I have owned three 1911's now. A Colt Series 70 was used. A brand new GI Model Springfield, and a Citadel that I bought off of a member here. All chambered in .45 ACP. No problems with any of them.
None or Very Minor. Worked fine out of the box.
Minor. Required minor "tweaking" or repair I was able to do myself.
Moderate. Required warranty repair or gunsmith work to fix.
Severe. The gun just would not work even after repairs were attempted.
I've never owned a 1911.
I have owned three 1911's now. A Colt Series 70 was used. A brand new GI Model Springfield, and a Citadel that I bought off of a member here. All chambered in .45 ACP. No problems with any of them.