Interesting. Colt has introduced a finish available from Kimber and Springfield for years. I like Colts, and the new look, but admit the price is quite a bit higher than I was expecting. Styles, features and finishes to fit every 1911 buying niche. But I guess Colt top management knows what's best for us.
I agree with Willie though, I would not expect any difference in fit between the standard Colts and the high end ones.
A true believer Colt man Loves the "Battle Rattle" fit of component parts. I guess I don't qualify as a Colt true believer quite yet. Even my SCGs featured "relaxed" barrel/bushing/slide/frame fit, loose drop-in triggers with razor sharp edges at top and bottom, etc. The SCGs were nice looking guns, with a nicer finish, and better grip safety fit than other recent production Colts I've owned. Just as one should expect on a considerably more expensive pistol IMHO.......ymmv