Smith & Wesson 1911PD

[Kiwi]

SPECIFICATIONS
Smith & Wesson 1911PD
MAKER:    Smith & Wesson
ACTION:    Recoil operated semiauto
CALIBER:    .45 ACP
CAPACITY:    8 + 1
BARREL LENGTH:    5 inches
OVERALL LENGTH:    8 1/2 inches
WEIGHT:    29.5 ounces
SIGHTS:    Novak three-dot Lo Mount
STOCK:    Checkered rosewood
FINISH:    Anodized scandium receiver, blued steel
PRICE:    $1029 US



Its light, very easy to use, and is one of the few side arms that is comfortable for a woman to use.

[youdontlikeme]

cool gun

[Kiwi]

Yes yes it is 

My personal choice of side arm 

[JTFFan]

Yes yes it is 

My personal choice of side arm 

Awesome gun

[newman]

Single action pistols are better to shoot but a bugger to carry. They're either cocked & locked (quick to use but not too safe) or chamber empty (safe but slow to get into action).

I still say a double action revolver is the best personal defense handgun.

[Kiwi]

I can't fault the 1911, I was introduced to it via the Marines. I have to say it never once has let me down.

The design has remained generally the same since it first was produce.

As I said most other side arms are not comfortable for women.

[White Israelite]

I can't fault the 1911, I was introduced to it via the Marines. I have to say it never once has let me down.

The design has remained generally the same since it first was produce.

As I said most other side arms are not comfortable for women.

I have a hard time getting females involved with semi-autos, most of the ones I met like the revolvers due to lack of moving parts and ease of cleaning. I have met a few girls who like Glocks and stuff like that though.

[Kiwi]

Generally because the grip is not made for woman's hands, and the weight ratio is not right. Many will not go for semi's.

Glocks have a more unisex feel.

I think because most women when learning to fire get bitten they tend to go for something more suitable.

But the Plastic Fantastic's I really suggest they try.

I will pull out a few I think women should use. Due to ease and comfort.