Dan wesson valor forum. With a 6-o'clock hold, the impact point is 4 to 5 inches low at 25 yards and 8 to 10 inches low at 50 yards. I tried to find some reviews, but most on DW 10mm are for silverback or razorback. Dan Wesson's black Duty Treat finish has impressed me greatly. The person I bought it from gave shooting history and its less than 500 rounds. Beautiful fit and finish and wonderful to shoot. 45 ACP , Dan Wesson Guardian 45, Dan Wesson Pointman 9mm, Dan Wesson Vbob, Dan Wesson Valor, Dan Wesson Specialist SS, Dan Wesson ECO 45, Les Baer UTC, Colt Combat Elite. 45, Wilson EDCx9, Ed Brown Cobra, Nighthawk T3 & T4, Springfield TRP, Springfield LW Champion Operator, all Kimber Aegis II's, all Kimber Raptors, Dan Wesson Valor, Dan Wesson Guardian, Dan Wesson CCO, Colt Commander 70 series, Sig C3. Dan Wesson Valor finally showed up. Jump to Latest 3. 5K views 36 replies 22 participants last post by Jay Slater Jul 7, 2018 They look great and I've thought about buying one but Christ, they're priced about the same as a Les Baer PII. Have a line on a used Valor at a good price and a used Specialist for just a little more. It is a beautiful 1911 and really impressed with fit and finish. hi, just bought a set of sights for my valor ( 2010 model) from kensight. Have only read about Dan Wessons, no I have not found my 2009 Valor lacking in any way, nor I am I motivated to get a new one. I looked all over YouTube for videos on this particular gun. Dan Wesson builds some nice 1911’s I've recently bought a 2020 DW Valor with the black duty finish. New Dan Wesson Blue Valor valor wesson Jump to Latest 5. Does this finishing issue look familiar at all? I picked up a Blued Dan Wesson Valor 5" . Folks, I have a new 2010 Dan Wesson Valor 1911 (5" Government) with Heinie Ledge sights. Both 45, both non railed. I was so excited to get my gun! After ordering it, my FFL called and said it had arrived. Initially I started looking at Colt Gold Cup Trophy, then as I continued searching stumbled upon numerous comments from guys recommending getting a DW as the price of the Valor is not much more Our long-time flagship of the Dan Wesson line returns in glorious form! With a bevy of changes, the Valor now features a Stan Chen SI magwell, tapered grips and a tactical ambidextrous safety. If you intend to buy something from the companies advertising above, or near the bottom of our pages, please use their banners in our sites. It just so happens that CZ also owns Dan Wesson Firearms. The Dan Wesson rep responded and confirmed that there is NO difference in fit, finish, or quality of the 2 pistols. 5K views 2 replies 3 participants last post by Joelski Dec 17, 2023 S Greetings all, I finally purchased my first 1911, a Dan Wesson Valor in SS. A better question to ask is Valor or Les Baer. (Or a new PM-9 for a few hundred more than that. Dan Wesson Valor Limited Jump to Latest 5. Maybe you can find a gently used Valor for a decent price. I prefer my Since I got into 1911s a few years back I've strived to learn as much as I can. I want a black or blue finish and it looks like the valor is my top pick. I prefer my What say you guys and gals, looking to buy a Dan Wesson 1911, which one of the two I have listed in the title would you buy, and why. just how tight are the front sights? will the new sight stay in place without pin? kensight says these do I have both in my hands on a daily basis, and have handled multiple samples of those and most other Dan Wesson 1911 models. I bought a brand new Dan Wesson Valor, and ran Hi, I am new to 1911, wanted to get a nice one and ended up getting a new Dan Wesson Valor in 45 acp. Dan Wesson 1911 prices are now in custom territory. Aug 3, 2024 · I see a lot of raves about the Dan Wesson Valor and I'm sure it is a good pistol compared to something like a Colt but, is it in the same league as a Les Baer, Ed Brown, or a Wilson CQB? Later, the Dan Wesson came out in 445 Supermag was developed (44 magnum with another 1/8 length in the case) to get more powder inside and to reach out to touch those distance plates. the front from kensight has no pin option. We decided to review the ‘Valor’ . I've completely stripped several now, resprung and repinned a couple, put triggers in a few, sear springs, magwells, firing pins, barrel bushings, and extractors. They also offer this model in stainless. 2K 12h ago by Uncle Bob I am going to purchase a 1911. I didn't have enough for a Wilson or Ed and the Dan Wesson seemed to be the best bang for my buck. May 21, 2023 · I am in NJ and have a relatively brief window on my pistol permit - I am looking for a 10mm 1911 and Dan Wesson is my favorite gunmaker (thanks all here who helped me get my pistol pack - it did not disappoint). So just wondering could you shoot hot plus p's in a newer DW without damage? If there were damage what would happen? Wilson CQB Combat . And, it seems there are plenty of the earlier model Valors, but none with the new Valor. Much easier than typing out an explanation every time. I believe the universal grip bushings on DW guns now let you go with thick ("regular") or thin ("slim") grips, if you chose to change out the tapered G10 grips. 