New gun thoughts.

[SALK]

I am thinking abOut getting a Springfield operator 4" barrel. Does anyone have any experience with this weppon? This will be a daily carry weapon since someone broke into my place and stole several things including my PX4

[SALK]

I take it no one has experience with this weapon?

[hipower]

I bought a used Litewight Loaded Operator about a year ago. Blue, 4" model. It had seen better days..scuffed and neglected. Even so, it shot well and accurately. I have put maybe 500 rounds thru it since and has never failed me. Of course a good thorough cleaning was performed and I had a Local shop's smith check it over for me.

Are you getting new or used? Either way, Springfield makes good weapons...from mid-range entry level 1911's to some really nice custom guns that can run into several thousand ++. Just check it over, and if you're like me with only a rudimentary knowledge of wear levels and indicators...have a good gunsmith check it out.

Hope this helped.

[Guest friesepferd]

I know plenty of people who shoot and carry that gun. It is very accurate and reliable.

[Almond27]

I own a Springfield Lightweight Loaded Champion and the gun is more accurate than me by far. Springfield is one of the few 1911 makers I'm not scared to buy. They stand behind their stuff.

[SALK]

Thanks for the input fellas. I will be buying the gun new.

[Jasongar8]

I've shot the 4" lightweight Operator. It was very accurate and reliable. For the most part you can buy a Springfield 1911 without much worry.