Originally Posted by AaronM

Gotcha. Then I'd say you're looking good with any of the single stack 1911's.

If cost is not a factor, Kimber, Colt Gold Cup or the Wiley Clapp Commander. I LOVE the grips on the Wiley Clapp.

http://www.coltsmfg.com/Catalog/Spec...Commander.aspx

Les Baer, Ed Brown

Something a little lower price but with great bang for the buck is the Springfield Range Officer.

http://www.springfield-armory.com/19...ngeOfficer.htm

The full size options will of course have less recoil. If you get a smaller 1911 and the recoil is an issue, you can experiment with different guide rod/spring combinations until you find what suits you best.