Question for the guru's

[Guest jps37033]

What is available on the market as for a 1911 style carry pistol?

ie; under 25 ounces or so, somewhat compact (3.5'' barrel or less)

Also, what is somes fascination with a 1911 model vs a tactical glock style?

Thanks

[Guest bkelm18]

Ah, the old 1911 vs Glock query. You just opened a can of worms! Haha. For me, I choose the 1911 for ergonomics and accuracy, not to mention the history. I just don't like how a Glock feels in my hand, period. As far as compact 1911s... well, the 1911 was designed as a 5" gun that shot .45ACP. The further you stray from that, the more potential problems you may have. Keep in mind the 1911 is an all metal gun, so finding one that weighs little is going to be tough.

[Guest jps37033]

Thank you kind sir. I see there is a Kimber, colt, and para 1911 carry model. Is there any others?

[Smith]

Springfield EMP.

[deerslayer]

STI makes a couple:

http://www.stiguns.com/

[Guest jps37033]

Holy cow. Id could get a couple houses for that! LOL, Thanks tho.

[Guest sling]

You might even look at the Springfield Champion Operator. Its a commander sized 1911 with an aluminum frame. I carry mine quite a bit and its very comfortable. Not to mention its made in the US ... instead of Brazil. That is... if that sort of thing matters to you.

Edited September 7, 2008 by sling

[deerslayer]

Some STIs are comparable in price to Kimber, Springfield, S&W, and SIG.

Edited September 7, 2008 by deerslayer

[Guest jps37033]

Sling, thats a real good looking gun. Whats the weight, length, etc. Thanks

[Guest bkelm18]

Sling, thats a real good looking gun. Whats the weight, length, etc. Thanks

http://www.springfield-armory.com/armory.php?version=32

[Guest jps37033]

Thanks, I was looking for it.

[StumpyBeagle]

Rock Island Armory has a compact tactical 1911. I got to play with one Friday. Very nice and has a good feel to it. Bellshire Hardware in Nashville sells them on line at GunBroker.com:

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=109429295

[Guest jps37033]

That is a sweet peice. I cant find a website on RIA tho???

[Oh Shoot]

Distributor is Amscor:

http://www.armscor.net/

About RIA:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rock_Island_Armory_1911_series

- OS

[Guest jps37033]

2.16 lbs -

[Guest jps37033]

Does anyone around 180 lbs carry a 2lb cc weapon? Is it doable or just not happenin? Thanks

[Guest RISC777]

2.16 lbs -

33 ounces . . . 8 ounces more than some compacts (steel versus polymer).

[Shima]

I believe the old saying is "Any gun can be carried with the right holster and belt, no matter the weight." The compact RIA 1911 is very nice, but a little heavy for my taste being all steel. I prefer a Glock 30 over the compact 1911.

[Guest jps37033]

33 ounces . . . 8 ounces more than some compacts (steel versus polymer).

Just curious. Are you saying you will take the 8 ounces for steel over polymer? Thanks

[Guest RISC777]

Distributor is Amscor:

http://www.armscor.net/

Their site having problems? My AV pops a virus warning every time I go to their home page.

[Guest RISC777]

Just curious. Are you saying you will take the 8 ounces for steel over polymer? Thanks

For a 1911 style designed pistol for carry, I might. Depends on the pistol, if I liked it enough (haven't fired one or seen one myself).

I was just pointing out the fact that it weighs in 8 ounces more than other carry sized steel pistols.

[Guest jps37033]

Ok thanks. I am so confused on what to carry, caliber, capacity, color, finish, brand, flavor, salty or sweet, trigger or no trigger, rear facing octagonal latitudinal bi-directional multi-function kill switch, or a potato gun? LOL

[Schadenfreude]

before you buy shoot as many different types as you can get your hands on, if the gun doesn't fit you you won't be able to hit with it.

[Shima]

http://www.centerfiresystems.com/AC-RI1911-CSP.aspx

Centerfire systems has that compact tactical 1911 RIA for $419 + shipping.

I fondled one at the gun show. Pretty cool, but I don't think I need one. I want the full length one just to say I have a 1911 clone for the shooting range and home defense. Too big for CCW for my taste.

[Guest Boomhower]

Ok thanks. I am so confused on what to carry, caliber, capacity, color, finish, brand, flavor, salty or sweet, trigger or no trigger, rear facing octagonal latitudinal bi-directional multi-function kill switch, or a potato gun? LOL

And just when you think you have it figured out, there comes along another option.