It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. - The Firearms Forum

marlin795 · 01-16-2012, 01:59 PM

I've been saying glock 30 for my first gun when I get my ccw in June. But I recently shot and fell in love with a Springfield armory 1911A1 mil spec and omg it's so purty.

I love 1911s and can deal with the weight for everyday carry. Omg .45 is my baby. Forget double stack mags give me A 1911!

reynolds357 · 01-16-2012, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by marlin795

I've been saying glock 30 for my first gun when I get my ccw in June. But I recently shot and fell in love with a Springfield armory 1911A1 mil spec and omg it's so purty.

I love 1911s and can deal with the weight for everyday carry. Omg .45 is my baby. Forget double stack mags give me A 1911!

You can have 1911 and double stack.

marlin795 · 01-16-2012, 02:03 PM

^ I knew it! My baby is going to be awesome. Oh gosh I love the feel if that steel in my hands over plastic.

woolleyworm · 01-16-2012, 02:08 PM

Congrats, post up some pics when you get your baby!

Dirtypacman · 01-16-2012, 02:19 PM

I won't argue with you - you can carry your 1911.
I know I could get away with it now that I have a better belt and holster but I had trouble concealing full size when I first started carrying.

Joelkw · 01-16-2012, 03:05 PM

I know what you mean, I sold my Glock 30SF so i could buy a Springfield Loaded. The Glock was to thick for my hands. Then there was no external safety, i trusted the gun, i wasn't sure about me if i had to confront someone.

ms6852 · 01-16-2012, 05:52 PM

I carry one of these all the time, depending on my attire.

gdmoody · 01-16-2012, 10:25 PM

You're hooked, it will be strictly steel from now on!!

American Leader · 01-16-2012, 10:29 PM

Nice choice marlin! Congrats!

jack404 · 01-17-2012, 01:04 AM

marlin , i was pretty much the same

our issue was a 9mm hi power ( Browning ) for years and until i actually had to use it in the field , i thought it was enough

but telling the tale one night with a bunch of your folks ( USMC)

the gunny took a walk and came back with a 1911 and gave it to me

i have never found a weapon i have the same respect for ..

serious ...

i been a 1911 fan since

it aint until you need one in the field that you realise how good they be..

kvtcomdo · 02-19-2012, 02:02 PM

Love them both, do not think you can go wrong with either.
Enjoy.

JohnHenry · 02-19-2012, 02:20 PM

For the best of both worlds .... take a look at the ParaOrd , P14-45
*GRIN*

ryan42 · 02-19-2012, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by marlin795

I've been saying glock 30 for my first gun when I get my ccw in June. But I recently shot and fell in love with a Springfield armory 1911A1 mil spec and omg it's so purty.

I love 1911s and can deal with the weight for everyday carry. Omg .45 is my baby. Forget double stack mags give me A 1911!

Im just wondering have you shot a glock before? Ive heard alot of people didnt like the glock because of its thickness.I carry a glock 21 45acp.Its really thick but I have very large hands and im a very large person.Im 6'4 and 280 lbs so its perfect for me.I have never shot a 1911 but I think they are beautiful guns.How I ended up with the glock was it was my nephew's gun,he is in the army and he got in some trouble and couldnt have a personal firearm for a year and he sold it to me for $200 dollars.It is brand new and he paid $547 for it so i couldnt go wrong there.Before that deal came along I was looking at a springfiels .40 cal.Wich I will still purchase when I have the extra money but right now my priority is stocking up on survival supplies.Good luck and happy shooting

Captain Jack · 03-05-2012, 09:32 PM

I carry a sw1911 performance center talk about accurate wow shot 20 rounds today at 50 ft all 20 in the black about 4inch circle wow I love my smith PC . I have a glock 17 gen2 9mm hate that gun personal thing i guess sits in my safe does nothing for me been rebuilt by glock and sent out for cerakote finish new nite sites got it back shot 25rounds thru it to make sure it came back ok it did but still hate that gun I will sell if anyone wants it

Whiskey · 03-05-2012, 10:45 PM

I really like Glocks and 1911s but I will agree the 1911 are much more attractive lol. My Mil Spec Park Springfield with a few additions

norahc · 03-05-2012, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Whiskey

I really like Glocks and 1911s but I will agree the 1911 are much more attractive lol. My Mil Spec Park Springfield with a few additions

I don't know of anyone that has ever said Gaston designed the Glocks to be a "purty gun".

1911 or a G30, you can't go wrong with either one.

