I carried one model or other of 1911 (45 ACP of course) since I got off probation in April of 1974 until I retired and for something over 10 years after that. Arthritis in my hands (swollen thumb knuckle) made me give up the 1911 for the wider grip and softer recoil of 45 ACP Glocks (G30 and lately a G30S). Now with the arthritis getting even worse I am about to shift over to a 4" 325 PD for carry (no dual recoil spring to manipulate).


After all these years carrying 45 ACPs, loading and shooting 45 ACPs, even depending on them in several armed encounters while wearing a badge, you will have to forgive me if I listen to all the claims of the wonderfulness of the 9mm some what skeptically. Yea, I'm getting old and cranky and stuck in my ways. So be it! (smile)


Dave

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RSVN '69-'71
PCSD (Ret)