I started carrying a 1911 government model when I was 18. Carried it for years until I started Getting back problems. Then I started going back and forth between the 1911 and a 3 inch model 19. Now all I carry is a model 10 or the model 19. My brother asked me why I didn't choose a Glock or something In a lightweight auto. I told him that once a Glock is loaded and on your hip along with an extra magazine or two are you really carrying a lightweight rig any more. I have found that a K fame with two speedloaders on the hip are easier on the back than anything else.