I have decided to get a 1911 to carry and to shoot in steel matches or 3gun if I get the bug. Just some background I own one 1911, a full size colt 1991a1, bought new the first year they came out. I currently carry, depending on the weather a springfield XDSC9 or S&W 340PD. I want the new 1911 to have a rail and be in 45ACP. Now to the questions.
1. For those of you who carry a 1911 is there much difference in a full size and a commander size when it comes to concealing it? Is the main difference just the barrel length and does the extra inch make much of a difference? My full size seems to carry well and the weight is fine with a good belt.
2. Looking at models and manufacturers, I know about kimber, colt, S&W and springfields. I want to stay at 1000.00 or less and have been looking at the springfield champion operator and sig1911 carry scorpion models. Both seem to have good reviews. Are there other manufacturers I should be looking at a lower price point?
Hoping to see and handle a few 1911s at the 1500 this weekend to possible bring one home.
thanks
Jim
1. For those of you who carry a 1911 is there much difference in a full size and a commander size when it comes to concealing it? Is the main difference just the barrel length and does the extra inch make much of a difference? My full size seems to carry well and the weight is fine with a good belt.
2. Looking at models and manufacturers, I know about kimber, colt, S&W and springfields. I want to stay at 1000.00 or less and have been looking at the springfield champion operator and sig1911 carry scorpion models. Both seem to have good reviews. Are there other manufacturers I should be looking at a lower price point?
Hoping to see and handle a few 1911s at the 1500 this weekend to possible bring one home.
thanks
Jim