Nice setup @Marrio 
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Nice pieces of hardware brother @Enzo_T
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Awesome! I have a relative who, when he gets of age, is only interested in the 1911 
. I don’t think it’s the best choice tbh, BUT if it’s between him not getting a carry gun vs. having a carry gun, than the 1911 will be fine.
I also wouldn’t mind having one myself one day. I just find them to be more maintenance, and more expensive.
The Kimbers, though not cheap, have options that are in reach price wise 
. Though, I’d love to get a Springfield 1911 (not a Springfield guy, but I’ve heard nothing but good about their 1911s).
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Nice rig! Is that your EDC? The grips look very smooth. Can you maintain a defensive grip if your hands are wet, ie: sweaty from high heat, or under stress, or rain?
All the Raptors come with the giraffe bone smooth grips. Loved them originally! When out on the range in 98 degree heat and 80% humidity I found they would, for lack of a better word, slip and maintaining a solid grip was iffy.
I knew this was going to be my EDC so I found VZ Grips. Honestly the first shoot with these were painful! However during a rainy day on the range they didn’t move. After 10 years, these grips permanently lock into the indentations on my palms. You could not remove my firearm from my cold dead hands without a crowbar 
My rigs that you see are the same firearm the colors have been changed to protect the innocent .
All my Kimber’s have VZ Grips. Wouldn’t mind a set of Ivory’s! On my next acquisition.
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I may have to get in the market for one . I love 45 ACP, but I’ve only shot it from plastic.
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This is most days. On the weekends, different holster, but everything else the same.
The only difference, is dear season. Different fun and knife.
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YEAAAH that’s Texas size. I like it!
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In my usual winter wear, namely jeans and a Carhartt coat, it’s doable. In my hunting coveralls, it disappears. And that is with a cheapy holster. With a good holster, I believe I could conceal this in a T-shirt and flannel over shirt.
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@Scoutbob The black slide was introduced a little more than a year ago. I’m not a fan of the silver slide. Overall, I like it’s size and capacity. I also like that Shield Arms makes a 15 round magazine for the 43X.
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This is what peeks my interest in it.
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Yes, the two watches is definitely excessive. 
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Exactly my thoughts.
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Happiness is a warm steel gun! John Lennon, I think!
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And some poachers. Kidding aside that’s a good looking firearm
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Nice piece of hardware brother @FatsoJoe
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State of preparedness and situational awareness.
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I hear that shield arms is nearly ready with a 10 round mag. for the 43!
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I need that!!
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