Lightweight 9mm 1911 ??????

[smittty]

Can you guys recommend a current manufactured lightweight full size 1911 in 9mm?

Thanks,

[eifersucht]

I don't think lightweight would be a descriptor for just about any 1911

[echang86]

I'm interested too.

Closest thing I know is Dan Wesson Guardian, comes with an aluminum slide. But it's commander sized

[223556]

Springfield Armory EMP 9mm
Heard its a very well handling 1911 and I love the feel of it.
Just cant bring myself to spending $1300 or so for it.

[223556]

Also for full size, Rock Island Armory 1911 9mm version, but I dont think its lightweight by any means.

[smittty]

I've shot the EMP and loved it. It's an option but I'd prefer the size version. I'll keep looking.

[BamBam-31]

May I ask why you need a lightweight version? Is it for CCW?

One of the best things about shooting a 9mm 1911 is how the weight of the gun makes shooting 9mm feel like nothing.

[MA2]

Most light weight 1911's will be of the non-full sized version.
Can't think of a full sized aluminum/alloy full sized 1911.

I would like a Colt lightweight defender 9mm someday

[Press Check]

The only manufacturer that I know of that makes a light weight, full size 1911 is Nighthawk Custom, but be prepared to pay upwards of $4,000 for a titanium pistol.

[Juice5610]

Dan Wesson Gaurdian would be my pick.

[rubber duckie]

keep an eye out for the new rock river poly 1911s.

http://www.rockriverarms.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=category.display&category_id=559

[Press Check]

keep an eye out for the new rock river poly 1911s.

http://www.rockriverarms.com/index.c...ategory_id=559

Something about a polymer receiver just seems to completely detract from the novelty of a 1911.

[rubber duckie]

yeah, but the OP wanted light...

[voiceofreason]

If getting a 1911, get it in .45. It'll be most reliable in the round it was designed for.

alloy framed commander?