CBOB?
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I tote mine anywhere I can carry. The bobbed frame helps, but the amount that it does depends drastically on body type, holster, and what kind of clothes are being worn. I can tell a difference, but a lot of folks say they don't notice any difference between it and a standard MSH/frame. Just depends I guess. I prefer it. YMMV.
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Cougfan2
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I carry my CBOB almost every day. The bobbed frame helps a little bit as far as printing goes, but that wasn't the primary reason I got it. I just liked the way the bobbed frame fit my hand. Still trying to find a holster I like for it. Galco Summer comfort is OK, but I'm not a huge fan of IWB holsters for pistols this size. I have a Milt Sparks Axiom on order that should show up in December. Can't wait to try it. Have a Galco Silhouette that I don't particularly like. Never carry it anymore.
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This is one firearm I have my eye on as well...
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My COB Review and updated DW pages:
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http://www.angelfire.com/amiga2/czid/CBOB.html
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http://www.angelfire.com/amiga2/czid/DW.htm
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http://www.angelfire.com/amiga2/czid/CBOB.html
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http://www.angelfire.com/amiga2/czid/DW.htm
I love the CBOB. The bobtail grip does eliminate the sharp corner which sometimes causes printing problems. I also like the feel of the bobtail grip. Some don't. You need to handle one to decide for yourself. By the way, I think this is a very well made 1911. It has a number of high quality parts from Ed Brown, but costs half as much as a semi-custom like an Ed Brown or a Les Baer (much less in the case of a Baer). If you like the 1911, it's hard not to like the CBOB.
stonehenge69
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I own or have owned Brown's, Wilson's, Baer's, Kimber's, Colt's, and DW's.
(Four of which are Bobtails).
As far as I'm concerned, the Dan Wesson CBOB is by far the best "bang for the buck".
It's not in the same class as some of the others, but for the money, I don't think anything else out there can touch it.
YMMV.
(Four of which are Bobtails).
As far as I'm concerned, the Dan Wesson CBOB is by far the best "bang for the buck".
It's not in the same class as some of the others, but for the money, I don't think anything else out there can touch it.
YMMV.
MICHAEL T
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Bob tail feel better in my hand than any of my 7 Colts 1911's That rounded off corner is nice when shooting It does conceal a little better on me I carry out side pants in a UBG holster and that sharp edge is gone on my shirts now I wear t shirts 99% of time
Its not a gimmick Like the front cocking serrations or full length guide rods
May be you should try shooting one mr 17 posts
Its not a gimmick Like the front cocking serrations or full length guide rods
May be you should try shooting one mr 17 posts
kdstrick
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I, too am intrigued by the CBOB and other Wesson 1911's. Negative comments on them are extremely rare and positive feedback is very, very common.
I'd love to have one.
I'd love to have one.
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the CBOB feels the same in my hand as any other 1911. probably because i have small hands that don't fill in the bobbed area.
True I have been a member for some time but have not posted much. Those who know don't talk and those who talk don't know.
Soooooo, opinions only count if all you do is sit around typing on your key board? If on the other hand you actually shoot (allot) and compete (a life time), its meaningless. (Dreaming sequence........If I were only a real Operator then I would have the time to help guide every one else). Besides that comment was for Lancer, he posed the question. You stated your opinion as I did mine.
Your from Dixie, your skin should be thicker than that.
Soooooo, opinions only count if all you do is sit around typing on your key board? If on the other hand you actually shoot (allot) and compete (a life time), its meaningless. (Dreaming sequence........If I were only a real Operator then I would have the time to help guide every one else). Besides that comment was for Lancer, he posed the question. You stated your opinion as I did mine.
Your from Dixie, your skin should be thicker than that.
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although the hudge only has a miniscule amount of posts, he is indeed free to express his opinion. and as much as i like Full length guide rods (because you do get an ever so slight bit of weight up front.) its mostly a gimmick, and as cool as it makes you look cocking your gun with front serrations it is also a gimmick, i do see how theoretically a bobbed gripcould help print less, i have concealed a full size govt model with little problem, i was just looking for peoples experences
Really depends on body type.
I think bobtails are "cool", but they do nothing for me in reducing printing, nor do I have problems with the grip poking into my side.
Even if you don't consider the bobtail, the DW CBOB is a really nice and affordable pistol for all the custom parts and finish work.
I think bobtails are "cool", but they do nothing for me in reducing printing, nor do I have problems with the grip poking into my side.
Even if you don't consider the bobtail, the DW CBOB is a really nice and affordable pistol for all the custom parts and finish work.
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