Joining the 1911 club

[Jules]

I have cash in hand for the gun show this weekend to look for a Kimber ss pro raptor. I wouldn't mind having a used one, but I love that new gun smell and not real sure what to look for in a used 1911. I'm still uncertain if I want the 4" or 5" model.

I'm 90% sure the 4" is for me, but the 5" look good and feel about the same in my hands. It took me a long time to get my decision narrowed down to the Kimber raptor II line. Hopefully nothing else will catch my eye and start this whole decision process over again.

[The Annoyed Man]

My son has a Pro Raptor for his EDC. If this gun is for daily carry, go with the 4" gun. It's easier to live with as a carry weapon. If this gun is going to be a range queen, get the 5" gun. I own a 3" Kimber and a 5" Springfield, and I would love a 4" 1911.

[Rugerboy50]

I'll be joining the club myself in the near future.

Right now my top choices are

Springfield Loaded

Kimber Pro Carry II

Sigs get a lot of good reviews as well so i plan on looking at them a little closer.

My deal right now is finish.

I want parkerized with cocobolo grips and Springfield comes the closest to the look i want. Mechanically i can have it smithed into anything i want after that.

[AEA]

Congratulations on your transition from the Dark Side!
You have seen the Light!

Start saving all you can......1911's multiply rapidly!