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Originally Posted by replicant_argent
That Kimber is very nice looking. My solution only weighs 15.9 oz. (6 or 7 rd cap)compared to the 28 oz. (7 rd cap) of the Kimber. It is only 9mm though. The .45 version is only 19.3 oz (5 rd)... Much easier to carry every day.
That being said, I would absolutely like a 1911 option, for varietys sake.
http://www.para-usa.com/new/product_pistol.php?id=61 that one has tempted me a couple of times. I would like to shoot one. 24 ounces, 6 cap, Commander sized.. me likey. |
I understand the weight advantage. BTW, the full size grips (on the Pro carry 4.25 inch barrel & 5 inch barrel) accomodate an 8 rd mag without protruding. Plus 1911s are designed to be carried cocked & locked meaning you have a round in the chamber. So, my Kimber is carried with 8+1. I know this adds to the weight, but it is also decent capacity for a single stack pistol.
I too love variety. My next handgun purchase will probably be a wheelgun, then maybe a little pocket semi-auto.
The 1911s fit my hand so perfectly. The only other pistol I've held that rivals that feel is the Walther PPK. But, my favorite feature of the 1911 is that super smooth single-action trigger.