Springfield or Kimber?

Tubbs · 05-29-2005, 21:24

This is more of an opinion poll than anything else, but I thought this would be the appropriate spot for it.
I was wondering which you gentlemen prefer, Kimber or Sprignfield 1911's. I've done my homework on both, but I wanted the opinions of people who I feel have a worthwhile opinion to give on the subject.

**The Reaper** · 05-29-2005, 21:48

What do you want to do with it, and which models are you comparing?

Or are you just trolling?

TR

Tubbs · 05-29-2005, 23:33

Well, right now I am comparing the new Springfield Operator to the Kimber Warrior (wich is essentially what the MEU(SOC) pistol is). Mostly I use these pistols for general shooting and defense. However, I am also trolling to the extent that I am interested in general feedback as well. I have already research both models quite exstensively on their respective websites, but I am currently the only person in my social circle that has actually used a pistol by either company. I was hoping to broaden my knowledge of both without a bunch of marketing BS.

Tubbs · 06-24-2005, 16:50

Ok... I just found out what trolling is in the context of an online forum. So I guess I wasn't trolling. If I could get one of the medical professionals on this site to help me get my foot out of my mouth again that would be great. I suppose I should reconsider my desire to join the SF community until I have the Grey Man approach down...
Anyways, I didn't buy either. I decided to go for a Sig GSR.

**Team Sergeant** · 06-24-2005, 16:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tubbs

Ok... I just found out what trolling is in the context of an online forum. So I guess I wasn't trolling. If I could get one of the medical professionals on this site to help me get my foot out of my mouth again that would be great. I suppose I should reconsider my desire to join the SF community until I have the Grey Man approach down...
Anyways, I didn't buy either. I decided to go for a Sig GSR.

Do more reading, then try a few weapons on the range.

Weapons are like cars (I've said this before) everyone has their own preference.

We're not American Handgunner writers, we're soldiers. We're not paid to compare weapons, we're paid to use them.

TS

Tubbs · 06-24-2005, 17:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Team Sergeant

Do more reading, then try a few weapons on the range.

Weapons are like cars (I've said this before) everyone has their own preference.

We're not American Handgunner writers, we're soldiers. We're not paid to compare weapons, we're paid to use them.

TS

Unfortunately most gun stores don't let you go for a test drive before buying. At least I haven't found one that does. I was just wondering if anyone owned either model (or make) and had any thoughts or opinions. Dropping over 1k on a gun is pretty significant. I had exhausted my literary resources so I looking for other avenues of gathering information. I own a Kimber (after doing my homework I thought I was getting the best) but I was a bit underwhelmed by it. I was hoping to avoid doing the same with some personal feedback.
Barring that I decided to forgo both and get a Sig GSR. I figure at least I've never had anyting but positive experiences with Sig-Sauer firearms.
I put it on layaway though to let it stew for a bit. Buyer's remorse is a bitch. Especially when a cool grand is on the line.