Whiskey · 03-06-2012, 06:31 AM

You should visit glock talk then lol

hogger129 · 03-06-2012, 07:56 AM

The weight really isn't that bad if you have a good holster & belt. I'm 6'1", 200lb and I can carry my full size Springfield Loaded all day. I was considering a shoulder holster though so it's easier to carry in the car.

marlin795 · 03-06-2012, 12:02 PM

I recently just started not liking glocks so much. I've had my mits on Springfield 1911's and XD .40's and .45's and am just in love with both. I'm turning into a springfield nut.

Dirtypacman · 03-06-2012, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by marlin795

I recently just started not liking glocks so much. I've had my mits on Springfield 1911's and XD .40's and .45's and am just in love with both. I'm turning into a springfield nut.

Haha I am going through the reverse right now. I am trying to justify purchasing another Glock without completely turning into a fanboy.

marlin795 · 03-06-2012, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by ryan42

Im just wondering have you shot a glock before? Ive heard alot of people didnt like the glock because of its thickness.I carry a glock 21 45acp.Its really thick but I have very large hands and im a very large person.Im 6'4 and 280 lbs so its perfect for me.I have never shot a 1911 but I think they are beautiful guns.How I ended up with the glock was it was my nephew's gun,he is in the army and he got in some trouble and couldnt have a personal firearm for a year and he sold it to me for $200 dollars.It is brand new and he paid $547 for it so i couldnt go wrong there.Before that deal came along I was looking at a springfiels .40 cal.Wich I will still purchase when I have the extra money but right now my priority is stocking up on survival supplies.Good luck and happy shooting

Yes I've shot just about every model and size except for the 9MM models as I know no one who carries a 9MM.

I love the G23 and G30 and G21 there good guns when broken in but for right out of the box I like 1911A1's and XD45's.

marlin795 · 03-06-2012, 12:23 PM

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Haha I am going through the reverse right now. I am trying to justify purchasing another Glock without completely turning into a fanboy.

Haha I'm trying to justify buying a semi auto pistol in general. I grew up on a ranch and have carried a .45 Colt revolver and .357 mag daily. It's hard steering away from the good ol classics. But 6 rounds isn't appealing anymore when I can have 11 plus multiple mags that are easier to reload. lol For coyotes a revolver is fine. lol

norahc · 03-06-2012, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Whiskey

You should visit glock talk then lol

There is a difference between being pretty and elegance in simplicity.

Whiskey · 03-06-2012, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by norahc

There is a difference between being pretty and elegance in simplicity.

and no one was talking about simplicity lol...dude its just a joke lets move on

Dirtypacman · 03-06-2012, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by marlin795

Haha I'm trying to justify buying a semi auto pistol in general. I grew up on a ranch and have carried a .45 Colt revolver and .357 mag daily. It's hard steering away from the good ol classics. But 6 rounds isn't appealing anymore when I can have 11 plus multiple mags that are easier to reload. lol For coyotes a revolver is fine. lol

Well everyone should have a 1911 so that gives you a reason right there.
Then if your going to have a 1911 you might as well get a plastic fantastic because that's our generations go to gun.
And if your going to get both a 1911 and a Glock/XD/M&P or variant then you need to mix up the calibers a bit so you don't get board.

That should give you ample excuses for at least 3 guns right here

01-16-2012, 01:59 PM	#1
marlin795 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Calvary Chapel Bible College; Murrieta,CA Posts: 755	It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. I've been saying glock 30 for my first gun when I get my ccw in June. But I recently shot and fell in love with a Springfield armory 1911A1 mil spec and omg it's so purty. I love 1911s and can deal with the weight for everyday carry. Omg .45 is my baby. Forget double stack mags give me A 1911! __________________ Native born Californian, adopted by the Great State Of Texas! PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN!!! --> Last edited by marlin795; 01-16-2012 at 02:01 PM..

01-16-2012, 02:03 PM	#3
marlin795 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Calvary Chapel Bible College; Murrieta,CA Posts: 755	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. ^ I knew it! My baby is going to be awesome. Oh gosh I love the feel if that steel in my hands over plastic. __________________ Native born Californian, adopted by the Great State Of Texas! PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN!!!

01-16-2012, 02:08 PM	#4
woolleyworm TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SW Fort Worth Contributor Posts: 4,888	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. Congrats, post up some pics when you get your baby! __________________ . What are you gonna do, talk the alien to death? -- (on Sigourney Weaver's worry about Guns in Aliens) "Safety is something that happens between your ears, not something you hold in your hands." "I carry a small gun to compensate for my huge Blue press." .

