Why I'll ONLY Carry a 1911

I made a video a few years ago about why I stopped carrying micro/subcompacts and it has done well for all the wrong reasons... well here is a followup about why I ONLY carry 1911s now. Let's see what the internet has to say about this one.
0:00 - Intro
1:40 - A look at the 1911s I carry
5:57 - Proficiency
6:44 - Reliability
8:49 - Safety
11:10 - Accuracy
13:10 - The trigger
14:23 - Style Points

[@saltysailor6689]

At 14 I learned on my dad's 1911. At 20 I qualified expert pistol in the Navy on a 1911 and that was 50 years ago. All I've ever carried is a 1911 pattern pistol.

[@defconcreative]

💪🏼💪🏼

[@smokeymoe842]

Nobody ever said from an actual war "I used my .9mm and stopped multiple attackers" .

[@amdenis]

Why I will only carry a gun that I can practice with on a regular basis. Whatever it is, THAT is by far the most important factor.

[@defconcreative]

Exactly

[@mrflynn510]

I have owned and carried a variety of Colts, Springfields, and one Kimber. All of them have been totally reliable and easy to carry, handle, and shoot. I'll stay with the 1911.

[@zigbeegooblesnort125]

As a FUDD who first carried a 1911 .45acp in the USMC from 76'. As a PD it was a custom 1911. As the years went by and arthritis sent in the .45acp limited my practice. Hence, it's now a Staccato 2011 9mm that I can shoot all day...yep with a Holosun. So now I'm a cool FUDD. Semper Fi ✝️ 🇺🇸

[@me2ontube]

Try TUI (tumble upon impact) rounds - Chris Bartocci at Small Arms Solutions did a video about them

[@dimassalazar906]

I carry what my back feels like I should carry that day. Being a diesal mechanic has its drawbacks. Somedays good somedays bad.

[@wehrewulf]

First rule of being a diesel mechanic: Learn how to spell diesel.

[@dannyboy74]

RIA has been my 1911 for many years now and still goin strong with minimal issues. Very accurate to boot. Have a good one!

[@vincentp9038]

I agree with your points. I actually switched from carrying a Hellcat to a older Colt Lightweight Commander recently.

[@defconcreative]

You sir are a real one!!

[@KnifeNinjaEDC]

I’m too poor to edc and maintain a 1911. Tupperware gun gang.

[@mouthymoreno76]

Lol maybe a 2011 but lol I edc'd a government 1911 for a few of my early collecting years and when in cali 😅

[@defconcreative]

🤷🏼‍♂️

[@J.Young808]

We are limited to 10 rounds here in Commiefornia-lite (Hawai’i) so anything other than a 9mm 1911 is neutered.

[@lee9399]

Comment deleted.

[@johnlacasse8893]

​@@J.Young808 IMHO, any 9 mm, is neutered in comparison to 45... In real life, it takes 6-9 rds of 9 to be as effective as 1-3 rds of 45...

[@awokeone7997]

That second 1911 one in .45 ported is by far the best looking on that table especially with the chrome/black combo.

[@defconcreative]

It’s rad

[@gunmonkey6545]

If you are going to carry a 1911 then this is the way to do it. This actually goes for any pistol. If you carry multiple pistols with a different manual of arms, you are asking for trouble in my opinion. If you carry a G19 a lot but want something smaller on a particular day, then choose a G26. I also recommend that like the example I just gave, you stick with the same manufacturer, whether it’s S&W, Glock, or Sig, and in that same line/model. Personally, I carry S&W J-frame revolvers, just in different barrel lengths and grip sizes, but all have the same sight picture and trigger pull. Consistency is key.

[@robertkearney7339]

i have carryed a 1911 of one form or another sence i was in viet nam 54 years ago my edc is a tisas commander lightweight in 45acp im old so i use iron sights just easer for me keep up the good work

[@defconcreative]

Hell yeah!!! Keep up the lords work

[@kamikazekunze]

I hear ya, I just dealt two Sig P365’s away to daily my Sig C3. Damn nice shooter that weighs less than my Springfield V10 Officers. Thanks for the video. ❤

[@Flyingtiger1726]

I'm not a purest by any means but when I carry a 1911 its in .45

[@earlmorrison8163]

Nice collection !! My edc is Colt 1911 government model 45 acp !! Thanks for the video !!

