atlscrog Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 What (semi)-premium 1911 would you buy if you had $2500 to spend? I've had a few Kimbers, a Colt, a Springfield and a Spartan. Thanks and I look forward to the witty repartee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-ManBart Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 If you're limiting it to other than custom builds it'd be a coin toss between Wilson, Nighthawk and Les Baer. R, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speculatorking Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I just bought a Les Baer SRP. Awesome gun. Slide to frame fit are super tight. I am very happy with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Keen Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Wilson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr2e Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 buying an "off the rack" 1911, hmmm... if nighthawk is still living up to the standards set when i bought mine a couple of years ago i would consider them. i an curious about a volkmann though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E5MC Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I've owned them all and my preferance is Rock River, but you'd have to find one as they quit building 1911's. My second choice would be a Baer TRS. It's a Chevy, Ford, Chrysler thing in my opinion. I guess it would also depend on how it was to be used. Carry, competition, range, etc. Allot of variables to think about. You could buy a Baer and have enough left for extra mags, holster, mag pouch's and a few cases of ammo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Burtchell Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Les Baer, but for that much you can have one helluva full custom built. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIIID Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 SV with a squared trigger guard or a Springfield Pro/Leatham Legend. Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSMITH Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I'd go with a Baer PII 1.5" guarantee, 25 or more magazines, and still have a bunch of money left over for ammo, holster, belt, mag holders, etc. You can buy a fancier gun than the PII but you can't buy more gun. IMO the Wilson and Nighthawk guns are WAY overpriced for what you get. Rock River were amazing when you could get them, as good as a Baer and extremely well finished cosmetically for another thousand or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddy_fuentes Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I'm with Howard on this one. I have three Baers and one Wilson. All are fine pistols that shoot extremely well and are 100% reliable. Baer is the best bang for the buck. Buddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boz1911 Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Those that own Baers are extremely happy with them, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxshooter Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I have both Wilson and Baer's. I prefer the Wilson's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSEMARTIN Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 For that kind of money, you could just about buy 2 Baers--you really should have a back up gun anyway. If you show up to a match with only one 1911, you're going to end up watching sooner or later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zhunter Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 For that kind of money, you could just about buy 2 Baers--you really should have a back up gun anyway. If you show up to a match with only one 1911, you're going to end up watching sooner or later. Funny, I have NEVER had to watch insert Zh knocking on wood icon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downlow411 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Have a LB and a Briely built Caspian set up, would buy another LB biggest bang for the buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stockton Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Why any debate here? If budget is $2,500, get an SV! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revopop Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 (edited) If I were in your position, I'd have a custom gun built like I want it by the gunsmith of my choosing. For me, it'd be Rich at Canyon Creek, may be someone else for you. linky Just look at the serrations on the rear of the slide on the bottom left picture. Gorgeous, but totally functional. BTW, Rich had that particular blaster listed on GunBroker for less than $2500. Edited March 19, 2009 by Glockopop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loves2Shoot Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 SV, or for a custom built, Caspian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbbean Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 If I were in your position, I'd have a custom gun built like I want it by the gunsmith of my choosing. For me, it'd be Rich at Canyon Creek, may be someone else for you.linky Just look at the serrations on the rear of the slide on the bottom left picture. Gorgeous, but totally functional. BTW, Rich had that particular blaster listed on GunBroker for less than $2500. Amen on the full custom! I have an Ed Brown that was the sweetest gun I'd ever owned.....until I bought a full custom limited gun. I'm now saving my pennies for a custom 1911, at which point, I'll return the Brown to the bedside stand and the backup slot in t herange bag. But if you're bound and determined to go semi-custom, I'd say its a tossup between Baer and Brown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbosik Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I agree with Hsmith, LB Premier 2 , 1.5 guarantee, best for $$ and you will have money left over for ammo and rig setup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rufftytuffty Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Not mentioned above...don't forget about ED BROWN. ~Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1911jerry Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 (edited) I got my Wison CQB when they were running about 1800. Solid, smoothe and tightly fitted. I am not sure about the guns being produced today. I heard Vic Tibbetts returned to Wilson, so I suspect, the quality is up again. JS Edited March 20, 2009 by 1911jerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-JQ- Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I got my Wison CQB when they were running about 1800. Solid, smoothe and tighly fitted. I am not sure about the guns being produced today. I heard Vic Tibbetts returned to Wilson, so I suspect, the quality is up again.JS I won't sell my CQB. But, a LB or EB either would be a possible addition to my safe...or even a Dan Wesson... I'm also happy with my STI Trojan...FWIW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciscoip Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 For that kind of money, I'd go for a full custom gun...why pay that much for off-the-rack? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulm540 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 (edited) yup, call Benny Hill at TSS and have him build you a truly custom gun. Edited March 20, 2009 by bulm540 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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