[Taz's Master]

Originally Posted by Rick Lee

I thought the alloy frame ones are called Lightweight Commanders. I had one very briefly and was told it would not make a good range gun, was not designed to run a lot of rounds through it, though would be a nice carry gun. I traded it for something else before I got around to shooting it, though.

I believe the newer alloy frame Commanders are Lightweight Commanders, while steel are Combat Commanders. I had an alloy framed Commander from the '70's, the serial number had an LWC prefix, and I believe they were commonly called lightweight Commanders, but not named such by the factory. 1911's are cool and fun. An old design that is still relevant today. Very often copied, and while there are lesser and greater quality options than Colt's production, Colt will be the yardstick against which they are measured. Baz, if it (your new to you Colt) frustrates you, it will have monetary value beyond its utility, and can be used to fund its replacement. If it's a keeper, well then there really is no replacement.