I lot of the responses have overlooked that basic premise of the discussion. Most true 1911's have a 4" to 5" barrel and weight in at 34 oz to 45 oz. Although there are exceptions to every rule, that's a lot of gun for concealed carry, particularly in the warmer months. Also, the overwhelming vast majority of us will never have to draw our weapon in a defensive situation, but if we do, the the encounter is most likely to occur within seven yards -- which is point and shoot range, as opposed to a careful aim. Given these parameters of the discussion, I would rather have a Glock 26, 27, or 43, than a 1911, for every day concealed carry. My preference, however, is not a Glock at all, but rather, a Springfield XD compact or XDS.