I own several 1911's of different manufacturers; Springfield, Kimber, Ruger, all great guns and all accurate but for absolute quality--(NH). They are all great guns; but NH has it all.
My Nighthawk Thunder Ranch is the best gun I've ever shot. Have Sigs, Glocks, Smiths, Kimber, and none of then can come close to my TR. It's beautiful, accurate, easy to carry, and fantastic feel when shooting.
What part of Pa. are you from? Viet Nam vet. Was a Glock man for years. Got first 1911 couple years ago and have been collecting them since. Have three Nighthawks and a Thunder ranch soon to be delivered. My favorite carry is officers Kestrel 45. Great looking, accurate, smooth, and comfortable...