Good to hear Barge! I'll probably go shooting tomorrow morning at the local range (after I get more dog food, I'm out again). Everytime I go, I can't help but take a peek at whatever they might have on consignment, so the range, if it can be done, may well be worth the investment. Every Sunday morning they also have a one hour free coffee thing so everyone shows up, gets jazzed on coffee and talks guns, CCW holsters, etc. They also do CCW training there but I'm betting IL. still doesn't allow it.
Have you thought about dealing in the Rock Island Armory 1911's? I picked one up months ago and am very happy with it. The only FTF I had was with an aftermarket mag. They are very reasonably priced (I paid 425 out the door), reliable and more accurate than I expected. Plus, they make great builder guns and would bring more business to the gunsmith.