[@defconcreative]

Perfecto EDC!!!! Carry it proudly

[@Jaggedmoon64]

I've just recently purchased my 1st 1911. Sad to say I am 48, and just now getting my first one. Not a Cabot, sadly my wallet couldn't make that happen.lol I now have a springfield ronin in .45. My ronin shoots very well. For the price, it has opened up the world of 1911's for me. One day I hope to have a Cabot, or an alchemy, beautiful firearms. Found your channel through Eli's channel. I have thoroughly enjoyed ya'lls content. A big hello and thanks from east Tennessee!

[@defconcreative]

Springfields are great

[@Jaggedmoon64]

Prior to getting my 1911, I had carried a smith and wesson m&p 40. It has done me well. I have always liked hammer fire, over striker fired. Thanks for your reply 👍. Have a blessed day

[@TheRealZJM377]

Now send it back to SA for TRP upgrades like MAGWELL NIGHT SIGHTS AND FRONT CHECKERING so you can keep your life time

[@williammatthews2948]

@@defconcreative Yes they are.

[@TARandFEATHERS]

My second time watching this, so I decided to chime in. Why do most people who say that the safety on a 1911 will get you killed, own AR15's with safeties that should be on/off with almost every shot??

[@williambarnette1049]

I have carried a 1911 for 45-46 years I never felt this was a problem.

[@defconcreative]

You have been correct for 46 years!

[@jah71]

I much prefer 1911s for the same reasons you speak of in your video. However, striker-fire polymer platforms are just so much more affordable for the "common man's'" income. It is the price point that generally keeps people away from reliable, highly accurate 1911s - not the platform alone.

[@mrflynn510]

Springfield Armory or Colt will serve you just fine for $800-1000 out of the box.

[@brandondavis4306]

look at the tisas line of pistols there raider model is around 750 or 800 bucks, they are extremely accurate and very high quality.

[@mrflynn510]

@@brandondavis4306 buddy of mine has one, I'm going to observe his results.

[@archer721]

The first weapon I was issued in the military as a medic in 1985 was a Springfield 1911… that was what I carried in civilian life also. When the military changed to the Beretta 92 (M-9) I became very familiar with its weaknesses… and strong points… as years passed I bought a Taurus 92 series because of its cross over features of the two… yet remaining fully aware of it’s shortcomings also… “BUT!” I still carry a Springfield 1911 because of its proven reliability and stopping power even though it has a lower capacity, it’s heavier, but is thinner and easier to conceal carry… as long as the world doesn’t fall apart and I don’t have to be concerned with aggressive bands of roaming gangs of thugs… at that point I may be forced to carry a larger capacity… 3 mags with 7 rounds of “.45 ACP” = 21… or 3 mags with 15 rounds of 9mm = “45”… I see it as that either way, I’m carrying 45 😎👍

[@anonymoussurname]

Carry what you are comfortable, confident, and competent with. I’m just glad you’re carrying. Personally I need different guns for different activities, weather/time of year, and different dress, and that also suit my slim/skinny frame.

[@jrbailey3208]

Hale good morrow from the middle of nowhere Wyoming, O fellow bourbon Imbiber! Thank you for once again proving why I subscribed to your channel and look forward to your vlogs when they pop up on my feed! You presented an outstanding expository that should never be condemned by any right-thinking person: you didn't condemn anyone else's carry choice, you didn't condemned anyone's caliber choice, you simply provided positive, constructive engaging reasons as to why you have your choice and how that can help others! I'll never be able to afford any of the weapons on your platform that you use, nor any of the $1,000 1911 choices that are around. It'll take me about 5 or 6 months to save up to afford a mid-level Girsan 1911's in 9 mm, which is one of my goals, and another 6 months to save up for that gearson T14 and 380 auto, though at the top of my list is that Kel-Tec 410 gauge bullpup shotgun for home defense. Your primary point concerning caring what you shoot the best with and with which you feel most comfortable when you're out and about is the primary reason everyone should cheer your vlog: personal choice amidst competency in execution of defense. Kudos for yet another excellent vlog! Cheers from the Oil Patch in Central Wyoming

[@massiveaction6217]

You are a good storyteller. I can tell by your writing. You can write books and make the money for those nice pistols. Never afford should not be in your vocabulary.

