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tactical
8 February 2001, 11:02
I need help. I want to get 1911's approved for general duty use and if any of you have positive comments and use them for work let me know. This is only for LE and Military since that is all the admin types will listen to. We use them for SWAT and off duty but that is all that is allowed so far. Thanks

Undude
Gunpoint
9 February 2001, 01:13
FBI SWAT operators carry the 1911-like Springfields on and off duty, including "regular" agent work.
DFC5343
9 February 2001, 03:14
Try selling them on the Paraordance P-12 or P-14. Both configured on the 1911 frame and high capacity(12/14 rounds). That seems to be the selling point these days for the military anyway.
RECON5
9 February 2001, 08:27
Tactical -

The department I was previously employed with would not allow any officers to carry the 1911 style handgun on duty (off duty ok) ....."too aggressive". Then we the new Chief came in folks began to express safety concerns for officers carrying the 1911 attempting to continue the ban. At present they have been approved for any officer to carry on duty or off, as long as that officer can show general working knowledge of the weapon (Field Strip / Safety features ect.) and qualify with it. To many folks surprise only the folks, who most would have not challenged carrying the 1911's in the first place (due to better than average firearms skills)converted after approval.

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Erick
11 February 2001, 16:22
We've been allowed to carry it since the late 70's. For a long time it was the predominate sidearm in our department. I've been carrying one since shortly after I came on. Contact me via e-mail should you need policy info, etc.

Erick
tactical
13 February 2001, 10:54
Eric, sounds similar to San Jose PD? My proposal goes to the Chief today for review. Talked with several local agencies and even the FBI. All loved the 1911's and had fewer AD/ND's with them. Training is the key as with any pistol. Thanks to all for the help

Mike
Erick
14 February 2001, 04:10
Tactical-
We ain't no steekin PD. We be deputies.

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tactical
14 February 2001, 17:03
Eric, I am sorry for you. Maybe someday if you wish you can be a PD.LOL Just kidding thanks for the help.

Undude