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martini_drinker
I want to get a model 1911 .45. It seems that almost everyone makes a model 1911 now. I am looking for thoughts on who makes the best. I do mostly target shooting.
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  • martini_drinker
    I was curious what everyone thinks is the best 1911 and how Kimber stacks up against the best...Thanks
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  • punchie
    Probably for production (?) guns I would say Baer and Wilson from there it is the law of diminishing returns, major bucks for very,VERY minor increases in accuracy or reliability.

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  • Xracer
    Among the moderately-priced 1911s (Colt, Kimber, SA)....six of one, half-dozen of another. They're all quality guns.

    Of the three, I'd give a very slight edge to Kimber on the basis of fit & finish, but any of them will do the job, and do it well.
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  • Pearyw
    I have Colt,Springfield, Kimber, and Les Baer 1911 pistols. The Baer is much better made than any of the others. I like the older Kimbers, but they don't have the quality of the Baer.
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  • Diablo
    Way too many variables to ever say this 1911 or that 1911 is the best.


    It boils down to the specific task or use the gun is for. CCW, match, target, LE duty, ect. Much of it is personal preference and the great thing about 1911's is they are so customizable you can build one exactly how you want it. In addition many manufactors offer a variety of models, which may have all or nearly all the features your looking for.

    As mentioned Wilson Combat, Les Baer, Ed brown, ect are top notch.

    Tell us what the purpose of the gun is and maybe we can make some recomendations
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  • bobski
    MILSPEC parts on a MILSPEC remington rand slide, NM bbl and a NM bushing, on an essex frame. build it from the ground up. nothing can beat it.

    former air operations officer SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team 2. former navy skeet team, navy rifle/pistol team member. co-owner skeetmaster tubes inc.. owner/operator professional shooting instruction.
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  • martini_drinker
    It would be used as a CCW, I am at present using a Walther P99 which I feel secure with but am looking for a little more punch...

    quote:Originally posted by Diablo
    Way too many variables to ever say this 1911 or that 1911 is the best.


    It boils down to the specific task or use the gun is for. CCW, match, target, LE duty, ect. Much of it is personal preference and the great thing about 1911's is they are so customizable you can build one exactly how you want it. In addition many manufactors offer a variety of models, which may have all or nearly all the features your looking for.

    As mentioned Wilson Combat, Les Baer, Ed brown, ect are top notch.

    Tell us what the purpose of the gun is and maybe we can make some recomendations
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  • Diablo
    I caryy a Kimber Por CDP II.

    Some people take issue with the series II firing pin safety and some of the MIM parts. So far so good here. You could always remove the series II parts and replace the slide stop....then it would be pretty much a non issue. So will also recommend a steel or alluminum mainspring housing, but I using the stock plastic ones with no ill effect. IMO the plastic MSH puts less friction on the main spring and frame = less wear and is less conducive to attributing to main spring rust.

    I like it and would recommend it. I found the Pro and the Compact to comfortable. The Pro is a full sized grip, while the Compact has the officer's grip. Both use a around a 4" barrel. The Comapct is slight more concealable....but it your choice there.

    As for mags, I only use Wilson combat. I use 47DC mags in the Pro CDPs and 47OXC mags in the Compact Aluminium.

    I would say shop around, look around, handle as many guns as possible, read reviews, and ask questions.

    www.1911forum.com is a good place for info.
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  • mballai
    The best commercially available production gun would probably be a Springfield Professional along with some Baers and Wilsons. The Springfield TRP would be a close second along with a bunch of the better Kimbers and Colt's new Series 70 and their Gunsite model.

    Starting at about $500, many 1911s look pretty much alike. The difference is in the quality of the frame/slide and all the other parts, and the care in fitting. The best thing you can do is get a good basic gun and let a gunsmith customize it to suit.

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