Well, Im an ex owner.
Ive had a Ranger and a Trojan both 45's. Id say they are one of the best deals around. At 900-1000$ they are pricey.
Ive had Custom Norincos, Kimbers etc.....nice 1911's according to all who held or shot them and the STI's were the king. My old man has had Baers and such and the STI's were impressive to him and shot as well as the guns that cost 2 times as much.
You can spend 6-800$ for a mid grade Kimber or spent a tad more and get a very very nice gun.
Shoot well.......Eric