stchman
Member
Hello all.
I have heard many a 1911 user say to carry their 1911 in Condition 1.
Is there a big advantage to carrying a 1911 with the hammer cocked and safety on vs. hammer uncocked (Condition 2)?
Since a vast majority of 1911s are SAO I see no advantage.
I had a 1911 guy tell me that he carries his 1911 in Condition 1 because it is the best way.
I figure if you draw your 1911 in Condition 1 then you will need to flip the safety off with your thumb.
If you draw your 1911 in Condition 2 then you will use your thumb to cock the hammer back.
Both methods require your thumb to actuate something on the pistol.
Let me know your thoughts.
Thanks.
I have heard many a 1911 user say to carry their 1911 in Condition 1.
Is there a big advantage to carrying a 1911 with the hammer cocked and safety on vs. hammer uncocked (Condition 2)?
Since a vast majority of 1911s are SAO I see no advantage.
I had a 1911 guy tell me that he carries his 1911 in Condition 1 because it is the best way.
I figure if you draw your 1911 in Condition 1 then you will need to flip the safety off with your thumb.
If you draw your 1911 in Condition 2 then you will use your thumb to cock the hammer back.
Both methods require your thumb to actuate something on the pistol.
Let me know your thoughts.
Thanks.