1911 for concealed carry?

[OLDFED]

1911 in a .45 ACP x 3

I carried a Smith Model 39 for years just tucked into my waist and in spite of several "wrestling matches" with bad guys, never lost it. For the past ten years, I've been wearing a Kimber Stainless 5" with a side clip tucked between my jeans and the belt. If I get "dressed up" I wear a Kimber Pro Carry in a shoulder holster. The only time I carry a revolver now is if I get the urge to try something different. I recently bought a Ruger SA and am waiting for a Mernickle PS6 so that I can carry that when the mood strikes. The Ruger is in .44 SPL. I also have a Smith 624 that I may start carrying, but I really don't like an OWB holster under light clothes. In order: Safety, Protection and Ease of concealment are my criteria...AND my ability with anything I carry. The 1911s are carried: Tucked: hammer down, requiring cocking; and Shoulder: Cocked and Locked. Will try for photos.

 

[Double-O-Dave]

When I was younger, thinner, and healthier, the only handgun I carried was a Colt Series 70 Government model in a Bianchi Askins Avenger holster. As I got older, fatter, and less healthy, especially after a wrist injury to my dominant hand, I found I could not competenly fire a 1911 pattern pistol anymore. I switched to a Sig P-220, and then a S&W Model 625 to handle my .45ACP needs. I'd love to try a 1911 again, but cannot due to the wrist injury. I also think with the advances in technology, I'd be better served with either a 3rd generation S&W semi-auto, or a new M&P. I've also been spoiled by the Airweight J-frames that serve as my EDCs.

Best of luck,

Dave