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Guns & Ammo TV: Taurus 1911 Commander and Officer

It’s hard to beat the reassurance of steel in your hand when your life is on the line, which is why Tom Beckstrand and Kim Heath-Chudwin like compact Model 1911s. Beckstrand explains why 1911s such as Taurus’ Officer and Commander in .45 ACP are ideal for concealed carry, and Heath-Chudwin adds why she prefers them for teaching women.

The Model 1911 is a classic design to which Taurus added modern features such as a beavertail grip safety, frontstrap checkering and an undercut triggerguard to improve recoil management and handling.

The Taurus Officer or Commander models are an excellent choice for self-defense and are great examples why so many shooters still turn to the 1911 in the Age of Polymer.

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