Getting a new 1911.

[Yoder]

You might as well ask what car should I buy.

[RockIsland]

I'd get either a Rock Island or a Nighthawk.

[IronButt]

Don't get a 1911!

Once you do, you'll find yourself secretly downloading pics of custom 1911s & awake all night, visiting the Wilson Combat website & slobbering all over your keyboard like a porn junky.

[abner13]

Saying you want a 1911 is like saying you want a pick-up truck. The brands , features and price tags are practically endless.

[ColtShooter]

Lower end- Rock island tactical (on sale of course)

Higher end - I see lot of griping about tight tolerances but the sigs are really nice and packed with a lot for what you spend. Just my experience.

[Armor90]

70 Series

https://www.colt.com/detail-page/col...ood-grip-blued

Yes, this is what I'm thinking about. I want a vintage look. I'm starting to get more into classic looks. Even with my AR tastes.

[Jim PHL]

That 70-series Colt that JenniferG suggested is a great recommendation. If your budget is low it’s worth the stretch. If you’re a little more spendy you can get a great gun and add some accessories and ammo.

[Brick]

Personally I wouldn't buy or recommend a Colt. Though I've owned two (shot one so much I cracked the frame). There are too many worthwhile clones on the market. You could go to Rock Island on the low end to a Ruger SR1911 in middle or a Les Baer or Rock River @ $2K+. If you do decide on Colt search the used market for a Series 70.

[jakebrake]

Currently shopping around, looking for some suggestions on a 5" barrel 1911 in .45 ACP. What do you like?

Trp... period.

[JenniferG]

Yes, this is what I'm thinking about. I want a vintage look. I'm starting to get more into classic looks. Even with my AR tastes.

Everything else is just an imitation. When you take it out of your holster and shoot it and others see it they're going to think the same thing.