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Customer Reviews for Dan Wesson 01986 DW Valor 45 ACP 5" 8+1 Tritium Night G10 Grip Stainless


Dan Wesson 01986 DW Valor 45 ACP 5 8+1 Tritium Night G10 Grip Stainless Buy Now

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Daniel L B on 04/06/2022
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I have had many 1911 pistols & this Valor is my favorite. Very well made & very accurate. I would stake my life on it. Accurate & reliable. The sights did take some getting used too, however, since I am used to 3 dot sights.

Scott G on 04/05/2022
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Awesome service from Buds as usual. Fantastic fit and finish. The most accurate of all my 1911's, consistently puts two rounds almost thru the same hole accurate. You can't go wrong with this one.

Harold R on 07/11/2020
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I'd like to list the pro's and con's of this handgun but really the only con I can find would be that if you don't like 1911's... This is a fantastic handgun! Accurate, with a great trigger, and has been 100% dependable with all my handloads... Anyone looking for a top tier 1911 should strongly consider a Dan Wesson. I can't see how you would ever be disappointed.

Jesse M on 07/01/2020
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

If you are on the fence about this one don't be just get it. Every person who has shot this gun has offered to buy it on the spot. Fantastic fit, finish and function. I think you would be hard pressed to find a better made gun in this price range.

Ronald H on 03/06/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Dan Wesson Valor stainless; This gun exceeded all my expectations in fit and finish. A truly high quality firearm for the money! The gun runs flawlessly, no malfunctions. The Valor is extremely accurate. It is an exceptional firearm for the Money. You would have to pay way more to get a better gun!! And of course Buds was exceptional Too!!! Love It!

Neil C on 03/03/2018
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I've always wanted a 1911. So I did my research and decided on a dan wesson valor.Everyone that had top tier 1911s (night hawk,les baer,ect...) said to buy a valor.I was not disappointed.I shot and compared it to a well broken in les baer and it ran exactly the same. I say well broken in cause the les baer was so tight out the box the slide would get suck until about 1000 rounds or so.This gun is everything I expected and more!!! Fit ad finish was amazing! If you are looking for a 1911 with the quality of a custostom 1911, look no further buy a dan wesson.This was my first time buying a firearm online and I'll never buy another gun from anywhere else but Buds! The price is right and shipping was fast.

Taylor C on 12/27/2017
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I was told you can't go wrong with Dan Wesson. My first firearm purchased on reputation alone. I'd never held one in a store. I'm proud to say the Valor reached all my expectations. Fit and finish is second to none, 300 downrange in a week without a single hiccup. I can't wait to feed it more. I was considering this and the heritage, but I was sold on the frontstrap checkering and the upgraded rear sight. I'm very pleased with my decision. I feel the checkering, though aggressive on first grasp, really adds to a perception of a great strong hand grip. Very happy with my first 1911. Buy once, cry once.

William G on 03/17/2017
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Have not shot it yet but wow what a well built quality gun! Made me forget about my Colt Gold Cup Trophy which is nice.... thanks again Buds quick delivery as always!

Tim F on 02/18/2017
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I looked around and researched buying this Dan Wesson Valor 1911 and other 1911s for quite awhile. Eveytime I went to look for the best price, it was always Buds. I love this gun . What blew me away was that I ordered it online from Buds on Tuesday and my FFL called me on Thursday to let me know I could come pick it up. Took just two days !!. The gun case and contents were in perfect condition. I can't imagine going anywhere else but Buds

Ted M on 08/06/2016
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Paid for on a Tuesday and picked it up Thursday at my FFL in Cincinnati. This 1911 is just as great as all the reviews i've been reading and watching for a long time now. I had a Heritage model and I think that it is the best 1911 you can get for around $1,000.00 but i wanted the front strap checkering and a little nicer finish. The valor I found out is more than that. It is tighter than the Heritage I had and the overall quality is amazing. I shot it at the range today and had Zero malfunctions and I was very pleased that it made me seem like a better shooter than I am. I started with a ruger 1911 and sold that for a Sig traditional 1911 then traded that for a Heritage to sell that a get the Valor. Each one was better than the one before. I love this Valor.

Forrest B on 07/05/2016
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Simply amazing 1911! No doubt the top production model. If you are looking for a top quality 1911 in the 1500$ range this is your handgun! Trigger job is beautiful and the tolerances are super tight fit & finish. Truly impressive piece.

Robert P on 06/01/2016
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Fit and finish on the Valor 1911 is high quality. Not a flashy firearm but it is very accurate. Trigger pull and break are consistent and predictable. Weight and balance are comfortable. Initial range work indicate that the firearm is dependable and accurate. Cleanup after range work was not difficult. I put both re-loads and factory ammo through the piece without issues. The firearm is as I expected for one at this price point.

Steven S on 06/12/2015
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is a high quality and very accurate weapon. Mine arrived defect free and it is now I guess officially broken in with 500 flawless functioning rounds. I have read some amateur reports of galling but I personally believe that is operator care malfunction. Use the supplied oil during break in which should last at least ten cleanings then use manufacturer recommended oil sparingly.

Michael W on 01/11/2015
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

The Dan Wesson Valor is now the most well-crafted gun I own. It shot flawlessly at the range using low-cost Armscor ammo.I look forward to shooting it for many years to come.

Thomas G on 11/15/2014
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

Excellent firearm. 300 rounds with only a single malfunction in the first few mags fired. Very reliable. I had to take a star off for DW's customer service because there was a nasty burr in the frame (that doesn't affect function) and some rust spotting on the barrel which arrived liberally coated in oil, although the gun was very recent manufacture and sold as a premium gun, not as a blem, and DW didn't want to hear about it. The pistol's overall build is tight as a drum, all tolerances seem to be absolutely perfect.

