I am debating spending some cash on a high end 1911. I’m torn between the two. Anyone on here own the mentioned 1911’s in the topic of discussion?
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I own several of each as well as from all the other semi custom makers
The build quality of all of the big five (EB, WC, NHC, GCI, LB) is comparable. There are some differences in build philosophy but they are all very very good.
WC is much more understated than NHC. The latter has many more models, some of which are fairly flashy. WC is much more conservative in their design.
Also keep in mind that WC will only allow you to customize within reason. For instance, IIRC they will only do 25
!@#$ thing crashed while I was typing, added more. Feel free to PM me if I can be of help. MI Gunslinger is the guy to buy from when you are ready.
Baer are good for their prices. But their work is crude. Uneven checking, poor small parts quality (slide stops/thumb safety), and lousy carry bevels. Some more frequent issues I've seen are slide notch peening and barrel lug failures in low round count (under 5,000).
And if you want good customer service, best of luck. There are stories of Les calling people assholes and sending them on their way.
I’ve heard they like to blame the customer now that you say that.
Of the two, I’d get an STI 2011.
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