I would agree with the people/dealers who have/had experience(s) with Kimber 1911 pistols...
First Gen model Kimber 1911's were excellent 1911 pistols with fit, finish, material quality and general
customer service back then !
Now unfortunately, the same does not hold true, fit, finish, and material quality have gone way down
over the years, the same holds true for their customer service...Too bad.
Seems like: Dan Wesson, STI, Les Baer, and a few others (custom and semi custom builders) are the
only single stack 1911's and double stack (STI 2011's) brands worth buying these days that are USA
made and boast very good fit, finish, and material quality...
Good luck anyway with your trade/purchase...