I've had a RIA 1911 for awhile and like it just fine. I got a GREAT deal on it from a local pawnshop. I already had a Kimber Custom II, so the RIA was my second 1911.
If you've really got your eye on a higher-end 1911, just save your money and buy it first. Personally, I'd hold out 'til I had enough for a Kimber. Nothing wrong with an RIA, but I definitely consider my RIA to be more of just a blaster.

If you've really got your eye on a higher-end 1911, just save your money and buy it first. Personally, I'd hold out 'til I had enough for a Kimber. Nothing wrong with an RIA, but I definitely consider my RIA to be more of just a blaster.