Full size 1911 IWB?

[zoanemesis]

So I'm thinking about buying a 1911 as my edc and I'm curious who hear carries with a IWB holster? Is it comfy or is it really annoying because its so big? I've never used a IWB holster and yes I know I would probably be better off with a smaller pistol but thats not what I want. Thanks in advance

[IronButt]

I usually carry my 1911's OWB, but I have a Milt Sparks Summer Special IWB that's very comfortable. The 1911 is pretty slim & it's surprising how comfortable they are to carry IWB, especially for a full sized handgun.

[sprrdhawk44]

Get a good belt, and a good holster. I'm a fan of Crossbreed style holsters, as they distribute the weight of the gun evenly over your belt. What 1911?

[Emptymag]

Do the IWB holsters come up high enough to prevent the safety from digging into your bare skin?

[sprrdhawk44]

Do the IWB holsters come up high enough to prevent the safety from digging into your bare skin?

I have carried 1911s in Crossbreed, Kholster, and TT Gun Leather IWB holsters. All have covered the thumb safety.

[zoanemesis]

oh okay sweet, I was worried that it would be kind of bulky and either a remington, springfield or rock island armory, havent really decided yet.

[sprrdhawk44]

oh okay sweet, I was worried that it would be kind of bulky and either a remington, springfield or rock island armory, havent really decided yet.

On the contrary, the thin-ness of the pistol lends itself to easy concealment.


Since you mentioned that it's for carry, I just want to say that I'd rather see somebody carry a $550 Glock/XD/M&P than a $550 1911.

[PA1936MN]

Check into Hidden Hybrids. They make a nice IWB holster.

[mollymayhem82]

I usually carry my 1911's OWB, but I have a Milt Sparks Summer Special IWB that's very comfortable. The 1911 is pretty slim & it's surprising how comfortable they are to carry IWB, especially for a full sized handgun.

My husband uses an El Paso Saddlery Summer Cruiser, which is identical to yours, for his 1911. I've never been a fan of holsters, myself, and usually just carry Mexican style.

[ErSwnn]

On the contrary, the thin-ness of the pistol lends itself to easy concealment.


Since you mentioned that it's for carry, I just want to say that I'd rather see somebody carry a $550 Glock/XD/M&P than a $550 1911.

Why is that? Because of the safety issue or something I'd be unaware of?