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    +1 for the McCormick Power Mags: I run them exclusively in my 1911's these days. Believe it or not, I track my FTF's by magazine, and I've yet to ever have a SINGLE failure of any kind--in over 5K total rounds fired--with a CMC magazine (I used 4 total CMC mags for those 5K rounds). They also have some new "Power Mag +" mags that are a bit more expensive, and allegedly have been improved even more, but you'd have to call CMC Tactical to find out exactly HOW the "plus" mags were improved.

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    Its true that 1911's are picky with mags...

    I have had the best luck with Tripp Gen II CobraMags...the new generation Tripp mags are better than Wilson 47's.

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    I use the Wilson 47D exclusively without any problems. I have had other folks that have been having problems with feeding in their 1911's use my mags and unless there was something mechanically wrong with their gun, using the 47D's eliminated those feeding problems. I recommend them highly.

    I have yet to try the new ETM mags but I have heard nothing but good things about them.

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    I'd recommend one of Check-Mate's hybrid feed lip magazines, and I'll second the recommendation for Blade-Tech's holsters; I personally tend to prefer their IWB models, but I also have one of the OWB IDPA Combo Packs that a friend gave me, and it's also excellent (although I ended up super-glueing the shims that position the belt along the holster and magazine pouch in place-otherwise, they tend to wander).

    Best, Jon

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    I would stay away from Blade Tec right now as they have displayed some QC issues recently. There have been cases of holsters failing and the last 1911 holster I received from them was molded to have the thumb safety in the fire position. A little time with a heat gun fixed that problem but it's something that should not have left the factory.

    There are several other makers of kydex holsters out there who are supplying a good product. Raven Concealment and Comp-Tac come immediately to mind.

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    If you want to keep a more classic line, 7-rounders w/ a metal base plate is the way to go. All of my 7-round mags are "Colts" , actually manufactured by Checkmate, that have the flat, metal follower.
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    What is retail on the Auto-Ordnance now? Let us know real soon how you like it.
    Last edited by kingc; 02-02-09 at 19:25.
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    Quote Originally Posted by kingc View Post
    What is retail on the Auto-Ordnance now? Let us know real soon how you like it.

    It was 500.00 cash i put 100 down and then 200last week, doing payments is helping out instead of all at once. It looks well built and just has that awesome 1911 classic apperance/ feel to me. He had a used one but was 400 and scratched up.Im the kinda guy that loves new and when it comes with a case lol. I think my uncle is gonna crap his pants next time i come to the range with that, and the ar15 haha. I excited and just waiting on the town this is the 8th week and just of matter of what day i get the call!
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    I bought my Dad a AO WW2 model and he has been extremely pleased with it, It feeds FMJ and HP ammo equally well and is as accurate as any issue 1911 I have ever used.

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    Wilson 47D's work well in my Springfield "Loaded" 1911. The factory metalform mags work fine also. My 1911 has not been completely 100% (I'm a glock guy) but its been pretty reliable, I'd put it at 97-98% Don't have experience with the Tripp mags or new wilson EMT's "YET" but I'm sure those will work well also. When I buy new mags those two will definatley be on the list...I don't think you'll be dissapointed w/ wilsons or tripps.

    For Holsters I have 2. For IWB, Milt Sparks Summer Special II, I love this holster! its very comfortable and flat. Its more comfortable than my G19 in VMII IMO. It prints very little even under a t shirt. Angle is right and the draw is reasonably quick, but not as fast as my broken in VMII or CTAC (kydex).

    For OWB / USPSA: Safariland 568, custom fit paddle holster. I know many say that kydex does not wear the finish of a pistol any more than leather...but my personal experience differs, and while I love kydex w/ my glocks, for my 1911...all leather It just seems like the right thing to do This holster is fast and comfortable, but not as secure (or concealable) as the SSII.

    Have fun and stay safe

    GU

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