Originally Posted by George Knighton
Perhaps our Preacher friend can tell us when US MP's carried in what condition.
1988 was the last time I carried a 1911 in the service. The Berettas were already being phased in and replacing the venerable old .45s.
When I switched services in 88, I was issued a 1911 but had to swap it out (under protest!) for a Beretta about 3 months later.