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Posted: 10/4/2015 8:57:47 AM EDT
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Springfield Pro.
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Posted: 10/4/2015 9:33:57 AM EDT
[#2]
the pro.
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Posted: 10/4/2015 10:18:17 AM EDT
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I've owned both.
Professional hands down. I owned a nighthawk 10-8 in the past. Both nice. Professional is nicer |
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Posted: 10/4/2015 11:22:30 AM EDT
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I have an NH GRP and a Heinie Tactical, as well as a Pro.
The NH has more "features", the Pro is smoother and tighter and more refined feeling. All have been reliable and, as far as accuracy goes, there's nothing in it; they're all better than me. If you can get one at around retail, $2600 or so, then it's a good chunk cheaper than a NH too. Springfield CS is unfaultable, NH, well, read the section over on 1911forum. Let's call it a mixed bag. Just to throw a monkey in the works, a Guncrafter No Name runs around the same as a Pro....Mine is rather nice and I would take it before a NH... |
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Posted: 10/4/2015 12:42:07 PM EDT
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I have an NH GRP and a Heinie Tactical, as well as a Pro. The NH has more "features", the Pro is smoother and tighter and more refined feeling. All have been reliable and, as far as accuracy goes, there's nothing in it; they're all better than me. If you can get one at around retail, $2600 or so, then it's a good chunk cheaper than a NH too. Springfield CS is unfaultable, NH, well, read the section over on 1911forum. Let's call it a mixed bag. Just to throw a monkey in the works, a Guncrafter No Name runs around the same as a Pro....Mine is rather nice and I would take it before a NH... I was also thinking GI as well. Thanks for info |
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Posted: 10/4/2015 1:40:15 PM EDT
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I don't own a Pro but I own 2 TRPs and my close friend is issued a Pro with FBI SWAT.
Solid gun shoots great. I also have a Nighthawk Predator and that gun is a laser. Tough call for me too. |
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Posted: 10/4/2015 6:30:36 PM EDT
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If one of the options is "SA Pro," the answer is "SA Pro."
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Posted: 10/4/2015 11:21:41 PM EDT
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Pro for sure. My second choice would be an Ed Brown SF.
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Posted: 10/5/2015 7:20:37 AM EDT
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I'm going with Nighthawk, I own two along with Les Baers. Nighthawk all machined parts no mim or castings better finish and their customer service vastly improved lately. I bought mine used & saved considerable amount of money over new. Nighthawk will stand behind their products even if you're not the orginal owner. With that said I have a TRP & wouldn't mind a Pro someday.
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Posted: 10/5/2015 3:11:58 PM EDT
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And go When you get to that quality level of pistol, it is just personal choice. YMMV. JD |
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Posted: 10/5/2015 4:26:00 PM EDT
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I have never owned either one, but have handled a few of each.
With the Pro, you get the cachet of "HRT uses these." This translates into better resale value. Downside: it comes like it comes. No substitutions or variations. Nighthawk offers a near-infinite array of options, so if you're really dead set against (say) 20 LPI checkering, that's a tick in their favor. If the Pro works for you, I'd say go for it. |
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Posted: 10/5/2015 7:30:42 PM EDT
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I have never owned either one, but have handled a few of each. With the Pro, you get the cachet of "HRT uses these." This translates into better resale value. Downside: it comes like it comes. No substitutions or variations. Nighthawk offers a near-infinite array of options, so if you're really dead set against (say) 20 LPI checkering, that's a tick in their favor. If the Pro works for you, I'd say go for it. The SA PRO is also -accurate -incredibly well-made -affordable if you wait the two years -durable -unimaginably reliable SACS employs some of the finest gunsmiths in the country (many people don't even realize they are a custom shop) and their Custom Shop 1911s are incredibly well made--on par with WC, NH, GI and EB. |
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Posted: 10/5/2015 8:00:58 PM EDT
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The SA PRO is also -accurate -incredibly well-made -affordable if you wait the two years -durable -unimaginably reliable SACS employs some of the finest gunsmiths in the country (many people don't even realize they are a custom shop) and their Custom Shop 1911s are incredibly well made--on par with WC, NH, GI and EB. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I have never owned either one, but have handled a few of each. With the Pro, you get the cachet of "HRT uses these." This translates into better resale value. Downside: it comes like it comes. No substitutions or variations. Nighthawk offers a near-infinite array of options, so if you're really dead set against (say) 20 LPI checkering, that's a tick in their favor. If the Pro works for you, I'd say go for it. The SA PRO is also -accurate -incredibly well-made -affordable if you wait the two years -durable -unimaginably reliable SACS employs some of the finest gunsmiths in the country (many people don't even realize they are a custom shop) and their Custom Shop 1911s are incredibly well made--on par with WC, NH, GI and EB. I'd say NH and SACS are close enough to parity as makes no difference as far as workmanship is concerned. I know SACS has two APG members, Chambless and Williams (assuming they're both still there, I haven't spoken to either one in about 10 years). Say what you will about the APG but they do parse applicants' guns pretty thoroughly. |
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Posted: 10/5/2015 8:18:50 PM EDT
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Pro all day.. easy day.
