I'm biased but I would spend a little extra cash and get a Springfield Armory 1911. They have several models and price ranges to choose from. And they have the absolute, hands-down, best warranty in the business. If you ever, ever have an issue with your weapon, they will pay overnight shipping both ways and fix your gun fast and for free. Even if the weapon is second hand or 50th hand, as long as it has Springfield Armory on it they will honor their warranty.