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Who carries a full size 1911?
I'm curious as to how many of you use one for CCW. I'm considering it. While the higher capacity and more compact "plastic" guns have their appeal because of those features, the 1911 has and always will be my favorite pistol for accuracy and reliability. Now I see RIA has a 14 rd high capacity version that's very affordable, that I'm thinking would be ideal if i can conceal it. Right now a strong side OWB holster is all I can use comfortably. I've cut off the sleeves on an oversized denim jacket to make my own CCW vest of sorts. It works. Now if someone would only come out with a high capacity commander that was as affordable as the RIA full size.
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06-23-2012, 12:14 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
Most 1911 guys consider high caps to be not real 1911s. Personally, I dont really care, but I dont own one either. I like the slim feel of the 1911 grip and I carry an extra mag with me, so, 16 rounds of 45 hollow point is plenty. But, I have actually carried a full sized 1911 several times, but I very much prefer the commander. I dont think a high cap commander would appeal to me either. I would carry whatever works for you.
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06-23-2012, 12:46 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
Depends on the attire, usually in the winter.
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06-23-2012, 02:48 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
That is one sweet piece ka. Those grips really look sharp.
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06-23-2012, 08:54 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
I have but my preference is a Colt LW CCO. Advantages: shorter barrel, shorter grip, lighter weight and (like all 1911s) a nice slim profile. Disadvantages: 6 or 7 rounds before a reload.
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07-15-2012, 11:54 AM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
I seldom have a CCW on me but when i do its one of the below- In summmer its usually the Ruger but in cold weather I prefer a 1911-
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07-15-2012, 12:01 PM
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07-15-2012, 12:01 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
Nice collection you have there Hoss. Now if you can resist trading them off!!! hahahaha
 Ya need to carry them more often there Hoss, ya dont have the purty wore off of them yet. |
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07-15-2012, 12:10 PM
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07-15-2012, 01:19 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
Yep, someone says 1911 and the Master shows up. Nice to see ya Hossfly.
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07-16-2012, 07:46 AM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
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07-16-2012, 07:55 AM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
I carry one year round. In the cooler months it's on my hip, in a Yaqui style belt slide. In the warmer months it's usuall in a Smart Carry holster. http://www.smartcarry.com/ I usually carry two 7rd mags when wearing a belt, or one 10rd mag when wearing the Smart Carry System.
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07-16-2012, 12:03 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
I carry a full size 1911 inside waist holster I tried one of those kydex holsters outside but it just holds it too high with my weight
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07-16-2012, 02:22 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
i carry my Springfield M1 everywhere. Combined with geniun ivory grips and a promag 10rd magazine. I us the Galco INWB holster and it sits low enough where it is barely visible unless you are looking for it. Galco makes plenty of deep conceal holsters that are great for full size framed fire arms.
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07-16-2012, 03:07 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
I carried gov't size year round for the last 10 years up until this year, got me a G35 now. It's lighter and longer barrel, more rounds but most importantly it eats hollowpoint ammo flawlessly. I generally use an IWB holster for day to day use.
Started with a SA loaded 1911 but upgraded to the TRP. I still refer to it as my cadillac, she's a beauty to shoot. It was pretty hard to put it in the safe but she comes with me everytime I go shooting.
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07-16-2012, 07:20 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
I carry a Kimber Custom II
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07-16-2012, 07:28 PM
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07-16-2012, 08:18 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
I am doin Hossfly. Nice to see you. But watch that Kill Creek.
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07-16-2012, 10:34 PM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
One of my Randalls or my Springfield. Never leave home without one.
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07-17-2012, 08:25 AM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
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 This in a Bianchi OWB holster.
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07-18-2012, 12:51 AM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
I am carrying my Kimber gold combat most of the time IWB with just jeans and a t shirt. Sometimes I'll carry my sig 226, but the kimber is more comfortable. I dont understand why people say you cant carry a full size or complain about doing so. If I can, it aint too hard or uncomfortable. But then again, we all know what opinions are like.....
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07-18-2012, 01:29 AM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
Full size Springfield mil spec in a crossbred owb and a Duluth extra length T shirt
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07-18-2012, 05:00 AM
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Re: Who carries a full size 1911?
i carry my 1911 only when weariing a coat,it lives in a small of the back holster,thats pulled with my right hand. old semperfi
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07-18-2012, 07:38 AM
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