Anyone considering a cheaper 1911 should check out Dawson Precision. They have entry level STIs for $645. These cheaper models are manufactured overseas, but quality-checked here. STIs are comparable, if not superior, in quality to Kimbers. And the ones manufactured here start at around $1,000, which will probably be my next purchase.
http://www.dawsonprecision.com/Categ...oncealed+Carry