digsigs226
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So I have been wanting to jump on the 1911 bandwagon for quite some time now, and currently I've got the hots for the Springfield Loaded Series, more specifically the lightweight bi-tone model. However, I'm a little weary of getting an aluminum framed 1911 (which is somewhat curious, because I'm a Sig owner and an aircraft engineer... but I digress )
Does anyone own both steel and aluminum framed 1911's? How does accuracy (follow up sight re-alignment) compare? How noticeable is the difference in felt recoil? Is the 7 or so ounces worth the hit in material durability?
This will be my first .45, and I intend to use this primarily as a range gun so accuracy is important. Concealed carry is out of the question for the time being, but I may toy with the idea of open carrying it whilst conducting outdoor adventures (I just moved to UT)
Thoughts?
Does anyone own both steel and aluminum framed 1911's? How does accuracy (follow up sight re-alignment) compare? How noticeable is the difference in felt recoil? Is the 7 or so ounces worth the hit in material durability?
This will be my first .45, and I intend to use this primarily as a range gun so accuracy is important. Concealed carry is out of the question for the time being, but I may toy with the idea of open carrying it whilst conducting outdoor adventures (I just moved to UT)
Thoughts?