For an old school style 1911 under 800 the Remington r1 is easily the prettiest IMO.
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This one is the talo version with a better finish and nicer grips and a match barrel. Idk how much this one is, but when I was supposed to be buying a regular one for $679 they handed me the nicer one. Whether it was good service or a mistake ill never know but ill take it