Who carries a full size 1911? - Page 2 - The Firearms Forum

1911junkee · 09-03-2012, 06:15 PM

I normally do, in the summer though, I wear a 1st model Ultra Carry a lot under a tee shirt. If the shirt is long enough to hide it I carry a full size 1911.

These are my 3 main carry pieces......

Another couple of photos with my two range pieces, a Colt Govt. .22 LR, and a Sig-Sauer 1911-22. All of these guns fit in the same
carry holster I prefer, wich is a Don Hume JIT Slide.

Ironvarmint · 09-04-2012, 02:09 PM

This is my 1st post. I've been reading TFF for a while, but just joined up. I like my new Rock Island and this will be my carry of choice.

Double D · 09-04-2012, 02:22 PM

Got one just like it iron, good gun.

ozo · 09-04-2012, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Double D

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.

I carry a full size 1911 .45acp like the original.......[100yrs ago]
no frills, bells, whistles, high cap mags,etc. for a simple reason,
it is what it is......tried and true !
There is only ONE TRICK to carry.....[IMHO]
Pick the carry weapon that YOU WANT to carry......
THEN you choose HOW to carry it.....
there are multiple options, and one or more will suit you
very comfortably ...no matter the weather, clothing, lifestyle,
IWB,OWB, etc.........
ANY gun enthusiast will never allow himself/herself to own
ONLY ONE GUN.....it just ain't possible, and will usually have
several options on how/what he/she carries because of it.
BUT....first you must choose the weapon you really are
comfortable with.........THEN you choose the carry method.
Question:
Never been skydiving...?? Scared...? Do it 50 times and guess what....??
IT AIN'T SQUAT.....NOW.
Too big, too heavy, too....whatever.......after you do it for awhile....
IT AIN'T SQUAT !

[for reference, sometimes I carry {concealed} a 7.5" .460 and you
would never know it, and I will not be fatigued by it]
jus' sayin'......

mncarpenter · 09-06-2012, 07:53 PM

here ya go

Hollowpoint · 09-08-2012, 09:58 AM

I have a rock island 1911A1 that I'm planning on carrying once I get the new barrel bushing fitted. I bought it used and it had a compensator barrel bushing on it. At first I thought I'll deal with it and replace it later if I don't like it, plus the R.I. was only 350. Well later came last week when I really wanted to start carrying it instead of my judge, the only problem is the compensator looks ridiculous. So I ordered a new one and it just came in this morning. Now I'm just waiting on the shop to open up so I can go get the work done on it.

carver · 09-08-2012, 01:18 PM

What I carry. A Jim Clark Custom.

Martimus · 09-09-2012, 07:18 AM

No full size EDC for me!

I live in Arid-zona so we don't wear coats much out here. My EDC weapons are a SA EMP, a M&P Shield, and a Colt GM380. If I wanted something with a bit more barrel I'd likely step up to a RIA CS or my old stand-by, a Star BKS.

carver · 09-09-2012, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Martimus

No full size EDC for me!

I live in Arid-zona so we don't wear coats much out here. My EDC weapons are a SA EMP, a M&P Shield, and a Colt GM380. If I wanted something with a bit more barrel I'd likely step up to a RIA CS or my old stand-by, a Star BKS.

Welcome to the forum! I also live in a part of the country that is hot, and humid! Most of the year I'm in basketball shorts, T shirt, and flip flops, or sandels. Still, I carry a 1911A with no problems, and a .38 for a BUG.

usabilityfirst · 09-20-2012, 09:52 AM

I don't carry a 5" 1911, but I do carry the Colt Combat Commander which has the same primary carry liability as the government model -- weight. The shorter barrel helps but it is still a heavy pistol.

After trying five different holsters I had all but given up carrying this pistol comfortably. It sagged low even when using a pistol belt and required constant adjustments.

I purchased the Texas Heritage IWB holster from Tucker Gunleather and it has solved the problem for me. This holster distributes the weight farther along on the belt, and encourages the holster to hug the body. It is extremely comfortable, secure, and light-weight.

