Brigrat
Member
So, I am about to break down and buy a 1911. I am looking at the lower price ranges (sub $700), and I live in California, so prices tend to be higher than everywhere else.
I was leaning towards the Mil-Spec, but am having a hard time figuring out what differentiates it from the G.I. model that is $140 less. Do any of you no of any differences other than cosmetic between these two pistols?
Also, would these pistols be worth customizing over time? What I mean is, can I upgrade parts over the next few years to make my "Dream 1911?" I would like to blow the bucks on a TRP right now, but my wife isn't going for it, so perhaps the overtime route would work best for me.
By the way, in my area, the only 1911 options in my area are Sprinfield, S&W, and Kimber. So as best I can tell, Springfield is the only option in my price range.
Thanks for your assistance.
I was leaning towards the Mil-Spec, but am having a hard time figuring out what differentiates it from the G.I. model that is $140 less. Do any of you no of any differences other than cosmetic between these two pistols?
Also, would these pistols be worth customizing over time? What I mean is, can I upgrade parts over the next few years to make my "Dream 1911?" I would like to blow the bucks on a TRP right now, but my wife isn't going for it, so perhaps the overtime route would work best for me.
By the way, in my area, the only 1911 options in my area are Sprinfield, S&W, and Kimber. So as best I can tell, Springfield is the only option in my price range.
Thanks for your assistance.