So, Kevin, if the 1911 is a poor choice for 10mm, what pistols are preferable?
Perhaps I didn�t tell the whole story. While it�s true that the 1911 isn�t really adequate for the original 10mm loads, most loads have been toned down to be less abusive on your 1911. It really just depends on how much you�re going to shoot full power loads. The full power original loads may be abusive to your 1911 but your 1911 can take several hundred, perhaps even a few thousand before showing signs of real abuse. The 10mm ammo that�s sold today will wear a 1911 more than a .45 ACP will, but not vastly more. Considering that most turn to the 10mm as more of a field load than a self defense load, it�s somewhat of a given that the round count will be lower with a 10mm 1911. So I don�t consider the 1911 to be a poor choice for 10mm at all. You just have to realize that it wasn�t intended to be a 10mm and treat the gun accordingly.
For full power 10mm loads, the Glock would be better suited to handle a steady diet due to its much heavier slide. The Witness 10mm is also a pistol that is well worth considering.