Any holster that has widely spaced clips or belt loops and is flexible should accomplish the same goal, but I am very pleased with the Tucker holster and highly recommend it. For me the solution was a good quality pistol belt and a holster that spread the weight out farther along the belt.

Double D · 09-20-2012, 10:05 AM

A good thick belt and a quality leather holster will allow you to carry any gun of your choosing. I like the commander with a scandium frame for carry the best, but dont limit myself to any certain weight. I have just gotten a holster made for my sig scorpion and am starting to carry it some. With the right gear, you dont know the difference. It stays snug and tight to your side and doesnt move one bit. If you are struggling with carrying a sidearm, you dont have the right gear. But, after so many years of carry, it is just natural for me anyhow.

1911junkee · 09-21-2012, 02:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Double D

A good thick belt and a quality leather holster will allow you to carry any gun of your choosing. I like the commander with a scandium frame for carry the best, but dont limit myself to any certain weight. I have just gotten a holster made for my sig scorpion and am starting to carry it some. With the right gear, you dont know the difference. It stays snug and tight to your side and doesnt move one bit. If you are struggling with carrying a sidearm, you dont have the right gear. But, after so many years of carry, it is just natural for me anyhow.

I recently purchased a "Wilderness" Tactical belt (wilderness.com), and use it with the Don Hume JIT Slide or my Fobus paddle holster. I can now carry a 5 incher with no problem. I am carrying my Mil-Spec S.S. Springer or the SR1911 almost all the time now with ease. I have full confidence in either one of those pistols should the SHTF.

WHSmithIV · 09-21-2012, 03:15 AM

I also carry mine only when I am wearing clothing that will keep it concealed. I have a 1930's .32 revolver that is very small. I carry this when it's too hot to wear clothing that conceals a 1911

09-21-2012, 11:08 AM

When I carry it is a full sized Kimber custom II.

Double D · 09-21-2012, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1911junkee

I recently purchased a "Wilderness" Tactical belt (wilderness.com), and use it with the Don Hume JIT Slide or my Fobus paddle holster. I can now carry a 5 incher with no problem. I am carrying my Mil-Spec S.S. Springer or the SR1911 almost all the time now with ease. I have full confidence in either one of those pistols should the SHTF.

I have a leather guy that makes my belts and they are thicker than most any belts on the market. Thats not saying the belts on the market are not stout enough, just that the thicker, the better. Only problem is you have to stretch some holster slots out to get them to accept the belt, but I have a piece of wood that I slide thru the slot and open the hole up a little and make it work. By the time you get it on there and tighten it down, you can carry any full sized gun you want and it wont move a bit. Its nothing to carry a full size 1911.

therewolf · 09-21-2012, 02:29 PM

It's my first full-size EDC.

I like nothing better than the 1911A1.

GunNut89 · 09-25-2012, 08:21 PM

i recently aquired my cpl but i have been carrying my R1 in a galco king tuk holster. great holster for a gun that size

45silverback · 09-28-2012, 02:31 PM

Hello all, Just joined. I stumbled onto this forum while researching some reload data. Looks like a nice diverse (firearms speaking) forum. I hope to contribute as much as I can and learn a bunch from you gents.

As to the OP's question. I carry a Combat Commander pretty much all the time with no problems. I have carried my full size and really didn't see any difference in comfort, I just like the Colt better, and I shoot the Commander length better.

I usually carry IWB in a Crossbreed Supertuck on a Beltman belt. The key to it is a good belt and holster. If it's cold out and I'm going to be staying in my coat I'll go OWB in a Bianchi Carry lock, Mod 82 I think. A decent holster that you don't have to take out a loan and wait 6 months for.

I'm a fair sized boy, 5'10 about 225. I carry at about 3:30.

VR,
Harry
MSgt USAF (Ret)

carver · 09-28-2012, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 45silverback

Hello all, Just joined. I stumbled onto this forum while researching some reload data. Looks like a nice diverse (firearms speaking) forum. I hope to contribute as much as I can and learn a bunch from you gents.

