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10-96 · November 12, 2012, 07:11 PM

If I were going for a full sized 1911 to carry, I would likely go with somehting like a SA Mil-Spec. It won't be your front sight that will likely be the source of your worries, but ruther the back one. It's HUGE in comparison to probably all other "carry-type" or "carry suitable" sights. The RO will be great on the range and will make for some very pretty pictures, but the thought of running around all day with that sight gouging into my side... well that just don't put the boogie into my thought of rock and roll.

Maybe if they would change the sights a bit and change the name from "Range Officer" to "Carry Officer"... eh- it's your choice go with what gets your goat.

November 12, 2012, 07:11 PM	#15
10-96 Senior Member Join Date: October 19, 2005 Location: Tx Panhandle Territory Posts: 4,159	If I were going for a full sized 1911 to carry, I would likely go with somehting like a SA Mil-Spec. It won't be your front sight that will likely be the source of your worries, but ruther the back one. It's HUGE in comparison to probably all other "carry-type" or "carry suitable" sights. The RO will be great on the range and will make for some very pretty pictures, but the thought of running around all day with that sight gouging into my side... well that just don't put the boogie into my thought of rock and roll. Maybe if they would change the sights a bit and change the name from "Range Officer" to "Carry Officer"... eh- it's your choice go with what gets your goat. __________________ Rednecks... Keeping the woods critter-free since March 2, 1836. (TX Independence Day) I suspect a thing or two... because I've seen a thing or two.