Really depends on what the OP wants to do with it. Odd plinking then RIA is fine. 9mm great. Home defence, I would look at 45.
If heavy use and competition, then you are going to be looking into fit, barrel fit, safety alterations, sights, etc.
I competed with 9mm and 40S&W 1911's (most of...
Was told by an reseller, importer, that STI is going to focus on 2011's only in the near future? All 1911's are being phased out?
A shame if its true.....