23 June 04

I talked with a big gun retailer yesterday, asking him, as is my habit, what is currently a hot seller. He indicated that SA's "WWII Spec" Government Model 1911 was selling faster than he could get them in, outselling all other 1911s by a wide margin. The only part of the pistol that is not WWII spec is SA's locking system, which is apparently standard. For the price, it is a good, utility gun.

I've been carrying a S&W CS45 for a while now. CS stands for "Chief's Special." The pistol is small and light, designed for concealed carry. It is the size of an Officer's Model. S&W has done a nice job rounding off edges and corners. If one must carry a 45ACP, it is a good way to go. I can't get it to hiccup.

Of course, I had to remove the magazine safety, but otherwise it is good to go out of the box.

/John