As to the OP's question. I carry a Combat Commander pretty much all the time with no problems. I have carried my full size and really didn't see any difference in comfort, I just like the Colt better, and I shoot the Commander length better.

I usually carry IWB in a Crossbreed Supertuck on a Beltman belt. The key to it is a good belt and holster. If it's cold out and I'm going to be staying in my coat I'll go OWB in a Bianchi Carry lock, Mod 82 I think. A decent holster that you don't have to take out a loan and wait 6 months for.

I'm a fair sized boy, 5'10 about 225. I carry at about 3:30.

VR,
Harry
MSgt USAF (Ret)

Welcome aboard! And thanks for your service!

Double D · 09-28-2012, 02:57 PM

Hello 45silverback, I am with ya on the commander size, I think that a commander with a scandium frame (like my e-series smith) is the absolute best formula in CC but I dont limit myself to only that. I have carried for nearly 30 years and have carried everything you can think of (besides a glock, I hate them) and have always gone back to the 1911 platform.

dad2thebone · 09-28-2012, 03:55 PM

My choice is my Ruger p345 in a owb nylon blackhawk or a bianchi shoulder rig. I like both but for speed i prefer the blackhawk more. Im buying a springfield 9mm next week to see if it carrys better and i can feed it cheaper than the 45 .

dad2thebone · 09-28-2012, 04:04 PM

I forgot , welcome to TFF all you new members. hope you enjoy yourself here.

targetacqmgt · 09-28-2012, 04:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 45silverback

Hello all, Just joined. I stumbled onto this forum while researching some reload data. Looks like a nice diverse (firearms speaking) forum. I hope to contribute as much as I can and learn a bunch from you gents.

As to the OP's question. I carry a Combat Commander pretty much all the time with no problems. I have carried my full size and really didn't see any difference in comfort, I just like the Colt better, and I shoot the Commander length better.

I usually carry IWB in a Crossbreed Supertuck on a Beltman belt. The key to it is a good belt and holster. If it's cold out and I'm going to be staying in my coat I'll go OWB in a Bianchi Carry lock, Mod 82 I think. A decent holster that you don't have to take out a loan and wait 6 months for.

I'm a fair sized boy, 5'10 about 225. I carry at about 3:30.

VR,
Harry
MSgt USAF (Ret)

When in nam (not now of course) I carried a full size M1911 as a back up to the M-60, Mk-19. Something very comforting about the feel and the viets did not like looking down the muzzel. For checking dark places like below decks in sampan and motorized junks it was good too. Shotgun too unwieldly in those tight spaces. I like the concept if somebody jumped me and I could not get off a shot I could pistol whip the SOB and THEN shoot him/her. Viets had women soldiers as well.

fyrfghter1983 · 09-28-2012, 07:05 PM

I carry a full size RI 1911 every day and have had no problems, in the warmer weather i do carry it on the hip though.

3/2 STA SS · 09-29-2012, 09:43 AM

I would have to completely change my wardrobe in Florida to carry full size 1911....it's just hot lately and never mind the summer.

09-03-2012, 06:15 PM	#26
1911junkee V.I.P. Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 57	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? I normally do, in the summer though, I wear a 1st model Ultra Carry a lot under a tee shirt. If the shirt is long enough to hide it I carry a full size 1911. These are my 3 main carry pieces...... Another couple of photos with my two range pieces, a Colt Govt. .22 LR, and a Sig-Sauer 1911-22. All of these guns fit in the same carry holster I prefer, wich is a Don Hume JIT Slide. Last edited by 1911junkee; 09-07-2012 at 07:49 AM..

09-04-2012, 02:09 PM	#27
Ironvarmint Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Athens, Ohio Posts: 25	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? This is my 1st post. I've been reading TFF for a while, but just joined up. I like my new Rock Island and this will be my carry of choice. Attached Images __________________ VICTORY SIR!

09-04-2012, 02:22 PM	#28
Double D TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: North Florida Contributor Posts: 8,259	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? Got one just like it iron, good gun. __________________ I own a bunch of scary guns. You want em? Come and take em..... Liberalism is a serious, non curable, mental disorder... NRA LIFE MEMBER Oath Keepers Member NRA Certified Instructor 30 Yr CC permit holder.

