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Noban · June 13, 2000, 08:12 AM

I recommend that you stay away from the cheaper .45s like the Llama and Charles Daly. The finish and especially fit of these pistols is constantly berated on other discussion boards as sub-standard. The metals used in these pistols are reported to be "soft" and the critical components (e.g., sear, safety, slide stop, springs) are prone to breakage or are misshapen.

You will wind up spending the extra $200-400 to bring these pistols up to spec. After all, a carry piece MUST NOT give you any hesitation of its worth.

I recommend a low-end Kimber or Springfield, save your pennies, and have a competent 1911 smith do an upgrade. I know this is contrary to your desire, but in the end will be most rewarding.

Regards,

Noban

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June 13, 2000, 08:12 AM	#12
Noban Senior Member Join Date: December 30, 1999 Posts: 662	I recommend that you stay away from the cheaper .45s like the Llama and Charles Daly. The finish and especially fit of these pistols is constantly berated on other discussion boards as sub-standard. The metals used in these pistols are reported to be "soft" and the critical components (e.g., sear, safety, slide stop, springs) are prone to breakage or are misshapen. You will wind up spending the extra $200-400 to bring these pistols up to spec. After all, a carry piece MUST NOT give you any hesitation of its worth. I recommend a low-end Kimber or Springfield, save your pennies, and have a competent 1911 smith do an upgrade. I know this is contrary to your desire, but in the end will be most rewarding. Regards, Noban [This message has been edited by Noban (edited June 13, 2000).]