Alloy 1911s are great for carrying all day. Not so great for long range sessions. When the time comes to shoot weight is your friend. With a proper carry rig the weight is not an issue.
Not a chance!
I didnt honestly think a dude with a 1914 colt would come to the dark side
Good luck with your search!
Believe me im not offended. Thats why its important to try before you buy!
Question, is it a colt made in 1914... or is that a style? Im a 1911 noob so im just wondering. If it IS the year... thats very impressive. (Thats why I like glocks, ugly, cheap, and rugged. I dont think I could bring myself to take a 1914 anything out of the safe haha.)
Milt Sparks is about as good as it gets. There is a long wait time for a new one but they're available on the used market. There are also a lot of very good copies of the Milt Sparks Summer Special. Spend the money for a GOOD belt. The belt is probably as important as the holster. Maybe more. If you plan on shooting this gun a LOT keep a close eye on the impact areas where the frame and slide meet. A lot of these guns were not heat treated very well and will not stand up to heavy use. Personally if that was my Grandfather's 1911 I would keep it in a safe and not shoot it much. Very nice gun.
I purchased a new Colt 1911 XSE, 45 acp at Bob's in Plainfield (~$900).
L/W Government with blue steel frame, lighter than other single action government model (5") semi-automatic pistol. Gripes are checkered rose wood, sights are White Dot, beavertail, and combat hammer.
Best part is it has the 100 Year Anniv. roll mark on the steel slide (Bob's had another one a few weeks ago). See picture in left panel.
Go Colts!