Only your wallet will be able to decide that but if you are going to buy a brand new one for a special occasion, the Premier Grade is worth the price for me due to the premium fitted grips, brushed finish, the warranty and better rear sight. The biggest contributor to the premium price tag is the grips. You will never find better fitted grips anywhere. If you were not a fan of those grips and like the rubber ones, then I might opt for the field grade.

The Field grade I own was purchased used and it was a fantastic deal that I could not pass up. If I were purchasing new, there is no question that I would choose the Premier.