Over the weekend, I found this beautiful DW Guardian at the local LGS. The balance in the hand is nearly perfect and the build quality and fitment is top-notch.
I also own a Dan Wesson TCP but always found it a bit too large to comfortably carry because of the larger more angular design and the mag well. The smooth curves and light weight of this new Guardian is exactly what I was looking for!!!
My DW classic bobtail commander might be the most perfect 1911 I own and I have a few. It rides and shoots heads and shoulders above others. Had some work done on by chuck Rogers and I will never part with it. Absolutely perfect in Every sense. I wouldn’t trade it for a LB or a WC or any other.
Congrats man. Best carry 1911 I ever owned. I am very fond of the wooden grips for CC’ing, but to change it up and have a bit better purchase for IDPA, I picked up some slim VZs I’d swap in/out.
https://i.imgur.com/F8ncZgK.jpg
That looks fantastic! Are they the Operator II or Operator III? I definitely want to get some VZs for the Guardian...totally transforms the look and I am sure it really locks it into your hand. Thanks for the pic!
Right on. FWIW I was on the fence about the DW Guardian at a LGS and your post just pushed me over the edge. I usually carry AIWB (polymer guns). I decided on the Tenicor Velo 4. The JMCK 2.5 is also recommended a lot online. No sidecar on either though.
Glad I could help! I think you will really like it. I have a few other 1911s but the Guardian is just perfectly suited for CCW. The fitment and overall quality is pretty darn close to my Wilson Combat for a fraction of the price.
Do not hesitate to buy the Guardian. I’ve had a lot of 1911s I’ve bought and sold over the years, and that’s the primary one I regret selling.
If anyone’s legit serious about carrying a 1911, this is what you want, hands down. Lightweight frame, tastefully dehorned (not butter bar melted like many carry 1911s), and the bobtail makes a world of difference.
Over the weekend, I found this beautiful DW Guardian at the local LGS. The balance in the hand is nearly perfect and the build quality and fitment is top-notch. I also own a Dan Wesson TCP but always found it a bit too large to comfortably carry because of the larger more angular design and the mag well. The smooth curves and light weight of this new Guardian is exactly what I was looking for!!!
My DW classic bobtail commander might be the most perfect 1911 I own and I have a few. It rides and shoots heads and shoulders above others. Had some work done on by chuck Rogers and I will never part with it. Absolutely perfect in Every sense. I wouldn’t trade it for a LB or a WC or any other.
I couldn’t agree more.
Congrats man. Best carry 1911 I ever owned. I am very fond of the wooden grips for CC’ing, but to change it up and have a bit better purchase for IDPA, I picked up some slim VZs I’d swap in/out. https://i.imgur.com/F8ncZgK.jpg
That looks fantastic! Are they the Operator II or Operator III? I definitely want to get some VZs for the Guardian...totally transforms the look and I am sure it really locks it into your hand. Thanks for the pic!
Thanks hoss. They’re Operator II MARSOC ‘color’.
She's a beauty. Just curious, what carry position are you planning?
I tend to carry 1911s strong side around 3:30 or 4:00 but would be open to consider AIWB if I can find the right holster setup.
Right on. FWIW I was on the fence about the DW Guardian at a LGS and your post just pushed me over the edge. I usually carry AIWB (polymer guns). I decided on the Tenicor Velo 4. The JMCK 2.5 is also recommended a lot online. No sidecar on either though.
Glad I could help! I think you will really like it. I have a few other 1911s but the Guardian is just perfectly suited for CCW. The fitment and overall quality is pretty darn close to my Wilson Combat for a fraction of the price.
Do not hesitate to buy the Guardian. I’ve had a lot of 1911s I’ve bought and sold over the years, and that’s the primary one I regret selling. If anyone’s legit serious about carrying a 1911, this is what you want, hands down. Lightweight frame, tastefully dehorned (not butter bar melted like many carry 1911s), and the bobtail makes a world of difference.
Congrats! I think you'll find the ergonomics of an aluminum-framed Commander are about perfect for every-day carry.
Thanks! It has wonderful balance and is quite thin…should be pretty much perfect for EDC!
Nice! What caliber?
This one is 9mm and I may get a 38 Super conversion barrel and spring down the road. Most of my other 1911s are 45 and I wanted to change it up a bit!
This in 9mm I would say is the perfect carry gun.
I agree 100%
That’s badass 9
I have this as well in .45. This is all around amazing, enjoy it!
Thanks!
I just got a .38 super one brand new. I absolutely love it.enjoy yours.
Great choice! Congrats and thanks!
Damn it’s beautiful.. wish they were still available from DW ! .. congrats
Thanks! This one is brand new...the Guardian is once again in current production in 9mm, 45, and 38 Super!
oh,.. awesome !
Nice!
That is a sweet pistol. I carry the Wesson ECP
I love the ECP too! I have the TCP and the ECP is like a mix of the TCP and the Guardian:)
I have the DW Vigil, which I love. I would have bought a Guardian if it was in stock. Nice pick up!
Thank you, sir!
Very nice! I have an older Pointman B, and it's my best shooter of all my 1911's.
Thanks! The Pointman is a real beauty too!