re: Commander(ish) 1911s in 9mm

Of the guns you mentioned, I have 1911's made by Metro Arms (American Classic 4.25" Commander) and Armscor (Citadel 3.5" Officer model). Armscor also makes Rock Island Arms handguns. I've been very happy w/ both of mine. Metro Arms and Armscor are all made in the Philippians but are well respected entry level 1911's. They don't have the reputation of Ruger and others, but they're also less expensive; they're good, solid guns. Unfortunately, neither maker has a lightweight model at this time. If I were getting a 9 mm 1911, I'd want a lightweight model. For me, that'd tip the balance to Ruger. Metro Arms is supposed to have a lightweight Commander next yr, but we all know how future models don't always make it to the market. I never really worried about bushing vs bushing less models.

Metro Arms Bob Cut is a model w/ the "bobtail," but they only make it in 45 ACP.

Keep us updated.

Damn you cuz.


Know of any in a store?

Would it be a high crime to cut holes in that trigger?

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I'm not a fab of the solid trigger either, just get a skeletonized and have a gunsmith put it in

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Uh-oh... Springfield Armory now has a bobtail.

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I assume that's a SHOT show release?

Yes, but when I search it, some stores seem to have it. I've already emailed VZ about a grip for it

I know it's a carry gun, but I wish it had a little longer barrel. No, I can't defend it or explain why.

I should just ignore that lack of 1/4", right?

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but have you considered a Browning Hi Power?

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Yeah. Over time I've gone 1911 to Hi-Power to CZ back to 1911

No interest in Sig at all. You would shite on my reasons, so I won't list them. Field stripping is way down my list of concerns.