The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Have we lightened up on 1911 shooters finally?

timothy75 · October 19, 2018, 09:02 PM

I remember a few years ago you were deemed irresponsible if you carried a big heavy, low capacity, hair triggered, manual safety, less than uber reliable, outdated 1911 for protection. What gives???

I see the carry what your most comfortable with argument still being mentioned. Sometimes the gun you shoot best comes up too. Have we finally accepted people carrying whatever the heck they choose because it makes them happy? Have we acknowledged the miniscule odds of getting caught in a gunfight? Have we lost our drive to be super awesome operators bro? Aren't we still supposed to shun them and say ''How much is your life worth?'' Can I carry a 4'' 357 while running a damn errand now or are we not there yet??? What are your thoughts??

October 19, 2018, 09:02 PM	#1
timothy75 Senior Member Join Date: April 19, 2005 Location: Nevada Posts: 1,146	Have we lightened up on 1911 shooters finally? I remember a few years ago you were deemed irresponsible if you carried a big heavy, low capacity, hair triggered, manual safety, less than uber reliable, outdated 1911 for protection. What gives??? I see the carry what your most comfortable with argument still being mentioned. Sometimes the gun you shoot best comes up too. Have we finally accepted people carrying whatever the heck they choose because it makes them happy? Have we acknowledged the miniscule odds of getting caught in a gunfight? Have we lost our drive to be super awesome operators bro? Aren't we still supposed to shun them and say ''How much is your life worth?'' Can I carry a 4'' 357 while running a damn errand now or are we not there yet??? What are your thoughts??