re: SA 1911 or Sig p229 for first handgun

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I'm looking for a midsize gun so that when I apply for my WCL (I'm officially a GA resident at LSU) I will be able to carry more effectively than a full-framed weapon without stepping down to a subcompact.

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This is the biggest question in your post, in my eyes. Do you actually plan on carrying this weapon daily (when you're not on campus)? If you do, the Sig is gonna be a much huger pain in the arse to carry because it is so much more wide than the 1911.

While the 1911 will be thinner, it will still be heavy compared to other carry options since it has a metal frame. All of my carry guns are polymer and although you may not want to hear this, you will be more likely to carry a polymer handgun unless you are willing to put up with the weight of a metal one (ask King Ranch - he carries a Colt Delta Elite daily).

As a home defense gun or general range gun, these are both GREAT. A full sized, metal-framed pistol will be extremely soft shooting and fun at the range. And if you have a girlfriend that you would like to learn how to shoot, either of these would be a great starting place for her to learn.

Before I throw out any more information, I think you should watch my YouTube video. It would probably answer a lot of questions.

First Time Firearm Buyers

If you have any other questions, there are plenty of people here to help.