[@rnhrtmn]

#6 is a vastly overlooked reason. Great video!

[@defconcreative]

STYLE!!!!

[@ugo445]

You just got a new grateful subscriber!

[@thomaspalmer7900]

Great video!! I own a Ruger SR1911 & a Springfield Armory A1 Mil Spec both have been fantastic shooting pistols. I do not currently EDC them but if a person chooses to carry a 1911 then that’s certainly their choice. I subscribe!!!!👍👍

[@alexander6762]

When the bullets jam like that, just bend your extractor so it’s not gripping the bullets so tight . “1911s have a couple hundred rounds before you break them in” That comes from the extractor pin thing loosening over time. (I’m new to guns so I’m not too familiar with the words). 99% of the issues of the 1911 jamming is just that. You can test it out but putting a live round on it and shaking it a bit. You’ll see that the bullet sits too tight. I bought a ruger sr1911 9mm. I’m dead accurate with it however the bullets kept jamming into the ejection part. I was trying to figure out why, and I found only 2 KZbin videos that talked about it. I learned how to fix it with those videos. I 100% agree with you about 1911s. I have an sig p320c, and I have shot thousands of rounds just to get somewhat accurate… 1911 was love at first sight. I can hit bullets between the eyes from 15 yards away. 5 inch barrel. 9mm because .45 is outdated and not necessary. It was only $639 and it has an aluminum frame. Perfect

[@swkohnle08]

Good arguments for carrying the 1911. I have carried a 1911 in .45 for years and it is the only handgun I own. I agree with almost everything except the Red Dot. I only put Red Dots on rifles and rely on iron sights for my daily carry 1911. But that's just my opinion, your mileage may vary. Thanks for the video. McKinney is a great town, my brother and his wife along with my Mom live there.

[@defconcreative]

Love it here in north Texas

[@Dennisthemenace40]

Occasionally, when the weather permits the appropriate dress, I’ll carry my 5” Kimber. I’d carry it more often but I have other guns that conceal better and frankly have more capacity. But my Kimber is an accurate, reliable and cherished pistol. It’s all stainless steel with a matte finish. I polished the flats of the slide serrations and a few other parts. Now it looks as good as it shoots. Of all the pistols I own, this one gives me the greatest pride in ownership.

[@GuilePatrick]

It makes sense that you carry what you are comfortable with.. I carry 1911 s also as EDC..Have been since 2007...

[@defconcreative]

Perfect

[@GuilePatrick]

@@defconcreative Got that right...love your video btw... I just wish other people would stop telling me to switch to a no manual-safety pistol..I'm not comfortable with it..

[@mrflynn510]

I started carrying a 1911 in 2017 and haven't even looked back.

[@defconcreative]

#winning

[@dsanchez9703]

I agree with you, the modern updated 1911 is the coolest gun of alltime! Very good explanation

[@defconcreative]

You sir are a scholar and a gentleman

[@MatthewSmith-mz7zo]

Ultimately I feel it boils down to what you train with the most. Whether it be a 1911, Glock, SIG, Walther, H&k , Beretta. Just make sure it's well made and maintained

[@Hawk-ODA212]

Good video. I grew up on 1911s starting in 1973. I like some striker fired pistols, but still come back to the 1911. My take is similar to yours for CCW criteria. 1. Intended purpose 2. Reliability. 3. Ergonomics 4. Proficiency. While I am comfortable with only a thumb safety, I prefer also having the backstrap safety.

[@cliftonwhittaker260]

You put forth very good points. I've tried a best selling striker fired handgun and I've tried a bargain priced 1911 .45. I don't like the striker fired system very much but I absolutely like the 1911 better than anything else I have tried.

[@ammo4uragingjudge559]

I carry a 1911 owb, 3:00 on the hip. T shirt pulled over it. If it shows it shows, I personally don’t care.

[@na-oq5ji]

Try a vedder comfort tuck. You won't regret it.

