I would spend money in custom, semi-custom 1911 but not 2011. What is your take?

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BoomDad

Discussion Starter · 2 mo ago

Regardless of the caliber, 1911s are iconic and worth the money!

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BoomDad

Discussion Starter · #61 · 2 mo ago (Edited)

1L26 said:
Well, and I'm just talking about my requirements here, as much as any of those would be nice to have and shoot it is just not a requirement for me at this point. I am interested in something I can depend on in the caliber of my preference. I recently purchased a DW TCP in 45 acp and I just got back from the range probably 30 minutes ago from shooting it for the first time. It is a great shooter and based on taking it out of the case, putting rounds in the magazine and shooting the qualification course of my former agency the TCP gets an A+. The TCP came out of the case and performed great for the first time being shot outside the factory! I need/want a gun that when the SHTF I know it will do its part. I shot the course twice and to say I was very please with the TCP is an understatement! I would still love to have an ACW Quantico but it is a nice to have not a need to have!

I'm in a similar situation. I got rid of many high-end 2011s. I plan to have only three semi-custom single-stack 1911s...I have five handguns in total including the customs.

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alamogunr

· #62 · 2 mo ago

PhilaPop said:
I turned 71 this year and some things have definitely changed. I ordered my last "build to order" gun. I won't wait 2 years to get a gun, and I don't buy green bananas. I'll buy guns on the forum and at my LGS ut I don't want to have guns delivered when I'm 80!

I sometimes lust for a gun and in the past if I thought about it constantly for a week, I would buy the thing I lusted over I decided it was easier to get a PT job for 2 days a week than worry if I could afford it or not. I'm happier now not having to worry if I could afford it or not.

I've got 4 1911's plus a Para LDA(Tac4). I'm 80 and now wanting a S&W Model 69 .44Mag. I like 1911's but am not head over heels in love with them. Have always liked revolvers. I'm going thru a waiting period to see if the lust for the S&W lasts.

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RealDealHeel

· #63 · 2 mo ago

Part of the allure for me in spending “big money” on a 1911 or 2011 is the opportunity to have at least a semi personal relationship with the builder, even if its just them knowing my name. When I got my CCP, I felt like I got more than just a well made gun, I got a gun made for me. I want that same feeling from a custom 1911, and I struggle with the idea of buying a gun made by the elite builders second hand. However, it seems like I may be getting in a little late for the opportunity to work directly with some of the smiths at the pinnacle of the industry.

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Krimbo

· #64 · 2 mo ago

I’d definitely spend money on a Infinity 2011 after shooting one. They are amazing.

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Genes 1911

· #65 · 2 mo ago

I will say I have never liked any double stack grip. The 1911 is where I spend money. I recently purchased a CZ-TSO from a fellow Addict. I'm impressed, I get the attraction.

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