Cocked and locked, aka "condition1" is the preferred carry method of many. Most (if not all) LEOs carry in condition 1, but they usually carry non-1911 style pistols which have internal hammers. It's more of a psychological/perception issue than it is actually a safety thing. There are typically at least one additional safety on the gun preventing accidental discharge even if the hammer were to fall.
Thadiator - you're spot on. My comment was a little tongue in cheek, but the 1911 was designed to be carried cocked and locked with a round in the chamber. It has both a grip and thumb safety to prevent accidental discharge.
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MacTexas 10 years, 2 months ago
Do you always carry your gun with the hammer pulled back?
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Loadedpocketz 10 years, 2 months ago
Absolutely. It's the only way to properly carry a 1911. Cocked, locked and ready to rock.
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Thadiator 10 years, 2 months ago
Cocked and locked, aka "condition1" is the preferred carry method of many. Most (if not all) LEOs carry in condition 1, but they usually carry non-1911 style pistols which have internal hammers. It's more of a psychological/perception issue than it is actually a safety thing. There are typically at least one additional safety on the gun preventing accidental discharge even if the hammer were to fall.
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Loadedpocketz 10 years, 2 months ago
Thadiator - you're spot on. My comment was a little tongue in cheek, but the 1911 was designed to be carried cocked and locked with a round in the chamber. It has both a grip and thumb safety to prevent accidental discharge.
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