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When I first started to carry a gun daily back in 96, I carried a full size Colt 1911 in 10mm, carried for 10 years. When to the Beretta 92, and then G19. About 6 months ago I picked up a P365XL and have loved carrying this gun. With the nice fall weather, I thought why not carry the 1911, I can help cover it with a jacket. Holy Shit!! How did a carry such a big heavy gun...The sig has really spoiled me.
 
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Same here
I've changed all my edc 1911s to lightweight models but I still notice the size and weight difference compared to my 938.
 
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If you like 1911 platforms, take a look at the Springfield Ronin EMP3 in 9mm. It has an aluminum frame and weighs in at just 24oz empty. 9+1 single stack w/overall length of 6.6" . It is the smallest true 1911 on the market. I have lots of 1911's in .45 cal. but this one was built for EDC, especially for ole farts like me. I am 80.

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Yep, I’m right there with you. Carried a Para Ordnance P-14 in a IWB holster for years. Then switched to a Beretta 92 IWB. Next came a Glock 17 and thought wow! Now the Glock 48 and 43, don’t think I could go back to the Glock 17 and defiantly not the P-14. Steel frame and 15 rounds of .45 ACP are really heavy!
 
With all the trouble my back gives me now, the 365x is about the only gun i carry comfortably. I'm toying with selling the g19 but something in me says don't do it.
 
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Average Joe said:
Yep, I’m right there with you. Carried a Para Ordnance P-14 in a IWB holster for years. Then switched to a Beretta 92 IWB. Next came a Glock 17 and thought wow! Now the Glock 48 and 43, don’t think I could go back to the Glock 17 and defiantly not the P-14. Steel frame and 15 rounds of .45 ACP are really heavy!
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Yeah, but if you knew there was a potential for trouble, there's comfort in those big rounds. ;)
 
I usually put a Shield in my front right pocket. Fits right and feels good, but I have to use situational awareness to put my hand in my pocket to make sure I can get it out. I definitely can't leave it in a pocket while driving and expect to draw it.

I used to have some cargo shorts with pockets big enough to put a full-sized 1911 in. It was very uncomfortable due to weight, but it worked. Now with the added capacity of some of the smaller guns I think I should upgrade.
 
Same here started carrying in 2005 went through several including full size and compact 1911’s. Now I carry a p365. I also got a FN 509m and found I can carry it comfortably in a hidden hybrid holster. I liked that holster so much I got one for my p365.
 
georgel said:
Yeah, but if you knew there was a potential for trouble, there's comfort in those big rounds. ;)
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I carried nothing but .45's on 1911 platforms until my mid-50's. Still have my Mark IV Series 70 full-size Colt that is a tack driver. Sold my Gold Cup and Colt Officer's Elite. I even carried a Glock 23, then converted it to a Glock 19 with a Wolf conversion kit. Reliability and accuracy were my priorities. It took me years to be convinced that a 9mm round could replace a .45 but the new statistics and ballistics finally did just that. I EDC a number of 9mms now which include the S&W Shield, G26 and the Springfield Hellcat. In the winter, when I can wear a jacket, my Commander-sized Springfield Crimson Stealth Pro II .45 rides in an Alien Gear shoulder holster. The new Ronin fits all my 1911 holster rigs and is a welcomed addition to my EDC because nothing in my arsenal beats the triggers of 1911 single-action smoothness and quick resets. So, yeah. You can teach an ole dog new tricks but my love for the 1911 is still there.
 
I have developed a nerve problem that inhibits carrying on a belt, or more honestly maybe I have a weight problem with one symptom being a nerve problem that inhibits carrying on a belt, but it caused my right leg to go numb. Haven’t been able to get comfortable with pocket carry. Fall makes me think of shoulder holsters.
 
I also have been spoiled by the smaller guns. The P365 seems, for me, to be a near perfect balance of reliability, accuracy, capacity, and size. And it fits either comfortably IWB or in my pocket. Even my “not so large” P-07 has been on a long vacation since I got the 365.
 
JimB said:
I have developed a nerve problem that inhibits carrying on a belt, or more honestly maybe I have a weight problem with one symptom being a nerve problem that inhibits carrying on a belt, but it caused my right leg to go numb. Haven’t been able to get comfortable with pocket carry. Fall makes me think of shoulder holsters.
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G43/snub or similar slides right into a goose down vest front pocket along with a sticky holster. If you start the zipper a little there's no annoying pendulum swing. I haven't gotten old/fat enough yet to pull off the "shoot me first" fishing vest yet, but I'm getting close.
 
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Timfoilhat said:
G43/snub or similar slides right into a goose down vest front pocket along with a sticky holster. If you start the zipper a little there's no annoying pendulum swing. I haven't gotten old/fat enough yet to pull off the "shoot me first" fishing vest yet, but I'm getting close.
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I grew up yankee, it may be cold enough here for a goose down vest 4 days a year. I’ve actually never carried in a light jacket pocket, might try that with the p365. Thanks!
 
JimB said:
I grew up yankee, it may be cold enough here for a goose down vest 4 days a year. I’ve actually never carried in a light jacket pocket, might try that with the p365. Thanks!
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I'm wearing one this morning. The dog won't walk herself unfortunately. Crocs, shorts, long sleeve cotton shirt, puffy vest w/heater.
 
JimB said:
I have developed a nerve problem that inhibits carrying on a belt, or more honestly maybe I have a weight problem with one symptom being a nerve problem that inhibits carrying on a belt, but it caused my right leg to go numb. Haven’t been able to get comfortable with pocket carry. Fall makes me think of shoulder holsters.
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I have many shoulder rigs; but, my most comfortable is the Alien Gear Shape Shifter. You can get holster shells to accommodate just about anything on the market. This rig is on the pricey side; but, you will definitely use it a lot because of the comfort. Others strain your back. This one will support a heavy gun all day with no problems.
 
Kassar said:
If you like 1911 platforms, take a look at the Springfield Ronin EMP3 in 9mm. It has an aluminum frame and weighs in at just 24oz empty. 9+1 single stack w/overall length of 6.6" . It is the smallest true 1911 on the market. I have lots of 1911's in .45 cal. but this one was built for EDC, especially for ole farts like me. I am 80.

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I've seen review that say it's a good gun, others that say it jams a lot. I'm up in the air on this one, they look good, but I need my CCW gun to run.
 
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Guilty!!! I tend to carry one or two Glock 43s now…all the time. It shoots great, is easy to carry and conceal and reliable. Did I mention it shoots great?
 
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Hah..."shoot me first vest"...years ago when I first got into shooting and carrying I bought one of those from a guy on the forums. Got it and thought it was awesome, and proceeded to almost never wear it because it does reek with "Look at me! I have a gun!". I assumed I would get into some shooting matches where I may need it. Never have. Its been relegated to "costume" duty.
 
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The Shield and now Shield Plus have absolutely ruined carrying bigger handguns for me. Especially the 4” PC model
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Exactly! I have a shield, shield plus, 4” PC Plus, and 4” Compact. 13rd in the 4” Plus makes it seem silly to carry the 15rd 4” compact.
 
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AR10ShooterinNC said:
I've seen review that say it's a good gun, others that say it jams a lot. I'm up in the air on this one, they look good, but I need my CCW gun to run.
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It doesn't like certain brands of ammo. Mine jammed a lot at first because I was using IMI die cut 124 jacketed HP. No problem with Fiocchi ammo. Some guns are like that. Most require a break-in period of several hundred rounds. I will not put a gun in my EDC rotation unless I have absolute confidence that it will not jam.
 
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