I do carry a 3" alloy framed 1911 from time to time, it's a Kimber and reliable. It is a joy to carry, and I am fairly accurate with it. It is slower on followup shots due to felt recoil. It is a trade off, I shoot my Ruger Commander much better but it is all steel and heavier. The key as you probably know is practice, practice, practice with your carry gun.