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Posted: 10/5/2015 8:33:40 PM EDT
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I'd say NH and SACS are close enough to parity as makes no difference as far as workmanship is concerned. I know SACS has two APG members, Chambless and Williams (assuming they're both still there, I haven't spoken to either one in about 10 years). Say what you will about the APG but they do parse applicants' guns pretty thoroughly. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I have never owned either one, but have handled a few of each. With the Pro, you get the cachet of "HRT uses these." This translates into better resale value. Downside: it comes like it comes. No substitutions or variations. Nighthawk offers a near-infinite array of options, so if you're really dead set against (say) 20 LPI checkering, that's a tick in their favor. If the Pro works for you, I'd say go for it. The SA PRO is also -accurate -incredibly well-made -affordable if you wait the two years -durable -unimaginably reliable SACS employs some of the finest gunsmiths in the country (many people don't even realize they are a custom shop) and their Custom Shop 1911s are incredibly well made--on par with WC, NH, GI and EB. I'd say NH and SACS are close enough to parity as makes no difference as far as workmanship is concerned. I know SACS has two APG members, Chambless and Williams (assuming they're both still there, I haven't spoken to either one in about 10 years). Say what you will about the APG but they do parse applicants' guns pretty thoroughly. I have one of the first Pro's available to the public, a new Railed Pro, and a PC9111 on order. My favorite NH was the 10-8. They can still build you one kinda like it. |
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Posted: 10/6/2015 1:38:24 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/6/2015 4:58:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Springfield Pro. /the end. |
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Posted: 10/7/2015 1:09:37 PM EDT
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Guncrafter. But of those two, Springfield
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Posted: 10/8/2015 9:50:56 AM EDT
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You can probably guess what way i'm going to tell you to go.
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Posted: 10/8/2015 10:16:45 AM EDT
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You can probably guess what way i'm going to tell you to go. http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b543/Bobby_Vick/2DEA255D-6904-453E-A965-81197CFD2237_zpsdhvhvbap.jpg I happen to know someone with a matching set like that 
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Posted: 10/8/2015 3:57:38 PM EDT
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You can probably guess what way i'm going to tell you to go. http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b543/Bobby_Vick/2DEA255D-6904-453E-A965-81197CFD2237_zpsdhvhvbap.jpg 
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Posted: 10/8/2015 5:15:21 PM EDT
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While both are excellent pistols SA Pro would be my choice.
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Posted: 10/9/2015 2:00:22 AM EDT
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You can probably guess what way i'm going to tell you to go. http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b543/Bobby_Vick/2DEA255D-6904-453E-A965-81197CFD2237_zpsdhvhvbap.jpg Damn,just Damn. 
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Posted: 10/9/2015 7:46:37 AM EDT
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You can probably guess what way i'm going to tell you to go. http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b543/Bobby_Vick/2DEA255D-6904-453E-A965-81197CFD2237_zpsdhvhvbap.jpg
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Posted: 10/9/2015 11:21:38 AM EDT
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All Thanks goes to Chase45. He is the one that got me hooked on the pros. I will not own any other 45 1911 but a pro. After recently shooting a Wilson Tactical Supergrade I can say that with 100% certainty.
and With the New Grips.  |
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Posted: 10/9/2015 2:19:16 PM EDT
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I personally dislike 20lpi checkering, but if I ever happen upon a Pro at a good price, I would probably whip the credit card out. They are really nice looking pistols.
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Posted: 10/9/2015 2:32:43 PM EDT
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I personally dislike 20lpi checkering, but if I ever happen upon a Pro at a good price, I would probably whip the credit card out. They are really nice looking pistols. Man I love that rough texture on a .45 Helps keep everything down under recoil and shooting fast. Id really love to feel what 15lpi feels like. |
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Posted: 10/9/2015 4:08:08 PM EDT
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Man I love that rough texture on a .45 Helps keep everything down under recoil and shooting fast. Id really love to feel what 15lpi feels like. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I personally dislike 20lpi checkering, but if I ever happen upon a Pro at a good price, I would probably whip the credit card out. They are really nice looking pistols. Man I love that rough texture on a .45 Helps keep everything down under recoil and shooting fast. Id really love to feel what 15lpi feels like. The 15lpi 90deg on the Guncrafter No Names is not as sharp as the Pros 20lpi 60deg. It's very grippy without being as abrasive. |
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Posted: 10/9/2015 4:17:56 PM EDT
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Man I love that rough texture on a .45 Helps keep everything down under recoil and shooting fast. Id really love to feel what 15lpi feels like. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I personally dislike 20lpi checkering, but if I ever happen upon a Pro at a good price, I would probably whip the credit card out. They are really nice looking pistols. Man I love that rough texture on a .45 Helps keep everything down under recoil and shooting fast. Id really love to feel what 15lpi feels like. I think you'd really enjoy the feel of Chuck's balls in your hand. 
