FoMoGo
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You would be surprised how easy a full sized 1911 is forgotten with a good belt and holster... and I honestly dont notice the compact.
Jim
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1911 for everyday carry What,s Best
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Hey FoMoGo.....
I have a brand new Taurus 1911.....well, actually I've had it for a month or so. Very interested in what leather setup you're using? Don't mean to get this train off its track but it sounds like you're one satisfied camper with your setup!
Thanks,
I have a brand new Taurus 1911.....well, actually I've had it for a month or so. Very interested in what leather setup you're using? Don't mean to get this train off its track but it sounds like you're one satisfied camper with your setup!
Thanks,
Col. Jeff Cooper, first disciple to John Moses Browning, carried a Lightweight Colt Commander for normal carry, at least toward the end of his life. This is at the upper end of your limit or slightly above it. It would be my first choice. Second choice the SW PD model (4.25 inch model) which is also alloy framed and at your upper limit. I would recommend either of these. If you want one with rails (yuck), then Springfield Armory makes the Lightweight Champion Operator -- not sure about the price.
Some people carry full size (or government) all steel 1911s. However, a lot of people prefer an alloy framed pistol as the weight makes a difference over the course of the day. While some can conceal a 5 inch barrel, I have some trouble with this (I'm short). Anything with less than a 4.25 inch barrel has a greater chance of reliability problems. I'm not saying there aren't reliable guns with short barrels, just that there's a much greater chance for problems. This is not debatable -- a fact. I own two short barreled 1911s so I like the concept. I traded a third because of reliability problems. So,unless you're willing to run this risk and have to have the gun tuned or to trade it, stay away from anything less than 4.25 inches.
RIA -- good rep for an entry level gun but it is all-steel, good rep for customer service (CS).
Taurus -- spotty reputation for quality, poor CS rep. Does not have lightweight frame.
Kimber -- makes attractive and accurate guns but, in recent years, increased problems. Notorious for needing hundreds of rounds to break-in and so-so CS. A little above your price point.
Colt -- Rock solid base gun. Works out of the box, though not the most accurate gun out there. Good CS. At upper range of price range.
Dan Wesson -- Good quality guns, good CS. A little beyond your price range and don't offer lightweight frame.
SW -- Has an unusual safety system but it seems to work. Good rep for the guns and good CS.
Springfield -- Good rep for guns, good rep for CS. Has an internal lock which some don't like but it is nearly invisible.
Some people carry full size (or government) all steel 1911s. However, a lot of people prefer an alloy framed pistol as the weight makes a difference over the course of the day. While some can conceal a 5 inch barrel, I have some trouble with this (I'm short). Anything with less than a 4.25 inch barrel has a greater chance of reliability problems. I'm not saying there aren't reliable guns with short barrels, just that there's a much greater chance for problems. This is not debatable -- a fact. I own two short barreled 1911s so I like the concept. I traded a third because of reliability problems. So,unless you're willing to run this risk and have to have the gun tuned or to trade it, stay away from anything less than 4.25 inches.
RIA -- good rep for an entry level gun but it is all-steel, good rep for customer service (CS).
Taurus -- spotty reputation for quality, poor CS rep. Does not have lightweight frame.
Kimber -- makes attractive and accurate guns but, in recent years, increased problems. Notorious for needing hundreds of rounds to break-in and so-so CS. A little above your price point.
Colt -- Rock solid base gun. Works out of the box, though not the most accurate gun out there. Good CS. At upper range of price range.
Dan Wesson -- Good quality guns, good CS. A little beyond your price range and don't offer lightweight frame.
SW -- Has an unusual safety system but it seems to work. Good rep for the guns and good CS.
Springfield -- Good rep for guns, good rep for CS. Has an internal lock which some don't like but it is nearly invisible.
deltaroc
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I have had my Para Ordnance Slim Hawg for 4 months, I carry it just about everywhere I go either in a Hume IWB or a Hume JIT Slide. Nice looking, small and deadly accurate. I have fired all brands of ammo, JHP and Ball, all cycle fine, not a single ftf or stovepipe. For the money, just what I expected! Darn nice looking too!
DawgFvr
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.45 ACP is a great round...Browning designed this subsonic round for a 5 inch barrel for optimum potential. Anything less than a 5 inch barrel, IMHO, is sub-par.
If you decided to actually attempt to conceal a full size .45 ACP...good luck. They work great in OWB configuartion with a Sam Brown pistol belt.
Christ...if I am going to lug something that large, I'll just strap on my .357 mag revovler.
If you decided to actually attempt to conceal a full size .45 ACP...good luck. They work great in OWB configuartion with a Sam Brown pistol belt.
Christ...if I am going to lug something that large, I'll just strap on my .357 mag revovler.
FoMoGo
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I carry my RIA Match in a Bianchi Carrylok holster on a fairly sturdy belt at between 3 and 4 o clock.
I strap it on when I get dressed and put it on the nightstand when I go to bed, 12-17 hours a day on my hip.
And for a comparison, this is a High Standard Crusader Compact in a suitably sized Bianchi Carrylok.
Jim
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altitude_19
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If you really mean ALL DAY carry:
Most 1911s can run around 40oz. IMO, any all-day carry gun over 32oz in unacceptable. Sounds like you need an alloy model. Have you looked at the S&W 1911 SC? I carry a Scandium revolver daily (J frame or N frame) and the stuff seems pretty darn sturdy (and LIGHT). S&W lists a 1911 SC for over $1000 but I saw one that should still be on gunbroker for around $730 yesterday.
Most 1911s can run around 40oz. IMO, any all-day carry gun over 32oz in unacceptable. Sounds like you need an alloy model. Have you looked at the S&W 1911 SC? I carry a Scandium revolver daily (J frame or N frame) and the stuff seems pretty darn sturdy (and LIGHT). S&W lists a 1911 SC for over $1000 but I saw one that should still be on gunbroker for around $730 yesterday.
FoMoGo
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No problem, I know quite a few people who have spent hundreds of dollars on holsters and not found the right one.
What I carry wont be the right choice for everyone, or perhaps most... but it works very well for me, and there is a chance that someone who has similar needs and weaponry could find a good carry setup and save a few bucks if my setup looks inviting.
Jim
What I carry wont be the right choice for everyone, or perhaps most... but it works very well for me, and there is a chance that someone who has similar needs and weaponry could find a good carry setup and save a few bucks if my setup looks inviting.
Jim
MP3Mogul
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I carry a RIA Tactical Match .45 full sized. It's been 100% right out of the box and the price will not break you.
GunNut
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S&W 1911PD or DW CBOB, IMHO.
I've had a 1911PD and it was a great gun, but got sold for some stupid reason. I plan on picking up a CBOB sometime by summer, once all of my evil black guns are finished.
I've had a 1911PD and it was a great gun, but got sold for some stupid reason. I plan on picking up a CBOB sometime by summer, once all of my evil black guns are finished.
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