Southern6er
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- Sep 25, 2007
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I'm new to firearms having just started collecting milsurp rifles last year. My wife bought my Kimber for me for my birthday, so I started with a 1911. I can appreciate the classic design, modern materials, and consistent performance mine has.
While I appreciate the 1911's design, I also like the newer designs, not just by Glock, but by Springfield, Walther, Beretta, S&W and others. Not a 1911 snob here, just what I got first.
While the Glock may carry more, for some people, that wider grip design may cause problems. The single stack of the 1911 actually makes CCW a bit easier. The 4" barrel on my Kimber and the single stack grip conceals nicely - even my wife and son couldn't see if I was wearing or not.
The higher cap mags/pistols can be an issue for some to carry, so to each their own. The key is to get what works reliably and accurately for YOU. The smaller grips of the 1911's work well for me, but that doesn't stop me from wanting other makes and models!
While I appreciate the 1911's design, I also like the newer designs, not just by Glock, but by Springfield, Walther, Beretta, S&W and others. Not a 1911 snob here, just what I got first.
While the Glock may carry more, for some people, that wider grip design may cause problems. The single stack of the 1911 actually makes CCW a bit easier. The 4" barrel on my Kimber and the single stack grip conceals nicely - even my wife and son couldn't see if I was wearing or not.
The higher cap mags/pistols can be an issue for some to carry, so to each their own. The key is to get what works reliably and accurately for YOU. The smaller grips of the 1911's work well for me, but that doesn't stop me from wanting other makes and models!