I think I may have jumped the gun.

[disGRUNTld]

The Springfield EMP might be better for a carry weapon and you still get that 1911 style you want.

 

[Hdfb03]

Have you looked into a Springfield TRP? i think it may be a tad different but it may be the ticket.

I actually really like that, I wonder if I could find a new one around Indy area. I have only put about 350 rds through my RO so its very new.

The Springfield EMP might be better for a carry weapon and you still get that 1911 style you want.

I really want to stay with .45 acp and if I'm not mistaken the EMP is 9mm.

 

[SubUrbanCamo317]

If you wanna see if one is in stock at Indiana gun club? (I think thats the name) they have the largest selection of 1911 to my knowledge. Otherwise I know Elmores down in Greenwood has quite a few 1911s in stock.

 

[Hdfb03]

I may check them out, I just called JM Gunsmith and hes going to do some research and see if he can't figure something out for me. If not I'll start checking around at different shops. I really want to buy a Glock 21 or Glock 30 or 30S as a second gun so maybe if I do have to trade, I could get a shop to work something out with me.

 

[BudS]

I love the 1911 and carried them for years, but now I prefer a short version. I carry a RI 3.5" CS-Tactical and love it. It 1.5" shorter on the front end and with the shortened grip, it make a much more concealable piece. Lighter too.

Now you have a reason to buy a new pistol. Be careful, it may become addictive! You could end up with a collection!

 

[Hdfb03]

I love the 1911 and carried them for years, but now I prefer a short version. I carry a RI 3.5" CS-Tactical and love it. It 1.5" shorter on the front end and with the shortened grip, it make a much more concealable piece. Lighter too.

Now you have a reason to buy a new pistol. Be careful, it may become addictive! You could end up with a collection!

Im already addicted haha thats why I was looking at the G30/G30s. I already know I want another 1911 already, but I want to get a fancy one.

 

[WebSnyper]

Know any?

AllenM is in Avon. You can find him here:

Diamond Collision - INGunOwners

 

[Jeff]

Take a look at John Jardine's Tactical Hook rear sight.

 

[UNLOCKEM]

Want a workout?

I carry a Ruger GP100 but with the 3" Barrel. Good workout!

 

[squish]

I carry a Kimber Warrior OWB in the winter, and it conceals nicely with a long button up shirt. In the summer months I swtich to IWB with the same weapon, and a short sleeved button up......the full sized 1911 just simply dissapears.

 

[jgreiner]

Ha sorry couldn't resist the pun.

So I was in the market for a gun last December and loved the Springfield 1911, still do. BUT I don't think I did enough research before I purchased the gun. I wanted to get a gun to carry, I don't think I'll mind carrying a full size gun my only issue is the sights on the range officer. I love the gun, just don't know if it's the right carry gun for me.

I know this is my fault, ill chalk it up to a new guy mistake. I only know of one set of sights that I can put on the range officer (Harrison's) since they already have the adjustable cut.

I guess my questions are:

1. Anyone carry a full size?
2. Do you have pictures of your full size in a holster or on your person?
3. Should I just try new sights or try to sell/trade for a better carry 1911?

I know these questions may sound dumb to some people but hey...I'm new!

My daily carry is my new S&W 1911 commander length bobtail. It about he same weight as my S&W M7P 5" fully loaded, easier to conceal, has great sights (Trijicon night sights), and is so dang accurate.

 

[jgreiner]

Know any?

Dan at Applied Ballistics in Lafayette is good.

 

[warren5421]

You can have several different sights put on you gun. You can have a dovetail cut to fit the one you want. AllenM Diamond Collision Services Azon, IN put Novak Sigts on a 1911 recutting the rear dovetail and cut a dovetail on the front for me. I had Novak Serrated Tritium front sight and a Novak Wide Notch Tritium rear sight put on. I would put a stright 8 type on if I was to do it today. I'll list two web address to look at the sights. Cutting a new dovetail will not lower you resale value of the gun.
Genuine Novak Sights
Heinie Specialty Products | High Quality Replacement Pistol Sights
www.dawsonprecision.com SIGHTS REAR:1911 Mil Spec Rear Sights:1911 Mil Spec Charger Rear Sights Category

Send Allen M a pm and he will get back to you.