Jim H on 10/17/2014
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Fit and Finish is really good. The trigger pull on this 1911 is the best of any 1911 that I own (All production 1911s). I have not had a chance to get it to the range yet, but I expect that if accuracy follows the rest of what I have seen so far, this one will be a keeper.

Rodger B on 07/19/2014
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I now own 4 1911s!!! sig scorpion, Springfield trp, Wilson CQB, and now a Dan Wesson Valor. I shot all 4 today (1100 rounds Winchester 230 gr fmj and Blazer 230 fmj) All 4 guns are dead accurate but the Valor gave me the best groups. My Wilson has the best trigger out of the group and the sig is the best value My TRP shoots great but was the only one that jammed on me (twice). The build quality of the DW is every bit as good as my Wilson slide to frame is tight and the controls are excellent. If you want Wilson type quality at a fraction of the price the Valor fits the bill. My TRP has always had a jamming issue (1 jam every 300 rounds or so) and will be sold in the near future. If you cant afford a valor take a look at the Sig Scorpion it is a solid reliable well built 1911

Mike B on 07/08/2014
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Very accommodating, transaction was quick and easy. Communication was good.

Jason D on 12/02/2013
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I have owned Kimbers and Springfield Armory 1911's and while nice, the Valor is just that much better. The fit and finish are superb and the gun is tight, but not overly tight. Trigger is crisp with no creep. There doesn't appear to be any tool marks outside or in. I didn't know if I would like the slim grips but the VZ's are nice and grippy. 25LPI checkering is perfect. All the sharp edges are nicely dehorned. Racking the slide is like butter. If I had a complaint it could only be that the thumb safety is a little sharp on the top paddle. Dan Wesson should round the safety a little bit better. There is also a little side to side play in the grip safety, but it works and is fitted perfectly to the tangs. I had to take some 1,000 grit sandpaper and sand the guide rod and inside the recoil spring plug, to get rid of a gritty feeling/noise while racking the slide. My valor was made in 10/13 and has what appears to be an EGW grip safety and not an Ed brown, but it is a nice part. The Heinie straight eight sights are nice and bright, but I'm not sure I'm personally going to be able to get used to them. This was my first transaction with buds and it went smoothly.

Raymond C on 02/16/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I've purchased several guns from Buds and have always been happy with the price and service. After ordering a Dan Wesson Valor in Stainless I was having second thoughts if I really needed to have a 1911, but after receiving it, holding it, trying the trigger, all I can say is Ohhhhhhhhhh Baby! This is the first handgun I've owned that I won't have to have a trigger job done on. This isn't a gun, it's a swiss watch jewel. The feel of this gun is wonderful and I consider it to be among my finest handguns. I highly recommend a Dan Wesson Valor to anyone who is looking for a top 1911...perhaps the best production 1911 gun on the market. I've heard it beats many of the custom guns costing twice as much. Buy one and you won't be disappointed.

Kevin B on 12/15/2011
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

First, I would just like to say that Buds was great. Customer service was exquisite, and they processed and shipped my order in a very timely matter. The transaction date to the date it arrived to my FFL was 4 business days. Purchase was seemless and I will definitely do business with Buds again. The Valor was received in perfect condition. Build quality was superb and it came as described on the website. I have not been able to shoot it yet, but the gun is flawless. Thanks again Buds.

Daniel D on 11/11/2011
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

The gun was shipped to me in two days in perfect shape. I am more than pleased with the quality of this gun and my decision for selecting this Dan Wesson Valor.

Dan B on 09/12/2011
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This pistol is excellent - from the craftsmanship to the finish, it's outstanding. It shoots great and feels great in hand. It was also a pleasure doing business with Bud's. The transaction was seamless, I received email order updates and tracking info. I could even choose from several local FFL dealers that were already set up with Bud's so I didn't have to go there beforehand to get that part set up. Thanks Buds! Dan B.

Sharif M on 03/03/2011
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

First, Buds was great! I saved about $350 by getting the pistol here as opposed to the overpriced local gun shop. Shipping was very fast and overall it was an effortless, seamless transaction. Five stars for Buds. Now to the pistol: WOW!!!! This gun is the embodiment of 1911 perfection; made all the more astonishing by the fact that it is a production gun. Slide to frame fit is superb and the slide glides effortlessly across the rails. There is no horizontal or vertical play in the trigger at all! Trigger is super crisp with no creep and breaks at about 4 lbs. The small parts are all very high quality with not a single piece of MIM. Shooting the Valor is a sheer delight and turns a poor shooter into a marksman. This gun is perfect out of the box and I can't recommend it enough. At the current price, I think the stainless valor is a better buy than the black one because if you buy the stainless (approx. $400 less) you can have it re-done with a finish of your choice and still have spent less than you would have on the black valor. If you are on the fence, get one at this price while you still can! This is the best 1911 value currently on the market!

Joseph F on 06/06/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I have owned numerous 1911s that include Springfield TRPs, Kimbers, S&W, Colt, and this one takes the cake. This is the most accurate 1911 I have ever owned. The Heinie 8 nightsights are awesome, the match barrel and bushing are tight, and the trigger is the best I have ever felt. The VZ slimline grips may be a bit too gritty for some people, but they work really well at the range. The stainless steel finish is beautiful, but we'll have to see how it holds up being carried. Overall and excellent firearm that I trust enough to be my new duty weapon.

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