Price for a custom built 1911

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I am contemplating having a completely custom 1911 built for me.

There is a builder here in SE Virginia that seems to have a good reputation, who builds using Caspian frames and slides. The folks at Caspian reportedly think a lot of him.

I'm not interested in a fancy weapon, just a good looking, very tight, accurate, reliable carry.

I was thinking about a Commander size, all steel 1911 with combat sights, and maybe a bobtail, but that's about it.

Is it fair to even ask what I should be expecting to pay for such a beast?

What should I be thinking about before I talk to the smith?