The never ending desire for a combat commander

The tug for additional 1911's alway exist for me. But, the cost of them prevents the purchase. I've got a 1985 Colt Gold Cup which has never given me issue. But, it seems [today] you need to cross the $2000 threshold to get a decent one. But, even writing that, I realize I've been out of the 1911 market for so long - I don't know that to be true. It's so easy to pick up a Glock [or similar] polymer, for a fraction of the price, and have a completely reliable and accurate firearm.

For a defensive pistol, without the need for extended mag releases, extended safety, etc. how much do you have to spend to get a decent 1911?
 
Brutis it would have broke your heart if you went there to buy an it was gone . Should have given you if not a senior citizen discount , a loyal customer discount . At least it's in your house now , enjoy your new shooter .
 
As a bulls eye shooter the 5 inchers always had more appeal but a commander size was on my bucket list now fulfilled. Northof50 I got you beat, bought my Colt Gold Cup in 1979 I think. Saved for it forever as it's price was a whopping $350. Still got it and it's still a tack driver after all these years.
Wouldn't hesitate to get another unlike the two Kimbers I bought. MIM parts keep breaking and they have the worst customer service there is.
 
On 12-27-74, I paid $205.07 for a new Gold Cup that I still use in Bullseye matches.

In terms of the Commander length Colt 1911, I've never seen a use for the steel version for concealed carry purposes. It's almost as heavy as the Government version and almost as long, and still has the same size grip. For the range and home defense duty, I much prefer the full-size, steel Government model. For edc, I'd opt for the aluminum alloy version, mostly for its lighter length.
 
dgludwig you got me beat, don't you just love knowing you got a classic for that amount. It was a lot of money back then but the Gold Cup and my Python are the only guns I've ever owned that have appreciated ten fold over what I paid. :D
 
Brutus, I've always kicked myself for not getting the Python when the getting was good. In terms of Colt revolvers though, I do have a Cobra and an Officers Model Special that are in almost new condition. I carry the Cobra concealed almost daily and still compete at Bullseye matches with the Officers Special on occasion.
 
Yeah but there is a down side, quit shooting full house mag loads out of my Python probably 20 years ago for fear of potential timing issues. Wasn't much of a sacrifice as my +P .38 special hand loads in mag cases are extremely accurate and very comfortable to shoot. Always seem to draw attention at the range from folks in the booths next to me. What the heck are you shooting there, they ask. Colt Python says I.:D followed by oohs and aahs.
Anyway tomorrow I take the Valor out for the first time, feel kinda like a traitor for not getting the Colt but feature for feature the Dan Wesson had a lot more to offer for a bucket list gun.
 
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