[de Buillion]

"They should be carrying 1911's. "

That's my main choice, but I believe that many/most PD's dislike them, and possibly with some valid reasons. They like mostly double-action only. I believe that 1911's might be a little much for female officers, although I am going to take a lot of heat for that. I am aware that MANY ladies can and do handle them well! And the alternative choices in .40 SW and .357 SIG, both in the smaller 9mm frame, are very adequate.

[Supernatural]

A lot of women couldn't even handle a .40, so some departments made everyone switch back to 9mm's. A .45 would be out of the question for most women. The recoil frightens them, but most could probably handle it with a lot of practice.

[11Bush]

Another reason is the reluctance to carry the 1911 in the proper condition 1; round in chamber, hammer back, thumb safety on.

Or worse, they carry in condition three; chamber clear, hammer down.

My choice is my Kimber Ultra Carry in condition 1.