Not to sound stupid, but what is a "O" Frame?

[Python2]

OK, I have been reading this "O" Frame thing in many places, plus I guess one of my carry, Kimber CDP II is also "O" Frame. The question is, what are the difference with the rest of the 1911 platform? What should I look for when I strip my Colt Gold Cup and my 2011 Kimber. Or are they all "O" Frame?

[spc]

Good question Python2, and I can ont give the specifices on it.

I will however be at the UH range day this weekend with the wife.

spc

[Dan M.]

"O" dang, it jammed again?

[1buba]

Originally Posted by Dan M.

"O" dang, it jammed again?

I don't care WHO ya are -that's funny right there.


Actually, it was a model designation given back long ago by Colt to the 1911 (actually I think it was earlier than the 1911) and it's platform. (IIRC - my mind is a bit toasted right now, long couple of days)...

[BonoVox]

It was described to me as the frame designation. I believe by S&W.

[Spicy McHaggis]

Originally Posted by Python2

OK, I have been reading this "O" Frame thing in many places, plus I guess one of my carry, Kimber CDP II is also "O" Frame. The question is, what are the difference with the rest of the 1911 platform? What should I look for when I strip my Colt Gold Cup and my 2011 Kimber. Or are they all "O" Frame?

O-Frame was a designation set by Colt on some of their pistols. I have no idea of the history behind it or why though. Also, PM sent.

[inboost]

Per 'A Guy' I know I was asked to post proof positive of the 'O-Frame' designation for all to marvel at.

Exhibit #1: The Source


Exhibit #2: Alphabet Soup Hartford, CT style



Exhibit #3: The O-Frame umbrella circa 1986.Funny, 1911 isn't in the list!

[1buba]

Thanks InBoost - i've seen that posted before, but was drawing a blank on where.

You are indeed a man of MUCHO info!

[Glock32]

It's still only what Colt calls it. Everybody else in the world calls it a 1911 pattern. Just like D Frame, I frame, etc.
If it's not a Colt it is not a O frame for me. Just like a Taurus 5 shot is not a J-frame either.
Now watch the flamethrower....

[1buba]

Originally Posted by Glock32

It's still only what Colt calls it. Everybody else in the world calls it a 1911 pattern. Just like D Frame, I frame, etc.
If it's not a Colt it is not a O frame for me. Just like a Taurus 5 shot is not a J-frame either.
Now watch the flamethrower....

I would agree, but GEEEZE, a Taurus is NO Kimber!!!

[BonoVox]

I guess it was Colt. Not S&W tells you how bad my memory is since CCWI told me in person just last night!CCWI----><--BonoVox

[Glock32]

Originally Posted by 1buba

I would agree, but GEEEZE, a Taurus is NO Kimber!!!

it's no S&W either.

[inboost]

We get these kinds of things all the time:

• Kleenex is a brand, not a tissue
• Xerox is a company not a copy
• Porsche stopped making the '911' sports car in 1989
• Colt hasn't produced a 1911 since long before I was born

Go to MidwayUSA, Natchez, Brownells, Cabelas, etc. and try to give them money for O-frame trinkets (you can't). However they are happy to sell you anything you want for your 1911.

Regardless of what it's called it's what I shoot & carry.

[Glock32]

Originally Posted by inboost

We get these kinds of things all the time:

• Kleenex is a brand, not a tissue
• Xerox is a company not a copy
• Porsche stopped making the '911' sports car in 1989
• Colt hasn't produced a 1911 since long before I was born

Go to MidwayUSA, Natchez, Brownells, Cabelas, etc. and try to give them money for O-frame trinkets (you can't). However they are happy to sell you anything you want for your 1911.

Regardless of what it's called it's what I shoot & carry.

Well said. I miss my 911.....both of them. And the C2.

[THE Gimper]

http://www.calccw.com/Forums/carry-g...e-o-frame.html

Originally Posted by CCWInstructor

I have used since the mid 1960's when I first got into handguns. Colt made the 1911A1 and A2 for the military. Everything made for the general public or non military market was and IS a "O" Frame. Look at any Colt parts list, "O" frame!

To the best of my knowledge, I'm the only one on this forum with a 1911. It's a A1 made in the 20's.