Excellent choice for open carry or EDC mine gets carried for 8 plus hours a day in a level 3.Was your Uncle named Sam, by chance?
That's the "Uncle" that supplied me my 1st 1911 (in 45 acp, of course) LOL
Love the 1911 platform, in both 45acp & 10mm.
Compared to today's offerings, it Is a bit on the Heavy side.
Good for nightstand, Not optimal for EDC.
IMO, just like picking out a car.
Test Drive & get what you Like!
But like you said just like picking out a car. Although I would equate the 1911 to a stage 4 Mustang as long as we are using the car analogy.