The problem with the full sized, all steel 1911 as an EDC in civilian mode & what makes it difficult to carry on 12-14 hour days, is the weight more so than the size.
Steel Gov't models weigh around 38 oz, empty, compared to a LWT Commander weighing 28 oz & that's a huge difference.
As a result, holsters like the Brommeland, that I posted earlier, & the Sparks VM II or other similar styles that have belt loops spread over both ends and fairly wide apart, tend to be the most comfortable over time; because they also do not have the belt loops on top of the gun, they provide an overall thinner width profile as well.
If you don't care about having an all leather holster, the SuperTuck design made by various suppliers also works pretty well.
The only smaller profile holster with the belt loops over the top of the gun that I will use with a 1911, & even then only with a LWT Commander, is a Sparks Executive Companion which actually has some additional support wings compared to the Summer Special. (I got a deal on one here from a member & it has served me well.)
Holsters are a very personal item so far as preference goes, & in order to really know what works best for you & a given gun, you really have to try several different types/styles/manufacturers & that can get expensive unless you can borrow one to use & try out.
As many have mentioned, especially with heavy guns, light duty belts will sag under the weight & cause discomfort & a constant feeling that your gun/pants are falling down which you will not enjoy.
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