[@johndelvisco4528]

Must be nice to carry a 7-10k 1911 not to mention have a choice between 6 of them. I'm not hating😂 I have 6 1911s in my rotation too, they're just not Cabots.

[@defconcreative]

It’s nice…. It really is…. But as long as you are carrying a 1911 you win!!

[@waterhead1359]

Sounds like a commercial, could've just said carry a full size pistol

[@RepentorPerish77]

Facts! And I thought I was doing something with my Dan Wesson Specialist 😂. Just picked up the new commander size all black Emissary and may start carrying it once I put it through its paces

[@gearbarrel6237]

Out of you 6 can you rank your favorites and most reliable. Been kicking the tires on some mid tier 1911. Just want some reliable suggestions 🏆👍

[@johndelvisco4528]

@@gearbarrel6237 Springfield is a great place to start.

[@justinwood3054]

Awesome carry guns. I love 1911’s but haven’t carried one yet. I still carry smaller striker guns, I feel that I can shoot them well. One day I’ll get a good holster to carry one of my beautiful 1911’s.

[@defconcreative]

Do it! You’ll feel good about it

[@na-oq5ji]

Can't recommend vedder comfort tuck at about 3:30. With no accessories the barrel lines up right along side my wallet. Put that on a nexbelt and you've got comfy full size carry.

[@oldcop18]

Carry what works best for you. For me it’s a light J Frame b/c my issued revolver saved me three times so I carry one in retirement. Back & hip problems prohibit me from carrying a large, heavy gun.

[@turkeyhunter7617]

Great points 👍

[@MilitantX1]

I like my 1911. Love my steel piece but it is heavy to carry. I have a slightly torn labrum on my strong side so, lighter pieces work best for me. I carry the polymer framed HK VP9 or HK VP9sk 9mms. Love'em! 😎

[@na-oq5ji]

I'm one of the lucky ones that got a fully reliable Kimber LW aluminum frame. Absolute pleasure to carry.

[@EvanEverhart911]

My edc is a 1911 government which Ive customized. Love this video. Thanks.

[@defconcreative]

Nice!

[@EvanEverhart911]

@@defconcreative I just got a vtg excellent condition blued ring hammer which Im considering dropping in on my Match 1911 with LPA sights and vtg 80s Pachmayr grips. I already did an arched Ed Brown MSH, with vertical serrations, and Ed Brown extended oversized magazine catch release button to make magazine changes faster and easier. I have long fingers, so the Pachmayrs and the arched MSH help take up the slack in my grip and give me a better positioning on the trigger, but I want a swift and easy access to the magazine catch button. Shes coming along! Its got a satin parkerized finish, at present. The action's so tight it pops when I pull the slide back. Its in 45, of course. The front sight is a red fiber optic one.

[@na-oq5ji]

I too switched from a compact 9 Tupperware gun back to my Kimber LW. 5", light, reliable (I know 😂), and I'm great with it. Iron sights, no attachments. Somehow, it's even more comfortable, but I carry strong side. I'm not a fudd, it just works for me.

[@defconcreative]

You are a fudd and so am I…. Wear it proudly

[@williamjenkins9]

I agree…. and have a couple 1911’s…. I like the thumb safety, I’m comfortable with it, AND the grip safety… I even have a 22LR in the 1911 format and have so much fun with it as a practice gun

[@Bryan-1980]

I carry a 4.25” 10mm 1911 and a fully custom p365 X-Macro at all times in public, and yes, an extra mag for both.

[@defconcreative]

Noice…. Gigachad

[@Bryan-1980]

@@defconcreative the love the videos that you and the duck do, showing people that there’s a reason tue 1911 platform has been as successful as it has for over 100 years, and it’s progression into the modern day 2011/ DS 1911. I’ve shot everything under the sun, and nothing points more naturally for me than a 1911, even the guns they make now with so-called 1911 style grips/frames. I love my custom 10mm and I tell myself that it’s justified because I live in North Carolina and I have bears, coyotes, and hogs going through my property. The 365 is actually something I think you and Eli would both get a kick out of. I like to call it my striker fired mini Sig-ccato XC 😅 maybe I can send it to you and you guys can shoot the hell out of it and see what you think.

