Bit of direction please

shadowhawke

February 15, 2003 06:03

Hi,

Looking at a .45 semi-auto pistol and having a bit of trouble deciding. In short, home defense weapon and target practice a few times per year. Narrowed to Springfield or Colt. Specific model is where I'm hung up on. Trying to compare value between

Colt M1911A1
Colt M1991A1
Springfield M1911A1
Springfield Mil-Spec

I suppose first order of business is Colt versus Springfield. Local Gunsmith said "Shooters Choice", suggesting no real difference.
Cost of all appear to be within about $100.00 for all, with Springfield being a bit cheaper.

Questions:

Whats the value difference between the Colt 1911A1 vs M1991A1?
Whats the value difference between the Springfield M1911A1 vs the MilSpec?

Value means quality of manufacture, resale, shooting qaulity, etc. I like the look/feel of the old style .45 1911 military format, have little no experience with any of these weapons. Do tend towards the longer barrel (5" or more) and like the "wood grain" grip look over the black plastic. Tough choices here but thought you experts could offer some comments to help sort the wheat from the chaffe.

Thanks!

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  gunnut505

  February 15, 2003 06:16

  You should listen to yer local 'smith.
  If you are going to only shoot it occasionally; buy a shotgun- your accuracy wil be adequate in a "home" scenario.
  As far as "quality" either gun is made in America, any Colt 1911/1991 or Springfield in .45 will make holes where you point it, and both accept McCormick mags.
  If you're buying with resale value in mind; buy 2. That way, you can actually shoot one, and save the other for investment.
  Keep in mind, however, that ANY gun will appreciate in value; given enough time.
  
  If you know it all; you must have been listening.WEAR EAR PROTECTION!

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  gskyhawk

  February 15, 2003 08:30

  don't forget about Kimber , you can get the basic model for the same money as a Colt or Springfield

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  Rocklobster

  February 15, 2003 13:54

  I own at least 3 of each, and one can get a lemon or a gem from any of them. All are worth their prices. I like the new Colts best, myself.

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  hunter7737

  February 15, 2003 14:55

  Shadow, the Colts and Springfields you mentioned are the best 1911s on the market. They are both excellant guns. The only differance is the resale value of a Colt. It is unsurpassed.

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  shadowhawke

  February 15, 2003 18:54

  Thanks for the information folks. I have learned more about the specific differences between the 1991 and 1911 guns (more plastic in the 1991). Still unclear as to the total value difference between the Colt 1911 and the Springfield (particularly the mil-spec), but It's clear that some think the colt has better value longterm. Not really looking hard at resale (I'm not a seller), but resale can sometimes be a quality identifier. The Kimber comments were interesting but I think the price is a bit high. I've narrowed it from four to three (Colt 1911A1, Springfields 1911 and Mil-Spec). May go with with the Colt just for namesake (although the Springfield certainly has a wonderful history of its own). Guess it will come down to what my gunsmith said... "Shooters choice".
  
  Thanks to all who responded. As always.. you guys are a great help and I really appreciate the time you took to reply.
  
  Thanks,
  ShadowHawke

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  b00mer

  February 16, 2003 09:10

  [}:)]
  emmmmmm KIMBER
  
  Its really hard to soar with the Eagles, when you are stuck with turkeys!

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