I can't tell the FBI what is best for them but the 1911 gives me that warm fuzzy feeling that is either there or it isn't. Ingram M 10 and 1928 Thompson are similar. I like fat bullets. whelennut
An all steel 1911 handles .45 ACP, recoil-wise, about as well as a Glock 17 does 9mm, so all you're lacking is round capacity and absence of a manual safety. You likely pick up a little in stopping power, though. If that exchange is worth it to you, then the 1911 is for you. Neat old design, so there's that too. Something satisfying about blued steel and wood (I've no plans to sell stock 1961 Colt Government Model). I'll still take a Glock 17, though, for daily concealed carry.
