That was the cause of the delay in the Delta Elite's production schedule. Colt Customer Service stated they had a lack of acceptable accuracy problem with the 'bull' bushingless barrel setup. The 'new' Delta Elites will be manufactured with the traditional barrel/bushing arrangement. This new generation is generally similar to the previous version. Colt has announced the re-introduction of the Delta Elite at the 2008 SHOT Show. The 10mm round has had a resurgence with outdoorsmen and as a defense round. It is also credited as being the first weapon since the ill-fated Bren Ten that sparked a genuine interest in the 10mm round. The stainless steel Government model version has recently been reintroduced. A Delta Gold Cup model was also offered for target competition. Colt manufactured both stainless steel and blued versions with 8-round magazines. It is similar to the M1911 in design and operation. The Colt Delta Elite is a modified Colt M1911A1, series 80 configuration, chambered for the 10mm Auto. But right now, the Kimber wins.Various Sheriffs and Law Enforcement on the United States borderĬolt's Manufacturing Company based on a John Browning designīlue, Stainless, Enhanced, 10/40, Bright Stainless

But the Rail Gun fits your brief of dependable and sturdy just that bit better. The Rail Gun is a more logical starter 1911,though.Īs I mention in the post, the Gold Trophy is a great all round gun with some competition mods that I personally like. Again, it’s almost down to the price and how we feel at the time. There the Colt Gold Trophy came out on top. I might adapt this post, or this might just be a special offer that isn’t there long, but I also have this post on $2000 1911s you might like to read. I think this makes sense, the DW will be the third or fourth gun you buy, and I love the Bruin, but start with the best of the staples! The SA TRP is a fantastic thing a well, but it would still be behind that Kimber that you can find winning this post. You can’t go wrong with a Colt Combat Rail Unit or a Colt Gold Trophy either for a dependable gun.ĭan Wessons are fantastic, but the Kimber or Colts would be my top two for a dependable, first pistol.

That, to me, gives it the win, but it’s tight. The Kimber Royal Combat II is on sale at $1,699 on Euro Optic. Funny you should ask that question, I have just found a new answer myself.

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