It can be hit and miss. My most reliable trouble free S&W was their Gunsite 1911, while a $2,500 Melonite 1911 from the Perf Ctr I bought for competition had two trips for warranty work. I have a Perf Ctr 629 (the stainless steel 1/2 lug with 7.5 barrell) and it has been trouble free and a joy, while a 627 5" had to be tuned.

I've since gotten rid of all the S&W's except the 629 for hunting (great rig with a Leupole 2x20). So besides the 629, I am down to the Glocks I have related to LE duty as required by my agency, and a Wilson 1911. I am considering a Perf Ctr .45 revolver in order that I don't bring any more calibers into the mix.