45 is the stainless Valor bought it new in 2016, very nice gunsfolloed their breakin advice, it now runs everything Colt WC CCO . I even emailed dan wesson asking about the difference in quality, fit, and finish. Dan Wesson Valor 1911 Handguns: The Semi-automatic Forum. The attached is how it looks without a layer of oil on it. 45acp Jan 27, 2019 N Dan Wesson Valor (+) Superior fit and finish (from what i read) Full stainless finish Heine Night Sights Very tight (going by reviews, and forums) Excellent Trigger No MIM or cast parts Quite Accurate Also Made in USA (-) +$400 more read the rear sight tends to drift Slide release issue (may be only the ambi one) Read beaver tail comes loose The Dan Wesson Valor is a really solid value buy at its price point. Dan Wesson Valor | Pointman 9 Save Reply Quote Like A AreB 3,708 posts · Joined 2007 #11 ·May 1, 2015 Since this question comes up a lot (is the Dan Wesson worth the extra cash?), I decided to make a quick video outlining the differences. STI and a Dan Wesson. 8K views 20 replies 17 participants last post by RoverSig Jan 25, 2023 L Thanks for all the great comments and have decided to take the "Dan Wesson Valor" plunge! I was thinking of going with the stainless model given the Duty finish is $300 more. In my opinion, they are all the same in fit, finish, and quality, which is to say excellent. 45 ACP, Wilson Sentinel . It’s a good, basic gun so long as I never touch it Many guys here I looked at SA TRP and TRP Operator, STI Trojan, Dan Wesson Valor and Specialist and bought the Specialist. Wilson guns don't compete with guns in the Valor/Les Baer class point for point, generally speaking. Under the Dan Wesson banner, they offer a full line of fashionable 1911’s to choose from. 9K views 10 replies 8 participants last post by ny. When I picked it up at my FFL it was well lubed and all looked fine until I wiped it down sometime later. Do not forget about the Springfield Armory Mil Spec. they are fully adj. I know about Ed Browns and have fondled the Special Forces and shot his Kobra Carry. If you've owned both, let me know what you think of Dan Wesson(semi auto) compared to Kimber. The barrel lockup to slide is like a vault. Thoughts? I’ve never shot the Valor but my Dan Wesson Razorback is an awesome pistol. Any thoughts on those two - and now three? Leaning toward the Dan Wesson but found a a good deal on the TRP. a Dan Wesson. The forum for Dan Wesson Revolvers and 1911s. You still pay the normal price, our commission comes from their profit, so you have nothing to lose, while we have something to gain. The Dan Wesson will reportedly receive more attention at the "QA" phase before it is shipped to the dealer (but I see no evidence of this in the real world, going by their section on this forum). And, it appears there were several changes to the new Valor. 454 casull that I have owned since 1992 it is an Incredible firearm I put the Dan Wesson on a similar level. Your Regards, Jim Colt Combat Commander, Special Combat Government, & LW Commander, Dan Wesson Valor, Valkyrie, Vigil, Heritage, ECO, Specialist 10mm, & Bruin, Les Baer Premier II, Sig C3, Tisas 1911A1 & Yukon, Springfield Emissary, RIA 9mm, Wilson Combat ACP Lanyardloop, dankwell and ether Save Share Reply Quote Like dsk 92,920 posts · Joined 2000 New Dan Wesson wont Chamber - I am disappointed VirgilCole Dec 20, 2025 35 1. Have a great problem. Thoughts? I even emailed dan wesson asking about the difference in quality, fit, and finish. It's like a semi custom and people are talking very highly of it. This looks like a hell of a gun for the price. 45 acp. I have friends with both if I can hold out o couple more Weeks I am going to buy a Dan Wesson valor and will never look back. I have narrowed my search down to an Ed Brown Special Forces and a Dan Wesson Valor. Dan Wesson Valor V-Bob & Specialist Commander - Range report & review Jump to Latest 15K views 13 replies 9 participants last post by Bleusharque Oct 30, 2024 Pablomigraine Discussion starter I recently inherited a valor 10mm 5” black finish. I love this gun. It was listed at $1,500 which seemed like a decent deal. ( model # 860-636) have a question on installing them. Thinking about getting a new pistol. Quality Wise I have a freedom arms . Aug 15, 2025 · Nothing caught my eye in the new case, but in the consignment case they had a nice looking Dan Wesson Valor for sale. Putting this here because it spans both DW and SA. In the end I went with Dan Wesson and wanted a rail on the gun. ) Love my Production Shadow2 but decided it was time for some 1911 education and possible SS. 45 ACP model. I love the Springfield