Rock Island Armory announced two new options for anyone who would like to carry a sub-$800 compact 1911 for self-defense. One pistol is chambered in .45 ACP while the other is made for the 9mm cartridge. The front sight is a fiber optic; the rear sight is a sloped [Read More…]
The Philippines is one of the few exceptions to firearm ownership in Asia. It is so prevalent that people make guns in their backyards. They are making revolvers and 1911s out of scrap metal. The video leans a bit to the left. But the part to take home is that these [Read More…]
John Browning’s namesake company is expanding its handgun offerings to include a .380 1911. While other designs have been inspired by the platform (the Sig comes to mind), none have yet to use full-size mechanical interfaces (safety, slide catch, etc. The .380 [Read More…]
As a fan of single stack 1911s I am pleased to report that RIA have added four single stack variants to their line of .22 TCM 1911 pistols. For those of you unfamiliar with the .22 TCM, the cartridge is a based on a .223 Remington case cut down to around the [Read More…]
The venerable 1911 has been in production for over 100 years, and with companies all over the United States and even abroad producing them, the design seems more popular than ever. A company called “Republic Forge” located in the panhandle of my home state [Read More…]
Eric from Solid Concepts, who developed the first 3D printed metal gun, printed this 1911 chambered in 10mm Auto. Its probably not everyone’s taste, but I really like the aggressive styling of the frame and slide. I also like how Eric printed an extract from the [Read More…]
On a college student’s budget Jeff has started a designed-by-JMB (John Moses Browning) collection. He shared with us a photo of the first two pistols in his collection. Jeff wrote … I wanted to share my (modest) JMB collection. As a college student, [Read More…]
It’s fun rediscovering something interesting that you didn’t know existed. Here is the Pachmayr Dominator. It was a conversion kit for 1911 pistols. You remove the slide off your 1911 and replace it with a new barrel and bolt action. Oh and it is chambered [Read More…]
I cannot imagine what John Moses Browning thought what accessories his ubiquitous design would spawn. But, I would imagine he would be patriotic and agree that Strike Industries 1911 Polymer Extreme Flat Pattern grips would be a worthy addition to the .45 handgun. [Read More…]
The Dakota Meyer 1911 is a hand built special edition pistol to honor Meyer and his teams actions on 8 September 2009 in Kunar Province, Afghanistan. For then Marine Corporal Meyers actions on that date he was awarded the congressional Medal of Honor. Written Citation [Read More…]
A short time ago TRUGLO TFO came out with a new set of sights for the 1911 called the Brite-Site. Without a doubt this has become my favorite set of sights. The Bright-Site is a Novak style with long fiber optic tubes, two in the rear sight and one in the front. You [Read More…]
Josh sent us some very nice photos of his Springfield Armory 1911A1 TRP .45 ACP. The TRP is based on the FBI Professional model that was adopted by the FBI Hostage Rescue Team in 1998, but sells at a lower price point because it has less hand fitting that the fully [Read More…]
UPDATE: Note Legion Firearms, the subject of this blog post, is a different company to Legion Arms (AK parts retailer). According to Soldier Systems Daily, Legion Firearms is having severe financial problems. They were unable to corroborate the trouble as they no longer [Read More…]
Magnum Research announced the introduction of four Desert Eagle 1911 guns to be sold exclusively through the outdoor retailer Cabela’s. The first two guns use cast carbon steel frames with a gray Cerakote finish. The matte black slides are machined from solid [Read More…]
Colt marked its founder’s 200th birthday by donating a O1991Z 1911 Commemorative Pistol to The Museum of Connecticut History at The Connecticut State Library. We are honored to donate this special commemorative firearm to the outstanding collection [Read More…]
Having worked firearms retail before and also having shot a lot of different 1911’s, I have always had a fondness for the American Classic 1911’s. They are well made, function perfectly and actually look good too. But the best part is the cost. They [Read More…]
According to Shelley at Gun Nuts Media, Kahr Arms will be offering two pistols with purple frames. The CW9 and CW380. These will be exclusive to Davidson’s According to Shelley: The MSRP on the purple CW9093PRDAV is just $435.00 and the MSRP on the [Read More…]
Christensen Arms is now going to begin making the stainless steel and titanium 1911 frames and slides in house. It appears that moving the line in-house is going to allow them lower the prices on their high end 1911’s. No word yet on the actual numbers for the [Read More…]
Tactical Machining recently released their new TM Recon 80% 1911 frame. As with 80% AR lowers an FFL or paperwork is not required and you’ll have to finish the remaining 20%, which include the hammer and sear pin holes, barrel seat and slide rails. They’re [Read More…]
Eagle Imports announced they are now offering the American Classic Commander 1911 pistol for sale in the US. The guns will come in a variety of finishes and can be had in .45 ACP and 9mm. MSRP runs from $624 – $719 depending on version and finish. All of the [Read More…]
Wilson Combat has gone further up-market with their latest release: The Pinnacle. Based on their Classic Supergrade, the Pinnacle adds most of the available customization options available at Wilson Combat. In addition, the discerning customer will get [Read More…]
Check out these old archived films from 1941. Here is a training film on how to use the small arms firearms of the time. There is a good list of guns they show. M1911, M1903, M1, BAR M1918, Thompson M1928 as well as some aircraft machine guns. They do seem to [Read More…]
Maximus Arms announced the production of a custom 1911 for left-handed shooters. The pistol is part of the company’s Gladiator line of handguns. The left handed model has an ambidextrous thumb safety and a magazine release mounted on the right side of the [Read More…]
Thanks to Mr. Revolverguy for sending this to us. He reviews Colt’s new Wiley Clapp Lightweight Commander Talo exclusive. He sums it up with “Everything you need, with nothing you don’t.” Check out his review over at Day at the Range.
1911 fans and shooters have another 22LR option to plink with. Browning has announced the release of their new A1 Desert Tan Full-Size & Compact Models: Full Press Release below: Morgan Utah: Browning’s popular 1911-22 pistol line grows in 2014 with the [Read More…]
With all the talk about 80% AR lowers, did you know that there are 80% 1911 lowers?Ares Armor sells them, but they are not the only game in town. Tactical Machining makes a railed 1911 frame. Only a $10 difference between 80% and 100%. The difference is the slide rails, [Read More…]
Recover Tactical is now shipping the Grip & Rail System for the 1911-style handguns. If you are not familiar with the product, the system is a grip replacement for the standard 1911-type pistol. Instead of only providing new grip panels, the product also adds a [Read More…]
Ay Carumba… Just when I think we have caught up on SHOT introductions, another one crops up. This time, a compelling offering from Israel, the e-Lander 1911 steel magazines. Exclusively distributed by The Mako Group, the e-Lander 1911 magazines are steel [Read More…]
Tacome1942 is a genius. He makes working replicas of firearms, out of paper by hand. The use of metal is unavoidable. He does use metal for extractors, springs, firing pins, and screws. Now when I say “working replicas” they don’t fire conventional [Read More…]
Pachmayr announced the introduction of American Legend grips in a variety of colors for the 1911-style pistol. The new grips combine laminate wood with rubber inserts to achieve enhanced “looks and handling” according to Pachmayr. The laminate wood portion [Read More…]
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