09-06-2012, 07:53 PM	#30
mncarpenter V.I.P. Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Minnesota Contributor Posts: 480	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? here ya go Attached Images __________________ *"No arsenal, or no weapon in the arsenals of the world, is as formidable as the will and moral courage of free men and women."- Ronald Reagan* *"Remember to have your democrats neutered or spayed" -Ann Coulter*

09-08-2012, 09:58 AM	#31
Hollowpoint Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: New Llano, LA Posts: 3	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? I have a rock island 1911A1 that I'm planning on carrying once I get the new barrel bushing fitted. I bought it used and it had a compensator barrel bushing on it. At first I thought I'll deal with it and replace it later if I don't like it, plus the R.I. was only 350. Well later came last week when I really wanted to start carrying it instead of my judge, the only problem is the compensator looks ridiculous. So I ordered a new one and it just came in this morning. Now I'm just waiting on the shop to open up so I can go get the work done on it. __________________ Common sense, the best safety around.

09-08-2012, 01:18 PM	#32
carver TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: DAV, Deep in the Pineywoods of East Texas, just west of Shreveport, LA Contributor Posts: 11,552	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? What I carry. A Jim Clark Custom. Attached Images __________________ Y'all be safe now, ya hear! Lamentations Chapter 5: 1. Remember, O LORD, what is come upon us: consider, and behold our reproach. 2. Our inheritance is turned to strangers, our houses to aliens. 3. We are orphans and fatherless, our mothers [are] as widows. 5. Our necks [are] under persecution: we labour, [and] have no rest. 16. The crown is fallen [from] our head: woe unto us, that we have sinned! 21. Turn thou us unto thee, O LORD, and we shall be turned; renew our days as of old.

09-09-2012, 07:18 AM	#33
Martimus Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: 'neath a Cactus Posts: 13	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? No full size EDC for me! I live in Arid-zona so we don't wear coats much out here. My EDC weapons are a SA EMP, a M&P Shield, and a Colt GM380. If I wanted something with a bit more barrel I'd likely step up to a RIA CS or my old stand-by, a Star BKS. __________________ "If the left side of your brain controls the right side of your body, and the right side of your brain controls the left side of your body, then left-handed people must be the only ones in their right minds." ~ W.C. Fields

09-20-2012, 09:52 AM	#35
usabilityfirst Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 1	Regularly Carry an all-steel Colt Commander I don't carry a 5" 1911, but I do carry the Colt Combat Commander which has the same primary carry liability as the government model -- weight. The shorter barrel helps but it is still a heavy pistol. After trying five different holsters I had all but given up carrying this pistol comfortably. It sagged low even when using a pistol belt and required constant adjustments. I purchased the Texas Heritage IWB holster from Tucker Gunleather and it has solved the problem for me. This holster distributes the weight farther along on the belt, and encourages the holster to hug the body. It is extremely comfortable, secure, and light-weight. Any holster that has widely spaced clips or belt loops and is flexible should accomplish the same goal, but I am very pleased with the Tucker holster and highly recommend it. For me the solution was a good quality pistol belt and a holster that spread the weight out farther along the belt.

09-20-2012, 10:05 AM	#36
Double D TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: North Florida Contributor Posts: 8,259	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? A good thick belt and a quality leather holster will allow you to carry any gun of your choosing. I like the commander with a scandium frame for carry the best, but dont limit myself to any certain weight. I have just gotten a holster made for my sig scorpion and am starting to carry it some. With the right gear, you dont know the difference. It stays snug and tight to your side and doesnt move one bit. If you are struggling with carrying a sidearm, you dont have the right gear. But, after so many years of carry, it is just natural for me anyhow. __________________ I own a bunch of scary guns. You want em? Come and take em..... Liberalism is a serious, non curable, mental disorder... NRA LIFE MEMBER Oath Keepers Member NRA Certified Instructor 30 Yr CC permit holder.