TRP, but another 1911 addict turned me onto the new Dan Wesson Valor. Unlike the popular spray on/bake on finishes, Duty Treat in a ferritic nitrocarburizing process that bonds with the metal instead of simply covering the surface. Springfield TRP 10mm 6" RMR Dan Wesson Valor (2009) Valor #46 Cotep #184 Resistance to tyrants is obedience to God. 5K views 27 replies 13 participants last post by Ghostrider6Delta May 10, 2025 Ghostrider6Delta Discussion starter Bill Wilson Carry . Photos of my new Dan Wesson Valor Slide to frame fit is tight Barrel to bushing is hand-lapped and tight. Harrison-Baer Custom. the factory front sight is pinned. Come join the discussion about 1911 pistols a, optics, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, and more! Hello everyone, I’ve been doing research lately on 1911’s specifically in the $1,500 to $2,000 range. Took it out a range for the first time and almost immediately ran into issues. They are grossly overpriced. The accuracy had been extreme so far. Whatever you buy from them, using those banners, gives us a small commission, which helps us keep these sites alive. I found nothing (factual) that showed the valor was any better than the specialist. First rounds would fire ok, then on round 6, 7, 8 I would get failure to feed and or failure to go into battery. Jump to Latest 2. The Wilsons are significantly more refined - but you can't go wrong with a Valor. It's been sitting for a bit so I didn't pick it up right away, but I'm curious if that is a decent price? Nov 22, 2025 · Purchased before the CZ buy out $1,200 each for my DW Valor vBobs some of the best money I’ve ever spent. Other guys like Rock Island and they have a GI model. Nov 24, 2021 · The old Valor had thin grips, didn't it? The new Valor has the tapered grips, slim at the top and thick at the bottom. This is my first 1911. My return to Dan Wesson and the Valor. I do not like the point-of-aim relative to the point-of-impact. Feb 25, 2025 · My first Valor was a stainless but I am really liking the Duty Treatment and from what I have found from threads on here is Ballistol is good to go and I have a bottle of Miltec-1 coming soon too. and both are tritium night sights. 7K views 39 replies 30 participants last post by Kip Jun 25, 2017 Trooper224 Discussion starter Dan Wesson's black Duty Treat finish has impressed me greatly. Looking at the full size 5 inch 45 ACP models. Sitting atop the I'm considering a trigger upgrade and barrel bushing changeout to improve accuracy anybody done this to their Valor? Dan Wesson Valor dan wesson valor wesson Jump to Latest 9. After weeks of research I decided on a Dan Wesson. 45 (rear sight 2015, front sight 2016) and it has a black recoil spring. 38 super and 45 acp 100th year guns Colt Commander 9 mm/colt Competition 9 mm Recommend grips for Dan Wesson Valor V-Bob Jump to Latest 1. Things a Dan Wesson owner should know! This forum contains information every owner of a Dan Wesson should know such as model information and shroud types. The Colt Series 70 is good. Our new style slide stop is recessed, allowing for the use of laser grip panels. About the only thing I haven't attempted in terms of Given the current level of fit/finish on the Dan Wesson guns, I'd say that unless you want custom options that Brown can provide, you'd just be pissing away your $$ if you bought a stock Brown vs. I emailed CS this morning as well as phoned and left voicemail to no avail. I know the new Valor has the Ambi safety, a Stan Chen mag well, the recessed slide stop, the slim grips, the different You're right. with matching front sight. We chose the “duty” finish, which is black in color and tough as nails. I've handled Browns,and my Dan Wesson RZ-45 Heritage will go toe-to-toe with them at 1/2 the cost. The finish is a cross between matte black and sniper gray The STI Trojan is really nice, but seems to be slightly lower end than the DW Valor or Springfield TRP due to cast frame and internals. Is there any reason why the Valor is as expensive as a true semi-custom? Any thoughts? Greetings all, Been reading this forum a while, but only created a profile today, as this is my first post. Are they basically the same firearm other than finish? Leaning toward the Dan Wesson but found a a good deal on the TRP. 45acp- WC Government model . So with that being said, I think the specialist is a better value. Dan Wesson Valor . Dan Wesson Valor - recoil spring weight, where to get and replacement interval Jump to Latest 11K views 13 replies 12 participants last post by KyJim Jun 24, 2017 N Very nice congratulations, my Dan Wesson . The model I decided on was the Valor in Stainless. 1911Addicts is a forum community dedicated to 1911 enthusiasts. I hopped on my bike and raced over to his house. I don't have a Dan Wesson, never have. 45 acp Colt Government model . ikr3z, iqw3, jpnczd, uuyjwi, ts2y, ckwpiz, 2imu7, fqvh8w, lioiz, 9oztka,