Yeah, I'm a flip-flopper, deal with it. 1911 content

[bobzilla]

OK 1911 peeps. I've noticed lately that I'm carrying my fullsize springer loaded a lot more than I used to. My two issues with this gun are it's HEAVY. On our kitchen food scale it's closing in on 3lbs loaded with an 8rd mag. The other is to carry IWB, that is a long barrel to get clear in times of need.

So.... is there a commander length (4") that is appreciably lighter for a decent price (think 5-800 range)? How much lighter is it truly over this hog?

 

[halfmileharry]

Been there done that. Cure is a very good belt and holster. I have a Champion light weight loaded I carry at times. Lots less weight.

 

[bobzilla]

Belt and holster are decent and that's not really my problem at this point. A lighter pistol would be really nice though. that's why in the summer I tend to only carry the Taurus because its over a lb lighter.

 

[halfmileharry]

1911s get heavy after a while I love my Champion for that reason. I got mine used and put over 3k since I got it. Round count unknown but absolutely perfect function. I can recommend one from experience. Shorter barrel standard grip

 

[Expat]

I carried my Colt Wiley Clapp LW Commander yesterday when I was out and about. Barely realized it was there.

 

[halfmileharry]

Any carry draw time depends on many factors. Length is only one. Understand the compromises and make your decision as to what is best for you

 

[bobzilla]

SPringer Champion LW and Colt WC Comm.... good start. Waiting on CM to pipe in because doesn't he own 3 of everything?

 

[nra4ever]

Smith $ Wesson e series bobtail with the scandium frame. Nice and light weight for edc. They have sold used in your price range.

 

[bobzilla]

Jonh Smith?

 

[wagyu52]

It's a horrible paradox, go too small and light (LW officer) and they kick like a rented mule (that's the first problem of many). Full sized steel frame shoots like a Cadillac but you need a back pack to carry it.
I know it's a 1911 abomination but I've got a Dan Wesson guardian, aluminum framed commander in 9mm and flat out love it, the sweetest shooting semi auto center fire I have shot. Fully loaded 9+1 it weighs 2lbs 2oz. The gun, mag and 9-230gr .45's is 2lb 6oz. it's more than your budget but should give you an idea what the wieght is.

 

[bobzilla]

2lb 6oz is good. That's about what the Taurus is with 11rds of 230gr.

 

[Nam1911]

The RUGER Lightweight commander is right up your alley. It is next on my list. Carried a 5 inch 1911 for two years. Been carrying a commander 4.25" for over a year. Perfect length. Now the lightweight commander is about a quarter pound lighter. All for around 600-700

 

[halfmileharry]

You have to realize that we have been"pussified" and spoiled? I am an old fart but I used to carry a M14, 1911, full gear, and around 25 mags. I repeat... Spoiled

 

[t-squared]

The RUGER Lightweight commander is right up your alley. It is next on my list. Carried a 5 inch 1911 for two years. Been carrying a commander 4.25" for over a year. Perfect length. Now the lightweight commander is about a quarter pound lighter. All for around 600-700

Ruger® SR1911® * Centerfire Pistol Model 6711...7oz lighter than their regular frame

Ruger SR1911 .45ACP Lightweight Commander 4.25-inch 7Rd Novak 3 Dot Sights Online Gun Store

 

[bobzilla]

7OZ Lighter than another commander, 10oz lighter than the fullsize.

 

[nra4ever]

The e series loaded 8+1 with 165g comes in at 34.65 oz.

 

[daddyusmaximus]

You have to realize that we have been"pussified" and spoiled? I am an old fart but I used to carry a M14, 1911, full gear, and around 25 mags. I repeat... Spoiled

As an old retired soldier, I have carried a lot of heavy things in my life. I'll have to agree with you on this. The pussification of America (even within the military) has bothered me for years. I encourage people to not worry about the weight of a good weapon. No need to stress over ounces unless you're backpacking through the mountains. I carry my full size S&W 1911 every day. Never weighed it. I like it, so I carry it, end of story.

 

[bobzilla]

OK, to clarify I am not currently actively looking to buy one right now. IF I did something now, it would be trading off my fullsize for a commander. But that is a BIG if.

I do appreciate the PM's with offers, but I'm just exercising a mental thought at this time.

 

[flatlander]

Meh. Get a Glock 19 and be done with it.
It's under your price so you can get ammo and holster instead of dragging that relic around.

I KIIIID I KIIID !!!

I used to have a Kimber CDP with the short butt and mid-size barrel that carried like a dream. It was the last .45 I got rid of due to hand and wrist injuries.

Bob

 

[rjklein4470]

its all about the holster and the belt.