Opinion on Dan Wesson

[rlelvis]

Any thoughts on an early Dan Wesson PM1 S (sn MJ43XX)? I am looking at one local but it is at full price, IMHO.

[Orlando]

Dan Wesson 1911's ? Love them. They arent just another cookie cutter 1911
Never handled the PM1 but had the CBOB and my everyday carry is the CCO
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f197/Garandlover/Dan%20Wesson%201911/MVC-004S.jpg
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f197/Garandlover/Dan%20Wesson%20CCO/MVC-002S.jpg

http://forums.1911forum.com/forumdisplay.php?f=27

[mixmaster]

It is a solid gun and as you have not stated a price I can not form an opinion as to value,but that varies from state to state anyway
Mix

[rlelvis]

Asking is $690 but I think I can get some off that, not sure how much though, hoping for -$620. This part of NY is bad for overpriced used guns. The gun is at about 95%, shows little signs of use and of course tight.

My main concern is the varied opinions of the pre CZ Pointman Majors, seem to be hit and miss and I have read the year is key ? . Most info I have found on serial numbers is that the first digit is the year made so if correct this would be 2004. Either way it is still a cast frame though.

[rlelvis]

Very nice, the CBOB has crossed my mind.


Dan Wesson 1911's ? Love them. They arent just another cookie cutter 1911
Never handled the PM1 but had the CBOB and my everyday carry is the CCO
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f197/Garandlover/Dan%20Wesson%201911/MVC-004S.jpg
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f197/Garandlover/Dan%20Wesson%20CCO/MVC-002S.jpg

http://forums.1911forum.com/forumdisplay.php?f=27

[Orlando]

Are you looking for a carry conceal piece or a range pistol? I carried the CBOB and it can be done but the CCO carries much ,much easier.

Is the Pointman you are looking at 9mm or 45acp ?

[rlelvis]

Was looking for a range gun in this one. That's why I was considering the used PM1. The CBOB had crosssed my mind but when it comes down to it, more money for ammo is not a bad thing. The Pointman is a .45 stainless.

[Orlando]

I think the CBOB is discontinued, mine was in 45acp but was also available in 10mm. I sold mine for $50.00 more than I paid for it new as guys were wanting them bad since no longer available
Not a 1911 but honestly my favorite range pistol is the Beretta M9. It is the easiest pistol to shoot, very accurate,probably because its 9mm and a heavy handgun. You should be able to find one new for $600.00 out the door.
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f197/Garandlover/Beretta%20M9/MVC-010S.jpg

[rlelvis]

Got a few 9mm's and they do not get shot much. I did carry a Beretta for many years, AD, and yes a good shooting gun. Even more fun with a CT laser grip, if you like that kind of thing.

[Dave Waits]

Dan Wesson? Those aren't Dan wessons...This is a Dan Wesson!
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii180/retmsgt123/IMG_0196.jpg
Now, if I could just figure a way to carry this 56 ounce cannon concealed!

[rlelvis]

Dan Wesson? Those aren't Dan wessons...This is a Dan Wesson!
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii180/retmsgt123/IMG_0196.jpg
Now, if I could just figure a way to carry this 56 ounce cannon concealed!

Very nice piece for sure.

[rlelvis]

Well I got the price down a bit and took the plunge on the PM1 and went right to the range. I got 3 in groups at 25 yards with cheap AE and not one problem through a box. That is about as good as I can do so my first opinion is that it is more accurate than I am, what else is new. Overall I am very happy with it. There are a few things to tweak and change but that was expected.

[Dave Waits]

Yes, it is. Not only that but It's a 1911,says so right on the frame,see?
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii180/retmsgt123/IMG_0195.jpg

[toolman]

Ive heard nothing but good about dan wesson firearms!

[rlelvis]

Yes, it is. Not only that but It's a 1911,says so right on the frame,see?
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii180/retmsgt123/IMG_0195.jpg

Well, can't argue with that can ya. I have passed up a couple of DW's over the years and am now rethinking it.

[Colter44]

Are you looking for a carry conceal piece or a range pistol? I carried the CBOB and it can be done but the CCO carries much ,much easier.

Is the Pointman you are looking at 9mm or 45acp ?



I know the CCO has a shorter frame, but was the CBOB really a pain in the ass to conceal? I ask Because I am looking hard at the VBOB. Any input would be great (Sorry if I am hijacking the thread.)

[Orlando]

No not really hard to conceal just heavy. The CCO has a aluminum frame. I can carry all day and forget its even there

[Colter44]

Are they both relatively comfortable to carry? I have no experience carrying a 1911 type pistol, I have been carrying a Kahr K9 for a while.

[Orlando]

With a heavy handgun a good quality holster and a heavy gun belt is a must!! You cannot scrimp, you wont get buy with a cheaprig like you can with lighter handguns
Yes its possible to carry full sized 1911's. Like I said earlier I carried the CBOB for awhile and did OK but I never forgot it was there:)
The CCO is much easier to carry , I have never looked back.
JMO

[Colter44]

I will have to check one out. Will be able to get a better Idea with the gun in my hand.