[@defconcreative]

We both dislike the 365…. Me because I suck with it, Eli because he has too many principles to shoot a Sig

[@Bryan-1980]

@@defconcreative understandable lol I sucked at shooting it in it’s original configuration too, but now the only thing Sig on the gun is the firing control unit 😅

[@jimeddpelham5244]

i carry a 1911 also, loaded with Talons, i also carry an old school Walther P-38 with super vel ammo. both are very accurate and i carry two spare mags. my P-38 is a post war police gun. been shooting both for over 40 years....JimP.

[@me2ontube]

I won't argue with that - salute

[@defconcreative]

🫡

[@dennisl4000]

Working for who you do, it isn’t surprising that you carry a 1911. I have no use for lights on my EDC’s since I basically don’t go out a night and don’t want the extra weight. I love 1911s since they are so easy to shoot well. I do have a couple of double stack 1911’s in my carry rotation that are great. In my opinion the only negative to carrying one over other alternatives is the weight.

[@defconcreative]

They are bulky, but they are too good not to carry.

[@D51S]

Used to have a Glock 19, my service pistol was the M9. I’ve shot many other pistols but o think from now on I will for the most part only own 1911 pistols and edc is 1911! I got a government Springfield and a pocket Kimber. Love how light my Kimber is and fits nicely in pocket!

[@defconcreative]

Nice

[@josephfuselier]

What i love about the .45acp 1911 is the brute firepower it has. If you want to stop a thief cold this gun will definitely do it. I love the Colt Gold Cup and the FNX .45 ACP has 15 round magazine capacity. The hollow point ammunition is awesome. A Colt Defender is a great concealable weapon that will give you protection at a affordable price. Ruger also makes a goid 1911 as well. Wilson Combat is another onethat performs well.

[@xxSKAGhosTxx]

I have taurus g2c, but its all lakeline ported barrel, stainless steel spring and striker assembly, with tritium sights. It runs good and only issue ive had is dirty mags can stop the spring from pushing up and cause a jam. With clean mags, and decent ammo, it runs good and reloading is smoother than a smith and wesson or ruger. Its about like a luger, gotta keep it clean, but the problems so far have just been from sand granules, mud and dust dont really hinder it.

[@dougsmith2658]

I got tired of lugging one around I have since switched to a glock 17 and now a canik tp9sa mod 2. It's had gobs and gobs of ammo through it and has yet to fail.

[@defconcreative]

That’s what you want…. Ole reliable

[@mr.tacticalpizza]

When I speak at ranges in classes, I always tell jack’s story

[@defconcreative]

A true American hero

[@WayniacKT]

I carry my Kimber Ultra Carry 2 most every day. Also sometimes carry my Ruger SR1911 Target. Both great mid range guns.

[@ryanrawlins]

For a long time I carried a .357 revolver for a lot of the same reasons. Couldn’t see trading in 7 .357 for 7 9mm

[@keganwallace8753]

Im assuming all of these examples shown are series 70. If correct do they have titanium firing pins or no?

[@defconcreative]

Yea and no

[@joshuabracke5775]

Cool carry guns! First time I've seen your channel, but that's about $20,000 worth of 1911s, on a conservative estimate. Nice. I hope to one day be able to look at that without wondering what organ I'd have to sell to be able to afford it lol For now, I stick with Glock 19s because they're afforadable and I'm proficent with them. I have to work a bit harder to get there than with a nicely tuned 1911, but I'll get there.

[@defconcreative]

Yeah that’s safe estimate, and yes I am lucky to be able to have these in the rotation! Keep at it

[@DanielChzBurger7]

I absolutely love the looks of 1911’s and the design features… but which how my hand is, honestly it’s uncomfortable to hold and if it’s uncomfortable I don’t shoot it so I just stick with striker fired. Only hammer fired I’ve shot and liked so far if the p226. Mad respect to anyone carrying a 1911, and even more so to the boomers with revolvers. I’m gonna stick with plastic though.

[@Ron1987]

As a 1911edc kimber lw 5 in 45.Cost is very conservative imo .If for some reason 7-8 rds is too limiting,Improve your Skills! Increased capacity does not counter skill.

