As someone who has been searching for a 1911 since last year and has gone over most of the name brand options thoroughly, I personally feel that the Taurus PT1911 and Ruger SR1911 offer the best price to features ratio.

That being said, I'll be getting the Ruger since Taurus doesn't offer a 1911 in 10mm Auto, and besides, I'd prefer my 1911 to be American made since it's an American handgun design.

Oh, and to all those who would poo poo a Taurus yet recommend a Remington, you may want to look up Remington's current CEO Anthony Acitelli and his recent employment history, it may surprise you.