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I have three 1911 models. The big problem with locked and loaded is the lack of a actual safty when you draw the weapon. If your finger is anywhere near the trigger you risk a premature discharge.

The second problem is there are numerous incidents where the 1911 with a round chambered can discharge when dropped.

Then there is the problem of securing the weapon around children with one in the chamber. The trigger pull is minimal and a 45 has no mercy where the target is concerned.

The 1911 is a great and dependable weapon, but it is a bit heavy for CCW.

By the way, use hollow point ammo. It may seem excessive in a 45 but the hollow point bullet will transfer more energy into the target than the FMJ... just make sure the target isn't your buttocks of leg! lol!

"The big problem with locked and loaded is the lack of a actual safty when you draw the weapon.

I'm left handed and all my 1911's have honest to goodness ambidextrous safeties.

The second problem is there are numerous incidents where the 1911 with a round chambered can discharge when dropped.

Mmmm, nope. Army trials went into extensive testing to check if 1911's would go off if dropped from heights. Now if someone is using aftermarket parts, anything is possible.

The 1911 is a great and dependable weapon, but it is a bit heavy for CCW.

It depends on what model you're carrying. I carry a Springfield Ultra-Compact. There's a great line in the movie, 13th Warrior when the guy complains that his sword is too heavy and another tells him to get stronger. I thought it was good advice.