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February 26, 2020, 04:18 PM
TheFrontRange
Ed Brown Executive Elite 1911
Sharing a quick shot of a new-to-me Ed Brown, an Executive Elite in black (I’m told it’s Brown’s 3rd-gen finish), posed with some IWB carry-leather (Bruce Nelson Combat Leather Summer Special holster and Milt Sparks IPD magazine pouch).

This one’s almost ready to be carried; one more range outing should be all it needs before it enters my 1911 lineup.




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February 26, 2020, 04:57 PM
ensigmatic
Sweet!

I recently became something of a 1911 aficionado, myself. Now up to my 3rd. Nothing of that caliber, though. A bit too rich for my blood Wink


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February 26, 2020, 05:05 PM
TheFrontRange
quote:
Originally posted by ensigmatic:
Sweet!

I recently became something of a 1911 aficionado, myself. Now up to my 3rd. Nothing of that caliber, though. A bit too rich for my blood Wink



Thank you and, indeed, 1911s are addicting - but, of course, aren’t just about all guns? Haha...

I was pleased to find this one with a nice sale price on another forum; I’ve been leery of full-price EBs and the like myself!


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February 26, 2020, 06:05 PM
P-220
Beautiful Ed Brown 1911.

Please share a range report.

thanks


Niech Zyje P-220

Steve
February 26, 2020, 06:08 PM
just1tym
Stunning 1911, Ed Brown makes a fine 1911 and that Sir is no exception, enjoy.


Regards, Will G.
February 26, 2020, 06:18 PM
Loswsmith
quote:
Originally posted by TheFrontRange:
Sharing a quick shot of a new-to-me Ed Brown, an Executive Elite in black.


Does it have a gold dot front sight?


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February 26, 2020, 06:19 PM
TheFrontRange
quote:
Originally posted by P-220:
Beautiful Ed Brown 1911.

Please share a range report.

thanks



Thank you and will-do!
February 26, 2020, 06:20 PM
TheFrontRange
quote:
Originally posted by just1tym:
Stunning 1911, Ed Brown makes a fine 1911 and that Sir is no exception, enjoy.


Thank you!
February 26, 2020, 06:21 PM
TheFrontRange
quote:
Originally posted by Loswsmith:
quote:
Originally posted by TheFrontRange:
Sharing a quick shot of a new-to-me Ed Brown, an Executive Elite in black.


Does it have a gold dot front sight?


It does, and a wide-notch 10-8 rear sight. I’m liking this combo so far.
February 27, 2020, 03:53 AM
GCE61
Very nice, congrats. That’s old school cool !
Looking forward to a range report also, and more pics of course.
February 27, 2020, 01:48 PM
TheFrontRange
quote:
Originally posted by GCE61:
Very nice, congrats. That’s old school cool !
Looking forward to a range report also, and more pics of course.


Thank you!


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March 09, 2020, 10:51 PM
46and2
Very nice.

I carried a Kobra Carry for years. They make a fine pistol.
March 09, 2020, 11:22 PM
TheFrontRange
quote:
Originally posted by 46and2:
Very nice.

I carried a Kobra Carry for years. They make a fine pistol.


Thank you!

The KC must be one of their most popular guns if not THE most popular - I’ve never read / heard a complaint about them.


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March 10, 2020, 11:52 AM
Loswsmith
quote:
Originally posted by TheFrontRange:
quote:
Originally posted by Loswsmith:
quote:
Originally posted by TheFrontRange:
Sharing a quick shot of a new-to-me Ed Brown, an Executive Elite in black.


Does it have a gold dot front sight?


It does, and a wide-notch 10-8 rear sight. I’m liking this combo so far.


Sigh. I think that I'll have to go down that route for my DW 9mm 1911. Eventually.


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March 11, 2020, 08:25 AM
just1tym
I had this KC customized and had them install fiber up front with a blacked out rear. I also have a Wilson that has the gold bead up front w/blacked out rear, and found it was excellent during the day and helped with aging eyes. For my older eyes I gave a slight nod to the fiber optics as it worked just a tad better in lower light conditions. Many that carry their 1911's preferred the sights like gold bead as they may hold up better in the long run being holstered a lot. Mine were just carried in pistol pouches and mainly for target recreation and home use if ever needed. The gold bead is a fine sight.

***NOTE*** In the photo you'll see a small black gasket I usually install for any dry fire use as it buffer's the firing pin, probably a bit excessive but I got this tip online and decided to go with it Smile




Regards, Will G.
March 11, 2020, 05:01 PM
SIGfourme
Very nice Ed Brown--I do like 1911's.
Is the holster commander length???
March 12, 2020, 02:24 PM
TheFrontRange
quote:
Originally posted by SIGfourme:
Very nice Ed Brown--I do like 1911's.
Is the holster commander length???


Thank you. The holster is sized for a five-incher. It does look too short in that shot for some reason haha.


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March 12, 2020, 02:26 PM
TheFrontRange
quote:
Originally posted by just1tym:
I had this KC customized and had them install fiber up front with a blacked out rear. I also have a Wilson that has the gold bead up front w/blacked out rear, and found it was excellent during the day and helped with aging eyes. For my older eyes I gave a slight nod to the fiber optics as it worked just a tad better in lower light conditions. Many that carry their 1911's preferred the sights like gold bead as they may hold up better in the long run being holstered a lot. Mine were just carried in pistol pouches and mainly for target recreation and home use if ever needed. The gold bead is a fine sight.

***NOTE*** In the photo you'll see a small black gasket I usually install for any dry fire use as it buffer's the firing pin, probably a bit excessive but I got this tip online and decided to go with it Smile


I like it!


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March 20, 2020, 11:31 AM
just1tym
quote:
Originally posted by TheFrontRange:
quote:
Originally posted by just1tym:
I had this KC customized and had them install fiber up front with a blacked out rear. I also have a Wilson that has the gold bead up front w/blacked out rear, and found it was excellent during the day and helped with aging eyes. For my older eyes I gave a slight nod to the fiber optics as it worked just a tad better in lower light conditions. Many that carry their 1911's preferred the sights like gold bead as they may hold up better in the long run being holstered a lot. Mine were just carried in pistol pouches and mainly for target recreation and home use if ever needed. The gold bead is a fine sight.


I like it!


Thanks. I found this snap of my Wilson with the gold bead up front. No question, the gold bead is an excellent choice for visibility. Fiber optics are a great choice but as far as durability in the long run, the gold bead makes a little more sense.

Ed Brown makes an amazing 1911. My last one I ordered from Gunslingers was a Special Forces II. They build great pistols. I know you'll enjoy many good years of enjoyment with yours...she's a beauty!




Regards, Will G.
April 05, 2020, 06:29 AM
ogive40
Nice EE. It was that one or the Kobra (that I bought) back in 2005. The most accurate of my 1911's and other guns.

Seems to shoot very soft.


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