I have two Kimbers, I know people who have Kimbers, and nary a word about problems.
Taurus? I have heard from many who have had problems with them.
I own 4 Taurus handguns, I have had all 4 for years, fired thousands of rounds through them and never a problem with any of them. I know other Taurus owners, and while I know some Taurus firearms breakdown, the guys I know have never had problems with them. I haven't had the pleasure of firing a Taurus 1911, but if they are as good as the models I do have I would have no problem buying one or recommending them to others.