09-21-2012, 03:15 AM	#38
WHSmithIV Advanced Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Moore, Idaho contributor Posts: 2,802	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? I also carry mine only when I am wearing clothing that will keep it concealed. I have a 1930's .32 revolver that is very small. I carry this when it's too hot to wear clothing that conceals a 1911

09-21-2012, 11:08 AM	#39
cpttango30 Adnanced Senior Member Posts: n/a	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? When I carry it is a full sized Kimber custom II.

09-21-2012, 02:29 PM	#41
therewolf V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: New Port Richey, Fl. Posts: 177	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? It's my first full-size EDC. I like nothing better than the 1911A1. Last edited by therewolf; 10-03-2012 at 12:13 PM..

09-25-2012, 08:21 PM	#42
GunNut89 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 339	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? i recently aquired my cpl but i have been carrying my R1 in a galco king tuk holster. great holster for a gun that size

09-28-2012, 02:31 PM	#43
45silverback V.I.P. Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 153	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? Hello all, Just joined. I stumbled onto this forum while researching some reload data. Looks like a nice diverse (firearms speaking) forum. I hope to contribute as much as I can and learn a bunch from you gents. As to the OP's question. I carry a Combat Commander pretty much all the time with no problems. I have carried my full size and really didn't see any difference in comfort, I just like the Colt better, and I shoot the Commander length better. I usually carry IWB in a Crossbreed Supertuck on a Beltman belt. The key to it is a good belt and holster. If it's cold out and I'm going to be staying in my coat I'll go OWB in a Bianchi Carry lock, Mod 82 I think. A decent holster that you don't have to take out a loan and wait 6 months for. I'm a fair sized boy, 5'10 about 225. I carry at about 3:30. VR, Harry MSgt USAF (Ret)

09-28-2012, 02:57 PM	#45
Double D TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: North Florida Contributor Posts: 8,259	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? Hello 45silverback, I am with ya on the commander size, I think that a commander with a scandium frame (like my e-series smith) is the absolute best formula in CC but I dont limit myself to only that. I have carried for nearly 30 years and have carried everything you can think of (besides a glock, I hate them) and have always gone back to the 1911 platform. __________________ I own a bunch of scary guns. You want em? Come and take em..... Liberalism is a serious, non curable, mental disorder... NRA LIFE MEMBER Oath Keepers Member NRA Certified Instructor 30 Yr CC permit holder.

09-28-2012, 03:55 PM	#46
dad2thebone Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 1,357	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? My choice is my Ruger p345 in a owb nylon blackhawk or a bianchi shoulder rig. I like both but for speed i prefer the blackhawk more. Im buying a springfield 9mm next week to see if it carrys better and i can feed it cheaper than the 45 . __________________ 9-11-01 we will never forget.And then we have dec 7 now it's Nov 6th all sad days for our country. And dont whizz on my leg then tell me it's raining.

09-28-2012, 04:04 PM	#47
dad2thebone Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 1,357	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? I forgot , welcome to TFF all you new members. hope you enjoy yourself here. __________________ 9-11-01 we will never forget.And then we have dec 7 now it's Nov 6th all sad days for our country. And dont whizz on my leg then tell me it's raining.

09-28-2012, 07:05 PM	#49
fyrfghter1983 Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Ohio Posts: 28	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? I carry a full size RI 1911 every day and have had no problems, in the warmer weather i do carry it on the hip though. __________________ USMC 01-09 "To prohibit a citizen from wearing or carrying a war arm . . . is an unwarranted restriction upon the constitutional right to keep and bear arms. If cowardly and dishonorable men sometimes shoot unarmed men with army pistols or guns, the evil must be prevented by the penitentiary and gallows, and not by a general deprivation of constitutional privilege." [Wilson v. State, 33 Ark. 557, at 560, 34 Am. Rep. 52, at 54 (1878)]

09-29-2012, 09:43 AM	#50
3/2 STA SS Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Tampa Bay Area, FL Posts: 1,454	Re: Who carries a full size 1911? I would have to completely change my wardrobe in Florida to carry full size 1911....it's just hot lately and never mind the summer. __________________ MORS DE CONTACTUS-DEATH ON CONTACT