This isn’t a decision I came to lightly. Or very quickly. It took me a few years and lots of shooting experience with a timer to figure this out.
I’ve verified it visually and objectively on the clock.
Your individual experience may vary. But when given the choice, I will take a full-size 1911 grip over anything that’s been modified, shortened, bobbed or chopped.
As for value, in my opinion any 1911 with a bobtail is worth less money than one without.
Sincerely,
Marky
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Areas of focus: Defense and National Security, Modern Light Weapons, Small Arms, Weapons Training.
Areas of focus: Defense and National Security, Modern Light Weapons, Small Arms, Weapons Training.
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