I agree with you on all of the above.

In my opinion,things were so much easier way back when a 1911 was,well..................a 1911.

And years ago,before hearing protection was the norm,the boom of the 1911 was quite interesting for new shooters,particularly those in the Military who never had a firearm before.

Of course the 9mm vs 45 debate will always go on but to be honest with you,I would not care to stop either one or a 22 short for that matter.

Been there,done that (7.62 X 39,SKS)

Wayne