Anybody under 30 carry a 1911?

[Oscar 319]

I will be 37 soon.

I was raised on 1911's, BHP's and S&W revolvers. As a kid I always shot the 1911 the best. As a young adult, the 1911 was my top pick. I was always the one to point how a 5" 1911 conceals IWB easier than a double stack 9mm.

I have carried a handgun daily for the past 16 years (duty/off duty and as a citizen).

I carry Glock 9's, 40's and an M&P45.

That said, I think it is un-American to not own at least 1 1911. There are just better, more cost effective, easier to maintain and generally more reliable options for a self defense weapon.

[TXBob]

I started at 27 with a 1911, recently switched to M&P. Main reason for switch was ammo cost, not so much platform.

My son will probably carry a 1911 when he becomes old enough. He is obsessed with both my Compact SA (3 inch) and Colt (Full Size).

[Jfkudla]

Just bought an SA Loaded Stainless that will see some carry time. I can't wait. Probably in a shoulder rig..Galco lite, perhaps.

[theJanitor]

since I was 21

[Sry0fcr]

I carried my old Colt CCO for about a year when I was 22. Then I got over the "OMG TRIGGER!", realized that I had 6+1 on board and the rise in ammo cost put the final nail in my decision to find a better mouse trap. I'm 28 now and strapped with an M&P9C after a brief flirtation with a Glock 19. The change from Old Slabsides to the plastic fantastic was one of the better decisions of my 20's so far...

[jonconsiglio]

I've been carrying a 1911 since I was 22, I'm 32 now and started carrying a Glock 17 or occasionally an M&P9 about 2 years ago, or a little less. I've owned Glocks and M&Ps off and on for a long time, but recently decided they were the better choice for my needs.

I still do appreciate 1911's and have never fallen into the 1911 vs Glock BS. I'll use or carry whatever works best for me at that time.

[QuickStrike]

I've been carrying since I was 21 and still carry my springfield pro from time to time when I can (depends on weather/clothing since I'm like hobbit sized).

I can shoot it better than other designs, and think that this might be useful when shooting under stress.

I mostly pack the g26 or g19 nowadays though.

I'm currently 27.

[KenpoTex]

I turned 30 just over a week ago. My first carry pistol (age 21) was a 1911 GM. I switched to a G19 a couple of years later, due to the weight savings, capacity, and cost...but ol' slabsides was my first.

[jwheels]

I am 25 and have only had my SA Mil Spec 1911 for two years. I carry it where it's legal to do so. I do not prefer the 5" barrel, but it is all that I own at the moment. I hope to own a 4" model some day.

[At The Ready]

Im 25 and carry my SA MC Operator in kydex everyday, and it rides in my seat organizer in my patrol car at work. Never leave home without it!