Posted: 5/5/2009 4:47:33 PM EDT
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I have been fixed on getting a TRP for about 6 months now (non-rail, Armory Kote, fixed sight model). I recently started considering a Wilson CQB. The extra $1000 is not a big deal for me, because I'll have this pistol for life. The wife unit is on board also, because this is a present for getting my dream job. I just want to know what everyone thinks, whether the Wilson is WORTH the extra money. Uses will be IDPA and concealed carry. I know if I got the Wilson I would feel like I got one of the best, and the risk for buyer's remorse would be very low. If I get the TRP, I will always lust after the Wilsons. I know both companies stand behind their products, just looking for some tidbits to influence me one way or the other. Does anyone own both and prefer one over the other?
Now if I could just find some .45 ammo for sale 
And no, I'm not gonna get both (for now) |
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You are talking about 2 guns that are at 2 TOTALLY different levels of quality> Not that the TRP is a bad piece, but there is much more work put into the WIlson. Why not do a apples to apples pick? Why not consider a Springer Pro? Good point, but I can have the TRP or the CQB in my hand this week. The Springfield Pro would, as far as I know, be a considerable wait. (let me know if I'm wrong on that) I guess the SA Pro would be a better competitor to the Wilson, but I'm looking to make a move soon. |
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Since I only own a Wilson I am in line with the others..... It really is as nice as you hear...... Now if only I could shoot as well as it can  That's what is really leading me to the Wilson. No bragging, but I can shoot pistols and have won my fair share of local matches (with a Glock  ), so I am very interested in what the accuracy of the Wilson can do for my shooting.
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If anyone has a line on a used CQB I'm all ears!
I'm looking at a NIB CQB at Buds. But it has an ambi safety and it says wood grips. My 2009 Wilson catalog says single sided safety and G10 grips. I wonder why the one at Bud's is set up that way. I think I'd prefer a single sided safety for IWB carry, but then again I've never carried a 1911. |
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If anyone has a line on a used CQB I'm all ears! I'm looking at a NIB CQB at Buds. But it has an ambi safety and it says wood grips. My 2009 Wilson catalog says single sided safety and G10 grips. I wonder why the one at Bud's is set up that way. I think I'd prefer a single sided safety for IWB carry, but then again I've never carried a 1911. The two 1911's I carry IWB have an ambi safety. I have never had my safety disengage accidently. Oh and OP, get the Wilson. |
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You answered your question in your first post - you've got the money, and you want the Wilson - go for it! :)
I just acquired a used CQB from a member here via the EE - You won't regret getting the Wilson. Unless you want to buy new and customized to your specs, keep an eye out for used. There are good deals to be had out there. You just have to find them. There have been about 4-5 CQBs available on the used market within the last month. If you can find one at a fair price for both you and the seller, you'll save a bundle by buying used. I personally dislike the feel of the ambi safety. I wouldn't spend that much on something that I would immediately want to change. Get one in the configuration you want, and you'll be more satisfied with it overall. ;) |
and eventually buy one anyway . I would get the CQB Elite|
I really like the TRP and the extra $1000 would go along way toward magazines, ammo, training and any custom work you might want.
That said...it sounds like you want the Wilson and trust me on this, buyers remorse sucks. On the Optics Forum people are fond of saying "buy once, cry once;" meaning pay the expensive money and take the kick in the nuts now and then you'll never look back. Buy the TRP and you may always be thinking about the "what if". I know, I really wanted a Kimber Warrior when I was in college but I could never afford it...so I ended up buying a Springfield Mil-spec and I was never happy with it, bought it for $600 and sold it for $475. Then I bought a Kimber Custom II for $750...while I love the gun I spent at least $200 on it so far and I want to spend more, something I doubt I would have done if I had just bought the Warrior. Buy once, cry once. Get the Wilson. |
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If you don't mind the extra $1000, get a Professional. This way, at least, you'll have a gun that shoots factory ball ammo into tight groups instead of patterns.  A good friend of mine has a Wilson 1996A1 (The Kimber put together by Wilson) and a Tactical Supergrade. Both will do 1" with good ball ammo.
I know youre probably harping on Wilson, but in case your including the TRP. Heres what mine does at 25yds with craptastic WWB. 
Not too shabby for a $1200 pistol. ETA Get the Wilson if you can afford it, then you know youre not leaving anything on the table. |
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If you don't mind the extra $1000, get a Professional. This way, at least, you'll have a gun that shoots factory ball ammo into tight groups instead of patterns. A good friend of mine has a Wilson 1996A1 (The Kimber put together by Wilson) and a Tactical Supergrade. Both will do 1" with good ball ammo.
I know youre probably harping on Wilson, but in case your including the TRP. Heres what mine does at 25yds with craptastic WWB. http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q217/machinegun74/25yd.jpg Not too shabby for a $1200 pistol. ETA Get the Wilson if you can afford it, then you know youre not leaving anything on the table. Why don't you compare apples to apples. A Tactical Supergrade and any custom jobs Wilsom may have done are not the same as a run of the mill CQB which has a loosely fitted barrel and bushing. |
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Here is an evaluation done by Dave Anderson for American Handgunner:
Accuracy was good, if not exceptional. Five-shot groups at 25 yards ran from 2" to 3", most in the 2.5" range. This isn't quite as good as my Wilson Master Grade LTD. which will sneak down to the 1" range with its favorite loads, but it is certainly adequate.
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