Dan Wesson Guardian-great trigger and wonderfully accurate.

Another big fan of the Dan Wesson Guardian. I've owned Colts, S&Ws, Springfield Armory and Rugers - and the Dan Wesson just feels better - and shoots better in my hands. The 9mm cartridge is a real soft shooter in any 1911 I've ever owned.

Jerry

Ed Brown FX1 is amazing. Styling a little over the top, but the machining is incredible and it is extremely accurate.

If you’re looking at Colt and want a full length grip, I would go a bit extra and find a used Dan Wesson Valkyrie or Vigil (I believe the TCP is the only current aluminum frame model that’s not bobbed).

Above that, you’re getting in the Les Baer, Ed Brown range. Never owned a Baer, but, have owned a few Browns and would recommend one. Still have one in the safe.

I might be inclined to order another Brown, if they will build one with the FX1 front strap as shown in bac1023’s post.

Good luck on the purchase!

Lots to digest. Thanks!

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Originally posted by oldwillie:
Dan Wesson Guardian-great trigger and wonderfully accurate.

This. I'm looking to get my second Guardian, but in 45 this time.

Dan Wesson Guardian. Best shooting, most reliable 1911 I've ever had. Mine is a .45, but I'd be confident that the 9mm version is just as good.

Save some money and get the Ruger LW Commander. I had one and am considering getting another. Purely as a range and vanity toy. The one I had was accurate out of the box and ran like a German clock.

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Originally posted by Fredward:
My inclination is for a Colt LW. Any other options I should consider?

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I agree I'd get a Colt.

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I got a SA EMP4 when they first came out. I’ve been very pleased. The subtle size difference works for me.