The Colt's of today are just freaking outstanding. They're WAAAY better than the vaunted "Series 70" (the most overrated Colt's ever). The build quality is more like pre-Series 70 guns, but the bluing just isn't as nice as it used to be. Mostly because they do a little less polishing, and now use a new bluing solution that is a bit more matte in appearance.
But when it comes to actual shooting. Current products are more reliable, and generally more accurate. Triggers are better, sights are better, and most of the internals (not all) are still made in the old way. Personally, I think Colt has been flat killing it for the past 15 years, and they're just getting better.
