Are these used "Gun Show" Colt 1911s worth the money? I found one this morning that was pretty abused. Actually the frame looked OK...but the top of the gun was a mess. Barrell, slide, spring, retainer, and rod were all in pretty bad shape. Asking price was $425. If I were to buy this gun, after I get it back from the gunsmith...how much will I have in it just to get it back into shooting condition? I know you can't be exact...You guys that are really "pros" should be able to give me a ballpark idea...maybe I should just go buy a new one for the money...But the money isn't just it ya know? To take one of these old guns and put it back into shape I think would be really cool. What do you guys think...is it worth it?
Thanks,
Pike
Thanks,
Pike