Is anyone buying/using full size full weight semi-auto handguns

[Sevens]

Ahhhh mea culpa. I read the thread title and the entire opening post but it wasn't until I saw what thread category this is posted in, so ultimately, you were asking who is carrying full-size all metal pistols.

I own a slew of them, I carry none of them.

 

[Marshal Tom]

Carried a 1911 of some configuration exclusively for many years on and off duty. I have also carried a BHP from time to time. Also own a CZ 75B SA recently purchased but don't have a holster for it yet. When I go up on the Grand Mesa I often switch to one of several all steel S&W K or N frames.

 

[ContinentalOp]

Would a belt slide holster work for one of these?

It might, but, personally, I don't like belt slide holsters. I prefer a holster with full coverage down the length of the slide/barrel.

I'll be getting an IWB holster for my 92, haven't decided which one yet. I'm leaning towards a Kramer IWB#3, but a VMII-style holster may be more practical.

I don't carry OWB, but if I did I would probably try to find a good pancake holster. An Avenger-style holster may work, but it doesn't conceal as well, generally speaking.

With a big gun like the 92, whether Beretta or Taurus, the grip is going to be difficult to conceal, so I would recommend finding a holster that will pull the butt of the gun into your body.

I also have a preference for holsters that stay open after drawing the gun. I think it makes holstering easier and safer.

As always, just my opinion. You'll probably have to experiment to figure out what will work for you.

 

[squidsix]

Bought a Colt commercial 1911 from the late 20s and shot 500 rounds through it last week. That count?

 

[Duckford]

Don't own a plastic frame gun, have no desire to. Everything I carry is a full size K or N frame revolver or big frame auto loader.

 

[marinevet]

I had a full size Ed Brown on my hip yesterday.........

 

[dr. mordo]

I much prefer steel frame guns.

I usually pocket carry a snubbie, but when I leave the house I always carry a full size metal gun on my belt. My main carry guns for the last couple of years have been a 4" S&W M29 and a Browning Hi Power.

I also have a Beretta 92FS and a 1911 Commander that get carried from time to time, and my bedside gun is a SIG P226.

 

[CB3]

My full size M&P 9mm with an RMR weighs 30 oz with an unloaded mag. Adding 17+1 rounds of 115 grn HP ammo brings the carrying weight up to ~37 oz.

That may not be quite as heavy as some of the all steel guns mentioned here, but it is not a lightweight. It shoots well, is reliable, and carries just fine AIWB in a JM Kydex holster on a Wilderness stiffened nylon belt. The belt is infinitely adjustable with its Velcro closure, so it it is very quick and easy to dial in a minor adjustment for comfort. I carry this rig 90% of the time, switching to something smaller for specific occasions.

Adding a spare 21-round extended mag and knife to the belt load works fine. Takes some commitment, proper equipment, and getting comfortable with it, but it is very comforting.

Big guns rule. Carry them. I have others, all steel, revolvers and semis. Love them all, better than small guns.

 

[Spokes]

I recently purchased a CZ Shadow2. It is the heaviest handgun I own.
Usually carry a a lightweight J frame in my pocket. This week I will have on my belt an all steel Kobra Carry 45 acp as I expect we will have problems because of Dorian..

 

[bigggbbruce]

I only carry full size autos... they fit my full size hands..

 

[Krogen]

I shoot Bullseye: 1911 in 45 ACP, 1911 in 38 Super and S&W 41.

Bought 2 plastic 40's over time. First a Ruger SR40. Didn't like it much at all. Didn't learn and then bought an H&K 40. Nice gun but I can't hit the broadside of a barn with it - from inside. So, I finally learned. If at first you don't succeed, then don't buy another plastic 40.

 

[hammer 1]

My two carry pistols are a les baer, UTC, and a nighthawk custom, browning hi power , depends on my mood. Both in ritchie stake out IWB holsters

 

[ContinentalOp]

Smaller, lighter guns are definitely easier to carry and conceal, but I believe that with some forethought, and maybe a wardrobe adjustment, most people can effectively conceal a larger carry gun than they think they can. It's largely a matter of how much effort and committment one is willing to make.

Just my opinion.

 

[murphydog]

"Is anyone else buying/using full size full weight semi-auto handguns."

Yes.

But I bet with the lower weight and cost, and LE use of polymer guns, all-metal handguns are a small minority of current sales.

 

[Rastoff]

I'll use whatever gun I can use best to protect myself and family. If that means using a full size 1911, then so be it.

 

[Rustyt1953]

My safe houses several nice Heavyweights and Cruiserweights.

My nightstand gun is a Middleweight.

My CC gun is a Bantamweight.

 

[hoc9sw]

Yes.

I still carry a 1911 on occasion.
Have bought more than a few.

 

[tlawler]

While not full size, I have a S&W 1911SC Commander, S&W 4516ND, Sig P229 and a P239 in my semi-auto carry rotation. Nothing plastic for me.

 

[OLDSTER]

A few big guys HP, Tokarev, Mil-Spec 1911

 

[Ingramite]

Sometimes

In short?
Yup.