Model 1911 Carry

[crazyphil]

Of course, and here it is in two of it's favorite rides.
On the left is a Brill-Persons. Red Nichols made both
the holster and belt for me.
On the right is a Heiser model 728. Belt is by Texas Gunslinger.
Third is the 1911 which is a Colt's series 80 Gold Cup National Match.
Why a commander hammer? Because I simply like the look better.

 

[AJ]

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Absolutely...

No other way to carry 1911's in my mind.

When I was stationed at Naval Station Long Beach, I carried an M1911A1 in a soft Uncle Mike's holster. It was concealed when I was wearing camouflaged utilities. I carried it in the small of my back, hard on you when sitting in a car.

Below is my Weapons Card that I had to carry. Wish I was still that age and weight!

 

[ladder13]

Been carrying this'n in days of late...


10mm Lightweight Commander

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Wow, I have no words.

 

[S&W Fan]

Since 1978 c&l only. My current cool/cold weather carry is a 5" Les Baer.

 

[AJ]

Since everyone is showing their 1911's in holsters, here are two of mine in the same holster. I prefer a M7 military shoulder holster. Just not as classy as some of you folks.

 

[sousana]

40 plus years I've carried a 1911 concealed and condition 1 is the only way to do it. I remember when I was in Naples Italy back in the 70's the Marine Guards on the gates of NSA ( Naval Support Activity) carried their 1911's with a loaded magazine but empty chamber. With the world as it is now, I'm sure their carry method is different now. About a mile away was the NATO base AFSOUTH ( Armed Forces Souther Europe), the main gate was guarded by both the Italian Carabinieri and US Air Force Security Police. The Italians were armed with Beretta 92's and sub-machine guns while the Security Police were armed with S&W Mod 10 Pencil bbl and shotguns. A weapon NOT ready for instant use is a weapon that's worthless when needed.

 

[AJ]

40 plus years I've carried a 1911 concealed and condition 1 is the only way to do it. I remember when I was in Naples Italy back in the 70's the Marine Guards on the gates of NSA ( Naval Support Activity) carried their 1911's with a loaded magazine but empty chamber. With the world as it is now, I'm sure their carry method is different now. About a mile away was the NATO base AFSOUTH ( Armed Forces Souther Europe), the main gate was guarded by both the Italian Carabinieri and US Air Force Security Police. The Italians were armed with Beretta 92's and sub-machine guns while the Security Police were armed with S&W Mod 10 Pencil bbl and shotguns. A weapon NOT ready for instant use is a weapon that's worthless when needed.

The Marines at that time were doing good to be allowed to carry with a magazine inserted. For a long time their magazines had to be in the mag pouch. In the mid 80's we were allowed to ut a loaded magazine in the pistol but no rounds in the chamber. Then the Security Force Battalion took over security. We were trained in Condition 1 at that time. Our Instructors had been trained at Gunsite with Cooper supervising. What they are doing now I am not sure as have been out of the loop for a long time. I worked a Guard Chief at NWS Seal Beach, until the MAA's took over and the Marines transferred to most sensitive security duties. I was moved up the road to NS Long Beach as I had a lot of contacts with the local D's & Sheriff's Departments. See my weapons custody card above.

 

[sotexas]

Completely individual decision

[QUOTE

IF you're gonna carry an AUTO, carry it CHAMBERED! And IF you don't have the confidence to do that, carry a REVOLVER![/QUOTE]

Mic Drop

 

[tops]

Since everyone is showing their 1911's in holsters, here are two of mine in the same holster. I prefer a M7 military shoulder holster. Just not as classy as some of you folks.

I like the strap between the hammer and firing pin. That is a super good safety. Larry

 

[AJ]

I like the strap between the hammer and firing pin. That is a super good safety. Larry

Larry,

That is called a "Thumb Break" holster. As you grasp the pistol, your thumb naturally goes to the release and unsnaps the holster.

AJ

 

[tmd17]

Colt Agent

Colt New Agent in 45 - My every day carry, and yes condition 1.

 

[Protected One]

Absolutely!

 

[Whit]

Like many others, I have always carried a 1911 cocked and locked, both as a LEO and concealed carry. Anyone carry a Colt Lightweight Government Model as a concealed carry pistol?