How do you guys store 1911's

[rcman2010]

Hello I just bought my first 1911 kimber pro eclipse II 4" used, would you store it in the case it came with ? also it came with one mag what kind works best for that gun. Thanks:)

[Guest Crunchman]

So far, every mag I've tried (except for a couple of cheapie gun show "bargains") has worked in my Kimber. I prefer the Wilson and Chip McCormick brands.

Storage in the original case is fine, as long as you check it occasionally. Foam has a habit of retaining moisture. Keep it lightly oiled, check it every week, ans you'll be OK. My Kimber is always on my hip or on the nightstand.

[Guest VolGrad]

Those cases trap moisture. I wouldn't suggest storing it inside.

A temp/humidity controlled safe is best for storage. If you don't have that ... keep it well lubed and all metal covered with a thin layer of oil and put it in one of those silicon gun socks you find at Midway or Brownells.

[Guest BEARMAN]

Those cases trap moisture. I wouldn't suggest storing it inside.

A temp/humidity controlled safe is best for storage. If you don't have that ... keep it well lubed and all metal covered with a thin layer of oil and put it in one of those silicon gun socks you find at Midway or Brownells.

+1...You can also save those little white silica gel bags, that usually comes with new shoes, clothes and electronics etc.

They work great for moisture absorption.

Put 3 or 4 in your plastic gun case for short term storage...works great.

[JeffL]

I prefer mine to be stored securely in a safe.

[DaveTN]

How do you guys store 1911's

Loaded and immediately accessible.

If you maintain it properly; it really doesn’t matter how you store it.

also it came with one mag what kind works best for that gun. Thanks

Kimber, Chip McCormick, Wilson.

[Magiccarpetrides]

Make sure you keep a light coat of oil on it....if you put it in a plastic box make sure you put some dessicant in it(lil silica packs)...you could also buy one of those cheap oil silicone cloths(~$3) and just wrap it around it while its in the case. A safe with a dehumidifier is your best bet however.

[Mike.357]

cocked and locked, find somewhere else for it besides the case.

[Guest cheez]

When mine is not on my person it is stored in my safe which has a dehumidifier in it.

[Guest lci419]

In my pants...

[Chucktshoes]

In my pants...

That's what she said.

[Guest mgjohn]

I have several of the navy type of storage boards (hold 6,3 on each side)

that I put them in. They set in the bottom of the safe nicely.

[Mike.357]

navy type of storage boards

[DaveTN]

[SHbicycle]

I keep my 1911 stored in a holster on a belt around my waist. It gets dirty an sweaty that way but what can i say we are close.

[rcman2010]

Thank you everyone for your input i will try those suggestions.

[Mike.357]

learn something everyday

[Guest Sgt. Joe]

I have the BEST answer, but someone will have to send me one first so I can figure it out:rolleyes:

[gotigers]

Storage: In a humidity controlled safe when it is not in use. With a thin coat of lube. All my original gun cases are in a closet.

Mags: Wilson Combat, Chip McCormick, are always safe. Others that have worked for me are Springfield and S&W.

[Guest Moody]

When mine is not on my person it is stored in my safe which has a dehumidifier in it.

This, right here.

[Chucktshoes]

Real answer time, In holster attached to belt or on the nightstand. Always one of those two unless it is an unnamed third place when I am at work.

[SL1M]

I'd store it in my pants or somewhere I get to it fast. If you are looking at mags, I'd take a good look at Tripp Research mags.