[@jacobseraphin685]

I carry my 1911 sometimes but even I know I have a good chance of being outgunned if I get into a situation. Sometimes you just have to accept that you might not make it back home.

[@jrengo87]

I don't think there is a good chance of you being out gunned. You can have a 30rd or 8rd mag and there is always a chance you could be out gunned, but likely not. More likely you will be fine than outgunned.

[@jacobseraphin685]

@@jrengo87 That is true, there is a good chance that I won’t get into a situation to begin with. Even then I would try to deescalate the situation before it gets out of hand.

[@USCtrojanFootball1]

When reholstering a pistol with a hammer, make a habit of holding your hammer with your thumb for extra safety. This way, you don't trip the trigger. Don't just religh on your safety.

[@MonkeyTron69]

Tisas Service, 24lb recoil spring (flat wire), full length guide rod , thicker firing pin stop, high lb firing pin spring (drop safe), higher lb hammer return spring, drop in grip safety, Valkyrie Dynamic Bushing comp, Underwood 255grn .45 super Hard cast or .45 HST +p 230grn, 10 rnd Wilson Combat mag. My EDC because Murica.

[@keithduvall812]

Love the staccato cs. Shor my friends and it's amazing. My next purchase.

[@defconcreative]

Great gun!

[@carlosferronato9418]

It's a big great gun for people who love them and know how special they are.😊

[@troy9er]

Subbing. I love my 1911 in 45 ACP!!!

[@defconcreative]

Oh yeah!

[@CR12221]

Man, those are some high-end guns, I, too, need to work for Alchemy and Cabot

[@defconcreative]

It has its benefits

[@celmer6]

I also carry a pair of 1911 5" with custom cut frame rails alloy with light rails in 45acp. I also carry 6 Polymer 80's G19's G26's in 9mm.

[@zacharydalton8132]

I typically carry an hk mp5k on a single point sling under a button up shirt with no less than 8 magazines alongside a backup vp9 with no less than 6 magazines and this is just my “run to the convenience store” loadout. You can never be too careful in today’s society. I live in constant fear and leaving the house with no less than 200 rounds on hand is my bare minimum. You never know when you’ll be attacked by a gang of upwards of 10 bloodthirsty individuals and I want to be prepared….

[@defconcreative]

Better safe than sorry

[@jamesfischer4813]

I have a Zev OZ9c do not use the 2lbs striker spring people. Standard or 3lb minimum. Ends the light strike issue.

[@coreygeorge6989]

Carry what you want. I'm not going to carry a 1911, but go crazy.

[@sleepy6651]

So is the Wilson Combat SFX9 a 1911 variant? That is what I carry and it has the same manual of arms as the 1911.

[@defconcreative]

Yessir!!!!

[@roundheadkelso282]

1911 still #1. It safe even have load in chamber, accuracy, trigger specially appearance. Glock just reliability

[@TheGunGuy77]

Those Are some Badahh 1911’s infront Of you🔥🤙🏽

[@defconcreative]

Thank you…. They really are

[@JMBAmericanIronShallNotBeInfri]

I'm way too poor to carry a defensive handgun that costs thousands of dollars, that will be taken from me if I ever need to shoot someone with it. Beautiful pistols though!

[@defconcreative]

I get it…. But i think you go straight to hell if shot with 45acp so get any 1911 and you’ll be keeping heaven a bit more open

[@JMBAmericanIronShallNotBeInfri]

@@defconcreative Lol, indeed.

[@robwilson3749]

Know what? I'll admit it; if I worked for Colt for instance? In a similar capacity as this guy does for his place? I'd carry a Lightweight Commander pretty much full time.

[@defconcreative]

Finally!!!! An honest person on the interwebs!

[@MrFunnyDad2024]

The Best CCW is the one you practice w/ alot (not just range, draws, reloads, etc...). What flavor that CCW is, is the one YOU feel best with, and can use bestest.

[@defconcreative]

Agreed!

