I was mentored by a gunsmith who also employed me during some of my college years. He built me a 1911 as a graduation gift, and I shot many thousands of rounds through it. Very accurate, extremely reliable, and plenty of stopping power. I hadn't shot a pistol in 7-8 years, and walked on to a range for a local competition. Shot 5 "practice" rounds, then out-shot 2/3 of the field. Guess some of my muscles have long memories...
If I'd been raised on Glocks, I'd be out there happily making lots of holes all over targets. If that's where it's at for others, I hope they enjoy it. For me, it's best when I just make one jagged hole.
I also enjoy the history involved - over 100 years, and still the same core design. The heft of the weapon, the fat cartridge, the single stack magazine, the smooth recoil, the 1911 Experience....well, I also ride a Harley. Nothing else even comes close.