Wilson Combat 1911 .45 for how much? no way! no really, that much?

[rockhopper46038]

Actually, it likely will. Although the person shooting it has quite a bit of input as well.

 

[VERT]

I would love to see that Wilson and know what was done to it. $7100 would have to be some sort of SuperGrade. I can say that the people I know who own and shoot Wilson's appreciate their guns. I had the opportunity last spring to be able to get very fair trade in value for a bunch of pistols towards a Wilson Tactical Elite with some options. It is my favorite gun to shoot and carry.

 

[MikeDVB]

Wait... You carry a 1911 now Nate? If you're going to carry one ... WC is the way to go.

 

[Cameramonkey]

The gun is for sale at the indiana gun club in fishers..along with sever others for 4-6k...

...along with the $15,000 O/U shotguns. I will never understand how a simple shotgun could command THAT much without being gold plated. Maybe I'm just a simple man, but more than 5k for a shotgun seems a bit ridiculous... unless its a rare antique, handmade or owned by a dead famous person, etc. Even then who cares if Elvis, Hitler, etc. owned it? If thats the case it should be in a museum somewhere. (Note: I'm not impressed by autographs, etc.)

 

[MikeDVB]

...along with the $15,000 O/U shotguns. I will never understand how a simple shotgun could command THAT much without being gold plated. Maybe I'm just a simple man, but more than 5k for a shotgun seems a bit ridiculous... unless its a rare antique, handmade or owned by a dead famous person, etc. Even then who cares if Elvis, Hitler, etc. owned it? If thats the case it should be in a museum somewhere. (Note: I'm not impressed by autographs, etc.)

There are golf clubs that cost this much and they have far fewer moving parts...

 

[churchmouse]

I have shot my fair share of Wilsons and the rest. Yes they are really well made and a joy to just fondle. As to shooting "Better" than my 1911's....once past the mystique of wielding a 3K plus 1911 they group up just like mine do. Of course, the gun is only as good as he who wields it.

 

[MikeDVB]

I have shot my fair share of Wilsons and the rest. Yes they are really well made and a joy to just fondle. As to shooting "Better" than my 1911's....once past the mystique of wielding a 3K plus 1911 they group up just like mine do. Of course, the gun is only as good as he who wields it.

The only thing I noticed on mine beyond any other 1911 that I've handled is that it feels 'smoother' [hard to quantify] and hasn't had any failures over the first few thousand rounds.

 

[churchmouse]

The only thing I noticed on mine beyond any other 1911 that I've handled is that it feels 'smoother' [hard to quantify] and hasn't had any failures over the first few thousand rounds.

A fit/finish thing. Contact points are finished off with no tool marks remaining. The internals are all done up the same way. Attention to details result in what you observed.....smooth as silk. That is what you are paying for.

 

[VERT]

Wait... You carry a 1911 now Nate? If you're going to carry one ... WC is the way to go.

Yes. Most of the pistols you saw at NRA Basic Pistol were mine. I traded/sold a bunch of pistols to be able to afford the Wilson. I continued to carry a Glock during the transition. I have recently acquired a scandium framed SW1911PC. After some testing I finally decide to retire my Glock 23 to the safe. The Smith and Wilson are now my carry guns. I do still keep a J frame around as well.

I will still drag the Glock to classes so that I can make fun of Gordon.

 

[MikeDVB]

Haha ok .

I still have the same 1911 I had when I was in your class .

 

[churchmouse]

Yes. Most of the pistols you saw at NRA Basic Pistol were mine. I traded/sold a bunch of pistols to be able to afford the Wilson. I continued to carry a Glock during the transition. I have recently acquired a scandium framed SW1911PC. After some testing I finally decide to retire my Glock 23 to the safe. The Smith and Wilson are now my carry guns. I do still keep a J frame around as well.

I will still drag the Glock to classes so that I can make fun of Gordon.

I love that model S&W. Had 2 of them and they found new homes but I would own another.

 

[SERparacord]

I would love to see that Wilson and know what was done to it. $7100 would have to be some sort of SuperGrade. I can say that the people I know who own and shoot Wilson's appreciate their guns. I had the opportunity last spring to be able to get very fair trade in value for a bunch of pistols towards a Wilson Tactical Elite with some options. It is my favorite gun to shoot and carry.

This one is close to it in price.

Wilson Combat Tactical Supergrade Compact
.45ACP
Color case hardened frame
Turnbull High Polish Charcoal Blue slide and small parts
Flush cut / reverse crown barrel
Flute barrel chamber
Countersink slide stop
Round butt frame
Slide top serrations
Checker rear of slide
Tritium front sight
Unotch rear battle sight
Ambi safety
French Walnut grips
Sterling silver grip medallions
List price $6680.00 SOLD!

 

[SERparacord]

This one sold 18 month ago, so it's price is lower. Wilson raised his prices last January.

Specifications:
5" Wilson Classic
.45ACP
Reverse Two Tone with Stainless slide and Baron Blue frame with Fire Blued small parts
Bullet proof ambidextrous upgrade package
Top of slide serrations
Rear of slide checkered
Speed Chute
Hand engraved slide
2 magazines

Wilson's Supergrade Master Pistolsmiths only built 5 of these guns.
What makes it truly unique is that it comes with a set of Historic George Washington grips made from a Horse Chestnut tree that George Washington himself planted.
Grips come with a letter of authenticity. The gun also comes with a set of Walnut grips mounted on the gun.
List price $6375.95 SOLD!

 

[cmamath13]

Wilsons are fine guns. I have fired a few, but do not own 1. I hope to own one some day. Not in my price range currently.

 

[richardraw316]

I was gun shopping today and found a new wilson combat 1911 .45 with a price tag of $7100. I did ask if that was a misprint. The young man assured me it was correct and went on to say that similar models have sold very well in the same ballpark on price. I'm all about charging a price that the market will bear. I believe in capitalism 100% but someone please help me understand what makes wc pistols worth that much. I have had several guns worked on by very qualified gunsmiths with outstanding result for many times less then the cost of this gun..someone please help me understand..I'm all ears..

a fool and his money are soon parted.
I have fired a Wilson combat and was left very unimpressed. It felt like a bunch of small parts in my hand instead of single unit. It felt worse than the umarex regent 350 cr that I had ,but that pistol was worked on by Allenm, and he is a better Smith than Mr Wilson in my opinion.

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

I understand Wilson's track record and his popularity...

But I still don't "get" paying that much for what is, essentially, only a semi-custom firearm.

For a full-custom - sure. Knock yourself out.

I'm for sure not in his target market anyway.

-J-

 

[Fordtough25]

I'd love to own one but I can't justify anything like that at this point in my life. My G19 does the same thing as far as my needs go.

 

[in625shooter]

While Wisons are good they are not THAT good or that much better. If that's what you like that's what you like but what strikes my about "most" that think they have to have a Wilson in 2 words is Prestige/Elitism. JMHO

 

[MikeDVB]

Why do people pay $200,000+ for a car, or $100,000+ when a $10,000 car will get them from point A to B just fine.

Same reason people buy a $10,000 or $5,000 1911 instead of a $1,000 1911.

Don't have the money? You likely won't see the point.

 

[Mark 1911]

I've never owned a Wilson, but am looking forward to owning one soon. It's been 22 months since I placed my order.

Think I'll give them a call and find out when that bad boy is supposed to show up.