[@IXIFrostIXI]

Commander 9mm 1911 with bobcat cut and compact Red dot is the best carry format . People with their Tupperware are coping

[@kennethdonaldson4467]

Thank you

[@richstone2627]

Every American should own a 1911. The negative comments about EDC 1911 is usually from folks who have never carried one. They read on a forum everything they know about the 1911. You can tell because they always say the same thing too heavy, unreliable, low capacity etc. etc. If a 1911 is too heavy man up and hit the gym wimp. My Father carried one into his 70s. Low cap. is BS too. Most of you will never fire your gun outside of a range. Sorry but the chances you get into a John Wick or other BS movie shootout in your life is almost zero. Even cheap 1911s are reliable if you clean and lube it like you're supposed to.

[@defconcreative]

Agreed

[@williamwalker1277]

Well said!

[@mrflynn510]

1911 haters are a living NPC meme.

[@firstbeforelast433]

> Even cheap 1911s are reliable if you clean and lube it like you're supposed to. Or I can carry a glock and not need to consistently clean and lube it.

[@mrflynn510]

@@firstbeforelast433 even Glocks should be cleaned and lubed.

[@ronreyes9910]

The Dickens shooting did not occur at 40yds. Per his own testimony he advanced to a support stanchion to brace himself the farthest of which was 20yds from the shooter (There were three stanti0ons in the food court). The closest was about 10yds. Never was clarified which one he fired from. Unfortunately the internet won't let go of a bullshit claim that was never made by the actual person involved who understandably, didn't want to talk about it since he wasn't supposed to be carrying in the mall in the first place. (Which I am not being critical of him for)

[@MontesMilesSLV]

I have been carrying a full size Wilson Combat Hackathorn Special since February. I used suspenders for awhile to get used to the heft. But now I move like a ballerina with the thing on. I use all Galco equipment SB2 belt, Mag pouch and Combat Master Holster. My 4 o'clock push-pull draw is faster than most people’s appendix . And when people see me draw and shoot they don't question my weapon choices they question their life choices. Climb to glory excellent video subbed and liked!!!

[@defconcreative]

Very Nivce.....You'll like the video I just posted!

[@007Chancellor]

I EDCed a Colt Commander for many years.But about 7 years ago I finally got my dream gun - a stainless .45ACP Ed Brown Kobra Carry 1911. Whatta pistol. It's dead-on accurate, it's NEVER malfunctioned (and I shoot a lot) and it carries like a dream. The modern capacity fetish for civilian EDC is nonsense borne of watching too many John Wick movies. 🤪 Nine rounds in the pistol and a 10 round spare mag are more than sufficient for a civilian EDC.

[@raymondpedrick1734]

What 1911 would you recommend for a reliable edc if I am on a $1200 budget?

[@defconcreative]

Colt or Springfield

[@raymondpedrick1734]

@@defconcreative cool thank you , I’ve been thinking about the Springfield operator

[@CorbinRiggi]

I bought a kimber 1911 LW custom for $630. Came with three mags, holster, extra mag holder, and a range bag. Put about a 1000 rounds in last month with no issues.

[@josephfagnoni5677]

Waiting on my alchemy to be built, targeted for October. Hopefully I don’t kick the bucket before it shows up since I can’t get into the celestial gates yet since I’m rocking polymer.

[@defconcreative]

🤣🤣🤣 it’ll get you there!

[@asmkris]

Dude, you’re in DFW, same here. I’ve got a hicap on the way.

[@defconcreative]

Nice!!!!!!

[@americanpatriot477]

I’ve daily carry a 1911 since 1985, I carried one on duty for a vast majority of my career , until I was forced to carry a Glock 21 ( but still carried a 1911 off duty). But in all honesty the Glock 19 ( for that matter any Glock) that’s modified, leads to issues with them. I’ve seen this so many times in firearms class, schools and competitions.

[@defconcreative]

Go back to the 1911, you know you want to

[@robertkreamer7522]

Now I know why I have never heard of Cabot guns and $5000 are unit. It’s a little bit beyond my price range..

[@adventurfly879]

Im definitely better with a full sized handgun. From 20 yards i definitely can shoot tighter groups then with my edc 365. But i can still hit a man sized target out to 100 yards fairly easy with my 365 and from 50 and in im definitely a minute of man shooter with it. When you factor in how easy it is to carry for hours on end with zero printing and the reality of actually pulling it I find ease of carry more important. Yes my groups are larger but what does that actually matter? Im going to hit the target with it every time and thats plenty for me. Carrying a big gun is hard and uncomfortable when we are talking having it on you for 12 hours. It depends on your actual true threat level is.

