I was looking for a "budget" 1911, and based on the cheap price, and really good reviews, I went with the Tisas 1911A1. I could not be happier with this gun! The three Fs (fit, finish, & function) are all excellent. Sometimes you expect to see some sloppy machining marks and such on a cheap budget gun. Not on this one. And the parkerizing is nice and uniform. When I first function checked the gun, everything was nice and smooth, no "slop" or "crunchiness" that you might expect from a budget gun. After a clean & lube, I took it outside to fire it. All I had with me was some cheap off brand 230gr ball ammo, and a 2 litter bottle paced off at about 10 yards. I put all 50 rounds through the Tisas without a single hiccup. The gun just feels good in the hand, and is an absolute pleasure to shoot. I was able to make the 2 liter bottle jump every time I shot! (well....okay, almost every time). I am just tickled pink with this gun. If you are in the market for an inexpensive 1911, do yourself a favor and pick up one of these for under 4 bills! You will not be disappointed!