I love my 1911s, but I carry daily and trust my life to my Glock 21. I have carried this big thing so many years do not even notice the bulkiness anymore. Not sure why but out of all my pistols I shoot this the best, very accurate. This Glock with my reloads 230 FMJ over 6.0 grains Unique will make a ragged hole in center of a 5in shootnc at 15yds.
That's like saying witch child do you love more.... Colt 1911 gold cup to my glocks they all have a soft spot in my heart. My favorite one to shoot is probably my colt custom shop 70s series. Just because it has a better trigger than my sw52 and I shoot wonderfully tight groups with it. My favorite carry piece either glock 30 or 21 for work. Life it death my hk usp will be there flawlessly and has been for over 20,000 rds.
While a 1911 is the quintessential 45, your question is a little general. I have a few 45s and they all serve different purposes. Here are some of mine:
Cowboy Action:
- Two 45 Colt Vaqueros
- Sistema 1927 for Wild Bunch - Marlin lever action rifle - Rossi 1892 rifle
Steel Plate Matches:
- S&W 625 w/ fiber optic front sight
- Kimber Target Classic 1911
I have enjoyed the Colt Gold up. Un fortunately I went through a divorce and had to sell it to pay the attorney. I have my eye on another one and hope to buy it soon.