[@natefalcun743]

What 1911 is that on his right the first on the left from our perspective?

[@shazmodeus2795]

is that .45 a double stack or the traditional single stack capacity?

[@defconcreative]

45 is single stack

[@zakk4321able]

Love 1911s won’t carry one during the summer even with my commander scandium/ alloy frame they tend to just be heavier. But you’re carrying 4k+ guns before you add anything too. I’d hope they wouldn’t malfunction. Most people areent spending that on a gun.

[@defconcreative]

1911 = GOAT

[@brandonh4527]

1911 is my favorite. I EDC a Staccato P or a Nighthawk GRP .45. If I could, one of those would be my work EDC, but we're forced to have a P320... in .40 Short & Wimpy :( But if I'm, not at work, you can bet I probably have one of those with me.

[@defconcreative]

Oh lord not only a 320…. But a fawty??? Sorry to hear about that dreaded combo

[@DARTHDANSAN]

I carry p-10m , bersa bp9cc and my new carry 1911 girscan mc1911sc in 9mm. The 1911 is still kinda bulky/ heavy compared to my plastic fantastics but it shoots so well

[@FreddyD177]

1911 are the best. Bought my only gun Xd45 because I shot a 1911 and when I shot it for the first time I realized I made a minor mistake i say minor because it was still a good deal but definitely nothing like a 1911

[@pete-mz9vr]

You are correct... double stack 1911

[@SMOKEPOLETV]

I like them all but those look heavy. Good looking guns though. 🔥

[@defconcreative]

Yeah, but I’m not small so it works out

[@johnm5131]

those are some big firearms, but they point so well. I love seeing some 1911-love in a world of plastic.

[@defconcreative]

Love me the 1911

[@rbm6184]

Carry the biggest pistol you can get away with hiding on your body. The smaller the pistol the more recoil. Believe it or not a 1911 is very slim and conceals well for a big pistol. Maybe folks would be better served carrying single stacks for just that reason. A 9mm 1911 is sacrilege. If its a 1911 it was designed and made to shoot .45ACP.

[@defconcreative]

Exactly

[@airborneinfantry23]

No hate. As long as you can protect yourself and yours, it doesn’t matter. From 22LR to 500S&W.

[@defconcreative]

True

[@venomgt7299]

The reason i don't carry a 1911: 1)Weight 2)Limited Capacity 3)Price 4) reliability- extra maintenance But i do really think their cool and i really like the design.

[@FirstLast-ff7qx]

All ur points are valid, but i disagree with the high maintenance. U just gotta clean the feed ramp n chamber every so often. If u have a good extractor like a wilson and a good wilson recoil spring theres not much that can break. Very few parts on 1911s and even fewer springs than most models of firearms. And springs usually wear out first. Stay safe.

[@defconcreative]

Carry what you want and can shoot! For me… it’s a 1911

[@ikofire1]

I love all types of striker pistols. I point and hit best with my Les Baer SRP 1911 so that’s what I carry. It’s a very accurate brick & I love it!

[@aaronwilcox6417]

I dont understand the "carry rotation" thing, instead of just carrying your goto. I go into the mountains a lot and just carry a Shield 45 because it gets beat up in brush and such. Different environment.

[@defconcreative]

I like having options

[@dominicp.2702]

Why have a rotation? My rotation is going OWB in the winter when I have a big jacket, IWB in the summer. Same gun, same sight system, same trigger, same battery. I only change holsters to minimize the layers I have to go through.

[@defconcreative]

I am a man of many tastes as long as they are 1911…. So i rotate. Also, i explain in the video why some of the guns are rotated out during “show season”

[@dominicp.2702]

@defconcreative Thanks for the reply. I'm not knocking you. 99.99% of us never have to experience a gun down due to trade shows. So many KZbinrs talk about this new gun going into their carry rotation. I have a bunch of different pistols I love shooting for fun, but I make a big point of being overly familiar with the one pistol that will be on my hip daily. I carry because there MIGHT be a day that I can save my family. If that's the case, I want to know my gear better than I know my brother.