I actually like the small safety, it's my favorite safety for 1911 pistols. I don't understand anyone having a problem with it. It doesn't beat me up, it stays engaged even in my leather holster. I have a 45 Wiley Clapp Commander and it's a great pistol. Last year I bought a DW Valkyrie Commander in 9 mm, it's fine to, trying to get used to the extended safety on it, it's slimmer than others I've tried but the jury is still out on it.