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I know this may be a tired topic, but I would really appreciate some feedback.
My FFL is giving me the opportunity to order an XSE GM, Model O1070XSE, for $670 my cost. Or I can order a Colt Cup Blued, Model O5870CS, for $780 my cost. He told me this is $50 above his cost on either pistol.
Are these both Custom Shop pistols?
I really want one that will shoot POA at 25yds out of the box, provided I keep up my end. Am I being realistic?
The only 1911s I own are two Gold Cup MkIV Series 70 NMs. I bought them a LONG time ago. I've have no problems or complaints with them, but the itch to add a new Colt 1911 is bad. Both of these GC S70 NM's are great shooters, but the Elliason rear sight isn't the toughest assembly in my safe.
I know that I am the one who has to decide, but I welcome any input from you more knowledgeable members.
BTW, I did read a lot of past threads and I still can't make up my mind. The GM XSE has both positive and negative feedback. I will use this pistol for duty belt carry and for IPSC/IDPA shooting. Eliason rear sight has never gotten in my way or snagged catastrophically, but I like the Bo-Mar design better. But I don't think the Bo-Mars are available to me in the choices I have now.
Also, I would like to shoot the new purchase for a while before spending a bunch more on mods, if needed. Thanks, and sorry to be so long-winded.
My FFL is giving me the opportunity to order an XSE GM, Model O1070XSE, for $670 my cost. Or I can order a Colt Cup Blued, Model O5870CS, for $780 my cost. He told me this is $50 above his cost on either pistol.
Are these both Custom Shop pistols?
I really want one that will shoot POA at 25yds out of the box, provided I keep up my end. Am I being realistic?
The only 1911s I own are two Gold Cup MkIV Series 70 NMs. I bought them a LONG time ago. I've have no problems or complaints with them, but the itch to add a new Colt 1911 is bad. Both of these GC S70 NM's are great shooters, but the Elliason rear sight isn't the toughest assembly in my safe.
I know that I am the one who has to decide, but I welcome any input from you more knowledgeable members.
BTW, I did read a lot of past threads and I still can't make up my mind. The GM XSE has both positive and negative feedback. I will use this pistol for duty belt carry and for IPSC/IDPA shooting. Eliason rear sight has never gotten in my way or snagged catastrophically, but I like the Bo-Mar design better. But I don't think the Bo-Mars are available to me in the choices I have now.
Also, I would like to shoot the new purchase for a while before spending a bunch more on mods, if needed. Thanks, and sorry to be so long-winded.