01-16-2012, 02:19 PM	#5
Dirtypacman Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Merrimac Valley, MA Posts: 908	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. I won't argue with you - you can carry your 1911. I know I could get away with it now that I have a better belt and holster but I had trouble concealing full size when I first started carrying. __________________ Member HHRG and HSC, NRA Life Member, GOAL Member LTC-A

01-16-2012, 03:05 PM	#6
Joelkw Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Bellevue, Wa. Posts: 28	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. I know what you mean, I sold my Glock 30SF so i could buy a Springfield Loaded. The Glock was to thick for my hands. Then there was no external safety, i trusted the gun, i wasn't sure about me if i had to confront someone. __________________ . 45's Forever.

01-16-2012, 05:52 PM	#7
ms6852 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Antonio Texas Posts: 161	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. I carry one of these all the time, depending on my attire. __________________ ONLY TWO DEFINING FORCES HAVE GIVEN UP THEIR LIVES FOR YOU. ONE IS JESUS CHRIST, FOR YOUR SOUL, AND THE OTHER IS THE AMERICAN SOLDIER, FOR YOUR FREEDOM.

01-16-2012, 10:25 PM	#8
gdmoody Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northeast Georgia Contributor Posts: 6,409	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. You're hooked, it will be strictly steel from now on!! __________________ NRA Endowment Member GeorgiaCarry.Org Member Retired US Army Postal Worker Personally, I carry a gun because I'm too young to die and too old to take an ass whoopin'.....author unknown (but obviously brilliant)

01-16-2012, 10:29 PM	#9
American Leader Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Iowa Contributor Posts: 1,630	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. Nice choice marlin! Congrats!

01-17-2012, 01:04 AM	#10
jack404 Former Guest Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Australia Contributor Posts: 17,622	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. marlin , i was pretty much the same our issue was a 9mm hi power ( Browning ) for years and until i actually had to use it in the field , i thought it was enough but telling the tale one night with a bunch of your folks ( USMC) the gunny took a walk and came back with a 1911 and gave it to me i have never found a weapon i have the same respect for .. serious ... i been a 1911 fan since it aint until you need one in the field that you realise how good they be..

02-19-2012, 02:02 PM	#11
kvtcomdo Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 2	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. Love them both, do not think you can go wrong with either. Enjoy.

02-19-2012, 02:20 PM	#12
JohnHenry Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Livingston county, Michigan Posts: 1,244	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. For the best of both worlds .... take a look at the ParaOrd , P14-45 GRIN __________________ Freedom .... Is Never Free ! We need Term Limits .... Send the "Professional Politicians" home .

03-05-2012, 09:32 PM	#14
Captain Jack V.I.P. Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: wakefield ma. Posts: 79	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. I carry a sw1911 performance center talk about accurate wow shot 20 rounds today at 50 ft all 20 in the black about 4inch circle wow I love my smith PC . I have a glock 17 gen2 9mm hate that gun personal thing i guess sits in my safe does nothing for me been rebuilt by glock and sent out for cerakote finish new nite sites got it back shot 25rounds thru it to make sure it came back ok it did but still hate that gun I will sell if anyone wants it __________________ DADS AGAINST DAUGHTERS DATING DEMOCRATS If you`re not catching FISH or shooting DUCKS then you don`t know JACK

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Whiskey V.I.P. Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: CT Posts: 59	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. I really like Glocks and 1911s but I will agree the 1911 are much more attractive lol. My Mil Spec Park Springfield with a few additions Last edited by Whiskey; 03-05-2012 at 10:47 PM..

03-06-2012, 06:31 AM	#17
Whiskey V.I.P. Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: CT Posts: 59	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. You should visit glock talk then lol

03-06-2012, 07:56 AM	#18
hogger129 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 4,078	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. The weight really isn't that bad if you have a good holster & belt. I'm 6'1", 200lb and I can carry my full size Springfield Loaded all day. I was considering a shoulder holster though so it's easier to carry in the car. __________________ Samuel Adams once said, "among the natural rights of the colonists are these: first, a right to life, secondly to liberty, thirdly to property; together with the right to defend them in the best manner they can."

03-06-2012, 12:02 PM	#19
marlin795 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Calvary Chapel Bible College; Murrieta,CA Posts: 755	Re: It's official, going 1911 over glock 30 for first carry gun. I recently just started not liking glocks so much. I've had my mits on Springfield 1911's and XD .40's and .45's and am just in love with both. I'm turning into a springfield nut. __________________ Native born Californian, adopted by the Great State Of Texas! PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN!!!