911 in .45 caliber. (budget is from $1,500-3,500). more than 20 years I wanted to buy 1911 and now I can do it. But how to choose? I need 1911 for practice at shooting range (once a week) & 4 personal protection (everyday carry). Looking for high q...