Custom 1911 in .45 ACP

[scodag77]

I have fallen in love with my 1911’s.  I have Kimber, Sig, Springfield, and Dan Wessons.  I am wanting to step up to a full custom but don’t know where to go to compare.  Is there a place that has more than one option to handle side by side?  I am thinking about Nighthawk, Ed Brown, Les Baer, and Wilson Combat.  Am I forgetting anyone that also fits at this price point?

[aerxx]

Chambers Custom

[scodag77]

On 9/3/2025 at 11:26 AM, scodag77 said:

I have fallen in love with my 1911’s.  I have Kimber, Sig, Springfield, and Dan Wessons.  I am wanting to step up to a full custom but don’t know where to go to compare.  Is there a place that has more than one option to handle side by side?  I am thinking about Nighthawk, Ed Brown, Les Baer, and Wilson Combat.  Am I forgetting anyone that also fits at this price point?

I’m highly considering used as well to save $500-$1,000.  I’m very happy with my used Dan Wessons.

[Yeti]

On 9/3/2025 at 11:26 AM, scodag77 said:

I have fallen in love with my 1911’s.  I have Kimber, Sig, Springfield, and Dan Wessons.  I am wanting to step up to a full custom but don’t know where to go to compare.  Is there a place that has more than one option to handle side by side?  I am thinking about Nighthawk, Ed Brown, Les Baer, and Wilson Combat.  Am I forgetting anyone that also fits at this price point?

Can you tell the forum what part of the state you are located in to help direct you to a shop?  For example, this dealer carries multiple brands but don’t know if you are in NE IL.

 

https://shop.northshoresportsclub.com

[scodag77]

On 9/3/2025 at 8:01 PM, Yeti said:

Can you tell the forum what part of the state you are located in to help direct you to a shop?  For example, this dealer carries multiple brands but don’t know if you are in NE IL.

 

https://shop.northshoresportsclub.com

I am in Plainfield.  I travel for work to Rockford, Wheeling, Lincolnwood, and a few other Chicago suburbs, so I can get to most places in Northern Illinois.  Thanks for the reminder and I’ll make a trip to North Shore Sports Club.  Thanks again!!

Edited September 4, 2025 at 01:20 AM by scodag77
Additional information

[Yeti]

NSSC may have merged with another location so make sure you call to see what’s in stock and where.  They may also have rentals.  Good luck and let us know what you choose!  You might not be the only one pondering this choice.

[scodag77]

On 9/3/2025 at 8:25 PM, Yeti said:

NSSC may have merged with another location so make sure you call to see what’s in stock and where.  They may also have rentals.  Good luck and let us know what you choose!  You might not be the only one pondering this choice.

I checked them out as I was on my way home from Milwaukee, so it was on the way.  They had a nice Wilson Combat but it was on sale for over $3,300.  Very nice feel but a bit over my budget.  I am seeing an older used WC CQB for about $1,800 in a 4" barrel.  That seem like a good deal if it is in excellent shape, or do the older ones tend to go for that much these days?  The picture looks pretty good but there is either a glare or it shows some wear on the upper corner parts of the slide.

[cundiff5535]

Sorry I’m late to the party!  Custom 191-‘s is pretty much where I live in terms of firearms.

 

i have a YouTube channel talking about a lot of this stuff.  Not sure where you’re located but I am always happy to show stuff or even let folks shoot or handle some of the very best in terms of real custom firearms.

 

If anyone wants to follow and sub I am always posting new content in terms of tip of the spear custom work!  Also happy to share any additional insight if folks are curious.

 

https://youtube.com/@bobby_cee?si=oCb2NxY7HFSzAEY7

[davel501]

These guys in Libertyville had a lot of nice 1911s last time I was in https://www.justtargetguns.com/firearms/

[Monty80]

@scodag77

 

If you are looking for a brand new Wilson, drop me a line. I can get you taken care of at a price well below normal retail that you won't find with anyone else. Those on here that have done business with me will tell you that you won't find it cheaper anywhere else.

[scodag77]

Is there a particular model or models that you have for sale?

[Monty80]

@scodag77

 

I sent you a message.