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The 5.7 is cool and certainly effective, but it's over-rated. (unless you happen to have a source for the good ammo, then it's a freakin beast)
I carry a Gvt. 1911 in a Slide holster, strong side with a sweat pad to protect the weapon, a loose t-shirt to break the angles and a hawaiian or camp shirt to complete the concealment. A lot of people frown on having a T-shirt and button up over the weapon, but I draw just as fast as anyone at my range with that set-up. It's a matter of repetition. I carry a full size 1911 because it's a tried and true design that has been getting the job done for nearly a century. Also, I can't hit the broadside of a freakin mountain with a Glock.
Sometimes I carry spare mags and a .32 Kel Tec as a BUG. I'm much more likely to have the Kel Tec than spare 1911 mags though. It's light, goes anywhere and gives you a different platform should your primary have a critical malfunction. A good knife shouldn't be underestimated either. Spyderco has great knives that can save your ass in a pinch ranging from $50-250ish depending on blade pattern and size. I have either my spyderco or my Reeve with me nearly every minute of the day, both have seen tons of abuse and held up incredibly well.
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