I hate my new 1911!!!

SC1903A3 · Post by **SC1903A3** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 6:07 pm

Not really, I've gone to the range several times since I bought my Colt 1911 and to say it met my expectations would be an under statement. Prior to getting the Colt I always carried a Glock 17C. I always thought it shot well and I suppose that it still does however, when I went to the range today I realized that it wasn't as accurate as the Colt. Needless to say I have switched to carrying the Colt.

I'm very happy with my new pistol and at the same time sad that the love for my Glock has faded. I won't give her up; I'll just not be taking her to the range as often.

Lykoi · Post by **Lykoi** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 6:34 pm

always nice when a firearm shows you how well you CAN shoot... i carry my g27... but if i want to make a rag out of a target, nothing like my series 70 to make 1 big hole..,.

KBCraig · Post by **KBCraig** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 6:36 pm

Welcome into the Light.

flintknapper · Post by **flintknapper** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 8:05 pm

Yup,

Shooting that Glock now..... will be kinda like "kissing your sister". Yuk!

I know the 1911's aren't for everyone, but everyone should give them an honest "try".

longtooth · Post by **longtooth** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 8:26 pm

yea buddy.

smyrna · Post by **smyrna** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 8:33 pm

I say you should send that 1911 my way and rekindle the love for your Glock!!!

SC1903A3 · Post by **SC1903A3** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 9:40 pm

The only thing left is to give her a name.

Venus Pax · Post by **Venus Pax** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 9:41 pm

If that 1911 is a burden, I don't mind taking it off your hands.

longtooth · Post by **longtooth** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 9:44 pm

SC1903A3 wrote:The only thing left is to give her a name.

That is true & all of mine are named.

Some of them are not shes though.

SC1903A3 · Post by **SC1903A3** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 9:46 pm

No child is a burden.

Here's her baby picture.

Lykoi · Post by **Lykoi** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 9:55 pm

sorry for the poor quality... but this is my Lucille... named after Cool Hand Luke reference.. if you don't know watch the movie...

and yes they can be a burden, mine is midway through her process, time to re-finish and get some dot sights.

nitrogen · Post by **nitrogen** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 10:41 pm

After being a recent 1911 owner, i've noticed that my 1911 will enhance and magnify my bad habits. Partially, I think it's the enhanced forces behind .45 vs. 9mm (what I normally shoot) and the different mechanics of the trigger and grip from what I normally shoot and carry.

It also makes me realize i need to practice more.

SC1903A3 · Post by **SC1903A3** » Thu Dec 13, 2007 10:53 pm

The trigger on my 1911 was light right out of the box and there was a natural point to the gun. I've made an early new years pledge to go to the range twice a month. I'm going on Thursday mornings to the DFW Gun Range as I have Thursdays and Fridays off work. It works out well as there are very few people shooting at that time.

Quick6 · Post by **Quick6** » Fri Dec 14, 2007 9:42 am

Don't sweat it. Glocks are fine weapons and can truly be depended upon. I would not consider giving mine up.

On the other hand, 1911's are proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.

Post by **Keith B** » Fri Dec 14, 2007 9:57 am

flintknapper wrote:Yup,

Shooting that Glock now..... will be kinda like "kissing your sister". Yuk!

Well, I grew up really close to Arkansas, so shooting the Glock would not be bad to me!!

Seriously, for accuracy, 1911's are top notch. I still miss my old National Match Gold Cup (sold it 25 years ago to have moeny to get married on!)

Guess now that I am getting back into shooting, I am going to have to dig out the old Hi-Power and then start looking for additional target guns.

Congrats on moving to the dark side!!!