1911’s in general, 9mm versions specifically

[ShakoMako]

Does anyone have experience with 9mm Colt Defenders? I’ve had a Springfield EMP in the past but liquidated it in a time of need. An EMP is on my radar but I do like the looks and 1911-standard parts of the Defender. I’d also be interested in any 9mm CCOs- commander slide, officer frame.

 

[Bluumoon]

@Bluumoon @Dobermann
Thanks for the WoodCaliber grip recommendation.
Panels arrived today.
Magwell should be here in a day or two.
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I don’t even have mine back yet! Man, that just looks right.

 

[Formidilosus]

Does anyone have experience with 9mm Colt Defenders? I’ve had a Springfield EMP in the past but liquidated it in a time of need. An EMP is on my radar but I do like the looks and 1911-standard parts of the Defender. I’d also be interested in any 9mm CCOs- commander slide, officer frame.

In general, they take work to get running reliably.

The CCO is a better choice for reliability.

 

[RWT]

Update. This is all @Formidilosus fault. I never would have bought a scope that held zero or recognize a Tikka action is that much smoother and feeds better than my Rems. Now the 1911 bug bite me and he was correct. I shoot these better than Glocks. Even the factory Tisas has a better trigger and I found that with the point ability of how my hands fit is better and more natural.

When I did drills on dueling trees I would get frustrated with my Glock and move to my single action ruger. I shoot the single action very well. The Glocks had a 40-50% hit rate for me on 6” plates at 20 yards. The 1911’s are all 75-80% and I haven’t tweaked them at all. Only have about 200 rounds through the 3 of them so far.

Just had Dawson install new sights on the STI and will shoot it this week. Then order wood grips for it. The Staccato C trigger is amazing and I need to find some to make the STI similar.

 

[Gstew1930]

What are yall using for IWB holsters? Id like to get away from kydex

 

[Formidilosus]

Update. This is all @Formidilosus fault. I never would have bought a scope that held zero or recognize a Tikka action is that much smoother and feeds better than my Rems. Now the 1911 bug bite me and he was correct. I shoot these better than Glocks. Even the factory Tisas has a better trigger and I found that with the point ability of how my hands fit is better and more natural.

When I did drills on dueling trees I would get frustrated with my Glock and move to my single action ruger. I shoot the single action very well. The Glocks had a 40-50% hit rate for me on 6” plates at 20 yards. The 1911’s are all 75-80% and I haven’t tweaked them at all. Only have about 200 rounds through the 3 of them so far.

Just had Dawson install new sights on the STI and will shoot it this week. Then order wood grips for it. The Staccato C trigger is amazing and I need to find some to make the STI similar.

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It happens quick.

 

[Yooper]

What are yall using for IWB holsters? Id like to get away from kydex

I can't access the site at work, but pretty sure Milt Sparks was making a leather holster for 2011's. Worth checking out.

 

[RockAndSage]

It happens quick.

Not sure if it should be categorized as "Cost me money" or "Saved me money", but either way, your info on both hardware and software has made my shooting life both better and more satisfying. Thanks man. It's genuinely appreciated.

 

[rbutcher1234]

What are yall using for IWB holsters? Id like to get away from kydex

Sob condom

 

[Gstew1930]

Sob condom

You have one?

 

[Gstew1930]

I can't access the site at work, but pretty sure Milt Sparks was making a leather holster for 2011's. Worth checking out.

Thank you. Ill check it out

 

[rbutcher1234]

You have one?

I do for a hi power

 

[Dobermann]

What are yall using for IWB holsters? Id like to get away from kydex

If you go back through my posts in this thread, there are links to a couple of leather holsters for 1911s.

 

[Gstew1930]

If you go back through my posts in this thread, there are links to a couple of leather holsters for 1911s.

Thanks bud. I must have missed them

 

[Dobermann]

Thanks bud. I must have missed them

I think the general guide is:

• Milt Sparks = the classic option, but take a while.
• Southern Trapper = also well made, more options available including exotic leathers, and faster.
• Falco = often in stock, cheaper, but I haven't done the research on reviews/quality.

 

[Howler65]

Monkeys Edge often has Milt Sparks in stock. I’ve ordered from them successfully, though their return policy is strict so take note.

 

[Gstew1930]

Thank y'all for your help. i found what i'm looking for. I just found this thread the other day. I'm still making my way through it. This should be a fun/ very expensive journey

 

[Bluumoon]

 

[Dobermann]

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Nice! Just waiting for mine to arrive.

I see you follow the @Formidilosus Heathen School of not clocking your grip screws either ... oh well.

 

[43.6N]

Nice! Just waiting for mine to arrive.

I see you follow the @Formidilosus Heathen School of not clocking your grip screws either ... oh well.

Oh no. Don’t tell me that’s a thing.
Now I can’t unsee it lol