Honestly with any airsoft gun its a hit or miss, regardless of the price tag or manufacturer. Ive seen them all break from the 100 dollar starter guns to the 1500 dollar PTW's.
Also funny you should mention the Socom 1911, as i have it as well and actually just finished an article comparing the 2 pistols for the next issue of Tactical MilSim.
You'll have to wait to read it for the comparison but I think you'll enjoy the read.