I'd vote for the .38 Super

Had the opportunity to pick up a.38 Super Commander some years back. Caveats: The previous owner had polished the frame until it looked liked it had been chromed and had super-melted the edges; the trigger pull was more than 9 pounds!

Passed on it ($375 but for a reason) but still like the concept.

Scribe

Very nice! Mine is a heavily re-worked Colt defender.
The alloy frame has not yet been a problem for me......

If you don't wear a shirt between the gun and your skin such as in the summer, then it will eat you alive. In winter with more layers of clothing it works well.

I've always thought the Commander length was the best length 1911 period. A full size seems too long to me, and even the Kimber Pro series seems a tiny bit too short. The Commander is just right.

I think a SIG P239 or Glock 23 is a better summer carry gun, less stuff on the lefthand side to mess with your skin.

nice leather! where'd you find it????
bob

I've been shooting and packing my 1911s this winter, but they are GM spec and do require an extra tight pull o' the belt.

With smooth grips, Alessi and your holsters, I've never had any problems with irritation. But I did poke a hole the the back of a leather chair with the butt of my Kimber, once. Is that considered a giveaway?

Come to Arkysaw and I'll let ya shoot my Super. John Purcell ruint me forever with his last year, and I'll pass the fever on to you.