Your opinion carries weight, and you should do whatever you're most comfortable with. But the old tried-and-true 1911 has seen action in jungles, foxholes, mud, and sandy beaches for over a century, and if one cares for his sidearm it will hold up under conditions in the woods. I just like the added firepower of a 1911 over a revolver. Again, my opinion. Your mileage may vary.
I started out with a 1911 when I was 8 years old. The only handgun that I am deadly accurate with every time. I love the way it feels in my hand, and the way it shoots. However, a .45ACP does not have the power that a .357 does. It is a big, slow bullet. It works fantastic against the 2 legged animals, but not so great with the bigger, more dangerous kind, like the silvertip grizzly and the moose. Where I live, I carry a 9mm for the simple fact that I can have more extra ammo options when I go to the city. My 1911 is mainly for practice, and part of a bug out option because, like you stated, it is rugged and will stand up to most environments.
Your opinion carries weight, and you should do whatever you're most comfortable with. But the old tried-and-true 1911 has seen action in jungles, foxholes, mud, and sandy beaches for over a century, and if one cares for his sidearm it will hold up under conditions in the woods. I just like the added firepower of a 1911 over a revolver. Again, my opinion. Your mileage may vary.
I started out with a 1911 when I was 8 years old. The only handgun that I am deadly accurate with every time. I love the way it feels in my hand, and the way it shoots. However, a .45ACP does not have the power that a .357 does. It is a big, slow bullet. It works fantastic against the 2 legged animals, but not so great with the bigger, more dangerous kind, like the silvertip grizzly and the moose. Where I live, I carry a 9mm for the simple fact that I can have more extra ammo options when I go to the city. My 1911 is mainly for practice, and part of a bug out option because, like you stated, it is rugged and will stand up to most environments.