How many 1911's do I really need?

[AllenM]

Well when I got bit by the bug I got up to 21 1911's (trying for one each day of the month ) but decided I couldnt shoot them all so I let some go. I dont make much of a collector I guess

 

[kinorton]

It's not how many you need, it's how many can you afford to feed!

What he said, one is good for me now.

 

[Drakkule]

Just 1 more, always just 1 more.

 

[JetGirl]

How many 1911's do I really need?

Yes.

 

[Birds Away]

I have a self-imposed five handgun limit. Experience tells me that every additional gun I own means less time actually firing my EDC. That results, over time, in less proficiency with the gun I most depend on. This darn logic is kicking my butt. Please, I need help.

 

[JetGirl]

I have a self-imposed five handgun limit. Experience tells me that every additional gun I own means less time actually firing my EDC. That results, over time, in less proficiency with the gun I most depend on. This darn logic is kicking my butt. Please, I need help.

Easy fix... if they are all the same platform, you can shoot whichever ones as much as you like... and it still translates into proficiency with your EDC.

 

[Birds Away]

Easy fix... if they are all the same platform, you can shoot whichever ones as much as you like... and it still translates into proficiency with your EDC.

I already use that rationaliz... er, explanation for my five CZs. Not sure I could keep a straight face trying to justify another platform.

 

[churchmouse]

I already use that rationaliz... er, explanation for my five CZs. Not sure I could keep a straight face trying to justify another platform.

Hard to lie to yourself......But give it a try..............

 

[Stschil]

One is Sufficient, maybe. Oh hell, who am I kidding. I want one of every model made. Gonna take a while and a whole lit of money.

 

[Birds Away]

Hard to lie to yourself......But give it a try..............

I do that too much already. Really trying to exercise a little self control.

 

[churchmouse]

I do that too much already. Really trying to exercise a little self control.

I know the feeling. I am looking to possibly sell 2 of mine to build a fusion or a coonan. The addiction is endless.

 

[Birds Away]

Actually, I don't currently own a 1911. I think I just felt JG put me on her ignore list.

 

[churchmouse]

Actually, I don't currently own a 1911. I think I just felt JG put me on her ignore list.

I thought you were a CZ kinda guy.

Try one....it will change your life....or not.....

 

[Birds Away]

I thought you were a CZ kinda guy.

Try one....it will change your life....or not.....

Oh, I've had them before. This will be blasphemy to some people but I truly believe that there is a direct lineage from the 1911 to the Hi Power to the CZ 75. I have owned all three and the natural progression seems obvious to me.

 

[mom45]

I was drooling over a new Springfield at a gun show last weekend and hubby asked how many of those do you need? I said...how many are there? LOL! I keep telling him these things are an investment but he's not buying it. I gotta save up some of my own cash so I can get me another one if he isn't going to buy it for me, but every time I see ammo in stock again and reasonable, I buy another box. Then I get home and he asks why I am buying more since we are already pretty well stocked. I just have to do it! What can I say? You never know when you might need it to barter with someone when our money is worthless.

I would like a few more .45's and yes...I, too, am and addict!

 

[halfmileharry]

I just hope I can't have an accidental overdose on 1911s.

 

[JetGirl]

I can quit any time I want.
Really, I can.

I just need one more.

I was drooling over a new Springfield at a gun show last weekend and hubby asked how many of those do you need? I said...how many are there? LOL! I keep telling him these things are an investment but he's not buying it. I gotta save up some of my own cash so I can get me another one if he isn't going to buy it for me, but every time I see ammo in stock again and reasonable, I buy another box. Then I get home and he asks why I am buying more since we are already pretty well stocked. I just have to do it! What can I say? You never know when you might need it to barter with someone when our money is worthless.

I would like a few more .45's and yes...I, too, am and addict!

I see a future reloader.

 

[halfmileharry]

Oh, I've had them before. This will be blasphemy to some people but I truly believe that there is a direct lineage from the 1911 to the Hi Power to the CZ 75. I have owned all three and the natural progression seems obvious to me.

I've noticed the same thing as well. BUT....they strayed too far from the mold imho.
I had the CZ75b and I've got 2 HP now. one in 9 and one in .40. I'm sticking with the 1911 for feel, security, tradition, and friggin punch

 

[churchmouse]

I just hope I can't have an accidental overdose on 1911s.

Like any hangover or overdose it is gone after some good rest and some Orange Juice.................

 

[JetGirl]

and friggin punch

Right on.