Compact 1911 style.

[bjtraz]

I'm considering a new carry gun. I really like the single stack for the slimness of it. Caliber is not decided, but thinking .40 S&W or .45 ACP, leaning towards .40 S&W. My favorite, aesthetically, is a 1911. I'm thinking Kimber Ultra Carry, Springfield EMP or Para LDA. Pros/Cons? Any I haven't thought about? I would like to stay under $900.00, the further the better. 

Brian

[Walter45Auto]

My dad's Kimber Ultra Carry shoots and Works Beautifully. Look Hard enough you should find one under $900. A friend of mine Carries one of the Para LDA's of the same size, and says he hasn't had any problems with it. I'd go with .45, But I'm Biased.

[tfr270]

I'm baised...since I'm the proud owner of a .45acp 1911. A friend has a Kimber Ultra Carry and loves it. How about a Para Warthog?

[WatchManUSA]

I'm considering a new carry gun. I really like the single stack for the slimness of it. Caliber is not decided, but thinking .40 S&W or .45 ACP, leaning towards .40 S&W. My favorite, aesthetically, is a 1911. I'm thinking Kimber Ultra Carry, Springfield EMP or Para LDA. Pros/Cons? Any I haven't thought about? I would like to stay under $900.00, the further the better. 

Brian

It is hard to go wrong with any of those listed.  I don't think any are a bad choice.

[MAUSERMAN]

I like the 45acp but what about a 10mm.

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[Walkeraviator]

I am a big fan of .45ACP in full size 1911's, but I have to admit I am a huge fan of .40S&W.  If I was set on a compact 1911, I woudl go with the Springfield EMP in.40...but thats just me.

[ellis4538]

I carry a lightly modified Colt LW Officers ACP that I bought and had modified for under $900 a while back.  The LW seems to be more reliable than the all steel guns from what the experts have written and mine is.  The only ammo it doesn't like is the Speer 200 gr. "Flying Ashtray"!  I carry Federal HydraShocks and never look back.

FWIW

Richard

PS:  Mods are better bevertail grip safety, modified thumb safety and crisp 4+ pound trigger.

[TAB]

I find the small 1911 are harder to shoot.   I really like commander length guns for carry.   full size grip, but just a little shorter barrel.  Officer models and smaller, just don't feel right.

[bjtraz]

Well, bit the bullet!!! Went with a Kimber Tactical Ultra II, in .45 acp. Found it used at a local gun store with night sights (mepro), flared mag well, checkered front and back strap (& bottom of trigger guard, huh!) for $700.00. The inside is immaculate, but there is a little pitting on slide, pretty minor. How'd I do?  I'm happy. Can't wait to get out to the range, maybe this weekend. Will give report when I do. Have pics but too large, will post when I get smaller ones.

Brian

[m25operator]

If it works, you did goooood. have fun.