Colt 1991A1 vs Springfield 1911 Milspec

**JoeWilliams** · February 4th, 2009, 10:25 AM

This post from another thread :

Originally Posted by RGL01

My Colt Stainless 5" 1991A1. Only have two sidearms. My SA GI is #2. Prefer the Colt.

got me wondering which folks prefer for 1911s, Colt or Springfield Armory, and why?

**fonz** · February 4th, 2009, 10:38 AM

I bought the Springfield because my Mil-Spec was 200 bucks cheaper than any plain old govt model Colts I saw anywhere. im not paying 200 for the name and the horses on the grips.

**P89** · February 4th, 2009, 10:46 AM

Most people who really work their sidearm will avoid the Series 80, but it can be made into a carry piece that performs well. Just have to find the right gunsmith.

**QuakertownRich** · February 4th, 2009, 10:51 AM

I wouldn't turn down a "good" deal on a Colt, at least a collectable one that is. Their reputation has been on a downward swing, IMO, for awhile, so I don't believe I would seek out a newer Colt. Springfield, OTH, its' reputation is continually on the upward swing and I have purchased several Springfield products, been happy with them for the most part. I went a step above the Mil-spec and got the Loaded and am very satisfied with it.

**Ronnies111** · February 4th, 2009, 06:43 PM

Originally Posted by P89

Most people who really work their sidearm will avoid the Series 80, but it can be made into a carry piece that performs well. Just have to find the right gunsmith.

You forgot MONEY...anything can be made good
with the Right Gunsmith & the Right Money!
Or just buy it Right the first time