Anyone make a 1911 that....
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The Springfield EMP4 Champion is definitely worth looking into if she has smaller hands. It has a full length grip the same a regular Commander or Government size 1911 but the grip frame is shorter front to rear and narrower and they've shortened the reach to the trigger and controls. I bought one for my 14 year old son to shoot in action pistol and 3 gun, he's small, like 5'1", 107lbs, and really fits him well. He shot a Hi Power last year and we've tried regular 1911s and some other guns but they're just too unwieldy for him to get a good grip on, he has to keep shifting his grip. Changing to the EMP4 resulted in an immediate improvement in his accuracy and speed. The recoil is very manageable.
The gun itself is very well fit and finished and nicely set up when compared to regular 1911s in the same price range. You've got a fiber optic front sight, checkered MSH, a sort of golf ball style textured front strap, ambi safety, ball cuts, 4" bull barrel (same length as the full size Springfield Champions), aluminum trigger, etc.. It comes in a very nice case with 3 10rd mags, plus a plastic holster and double mag pouch. A nice gun in a nice package and well worth the money.
Oh, and some of the holster makers are already making gear for it. I got a holster and triple mag pouch set up from Garrett Industries that fit it perfectly. This is his set up-
The gun itself is very well fit and finished and nicely set up when compared to regular 1911s in the same price range. You've got a fiber optic front sight, checkered MSH, a sort of golf ball style textured front strap, ambi safety, ball cuts, 4" bull barrel (same length as the full size Springfield Champions), aluminum trigger, etc.. It comes in a very nice case with 3 10rd mags, plus a plastic holster and double mag pouch. A nice gun in a nice package and well worth the money.
Oh, and some of the holster makers are already making gear for it. I got a holster and triple mag pouch set up from Garrett Industries that fit it perfectly. This is his set up-
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Oriskany Arms.
Fantastic trigger (around 3 lbs.) accurate! Made 100% USA. Comes with 2 magazines. .45, 9mm or 38 super. Priced right.
www.Oriskanyarms.com
Fantastic trigger (around 3 lbs.) accurate! Made 100% USA. Comes with 2 magazines. .45, 9mm or 38 super. Priced right.
www.Oriskanyarms.com
I even carry it now and then.1969Colt1911
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Nice thing is, I would think. Go with a light revolver, as many custom shops don't go below 4". Many Smith and Wessons or Taurus, would fit bill much better than a 1911 so light and small. Just my opinion.
1969Colt1911
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Nice setup by WC145 that is one nice belt and gun, very cool.
jglsprings
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Well I have a Kimber...
That I like very well. Pro Carry II in 9mm (Actually a little shorter than a regulation commander size slide)...
I like the Kimber and have had NO problems with it... I also like the Springfield guns as well - but do not have a 9mm commander from them at this time. Very fine guns.
I thought the O/P stated he / she wanted a 9mm. Maybe it was changed after the first post or everyone just ignored that point. 9mm guns in this size package are very easy to shoot. I'll let everyone else kick you around for picking a gun for your girlfriend.
That I like very well. Pro Carry II in 9mm (Actually a little shorter than a regulation commander size slide)...
I like the Kimber and have had NO problems with it... I also like the Springfield guns as well - but do not have a 9mm commander from them at this time. Very fine guns.
I thought the O/P stated he / she wanted a 9mm. Maybe it was changed after the first post or everyone just ignored that point. 9mm guns in this size package are very easy to shoot. I'll let everyone else kick you around for picking a gun for your girlfriend.
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rt11002003
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There are several 1911's that fit the mold. I favor the DW Guardian. It's an excellent 1911.