ThinkingBuddha
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I am considering purchasing my first 1911. I after renting and shooting several at my local gun range over the last few months, I decided a steel frame bobtail commander size 1911 best suits my needs. I find it to be the best compromise for carry, home defense and a range gun
I had narrowed my choice down to two models; a Dan Wesson V-Bob or a Kimber Super carry pro hd. I love the size, balance and accuracy of these two beauties. Ed Browns, Nighthawks and other semi-custom guns are out of my price range.
I came across a barely used American Classic Commander for $300 .
Here is my thought.
1. Purchase the gun = $300
2. Send it to a master gun smith (The prices below are from John Harrison’s website)
Install Heinie front & rear sight in Tritium Straight-8 = $280
Function Reliability Package = $95
Perform Basic trigger job to pistols using original parts as feasible = $120
Supply & fit Ed Brown Bobtail M/S housing = $150
Matte Blue all surfaces = $155
This brings my estimated cost is approximately $1100. I haven’t shot it yet though, so I might remove or add to the above work list.
Now here is my question. Will such an upgrade bring the American Classic Commander close enough a Dan Wesson V-Bob or a Kimber Super carry pro at a much cheaper price, or is it just lipstick on a pig?
I am very new to hand guns. In fact I purchased my first gun (a shotgun) this February, so your advice will be very valuable.
I had narrowed my choice down to two models; a Dan Wesson V-Bob or a Kimber Super carry pro hd. I love the size, balance and accuracy of these two beauties. Ed Browns, Nighthawks and other semi-custom guns are out of my price range.
I came across a barely used American Classic Commander for $300 .
Here is my thought.
1. Purchase the gun = $300
2. Send it to a master gun smith (The prices below are from John Harrison’s website)
Install Heinie front & rear sight in Tritium Straight-8 = $280
Function Reliability Package = $95
Perform Basic trigger job to pistols using original parts as feasible = $120
Supply & fit Ed Brown Bobtail M/S housing = $150
Matte Blue all surfaces = $155
This brings my estimated cost is approximately $1100. I haven’t shot it yet though, so I might remove or add to the above work list.
Now here is my question. Will such an upgrade bring the American Classic Commander close enough a Dan Wesson V-Bob or a Kimber Super carry pro at a much cheaper price, or is it just lipstick on a pig?
I am very new to hand guns. In fact I purchased my first gun (a shotgun) this February, so your advice will be very valuable.