Time to buy a 1911-style .45. I say "-style", because I'm not going to exclude the Sig, or other versions that aren't "true" 1911's.

I want a threaded barrel.
Spend about $1000.

That's pretty much my only requirement. Which one should I get?

Sig: https://www.sigsauer.com/store/1911-tacops-carry.html
Kimber: http://www.kimberamerica.com/custom-tle-rl-ii-tfs
Remington: http://www.1911r1.com/Products/Firearms ... eaded.aspx
Rock Island: http://armscor.com/firearms/gi-series/g ... ed-45-acp/

are you going to buy a threaded barrel separately? The reason I ask is because that sig doesn't have a threaded barrel.
If not, Remington (R1 Enhanced) and Kimber (TLE II) make a threaded barrel model just under 1000

You could find a Dan Wesson in that range and add a barrel.

I do not plan on buying a threaded barrel separately. Just more money wasted. They sell one with a TB: 1911CAR-45-TACOPS-TB

I recently bought a stainless Colt Government in 9mm for under $600 and a Jarvis drop-in barrel for just under $300. Jarvis makes an excellent drop in barrel for 1911's in 45acp too.

http://www.jarvis-custom.com/shop/1911-pistol-barrels/

I see. I have a sig max, I like it. The tacops would be a good option imo

I have an older Sig GSR and like it a lot.

Kimber used to make good stuff (I’ve got an old Royal II that’s a great gun) but I heard they’re not very good anymore.

And you can’t go wrong with a Colt.

ETA: I’d jump all over this series 70 if I were in the market: http://www.gunbroker.com/item/707488046

Or this Gold Cup: http://www.gunbroker.com/item/705073178


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on base model Colts.

Generally nice 1911's don't come with a threaded barrel. They are more common on $700 nice-ish 1911's. I second the idea of getting a Dan Wesson and adding a threaded barrel if you choose to.

That appears to be about double my budget. $1500+150 tax+ shipping + ffl + $300 threaded barrel.

I've seen Wessons pop up on here for $1k. It definitely tops your budget but might be worth the extra.

What have you seen that's got your attention? Just so we know what you're interested in currently.

Both of those Colts are excellent. I concur.

I've only seen the 3 that meet the requirements, in the 1st post. Sig, Kimber, and Remington.

One thing I decided long ago, is I don't like the target sights. They look like they would snag on everything. They ruin the lines and flow of the rear of the gun.

I like the looks of the Kimber, but I'm more interested in quality/reliability/performance. How easy is it to shoot, how well does it shoot. I know there are a million options on the market, and I can spend a ton of money. This is my first 45. Other pistols are .22, 9x18 MKV, 9mm. I figure I can buy a $3000 one later if I really like them. Figured a threaded barrel is a good way to narrow down the options, as I want to be suppressor ready when I finally start buying them instead of guns.

Any "extra" money I'd like to spend on a case of ammo, so I can shoot the thing.

Oh, well ok then. Bide your time and find a good deal on a Norinco then get an aftermarket threaded barrel. I paid $300 for my Norinco and it's an outstanding 1911. Or get one of the Armscor brands like Rock Island. If you're not looking for the "ooh, ahh" from everyone else a Rock Island will treat you well.

I am surprised nobody mentioned Springfield. I really like my Range Officer. A set of night sights and good to go.
I also have a Remington LW Commander i was pleasently surprised by, it's a nice entry level in the 600 range.