ab4ka
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for me it would be the 640 as I prefer revolvers...not going to jam, no feed problems, if I have a problem just pull the trigger again.
Which of these three handguns would you CC?
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OldW
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For me, I would opt for the 1911. I know people have their misgivings about reliability in a 1911 with less than a commander length (4.25") barrel, but I have never had any issues with my OACP. The only FTF that I have ever had was with a new recipe for handloads, and there were about 8 out of 500. Since it was all range fodder, I don't worry about that much. With factory loads, it is 100%. Plus, I just love the feel of a SA trigger!
Furthermore, I like the capacity of autos, with the ability of quick reloads. Yes, I understand there are those out there that can reload a revolver faster than I can a semi-auto, but most can't. I would give up the slight edge of capacity of the 9mm for the awesome man-stopping power of the mighty .45 acp (ok, I got a little carried away there).
Also, I find it interesting to see the responses that are garnered on a site like this. Post this same question on the 1911 forum, and you will get an entirely different set of responses. To each his own.......
Furthermore, I like the capacity of autos, with the ability of quick reloads. Yes, I understand there are those out there that can reload a revolver faster than I can a semi-auto, but most can't. I would give up the slight edge of capacity of the 9mm for the awesome man-stopping power of the mighty .45 acp (ok, I got a little carried away there).
Also, I find it interesting to see the responses that are garnered on a site like this. Post this same question on the 1911 forum, and you will get an entirely different set of responses. To each his own.......
keith44spl
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For the Serious
Well, ever since I started wearing long pant with pockets full time,
I been around the .45 Automatic Colt Pistol and that platform. I just like 'em...So,
I pick the Defender,
Their just business like...And if you look real close into the muzzle,
some say you can see a graveyard down there.
If held to a felon's ear...I suspect they can hear the ocean. ~Smiley~
Su Amigo,
Dave
Let's have some fun and get opinions. I now own three conceal carry framed handguns. Which one would you carry and why? All have performed flawlessly.
Top to bottom:
Colt Defender 1911 3" .45 caliber, 7+1 rds.
S&W 3913 9mm 8+1 rds.
S&W 640-1 38/357 5 rds.
Well, ever since I started wearing long pant with pockets full time,
I been around the .45 Automatic Colt Pistol and that platform. I just like 'em...So,
I pick the Defender,
Their just business like...And if you look real close into the muzzle,
some say you can see a graveyard down there.
If held to a felon's ear...I suspect they can hear the ocean. ~Smiley~
Su Amigo,
Dave
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lance22
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My youngest (adult son) has a Colt Defender with about 1000 rounds through it. It has never jammed or had any kind of failure to feed. Completely flawless.
I own a 640-1. Love it.
The S&W semi-auto I can't speak to. Personally, I think variety is the spice of life and I'd carry whatever you feel like carrying on a given day. Make sure you have several good carry holsters for each gun as each holster gives you allowances for how you can dress - more holsters = more choices = greater flexibility.
I own a 640-1. Love it.
The S&W semi-auto I can't speak to. Personally, I think variety is the spice of life and I'd carry whatever you feel like carrying on a given day. Make sure you have several good carry holsters for each gun as each holster gives you allowances for how you can dress - more holsters = more choices = greater flexibility.
Gutpile Charlie
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I would go for the revolver, every time.
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