I think it will end up coming down to what I fin the best deal on
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But... Really? For a real-live carry gun on which you might, at some point, bet your life and the lives of your loved ones? I hope you find a good deal on the right gun.
It does not HAVE to be a top shelf 1911 to be trusted. I Know my uncles Taurus 1911 is nearly unstoppable and more accurate than I wouldve ever thought. But you cant tell me if you were in a SHTF situation and the only two pistols you could find were an RI 1911 or a Springfield TRP PRO 1911 that you or anyone would choose the RI.