1911 purchase help

[MULEY4X4]

Looking for a 1911. I have looked online at the KIMBERS, SIGS, STI, RUGER.

Anyone have one that's a can't miss? Any that I should stay away from?

Does anyone have a gently used one they want to sell?

Jarred

[Stephen]

I have a Springfield with a Wilson combat guide rod and Hogue grips .. I like it
Hogue grips

stock grips

[War Machine]

I like the Sigs, Springfield, and colts. I have a very low opinion of Kimber after reading about them and their issues

[Stephen]

I like the Sigs, Springfield, and colts. I have a very low opinion of Kimber after reading about them and their issues

There's a decently priced sig 1911 in the classifieds right now I think...

[MULEY4X4]

I like the Sigs, Springfield, and colts. I have a very low opinion of Kimber after reading about them and their issues

Gotcha. Anyone have the VZ grips? I really like the looks of them.
I was trying to stay under 850-900$ for the gun.

[YALE]

You can get a basic STI for that money without working too hard.

[Trick Pony]

I have VZ grips on my Colt New Agent and Beretta M9A1. I am very happy with the way they feel and look. They offer a bunch of different textures too depending on what your intended use is for the gun.
I've handled and shot a bunch of different 1911s. I am fond of Colts and I think the Rugers and Springfields are good solid guns for the money. The Sig I played with had a somewhat gritty trigger but functioned well. I am considering getting an STI for my next carry gun (leaning toward the Lawman 3.0).
No experience with Kimber.

Here is a pic of the New Agent with the VZ Dirty Olive ETCs

[War Machine]

I have VZ grips on my Colt New Agent and Beretta M9A1. I am very happy with the way they feel and look. They offer a bunch of different textures too depending on what your intended use is for the gun.
I've handled and shot a bunch of different 1911s. I am fond of Colts and I think the Rugers and Springfields are good solid guns for the money. The Sig I played with had a somewhat gritty trigger but functioned well. I am considering getting an STI for my next carry gun (leaning toward the Lawman 3.0).
No experience with Kimber.

Here is a pic of the New Agent with the VZ Dirty Olive ETCs

fine looking gun! How do you like it so far?

[Moose242]

Colt, Ed Brown, Les Baer, and Wilson.

[Brn N Rubr]

I just bought a Colt XSE for my wife today. It's her Christmas present and our first 1911. Can't wait to shoot it.

[Big A]

Colt, Ed Brown, Les Baer, and Wilson.

I was trying to stay under 850-900$ for the gun.

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[Jose]

First question would be what size 1911 are you looking for? I've owned 5 Kimbers and still have 4 of them. The newest one I haven't test fired yet and the last one I'm having problems with FTE's. It was a heavily used gun and I've done a basic cleaning on it but really want to tear it down (along with the bad reputation external extractor) and take it to the range before I give up on it.

If I had to buy a new one and spend what I consider a reasonable amount of money, I would go with a Springfield TRP or possible an STI. Les Baer and Wilson are way over my budget. VZ grips are on my list of what to buy next along with a good set of night sights (haven't decided on the brand yet).

[Moose242]

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Whoops, didnt see that. Only saw original post.

[aggie97]

Desert Eagle sells a great 1911 around the $700 range. Got great reviews when released and I own one and love it. I also love the 2 Sigs 1911's we have but those will be north of your price range. I also enjoy shooting my Rock Island 9mm/.22TCM 1911. It's loose but it cycles like a champ.

You want new or used?

[Jose]

I have VZ grips on my Colt New Agent and Beretta M9A1. I am very happy with the way they feel and look. They offer a bunch of different textures too depending on what your intended use is for the gun.
I've handled and shot a bunch of different 1911s. I am fond of Colts and I think the Rugers and Springfields are good solid guns for the money. The Sig I played with had a somewhat gritty trigger but functioned well. I am considering getting an STI for my next carry gun (leaning toward the Lawman 3.0).
No experience with Kimber.

Here is a pic of the New Agent with the VZ Dirty Olive ETCs

Very nice. If I decide to get rid of my Ultra Carry's I would go with this or an STI.