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1911, why are they liked?

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I was asked a question by a person I know, but couldn't answer it the best.

Why are some guys or gals such big fans of the 1911 style handguns, what's the big deal with them?

The person isn't a member, but frequently looks on here.
 
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It's a gun with personality. Tons of class and customizability. You can find 'em with history or you can get the newest most tactical thing on the market. You can have a hundred 1911's and none be the same as the next. My .02.
 
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The 1911 has a long, distinguished history of service starting since, well, 1911.

It has a history of being a solid weapon and extremely safe to carry and use.

It's heavy-ish, slender and reliable.

It's built in some rendition or other by more companies around the world than just about any other firearm, except maybe the AK47.
 
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Did mention to him alot of customizing comparing to other firearms.

But that's really about all I know. I've only shot one a couple round months ago.
 
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They have a rich history. Fires a big ars chunk of lead. Feels good in your hand. And has a great trigger.
And I can't get this one off my arm. :)
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There are those of us for whom the "Government Model" was the first semi-auto pistol we ever shot ... I entered active duty in 1979, and promptly fell in love with the Colt 1911A1 .45. Growing up, the only handguns I'd been exposed to were generally S&W revolvers. After I became an MP, and first scored "expert" with the 1911, I was enthralled. Carrying one for years, becoming proficient with the platform and later becoming an armorer, well, the hook was set. Later, finding out just how you could expand the capabilities of a 1911, wow. No other pistol offers the endless variations and capabilities of a 1911.

To paraphrase my 4-wheeling buddies and their Jeep saying: If you have to ask, you just can't understand.
 
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I like mine because it feels better in my hand than any other gun I have picked up. It's reliable. When I squeeze the trigger, it goes bang, every time. I have a Dan Wesson stainless steel Bobtail Commander. Being a woman, I want the weight of steel to help offset felt recoil. I've loved 1911s since I first shot one, a Kimber. Your friend probably won't understand until he shoots one himself. I carry this gun on a daily basis and trust my life to it.
 
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Well, Ruby, I don't know you, but I have to say that any woman who carries a DW CBOB has exquisite taste.
 
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Ruby said:
I like mine because it feels better in my hand than any other gun I have picked up. It's reliable. When I squeeze the trigger, it goes bang, every time. I have a Dan Wesson stainless steel Bobtail Commander. Being a woman, I want the weight of steel to help offset felt recoil. I've loved 1911s since I first shot one, a Kimber. Your friend probably won't understand until he shoots one himself. I carry this gun on a daily basis and trust my life to it.
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Ayuh!
 
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Whose in there?

Bo said:
There are those of us for whom the "Government Model" was the first semi-auto pistol we ever shot ... I entered active duty in 1979, and promptly fell in love with the Colt 1911A1 .45. Growing up, the only handguns I'd been exposed to were generally S&W revolvers. After I became an MP, and first scored "expert" with the 1911, I was enthralled. Carrying one for years, becoming proficient with the platform and later becoming an armorer, well, the hook was set. Later, finding out just how you could expand the capabilities of a 1911, wow. No other pistol offers the endless variations and capabilities of a 1911.

To paraphrase my 4-wheeling buddies and their Jeep saying: If you have to ask, you just can't understand.
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Bo, how the heck did you know what I was thinking. Entered service in "86" Tanker stationed in the
desert with a vietnam era M1911A1 and a M3 grease gun how much more nostalgic does it get. I hated to trade
it in for an M9 but still I grew to appreciate it for what it was and accept it for what it was not.

Now A Glock 21 is my primary but I am so in love with my 1918 Remington made Government Model.
Just like an old car, when you get to know them you will come to rely on them. That 1950 flathead ford just
won't quit.
 
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Tons of class and customizability.
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Popular because, like the 10/22 and AR15, you buy one, then find it is so easy to replace all the parts with good ones. :)

Bruce
 
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I like 1911's because of thier history. John Moses was years ahead of his time when he designed it. I have several guns for just as many different reasons. The 1911 is just one of those things of beauty that I had to add to my collection. I also have a 10/22 and an AR15, those are just some of the guns that every man (or woman) should own.
 
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+1 to all of this

Jayd1981 said:
I like 1911's because of thier history. John Moses was years ahead of his time when he designed it. I have several guns for just as many different reasons. The 1911 is just one of those things of beauty that I had to add to my collection. I also have a 10/22 and an AR15, those are just some of the guns that every man (or woman) should own.
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I don't have a 1911 yet because I haven't felt it was important or the right time to decide. It is the only form or gun I have picked up and shot all the centers out of 6 on the first shots.
 
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Aryk45XD said:
I don't have a 1911 yet because I haven't felt it was important or the right time to decide. It is the only form or gun I have picked up and shot all the centers out of 6 on the first shots.
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Yes, they are very accurate. I shoot much better with my 1911 than I do with my S&W 9.
 
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Ruby said:
Yes, they are very accurate. I shoot much better with my 1911 than I do with my S&W 9.
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Ruby has a very nice 1911. Although, personally I prefer my Beretta...I just like the way it feels.

Ruby, is your 1911 a double stack? FWIU there are 1911's that are double stack now...or is that only in 9mm?
 
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