Thanks for the replies everyone. I'm usually not very concerned about exactly what factory my guns are made in as long as they are from a reputable company but its nice to know the NM prefix can be a bit more desirable.
After one trip to the range today I have to say I understand what all the hype is about now with the 1911. I never thought any gun would contend with my Smith model 18 as being my favorite firearm to shoot. I almost exclusively shoot double action hand guns so it took me a few magazines to get used to a nice crisp single action trigger but the first time i pulled it I had a smile on my face. This is also the first .45 I have owned and have to say I was pleasantly surprised by the lack of recoil, It was more of a shove than a violent snap. I was a bit worried about recoil after having problems with my hands that required surgery.
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Very nice looking pistol. Does it have a full length guide rod? I havent got to finger a springfield 1911 before.
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Yes it does have the full length guide rod. It is a bit of a pain to take down and reassemble but I'm sure that is due to me being new to 1911's.
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Get some lube on the slide and frame rails, the locking lugs and FLGR. Stainless steel galling is not too common these days, but no point in encouraging the possibility.
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Thanks for the tips, I found a couple good videos on Youtube on proper cleaning and lubing of a 1911 which was a help. I'm used to my Glock not being very picky about lube and cleaning so I want to make sure I am taking car of this fine firearm properly.