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I'm not currently carrying a lightweight commander daily, but have at times. For one period of about 3 years, it went with me everywhere in all seasons.

What Brand gun: Kimber Pro Crimson Carry II (w/ night sights added)
Why: I handled it at the gun counter. It looked good and felt good. No science to the decision whatsoever.



Caliber: .45
Why: Because I wanted a .45.

Factory Loads: Yes, currently it's loaded with Hornady 230 gr XTP +P for EDC
Why: I had a list of different types of ammo that I was willing to carry for EDC. This round made my list. When I went shopping it was the only round on the list in stock. I bought a box and tested it for feed-function-accuracy and it worked. I went back and bought more. I plan on switching to Fed HST's, however.

Hand loads: Yes, for practice, classes, and bowling pin shooting.
Why: Cheaper and to have specific loads for specific tasks.

Practice Loads: 230 gr cast lead, 230 gr ball, 230 grain Rainier plated HP's, 185 gr Nosler, 185 gr Rainier plated HP's. Most everything gets shot over Titegroup. My wife's practice loads are over low-book W231.
Why: I shoot lead and Rainiers because they are cheap and accurate. Titegroup gives more rounds per pound of powder and meters well. Bullets go where I aim. I might have gone with AA5 or something else had it been available, but during the big shortage, I scored about 12 lbs of Titegroup. I have no reason to switch away from it.

Holsters: I bought two built by a member here on the fire--gregintenn. One is a basic black leather IWB, and the other an OWB. For the price, they are a sweet! I'm very blessed to have them. If gregintenn ever comes through my area, I'd be pleased to meet him and buy dinner.
Why: See above.



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Magazines Kimber or Tripp Research.
Why: Magazines aren't crazy expensive. The difference in price between the cheapest and the most expensive isn't enough to make it a factor in your decision making process. You can get cheap mags for $15 and expensive ones for $45. I have had two Wilson Combat mags fail to feed properly (one in this 1911 and one in another). My Tripps and, surprisingly, my Kimber Tac's have been flawless. I know it's cool to hate on Kimber mags, but I go with what works. Like most of you, I can afford to run any mag I want. It's Tripp Research and Kimber for me.