[buzz_knox]

I've found a NIB enhanced 5" Colt .38 Super for $549, and a 1991 .38 Super for $639. Any suggestions as to which way to jump? Is there a quality difference between the two? Either one will eventually become the base for a 9x23mm.

 

[Mute]

If it's for a base gun why pay more? The quality of the frame and slide (most important) should be the same. Congrats on your pending purchase.

 

[Hoser]

I personally like the roundness of the 1991A1. There's no reason you couldn't negotiate this down to match the other's price.

 

[buzz_knox]

How does the SA Mil Spec .38 Super compare to the 1991? Would it make just as good a base gun as either of the ones I indicated, for even less (currently about $525)?

 

[Mute]

Depends. How do you feel about the series 80 safety? How do you feel about the SA grip profile? Quality wise I have to say it's a close call. Both company's gun will serve you well for a base gun.

 

[45Colt]

Buzz:
Does the enhanced have a beavertail grip safety, and the 1991 doesn't? Videcki trigger vs. the standard Colt plastic one? If the enhanced has these features, and you would want them on your finished gun (regardless of caliber)get the enhanced. $90 for those two items, already fitted is a bargain. HTH
Walt

 

[mike_p]

On 2001-05-23 20:09, 45Colt wrote:
Buzz:
Does the enhanced have .......and you would want them on your finished gun (regardless of caliber)get the enhanced. $90 for those two items, already fitted is a bargain. HTH
Walt

I just purchaced a 1991a1 commander as a base gun but looking at the Springfield "loaded" champion (approx $39) more
I find myself wondering if I made the correct decision.

Just my 2 pennies.