[Spktyr]

One reason they don't generally use the 1911 is because of the rash of "accidental discharges" that went around in the 60s-70s period. Lots of idiots used to carry the weapon cocked and unlocked, trusting to the grip safety.

Sound familiar?

[yarddog]

The only ND I have ever had was with a 1911. I was 18 and was lowering the hammer on a live round. The hammer slipped and the gun fired.

I still have a little scar on the tip of my thumb where either the slide or hammer cut it. Fortunately the barrel was pointed at the ground.

I am actually glad it happpened as it taught me a lesson I will never forget.

[brazzaville]

Good morning.
"Sound familiar?"

Not really, but I was out of the country around that time. I can't say that I've heard of many NDs by 1911 shooters, or shooters with decockers in guns that work as they are intended to. I have had shooters look at me in horror for carrying cocked and locked who have no problem with carrying a double action.

I've met plenty of 1911 owners who don't understand how Mr. Brownings design is supposed to work. There are many of dumb people out there, for sure. The bottom line for me is that there are few bad guns, but many bad shooters. I believe firearms use and safety eduction should begin in grade school if it isn't already being taught at home. Teach the children right and it won't matter what kind of gun they shoot. They might even learn to vote intelligently.

Michael Frazier