Adjust position a little and experiment with cant, either of those can make a HUGE difference.mupepe wrote: The biggest thing is the grips I think. Are checkered rosewood very aggressive? I like those on my other firearms but I'm not sure how they feel for carrying. Or should I just go with some smooth and slim grips?
As to grips specifically, I went with VZ ETC FRAG slims on my 1911 and was absolutely stunned with how good they were and how the didn't scuff me up in the holster... they are flat sided and use the "square groove principal" if you are familiar with gold at all. Great traction and easy on your sides/t shirts. They make a version of those for the kimber micro as well.
Spend the few extra dollars on an AG belt and you won't regret it a bit. I used to use Beltman (and think they are pretty good) but now use AG because they are even better for a similar price. In fact, going to a good belt may negate your need to buy new grips. I wear my belt a notch looser with a good belt since the stiffness supports it, over having to be cinched down. That Hanks belt may be fine for the kimber micro, but you mentioned carrying a 1911 someday... not with that belt, at least not comfortably.
Buying up the first time is hard to justify in the beginning but we would have ALL saved a lot of money to buy quality out of the gate!
