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stu925 · February 11, 2013, 10:31 AM

I've got a 36 that I carry when the 1911 is just too big. I like the gun and it shoots pretty well considering it's only got a 2" barrel. I wouldn't feel under gunned carrying one full time even though I prefer the .45 ACP over the .38 Special.

Stu

February 11, 2013, 10:31 AM	#5
stu925 Senior Member Join Date: December 20, 2010 Location: New York Posts: 953	I've got a 36 that I carry when the 1911 is just too big. I like the gun and it shoots pretty well considering it's only got a 2" barrel. I wouldn't feel under gunned carrying one full time even though I prefer the .45 ACP over the .38 Special. Stu