A good 1911 warms my heart.
I have a Kimber Stainless Target that really excels in what's it's built for. Kimber's precise machining makes for an extremely reliable and accurate pistol. The 1911 has very few parts, and its elegant simplicity is pure genius. If you like the stopping power of a .45 and the feel of a 1911, I highly recommend Kimber.
Regarding engraving, do yourself a favor and see what good engraving looks like.
http://www.lindsayengraving.com/
