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    Default Glock 36 vs compact 1911 size and weight comparison questions

    Ignoring reliability for the sake of keeping this question from getting off topic. How does a 3.5" 1911 7+1 compare to a standard glock 36 in regards to size and weight for ccw considerations?

    I'm considering a commander size just to have a .45 in the ccw rotation and have always considered them to be classy. Nothing wrong with the g36. Just looking for some real life experiences. I have compared one to my g26 and besides the extended beavertail they were roughly the same dimensions. The commander is heavier but I would guess the g36 is heartier too.

    Last edited by Zet70; July 8th, 2012 at 09:09 AM.
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    Default Re: Glock 36 vs compact 1911 size and weight comparison questions

    flip a coin...Me I like the 1911. but I bet they are very close to weight and "print" on clothing.

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    Default Re: Glock 36 vs compact 1911 size and weight comparison questions

    Anybody else?!?
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    Default Re: Glock 36 vs compact 1911 size and weight comparison questions

    Never having used a Glock for anything other than having a misguided friend try to show that 'they are indeed real guns', I'd have to say stick with the 'man's gun'.
    It cannot be stated often enough apparently: Tupperware belongs in the fridge, not on the range!

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    Default Re: Glock 36 vs compact 1911 size and weight comparison questions

    Which is better: apples or oranges?


    ......in all honesty, shoot both and see which one you like better. Both guns are probably very reliable and conceal very well. Either way, just find a comfortable holster and you should be fine. I heard of 1911s being picky with certain types of ammo, but if your 1911 will eat anything, then it doesn't really matter. Federal EFMJs expand very well and should cycle fine in a 1911.

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    Default Re: Glock 36 vs compact 1911 size and weight comparison questions

    My Glock 19 or 23 is lighter then my steel Colt Commander. The commnader in CC holds 9-8 45 acp rounds the G19 holds 16 and the G23 holds 14. Both print near the same the Colts a little thinner. Ease of shooting wise its a toss up.

    IMHO CC carry wise the G19 wins on the range the Colt wins.

    Either of the 3 could do the job.

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    Default Re: Glock 36 vs compact 1911 size and weight comparison questions

    If the gun is to be carried for personal security dont bet your life on flipping a coin, go with the Glock, the 1911 because of its obsolete archaic design can never be as reliable as a Glock no matter who makes it, and i'm not bashing the 1911 as i do own 5 of them , and do carry them occasionally , but for to hell and back reliability and durability you just cant beat a Glock auto-pistol.

    If its a range toy then go ahead and flip a coin.

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    Default Re: Glock 36 vs compact 1911 size and weight comparison questions

    Quote Originally Posted by mrnyman View Post
    go with the Glock, the 1911 because of its obsolete archaic design
    Tell that to the US Army Special Forces, Delta Force, FBI HRT/Swat, LAPD SWAT and the other numerous special tactical teams around the country that choose the 1911.

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    Default Re: Glock 36 vs compact 1911 size and weight comparison questions

    Quote Originally Posted by Nigil75 View Post
    Tell that to the US Army Special Forces, Delta Force, FBI HRT/Swat, LAPD SWAT and the other numerous special tactical teams around the country that choose the 1911.
    Please, tell me more about how they all use 1911's and not Glocks...
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