[Chevy_Guy1977]

Well, phantom answered the yes/no questions, but I'll try and convince you to buy one. I've got a 5" Patriot Expert, and love it. I was dead set on buying a Kimber because they are suposedly the best production 1911, until I saw the DW. There is no comparison between the two. DW 1911's are fine guns, and even though prices have been raised, they are still worth the money. The CCO would be perfect if you want a gun in commander size that is accurate, well-built, and reliable, not to mention quite handsome. If you going to carry it (or want something different) look into the C-BOB. Personally I don't think you can go wrong with a DW, and I'm on the lookout for any in my area to snatch em up. Good luck with whatever you choose to get.
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[Chevy_Guy1977]

Not to be contrarian, but I wondered if you could expound on that statement. I have small hands, and the full-size (GM/Cmdr) grip does nothing for me, other than give me a place to put 1 more round. Are you saying you wouldn't carry something on an Ofcr's frame? Just curious.

Thanks for the replies, guys. Keep your thoughts coming!

Thanks,
MJ

I'd be happy to elaborate! It's basicaly the same size grip frame it just has a diagonal cut at the corner where the botom of the gripframe and the MSH meet to make it more concealable. BTW, it is usually the grip frame that is the hardest part of a gun to conceal, so this is a plus. I personally don't mind the mildly different feel of the bobbed frame, and as I mentioned earlier would buy one if I came accross one. Since you say that you have small hands, it is possible that since the palm of your hand contacts the gripframe differently, you could grip the gun better, but I'm not sure.

I didn't mean to sound like I wouldn't carry a CCO. I was just saying since they are the roughly the same price and the CBOB would have an edge on concealability, that you might want to look at that model as well if you want to carry. I don't think you could go wrong with either, so get which one suits your needs best.
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