How well do full size 1911's work for concealement?
Briman, It's very easy. Because of the 1911's "slab side" it's very narrow. Even on warm summer days, an untucked shirt will cover it and not "print" it. You can get all kinds of concealment holsters for it, just pick the one you like. I use a Fobus (plastic) paddle holster. I like it because the gun is secure, yet draws very quickly, and, with the paddle I can take it off and leave it in the vehicle if I go somewhere that CCW isn't allowed.
Danny, it WAS my point in my post to show that the .45acp is better at translating energy to the body...
Sorry Nomercy, I misunderstood your meaning.