Ground Rules:
I don't want a "1911 vs. __________ ", thread.
I don't want a "This brand vs. that brand.....", thread.
Some back story to set the tone - I trained with the 1911. I was proficient with the platform. I reloaded for the 1911 in 45 ACP. I worked on 1911's. I carried a 1911.
I owned some full sized government models and shot the Officer models but the bulk of my trigger time was with the Lightweight Commander.
- I had a lot of miles with the 1911 but moved on years ago. I do NOT dislike the 1911 (it's a good design) but there came a time when I went in a different direction. Sort of like a dating a girl you liked but realizing that she wasn't "the one".
Therein lies the root of this post - I've been checking out the Ruger SR1911 and I like what I see. I'll probably never carry a 1911 as personal weapon again but I might want to play in that sandbox again.
My history with the Lightweight Commander is pushing me towards that type but my head is telling me to go with the full size model since it will unlikely be used as a full time CCW.
I'm looking for input from forum members, particularly ones with knowledge of the Ruger SR1911.