Both are storied names in the firearms world, even though Dan Wesson is fairly new to 1911s compared to Colt. With that being said, Dan Wesson certainly has made a big name for themselves among 1911 enthusiasts with the beautiful guns that they produce. And, Colt...well, Colt is Colt. That little pony on the side means something to a lot of people...me included.
Anyway, if money were no object (and it most certainly is to me) would you opt for a Dan Wesson for a few hundred more than a Colt, even if the Colt was enough to make you happy? I know that sounds like a strange question, but here is why I ask. I've noticed that the Dan Wesson Valkyrie Commander can be had for about $1,299 right now (that's $350 below cost) compared to a Colt Lightweight Commander for roughly $900. I've really been wanting a Lightweight Commander in 9mm for a while but have never run across one at the same time that I had any money to get one. The Dan Wesson is decked out pretty nicely, but again, Colt is Colt. I've read and heard lots of great things about the Dan Wessons, but I also know that Colt is turning out some pretty good stuff at the moment too.
Of course, this is all hypothetical for me since I can't afford either one at the moment.
Anyway, if money were no object (and it most certainly is to me) would you opt for a Dan Wesson for a few hundred more than a Colt, even if the Colt was enough to make you happy? I know that sounds like a strange question, but here is why I ask. I've noticed that the Dan Wesson Valkyrie Commander can be had for about $1,299 right now (that's $350 below cost) compared to a Colt Lightweight Commander for roughly $900. I've really been wanting a Lightweight Commander in 9mm for a while but have never run across one at the same time that I had any money to get one. The Dan Wesson is decked out pretty nicely, but again, Colt is Colt. I've read and heard lots of great things about the Dan Wessons, but I also know that Colt is turning out some pretty good stuff at the moment too.
Of course, this is all hypothetical for me since I can't afford either one at the moment.