chaserracer Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 I'm calling on you 1911 studs for some help making a tough purchase decision Option 1 is a Springfield Trophy Match 1911, less than 500rds through it, 4 mags included, looks to be in pristine condition. $900.00 Option 2 is a Dan Wesson PM7 1911, new in the box - unfired. Comes with 4 mags. $1300.00 The purpose of the purchase is purely USPSA Single Stack competition. My immediate upgrades will include, techwell IPSC XT magwell, fiber front sight, techwell palm swell grips, and just some basic trigger work. Your info/input is much appreciated!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 I'd go for #1, then you'd have the $400.00 price difference for the mods you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rnlinebacker Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 I'm calling on you 1911 studs for some help making a tough purchase decision [emoji120] Option 1 is a Springfield Trophy Match 1911, less than 500rds through it, 4 mags included, looks to be in pristine condition. $900.00 Option 2 is a Dan Wesson PM7 1911, new in the box - unfired. Comes with 4 mags. $1300.00 The purpose of the purchase is purely USPSA Single Stack competition. My immediate upgrades will include, techwell IPSC XT magwell, fiber front sight, techwell palm swell grips, and just some basic trigger work. Your info/input is much appreciated!!#1 for sure as these are both mass production 1911s. You'll have the extra money for mods as well as ammo. Springfield makes an exceptional off the shelf 1911. I have it in 45 and it's a tack driverSent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertg5322 Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 I don't normally recommend Springfield Armory 1911s, but I like the Trophy Match and it's a ton cheaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpm2953 Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 I have a “slicked up” SA and a Dan wesson PM9. The DW is head and shoulders nicer and more accurate. That being said, I use my SA for my main USPSA gun. The DW is too nice to “destroy”. Get option #1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcc7x7 Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 Every thing is better internally in the PM7 and will guarantee it is fitted better than the SA I LIKE SA! Just find the Dan Wessons' better made. If you have the funds by the DW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayDee Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 Those are both attractive prices. I would think that the DW would hold its value over time more than the SA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaserracer Posted January 18, 2019 Author Share Posted January 18, 2019 You guys aren't making this any easier, but you are pretty much echoing my thoughts...Now that I have factored in the cost of 6 mag pouches, a holster/hanger combo, mags and basepads I think the decision has made itself. If i could get the PM7 closer to $1000 it would be a done deal, but i think the SA TM is a fair pistol to try my hand at single stack. I just want to be able to run the gun hard and often both in dyfire and live. If anyone has feedback on durability or issues with either of these pistols id be really interested to hear them - especially in relation to USPSA or comparable competition. Thanks for everyone's input so far! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayDee Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 I think you will be fine with either choice. As @CHA-LEE mentioned in another post re: 1911 reliability, the cost of the new gun vs. your all-in cost for competition (range time, accessories/upgrades, ammo, match fees and gas) is a drop in the bucket. I always use this logic to justify the slightly nicer gun and I own 3 Dan Wessons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary1911A1 Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 The two Trophy Matches I have are fine 1911s'. Just wish they had used 25LPI instead of their sharp 20LPI checkering on the front strap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posvar Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 Dan wesson PM7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RGC Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 Of the 2, DW...saving a few hundred dollars on the initial investment is quickly absorbed by the costs of the game.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norther Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 I’ve owned two Trophy Matches and one PM 9. Happy with the TMs but more so with the Dan Wesson. I don’t think either is a bad choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaserracer Posted January 21, 2019 Author Share Posted January 21, 2019 15 hours ago, RGC said: Of the 2, DW...saving a few hundred dollars on the initial investment is quickly absorbed by the costs of the game.... ...This very thing is what keeps me bouncing back and forth. Another thing Im trying to consider is how easy or difficult it will be to find another one of either of these pistols when it comes time to start competing. As we all know, one is none, and two is just barely one so how big of a factor is that in the decision process when Im going to want a gun for practice and an identical gun for matches. As far as the internet has told me, the Springfield Trophy Match is discontinued so i would imagine that'd be the more difficult gun to find again (especially in California) The struggle continues... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RGC Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 36 minutes ago, chaserracer said: ...This very thing is what keeps me bouncing back and forth. Another thing Im trying to consider is how easy or difficult it will be to find another one of either of these pistols when it comes time to start competing. As we all know, one is none, and two is just barely one so how big of a factor is that in the decision process when Im going to want a gun for practice and an identical gun for matches. As far as the internet has told me, the Springfield Trophy Match is discontinued so i would imagine that'd be the more difficult gun to find again (especially in California) The struggle continues... So then looks like the decision is easy...DW. BTW, I competed in Level 3's, internationally, and IPSC World shoot....dragged 2 pistols along but NEVER had to resort to using the back up, ...not even once. Rebuilt a few items on occasion though, but not moving to back up entirely. My back up was 'similar'in fire control parts, etc....enough so that I could move to it...but it was not identical, if that is of any use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hankdiesel Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 You wont be disappointed with the DW. I've been shooting a PM9 the last few months and love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaserracer Posted January 24, 2019 Author Share Posted January 24, 2019 Thank you for all of your feedback, I have decided and will be making the purchase tonight for the Springfield Trophy Match. It just seemed the better deal with such a low round count, 5 mags, and lower price. That being said, i was hoping you guys might be able to send some basic recommendations my way in terms of competition upgrades. Here is what i have planned on already. Fiber front sight Magwell Grips Extended mag button (Sti is my preference) Minor trigger work; Springs, polishing, etc. Recoil spring for my loads I am interested in getting a tooless guide rod, or any guide rod that is single piece and doesn't require a wrench to field strip. And also getting rid of the ILS mainspring housing, any recommendations on these would be greatly appreciated! @jpm2953 @RGC @Norther Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpm2953 Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 Fiber optic front- yep(Dawson) magwell-yep(Dawson) grips-yep(LOK) extended mag button-yep(Dawson with STI paddle) recoil spring-probably 14lb is a good guess. Just get a GI guide rod and plunger. No need to get fancy with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaserracer Posted January 24, 2019 Author Share Posted January 24, 2019 @jpm2953 Does the Trophy Match have the ILS mainspring housing nonsense? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norther Posted January 25, 2019 Share Posted January 25, 2019 Yes, Trophy Match has ILS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norther Posted January 25, 2019 Share Posted January 25, 2019 My preferences? Dawson no gap magwell, Dawson 0.100” fiber front, VZ grips (I think they’re Diamondbacks) with thumb relief cut, 14# recoil spring. I prefer an extended mag release but no button. Not really happy with the Wilson one piece guide rod I’m using now, I think I’d go with the GI if I replace it. Had this one for a long time though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelsthatgrip Posted January 27, 2019 Share Posted January 27, 2019 I'd go for the Trophy Match. You can spend the extra money you saved on modifications going forward Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowboy85306 Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 I own and have owned a handful of Springfield Armory 1911a1s, and have two DW 9mm 1911a1s. ( a PM9, and the commander-sized Guardian ) Just my opinion, get the PM7. I've never been more satisfied with a 1911 than I have with either of the DWs, or my Colt Special Combat Gov't in .45ACP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midvalleyshooter Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 (edited) I bought a used Trophy Match for $900 as well. Goes with my TRP and 9mm. https://i.imgur.com/PvtBwGe.jpg[/img] https://i.imgur.com/FDPERly.jpg[/img] https://i.imgur.com/4wjZB7X.jpg[/img] Edited February 5, 2019 by midvalleyshooter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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