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Posted: 10/9/2015 4:29:53 PM EDT
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I think you'd really enjoy the feel of Chuck's balls in your hand. <a href="http://s241.photobucket.com/user/kemays/media/yy6_zpsaa0ko18r.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff35/kemays/yy6_zpsaa0ko18r.jpg</a> Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I personally dislike 20lpi checkering, but if I ever happen upon a Pro at a good price, I would probably whip the credit card out. They are really nice looking pistols. Man I love that rough texture on a .45 Helps keep everything down under recoil and shooting fast. Id really love to feel what 15lpi feels like. I think you'd really enjoy the feel of Chuck's balls in your hand. <a href="http://s241.photobucket.com/user/kemays/media/yy6_zpsaa0ko18r.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff35/kemays/yy6_zpsaa0ko18r.jpg</a> |
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Posted: 10/9/2015 5:06:32 PM EDT
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I think you'd really enjoy the feel of Chuck's balls in your hand. <a href="http://s241.photobucket.com/user/kemays/media/yy6_zpsaa0ko18r.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff35/kemays/yy6_zpsaa0ko18r.jpg</a> Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I personally dislike 20lpi checkering, but if I ever happen upon a Pro at a good price, I would probably whip the credit card out. They are really nice looking pistols. Man I love that rough texture on a .45 Helps keep everything down under recoil and shooting fast. Id really love to feel what 15lpi feels like. I think you'd really enjoy the feel of Chuck's balls in your hand. <a href="http://s241.photobucket.com/user/kemays/media/yy6_zpsaa0ko18r.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff35/kemays/yy6_zpsaa0ko18r.jpg</a> 
I see what you did there
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Posted: 10/9/2015 5:36:25 PM EDT
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I keep meaning to send a frame off to him one of these days when he's doing a batch of golfballs.
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Posted: 10/9/2015 11:04:36 PM EDT
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I would prefer a Pro.
The only factory pistol I'd rather have over a pro is a Colt Special Combat Government. |
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Posted: 10/10/2015 10:27:53 PM EDT
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I don't own any Springfield products. I do have a Night Hawk Custom Enforcer in 10mm. Best 1911 pistol I've ever owned.
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Posted: 10/11/2015 3:48:38 AM EDT
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I don't own any Springfield products. I do have a Night Hawk Custom Enforcer in 10mm. Best 1911 pistol I've ever owned. You should shoot my Springer 10mm. |
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Posted: 10/11/2015 7:48:15 AM EDT
[#36]
Get Both. It may take several years depending on your financial situation, but then the worst you have to decide is which one to get first.
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Posted: 10/11/2015 7:28:27 PM EDT
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Having sold and shot Springfield and Nighthawk I would go with the Pro.
I owned a Nighthawk for a day and now I own a Springfield Custom Carry. I'll refrain from bashing anyone. If Nighthawk has stepped their game up since I last paid attention (three years ago) then they'll both be great guns. The pro may keep its value better. |
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Posted: 10/12/2015 6:33:02 AM EDT
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Springfield Custom shop is one of the best kept secrets in the semi custom world. I would put my custom carry on par with Willson.
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Posted: 10/12/2015 5:06:43 PM EDT
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Springfield or Colt! The rest are just copies.
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Posted: 10/12/2015 5:39:43 PM EDT
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Springfield or Colt! The rest are just copies. lol... there is nothing original about Springfield Armory except the name. |
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Posted: 10/12/2015 7:16:05 PM EDT
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lol... there is nothing original about Springfield Armory except the name. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Springfield or Colt! The rest are just copies. lol... there is nothing original about Springfield Armory except the name. No, but their SACS guns are the tits and very reasonably priced 
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Posted: 10/17/2015 1:40:23 AM EDT
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You can probably guess what way i'm going to tell you to go. http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/b543/Bobby_Vick/2DEA255D-6904-453E-A965-81197CFD2237_zpsdhvhvbap.jpg I happen to know someone with a matching set like that I will have a matching set in May, it's been a long wait. |
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Posted: 11/15/2015 11:09:50 PM EDT
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That pro is so sexy. Congrats on a fine pistol.
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Posted: 11/16/2015 11:13:27 PM EDT
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<a href="http://s490.photobucket.com/user/206f4i/media/Mobile%20Uploads/467520DE-CE4E-4145-927C-1C7FD7061D81.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr266/206f4i/Mobile%20Uploads/467520DE-CE4E-4145-927C-1C7FD7061D81.jpg</a> Man I like them both.... But that Nighthawk is definitely my speed |
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