Mike21STI Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 (edited) So I'm looking to get a Custom limited gun. I am looking at a few companies, would you go with an SVI, a predator tactical a Bedell, or something else? Let me know Edited May 17, 2012 by Mike21STI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
latech15 Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I'm pretty sure that all of those guys can build you a great gun. Look at their offerings and go with which ever one builds something as close to what you want as possible. In the long run price and lead time are both trivial. Use the search. This is a worn out topic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHARLES D Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I was in the same boat your in 8 months ago. Decided to go with Brazos. Bob's guns are great and his customer service is fantastic. I wouldn't shy away from Camerons guns either. Eddie and Tony are great people to deal with at Camerons. So for me it was a hard be a toss up between the two. Just remeber you'll probably have a waiting period to have it built. Good luck on who ever you decide to go with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoShot Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I don't have a limited gun but Dan Bedell has built me 2 open guns. They run great, couldn't be happier! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dapribek Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I have a limited gun that Dan Bedell built me years ago. I think it may have been the second gun he built and it's still one of my very favorite pistols. It runs like a champ and has never let me down. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctay Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Also don't forget to check your local builders. I didn't realize but one of the guys that I shoot with is an excellent gun smith. Had I known before I ordered from out of state I would have gone with him. Nothing beats having the smith local to you to fix any issues you may have! Additionally, Eric built probably the nicest 6" limited gun that I've ever seen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncopenshooter Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 All the above are great. After visiting the shop in Tempe, my next gun will be a Predator Scarab!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aglifter Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Being local to a builder can be very helpful, IMO. I have a SVI, and a Benny Hill gun - both of which I've been very happy with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyshoots Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 I don't have a limited gun but Dan Bedell has built me 2 open guns. They run great, couldn't be happier! +1. I have a shorty built by Dan. He is a good guy to talk to, and his gun is awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaster113 Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Had two Brazos guns and now running a Cameron's 6". Both builders are really great people to work with and put out tightly fitted pistols that run all day. Cant afford an SVI but maybe one day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UW Mitch Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Being local to a builder can be very helpful, IMO. I totally agree with that. Fortunately for me, JPL was 20 minutes from me and a few miles from the range I worked at in grad school. I've got an open gun and a 6" limited gun from him that I'm very happy with! Wouldn't hesitate to recommend him. ~Mitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerTrace Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Obviously my vote would be for an Infinity. I have had other full custom guns and IMHO, nothing comes to the quality, fit and finish of a factory built Infinity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dover0020 Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Check out Akai custom guns, you won't be disappointed. Shay does awesome work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carmoney Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 With all the nice used limited pistols that come up for sale on the BE Classifieds, I can't imagine paying full price for a new one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a matt Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Cameron's customs. No complaints at all with them, the guns or customer service. Great product great company. A ton of shooters at the nationals use Cameron's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgtsvi Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Get the SV and don't look back. You pick every part of the gun including the serial number. Buy once, cry once! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattYvip Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Cameron's customs. No complaints at all with them, the guns or customer service. Great product great company. A ton of shooters at the nationals use Cameron's. I agree 100%. I ordered one at last years nationals and I LOVE IT. Very accurate and a great looking gun. I'd go Cameron's but thats my opinion. When I start shooting open I'm gonna get another Camerons. That being said I've heard nothing but awesome things about Bedell as well. Just my opinion for what it's worth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjb45 Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Kodiak Precision is in Mesa. Don is a sponsored shooter for SV. His guns have appeared on the cover of magazines. Although you have already decided on PT, Matt was a sponsored shooter for SV for a number of years. His team is very familiar with SV parts and guns. PT builds some great guns. You won't be disappointed with those guys. The problem in the Phoenix area, is along with Don and Matt, there are at least four other incredible gunsmiths; McLearn, Glenn, Yost; just to name a few. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stidad Posted May 20, 2012 Share Posted May 20, 2012 SVI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChandlerSniper158 Posted May 20, 2012 Share Posted May 20, 2012 I have had 3 factory SVs, all were awesome. Also had factory STIs, and a Canyon Creek STI limited gun. I have never owned a Brazos pistol, but I will second his customer service, Bob is a great guy to deal with. I am currently shooting a Bedell shorty in open and couldn't be happier with it. He builds a really nice gun. Get something from a reputable builder that will stand behind his work and you should be GTG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supermoto Posted May 20, 2012 Share Posted May 20, 2012 Take a look at Matt Cheely guns also www.ccgunworks.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dskinsler83 Posted May 20, 2012 Share Posted May 20, 2012 Freedom Gunworks in Camillia GA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rep70 Posted May 20, 2012 Share Posted May 20, 2012 SVI, hands down you won't ever look back. The only draw back is if you own one you will want more. Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EkuJustice Posted May 20, 2012 Share Posted May 20, 2012 All the mentioned ones are top notch builders. Just find one who can do a look you like and a wait time you can deal with Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenG Posted May 20, 2012 Share Posted May 20, 2012 Check out Akai custom guns, you won't be disappointed. Shay does awesome work. +1 Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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