I Need your opinions

[bald1]

I'd frankly try to talk her out of a 3" by both explaining the impulse physics of the design where shorter slide/barrels have much more critical timing requirements and therefore are much more susceptible to malfunction, and the fact that it's the frame grip size that is more important than slide length for concealability. I'd want the most reliable package for her and a 3" isn't it.

I see the Colt Defender/New Agent, Dan Wesson CCO, and Brown Kobra Carry LW as options.

[oak1971]

Dan Wesson has an offering for you. CCO or Guardian.

[titanse05]

Originally Posted by bald1

I'd frankly try to talk her out of a 3" by both explaining the impulse physics of the design where shorter slide/barrels have much more critical timing requirements and therefore are much more susceptible to malfunction, and the fact that it's the frame grip size that is more important than slide length for concealability. I'd want the most reliable package for her and a 3" isn't it.

I see the Colt Defender/New Agent, Dan Wesson CCO, and Brown Kobra Carry LW as options.

I have to agree!

[Thedragonslayer]

Not sure about cost vs. manufacturer mentioned above. The cap price of $1,300 does limit the options unless you buy something used.

It will be very interesting to see what she wants. Personally, I dont let my wife shoot or even look at 1911's. If she did then she'd figure out what they cost and my fun would quickly come to an end!

[tubbs]

I say a 3 inch gun would not be what bought for my wife. I would stick to the commander length. Find a Guardian and let her shoot it. My wife loves mine. A CCO would be another fine choice.

[Feathermerchant]

From the Ladies point of view..... I really like the Guardian for carry in gun purse (my favorite Gun totin' Mamas Raven bag) or IWB. Easy to manipulate and shoot accruately. I chose it over the CCO only because I wanted to add a 9mm to my stash. I would advise getting one that is big enough to absorb some of the recoil, yet able to conceal very well. The bobtail does this very well. Those short barrels hurt my wrist. I want a gun that I enjoy shooting, and the Guardian fits the bill.

[herefordman1]

My better half carries a Mimber UCII (don't tell ) with CT laser. Most often in her purse, once in a while IWB. She's good with it and is comfortable with function and recoil.
My .02

Jim

[dsparkie]

Originally Posted by Feathermerchant

From the Ladies point of view..... I really like the Guardian for carry in gun purse (my favorite Gun totin' Mamas Raven bag) or IWB. Easy to manipulate and shoot accruately. I chose it over the CCO only because I wanted to add a 9mm to my stash. I would advise getting one that is big enough to absorb some of the recoil, yet able to conceal very well. The bobtail does this very well. Those short barrels hurt my wrist. I want a gun that I enjoy shooting, and the Guardian fits the bill.

We def. appreciate a ladies point of vew on this! As well as all the men that have replied ! But as far as the guardian....she doe's not want a 9mm. she wants a 45acp and thats it. LOL! You know how it is once a lady makes up her mind And by gosh it is my job to make her happy Like said, she lets me buy my 1911's I think she is leaning toward the Colt Defender, it seems to have good reviews from everybody, and has about all the features that she's looking for We still welcome all replies, she hasn't made up her mind yet

[jmlutz]

I'll bet she would love a CCO, especially with a set of CT grips.

[orrwdd]

Originally Posted by dsparkie

We def. appreciate a ladies point of vew on this! As well as all the men that have replied ! But as far as the guardian....she doe's not want a 9mm. she wants a 45acp and thats it.

They are making the Guardian in 45 ACP now, as well as the CCO. There seems to be some Guardian 45s still available out there right now, but I am having to wait on production for my 9mm

Bill