Let's get away from politics for a while.
Help me understand why 1911's from Nighthawk, Wilson Combat, Ed Brown and so on are considered to be much better than 1911's that fall into the sub-$1,000 range. What sets them apart? Why would I want to own one if it does the same thing a $500 RIA does?
Next, if I were to save my pennies to invest in a $3,000 (plus or minus) 1911, what make/model would be a good choice, and why? My interest in owning one is more for range use, not for EDC, and, although I am partial to 9mm, I am not adverse to .45 acp. And, I am not interested in commemorative models, nor in those fancy, engraved and gold and jewel encrusted models.
Obviously, I have an interest, so I am just trying to gauge my options and determine if this is a direction I want to go in.
Lastly, as I review what I wrote (heaven knows, I don't want to post anything silly or foolish here), I'm asking myself if this is similar to asking about the difference between a Chevy Malibu and a Corvette? The things we think of late at night.
Looking forward to your answers,