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I've loaded 5 thousand or so of the Berry's 100 gr Flat base bullets using 2.8 grains of Titegroup. They shoot extremely well at 7 yds out of a Sig 232

1911 - There is a reason that its still going strong after 100 years.

Is this a joke? Steel guns passe? It must be a joke.

My favorite is my Ed Brown Special Forces. I carry it every day and shoot it weekly.

I am an Ed Brown owner. I typically answer the question in this way - If you love the 1911 and have owned several Colts, Kimbers, etc etc over the years, by all means get an Ed Brown. You will appreciate the difference between the Ed Brown and all the other 1911's you've owned. If this is...

When shooting a handgun light loads will typically print higher than full power loads. The reason for this is that when using full power loads the bullet will exit the barrel earlier during the recoil cycle......in other words as the barrel is rising as a result of the recoil, the full power...

Out of the bunch listed I would pick Springfield. Other than that I would pick Ed Brown.........based on my experience.

Full length guide rods? I tried a couple of them back in the 90's............I consider them a complete waste of money. None for me thanks.

Federal has used silver primers for as long as I've been reloading. 30+ years

There is no centerfire autoloader that has a better trigger than the 1911.

As you pointed out, the 1911 is easier to carry concealed due to it being much thinner than the USP. As far as reliability goes - if your 1911 isn't reliable just fix it so that it is reliable. Problem solved.

It takes about a minute and a half to replace an extractor on a 1911.

There isn't anything wrong with my 1911's.

I typically fire 250-500 rds a week through my carry gun. I've yet to have my first failure in close to 15k rounds. That's peace of mind enough for me. I don't let my gun go 2000 rds between cleanings and lubing any more than I let my truck go 50,000 miles between oil changes.

What practical purpose is there in requiring a carry handgun to go 2000 rds without lubrication? Most guys I know don't shoot 2k rounds in 5 years through their carry guns.

I don't mix different lots of the same powder. No reason to do it. Its just as easy to let the hopper get empty and then fill it up with powder from the new can.

Personally, I hate collet bushings. You can order one that is made to the dimensions of your barrel and slide from EGW. It will still probably require some light finishing with emery cloth but it is not a big chore.

In my opinion, Les Baer makes the best 1911 that can be purchased for $1500 NIB. If you are willing to spend a little bit more you can get an Ed Brown............which I like a little better than the Baer. I've owned both and you can't go wrong with either gun.

3.7 gr of Bullseye and a 200 gr SWC will pile the brass up at your feet with an 18lb recoil spring. The same load behind a 185 gr SWC will not eject reliably.

I fire an average of 250-300 rds/week through my 1911 and I use Mobil 1 5w30 every 100 rds or so on the frame rails and a light coat on the rest of the moving parts during a detail strip every 3,000 rds or so. Personally, I prefer oil to grease.