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08-05-2022, 5:02 PM
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CA Compliant 1911 for CCW
Can folks recommend a CA on roster 1911 for concealed carry. Smaller is better for me but I don't want to sacrifice all the goodness that makes a 1911. BTW I can't afford a Wilson Combat lol.
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08-05-2022, 5:12 PM
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Glock….
Jk. I’m only mostly aware of the full size models. Not much on the compact sizes other than Springfield EMP.
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08-05-2022, 5:13 PM
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Get a Wilson Combat
 jkWhat’s your budget like? Perhaps the EMP (in 9mm) or carry a full-size? Kimber has a compact model too (Ultra Carry II), but not sure about reliability (and rust) issues.
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08-05-2022, 5:16 PM
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I think the EMP may be off roster now. I guess that leaves Kimber or Rock Island for the lower cost options. RIA has a 3.5" on roster
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08-05-2022, 6:08 PM
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CA Compliant 1911 for CCW
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I have a 1911 CS. Fun little gun but it’s heavy. No aluminum to reduce weight. And the CA version comes with GI sights. You could order a new slide with Novak sights though. I sent mine back and they changed the main spring. I use chip McCormick mags and it runs flawless. I think the EMP is still on roster. Kimber has sub compact 1911s but reliability is hit or miss and much more expensive than the RIA but definitely lighter. Kimber also has commander sized 1911s with aluminum frames on the roster but again, Kimber reliability rep has not been good of recent years. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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08-05-2022, 6:21 PM
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08-05-2022, 6:32 PM
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08-05-2022, 6:48 PM
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I’d go EMP or Kimber Pro Carry and make sure I run them well to confirm reliability. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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08-05-2022, 7:28 PM
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Ed Brown Kobra Carry, used??
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08-05-2022, 8:02 PM
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08-05-2022, 8:03 PM
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08-05-2022, 8:08 PM
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Not sure if CBOB meets the budget. It was around $1500 before Covid and I can’t imagine it being cheaper now. If it does, that’s a tough gun to beat as long as OP is okay with weight. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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08-05-2022, 8:23 PM
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I have a Kimber Pro Carry that has served me very well. It’s my preferred carry when I can dress for it.
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08-05-2022, 8:27 PM
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There are two Dan Wessons on the roster...a 4.3" and a 5"...you can check the roster for the model numbers.
And Springfield Armory has this...you can filter it for 1911's... https://www.springfield-armory.com/c...egal-firearms/
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08-05-2022, 8:28 PM
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08-05-2022, 9:09 PM
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Don't forget the RIA also has the stainless officer 3.5" with the tactical sights (the ones that were revived from the Charles Daly lines). I've never seen one in stock, but in theory they could show up!
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08-05-2022, 9:32 PM
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08-05-2022, 9:44 PM
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08-05-2022, 9:53 PM
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08-05-2022, 10:12 PM
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08-05-2022, 10:58 PM
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I was reading several weeks back, an article that described what new gun bills are coming up. I believe it was referring to SB 918, but not positive. But is said "cocked and locked" meaning one in the chamber-hammer back with a manual safety would not be allowed to carry concealed. I have no intention to knowingly post false information.
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08-05-2022, 11:20 PM
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https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB918/id/2600227
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08-06-2022, 11:05 AM
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Any Kimber commander. Lightweight and small enough to conceal easily without being a problem for control or accuracy. I have no rust issues anywhere on mine (including the barrel). Silicone is your friend in this fight too.
If you shoot it a lot you'll eventually wear out the ramp but you can have a new steel ramp insert put in. Mine also broke the ejector because it's a MIM part. Get a new steel one installed for absolute reliability. If you want it in 9mm, a Springfield Target is your only choice. Full sized and heavy but awesome functionally. I never recommend compacts or ultra compacts for carry. The defensive range is too short for effective use. YMMV.
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08-06-2022, 5:28 PM
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08-07-2022, 7:21 AM
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+1 on the cbob, would suggest just saving up for it
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08-07-2022, 7:24 AM
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Also per the thread in the 2a section, 918 is dead.
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08-07-2022, 7:44 AM
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I have a S&W PC1911 bobtail that would be perfect for you.
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08-07-2022, 8:41 AM
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I carried one a lot on long road trips. With a milt sparks holster it worked very well.
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08-07-2022, 9:32 AM
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As to what I carry, it's a lightweight Officer's model I purchased in Dallas in the late 1980's. I doubt it's on California's good list. It's under a small towel on the on the passenger's seat as I type this. 
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08-07-2022, 9:41 AM
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Glock 19 and money left for ammo!!!!
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08-07-2022, 1:09 PM
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08-07-2022, 2:32 PM
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 FWIW I've had an LTC/CCW since 1976. I started out with a Colt Commander and a Model 28 and lightened up over the years. To a Detonics and a Model 12 and eventually a Model 638 and a Kahr PM45. Much as I like my DW CBOB it's just too much for me to carry when the temperature hits high and I'm in shorts and a T-shirt. Others may be OK with it, for me it's too big and too much weight. I can slouch down to 6'4" and am under 200 lbs. I have the space, so to speak. If a 1911 type is what matters I think the EMP, the 3" alloy Kimbers and RIA 3" are the only "on roster" that lend themselves to constant, comfortable carry in all weather conditions and with no printing. I have a 3" CDP and a Raptor and they work fine. The 1911 I carry on occasion is an old Defender. It rattles like a can of rocks but feeds everything, including 255 grain LSWC designed for 45 Colt. You may want to consider used "on roster" too. I paid about $900.00 for the Raptor and CDP used, IIRC they run about $1,400.00 new.
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