Springfield Operator in 9mm. Completely rebuilt by Integrity Arms in Ohio including a Nighthawk barrel. Then sent to Chuck Rogers for his golfball front and rear strap treatment. I LOVE this gun
I have a lightweight full size 45. It carries like a dream! Not to muddy the waters further lol. Also have a ltwt 45 commander. If you don't plan on putting a TON of rounds through it ltwts are awesome.
However if you aren't going to carry it the steel frames are more enjoyable to shoot.
Is the ACW 9mm as well? Just sold mine last night to pay for a Volkmann, the ACW was the softest I've shot yet, wondered if that would hold up in 45...
Them NHC TR 9mm are what dreams are made of. Their smoke nitride finish is the best feeling finish I've ever had.
As for a 9mm in the 1500is range, I always vote used Baer if you can be patient, if you want it asap used Dan Wesson. But the buy once cry once philosophy says save to 2k and and...
As most have said there are plenty out there to drool over. I've had Nighthawks that I love and some that felt like a Kimber. Ed Brown builds a fantastic 1911 and their Special Forces models can be had on the used market for a "reasonable" amount.
I have heard and seen enough about Cabot's...