I don't find it surprising at all. I love John Moses Browning. Man was a genius. But I am willing to bet some salty Marine gets a hard on every time he hears someone say "1911". The 1911 is part of Americana. It's damn near untouchable when it comes to criticism. I wouldn't be surprised to learn that somewhere in this decision is an old Marine who remembers the 1911 fondly while smoking a cigar. And well he should. But nostalgia is a funny thing. We tend to remember all that was great, not so much that wasn't.
As I said I think there are better options out there for less money. HK has some nice options with the HK45 or the venerable HK USP 45. I actually prefer the USP over the newer model for the added capacity and IMO better trigger, but the lack of a universal rail is annoying. But let's move beyond my interests. As mentioned the FNP-45 is an awesome option. They don't need the crazy tactical model, though it's there if they want it. Great capacity for a 45. FN already makes US machine guns. And every one of their products I have used has been rock solid. Both options allow for cocked and locked carry.
What body armor would that be? Anything military grade will easily stop a 357 SIG, hell a 357 magnum for that matter.
How about American companies that make weapons overseas, ala Springfield Armory? Does it stick in your craw to hold that fine 1911 design that was made in Brazil?
If it puts American workers to work I could care less what company makes it. I would rather an American made product by a foreign company than a foreign made product by an American company any day of the week and twice on Sunday. My dad's Chevy truck is less American than his neighbor's Toyota. It was born south of the border.
For that matter all I really care about is if it's the best design available. My handguns are German, my long guns American.
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