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I have an alloy framed carry 1911, and it runs fine. I remember reading somewhere that Kimber carry guns have been tested beyond 20,000 rounds without any signs of wear or failure. Mine no longer has a pristine finish, and it isn't free of minor marks. I don't care. For one thing, the gun stays concealed and (God willing) it will always remain concealed. Nobody can see it. So I'm likely the only one who is ever going to know or care about the honest wear and dings of a daily carry weapon... ...and I don't care. It's just a tool, not my identity.

$2,500 barbecue guns are beyond my ken. Only one of my rifle/scope combinations is worth that much, and I didn't spend the money in one fell swoop. I don't wear bling either. Pistols in that price range are not even on my radar, so I'm not qualified to comment on any in any specific way, except to say that they are real pretty to look at but I'd be afraid to carry one because..... ....in the real world, carry guns, even steel framed carry guns, pick up dings and scratches. Just ask my steel framed Springfield.

But as far as alloy-framed 1911s go, I think they are generally a better idea for day to day carry than steel framed guns because they are lighter and consequently more comfortable than their all steel counterparts for all day wear.

Your mileage may vary.