Carry 45

[callerys]

Looking at a new carry 45. Considered the Kimber Ultra CDP years ago and heard about quality issues. Is it better now? Thoughts/Opinions?

[kidicarus13]

If it were me and it had to be a Kimber, I'd look into a used Series I before I'd buy a new Series II. Or check out the current Springfield offerings. Or spend a little more and check out a Dan Wesson.

[ray1970]

Good carry guns are good carry guns. Caliber is mostly personal preference.

Probably not the advice you?re looking for but even in 45 caliber I?d lean towards something reliable from Glock, Sig, S&W etc.

[BPTactical]

If it were me and it had to be a Kimber, I'd look into a used Series I before I'd buy a new Series II. Or check out the current Springfield offerings. Or spend a little more and check out a Dan Wesson.

I can agree with you on this- Old Kimbers were good pistols. Don't overlook Smith and Wesson either. Are you locked into a 1911 style?

[.455_Hunter]

I recently picked-up a P220 Compact- 6+1 capacity and can use the normal P220 8 rounders if desired.

[callerys]

I have a shield that I like but have been wanting a 1911 style for a while.

[ray1970]

I have a shield that I like but have been wanting a 1911 style for a while.

Ok. Then I vote for a Detonics Combat Master. Just because.

[callerys]

Will check out the P220

[Little Dutch]

I’m fond of the Sig 1911’s and think the C3 is a great carry 1911.

[Clint45]

I generally dislike Glocks, but years ago briefly owned a G36 which was quite good. Subcompact single stack 45.

If you're looking for a 1911 and aren't dead set on 45 ACP, I really like the Springfield EMP, which is available in 9mm and 40 S&W.

With 1911s, the smaller you go the more problems you'll have... Officer sized Kimbers are notoriously problematic, but some guys get pistols that seem to run well out of the box. Haven't heard many complaints about the 3" Colt Defender though.

[Doc45]

I am an old 1911 guy, been shooting/carrying them for 55 years. I recently picked up Springfield’s new Garrison Commander in stainless. It’s amazing at a great price. I no longer care for lightweight frames in my 45s but if that’s any interest I’d look at their Ronin Commander. As much of a 1911 fan as I am it seems those less than 4.25” seem to run into cycling issues. I had a couple Colt Defenders and while great for carry they did have issues running reliably with hp ammo. I’ve had a few 4”, Wilson and Springfield-they are fine.

I put standard width grips on the Garrison, a Novak front night sight and a 10-8 rear sight. I just got clearance from my eye surgeon after cataract surgery to start shooting again, I’ll be running it this afternoon.

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[O2HeN2]

If I was looking into a 1911 carry gun I'd probably get a Springfield Armory (excellent price/performance point) and an S&A mag guide (https://www.smithandalexander.com/guides.html) and call it done.

20, 25 years ago I wouldn't have touched a Springfield with a 10 foot pole, but that's all changed.

O2

[.455_Hunter]

I bought a Brazilian Springfield Micro Compact GI (all-steel, 3", officer's grip) in the mid-00's and had it customized with night sights and an ambi-safety. With less than 300 rounds, it locked-up tight mid stroke. After coming back from the mothership it was sold with full disclosure.

[buffalobo]

https://www.armscor.com/firearms-list/rock-ultra-cco-45acp-7rd

I have the full size GI in 9mm. Only issue was broken ejector at about 5K rounds. I ordered generic ejector from Brownells, spent 10 mins hand fitting and back up running.

If you're unarmed, you are a victim.

[Erni]

If you are not set on a 1911 then a 3rd gen metal/aluminum S&W makes for a good balance. 4? and change, have not had an issue with feeding or firing. Can be had as da/sa, or dao which makes it act like a revolver. 2nd gens have a lighter pull on dao due to 1/2 cock vs 1/4 cock configuration in case you need easier pull.