1911

[TacopsDep417]

Does anyone here carry a 1911 for duty. Which one do you carry and why did you choose the 1911?

[jc0311]

Didnt you post a thread like this, last year? I was going to take the 1911 course last month, however had to cancel because scheduling conflicts. I just want to take the course for $#!ts and giggles. I would only carry it on special occasions (ceremonies and such). I would not carry one on duty, to me the limited ammo and the fact they are very high maintenance guns is a no-go for on duty use.

I feel pretty confident carrying my glock 17 gen 5 or my P226 TACOPS on duty. Now if I was to carry a 45, I would consider the P227, Glock 21 or the HK 45. Out of those three the Glock 21 has the ammo capacity with 13+1. Everyone doesn't necessarily like Glocks, but to me they get the job done, easy to shoot and maintain.

I wish the department would look at the Sig P320, I just got the TACOPS version and that thing is sweet. Anyhow back to the 1911, I have a TRP Operator and a S&W E-Series. The TRP would be my choice if I had to take one on duty or a Sig 1911 TACOPS. For the price point you can't beat either one. Yes, you can go buy a wazoo Wilson Combat or Nighthawk, but they're up there in price. Anyhow good luck on your quest.

[18sam2011]

IMHO the 1911 is obsolete for regular patrol operations due to its limited capacity and weight.

There are so many choices out there now for high capacity duty guns that are just as accurate and have the same, if not better shootability than a 1911. If you MUST have a 1911 pistol for duty, I would get a high quality double stack 9mm 2011 and shoot the **** out of it prior to making the official switch.

Again, this is just my opinion, but anyone who switches to a 1911 nowadays with all the other choices available, do it for the "cool" factor.

[SDDAVE56]

IMHO the 1911 is obsolete for regular patrol operations due to its limited capacity and weight.

There are so many choices out there now for high capacity duty guns that are just as accurate and have the same, if not better shootability than a 1911. If you MUST have a 1911 pistol for duty, I would get a high quality double stack 9mm 2011 and shoot the **** out of it prior to making the official switch.

Again, this is just my opinion, but anyone who switches to a 1911 nowadays with all the other choices available, do it for the "cool" factor.

How many rounds fired by SFPD the other day?? 65?? How many hits?? I switched from my Sig P226 to my 1911. The 1911 fits my hand better, and I shoot it better. As far as capacity, it holds two more rounds than my revolver. Capacity doesn't mean much if you cat hit your target.

[F4E Phantom]

When my son was in jr. high 4 yrs ago, he went to a school for trouble makers in San Jose. The campus officer carried a 1911 + 2 Wilson mags. I’m guessing Les Baer.
I wanted to talk to him, but he is going to think I’m a gun nut, which I am.

[Snoopy47]

How many rounds fired by SFPD the other day?? 65?? How many hits??

[SDDAVE56]

I only lost 10 rounds when I switched from my 226 to the 1911. Plus I had my PPK/S with one extra mag. As far as the brand,,Springfield Armory,,Mil Spec. It doesn't have to be expensive, but it does have to be reliable.

[Engine104]

Danny Reagan on Blue Bloods carries one

[micro911]

8 round magazines are common, and there are good extended 10 round magazines. The magazine capacity is not much of an issue if you carry quad mag in a pouch. That will give you enough rounds. The matter is if it fits you and if you feel comfortable with it. I retired before they authorized a 1911, so I don't know how it feels to carry it on duty.

I used to carry a Nighthawk GRP Recon pistol with Crimson Trace laser grip concealed. It was heavy so I switched to Glock 17, and I have been carrying a Glock ever since. I feel comfortable.

[chsk9]

Didnt you post a thread like this, last year? I was going to take the 1911 course last month, however had to cancel because scheduling conflicts. I just want to take the course for $#!ts and giggles. I would only carry it on special occasions (ceremonies and such). I would not carry one on duty, to me the limited ammo and the fact they are very high maintenance guns is a no-go for on duty use.

I feel pretty confident carrying my glock 17 gen 5 or my P226 TACOPS on duty. Now if I was to carry a 45, I would consider the P227, Glock 21 or the HK 45. Out of those three the Glock 21 has the ammo capacity with 13+1. Everyone doesn't necessarily like Glocks, but to me they get the job done, easy to shoot and maintain.

I wish the department would look at the Sig P320, I just got the TACOPS version and that thing is sweet. Anyhow back to the 1911, I have a TRP Operator and a S&W E-Series. The TRP would be my choice if I had to take one on duty or a Sig 1911 TACOPS. For the price point you can't beat either one. Yes, you can go buy a wazoo Wilson Combat or Nighthawk, but they're up there in price. Anyhow good luck on your quest.

I can tell you the Glock 21 is a giant pistol. If I had the choice I would rather carry a 1911, but that isn't a option. I have carried the 1911 before and I never felt outgunned.

[SoCalDep]

[shellslinger]

I'm just going to be that weird guy and say, why not a CZ75?

I'm planning on carrying one just to try it out. As thin as a 1911, holds 16 rounds, trigger is not quite 1911 but still a good trigger.

[Galli1565]

Just practice more with your duty pistol so you aren’t sucked into the crutch of NEEDING a single action trigger to shoot better. They are heavy, plus with a light AND 4 extra magazines that starts to add more fatigue and weight to an already heavy belt.

I agree with a lot of what SoCalDep posted. You will have to spend more time maintaining your firearm and you better be money at reloads. I’d recommend taking a 1911 armorers course and shooting IDPA or other competitive style matches.

[CinnamonBear723]

I have a springfield long beach operator. It was my brothers duty gun. I'd give anything in the world to give it back. I carry it to honor him. With a little training and a few extra mags I'm actually more accurate than I was with my glock. That said, it is quite a bit heavier. Maintenance is not an issue for me as I always take the time to properly clean and maintain all my firearms.

[jc0311]

SoCalDep, great write up. I been missing the last two classes because of scheduling issues. I'm due to go back up to wayside to shoot expert again as my current expert qual is about to expire.