I just picked up my 1911 today. As a Navy Hospital Corpsman, I trained on the 1911 while going through Marine Corps combat medical training in 1977. I have other hand guns, but this is the one I have looked forward to owning for a long time. - - Thanks for a great historical overview.
What a great history lesson! I bought a Remington 1911 a few years ago because it looked so much like the one I carried in the Navy back in the 70s when I guarded the nuclear missile magazines. Coincidentally, I berthed on the other side of a bulkhead from the missile magazine. Nukes 25 feet from my head. Explains a lot.
I got my first 1911 when I was 16 I'm 37 now and I still love them.The first one I got I retired it after 50k rounds or so.I replaced all the springs several times over the years.Im really loving the SDS imports right now.I carry the WW2 clone SDS it just fits like a glove.
SDS has impressed me. Forged frame and slide. Very good 1911. I also have a Colt 1911 and a WW2 Ithaca made in 1944 and I would take that SDS in to battle without a second thought (with the others also)
we just grabbed 2 sds imports Tisas 1911s. she chose the duty version: beaver tail, extended ambidextrous grip safety....extended trigger, Novak sights. I chose the 1911a1 us army. I freaking love it. I was issued basically same sort of pistol in 1987. Jeez, I like it so much, Ive been carrying it.
Thanks for your post. In the mid-1960s I carried a WW2 era 1911 while on watch aboard ship serving in the far east; one year patrolling the coast of Vietnam.
JMB designed the 1911 as an evolutionary development from earlier models of semiautomatic pistols. The design is so simple that a bumbling car mechanic could take an inoperative parts collection and turn it into a solid, reliable shooter. A guy whose brother I worked for brought in a nearly unidentifiable 1911 that was mostly assembled. It has an aluminum frame with El Monte, CA stamped at the lower end of the grip frame, and a Remington - Rand slide. The recoil spring was in place, but so mangled that it bound the barrel and slide when trying to cycle the action. I was known to have a collection of assorted guns and so John asked if I could possibly get the pistol to hold together and shoot. I told him that even though I had no experience with the 1911s, I'd be happy to help if I could. The barrel bushing seemed to be loose, so that weekend, I went to a local gun show and found a guy selling 1911 parts. I bought a recoil spring and bushing for $8.00 & $4.00. Got the parts home and reassembled the slide. The replacement bushing was more solid and the good spring allowed the slide to glide over the barrel. Next came the grips. The bushing threads were stripped. Since the pistol was not about to be perfect, ever, I came up with a plan to secure the grips to the frame. I mixed up a bit of JB Weld and put it on the threads of each bushing. Put them in the holes in the grip frame and let them set for a day. That did the trick. Put the panels on and gave it a try. It felt really good and tight. I tried to insert the magazine and it travelled a short distance in the well, then stopped. I was certainly baffled, using a flashlight to look for the problem. There it was. The JB Weld had formed four little rings in the well. A gentle filing and they were flush with the well's inside walls. I took the pistol to work and gave it to its owner. He was very impressed with the now functional pistol. He asked if I had test fired it, and I told him that I had no ammo. He pulled out a box of old hardball ammo and put three rounds in the magazine, handing it over to me. I was confident in the pistol and loaded the magazine and racked the slide. POP POP POP. Worked flawlessly. John was elated, as was I. He originally expected to have to sell it for nothing, but when it came back to him in working order, he decided to keep it. That was a bit under thirty years ago and I haven't been in touch with the guys. John might still have the old slabsides in a toolbox.
I carry one for decades. And I'm going back to another one! Oddly a lot of older guys, like myself, that I know went to poly guns, as I did. But, the 1911 just calls us back! Best to ya',,,,as always!
I managed to pick up a Thompson's auto ordnance 1911 when I was stationed at ft Bragg,it was awesome and original,I just swapped the barrel with a match grade.
@@Icarryone I happened to be there when a WW2 marine was trying to pawn his service pistol,the guy was low balling him,so I asked him if he was a marine,he said yes ,I told him I was a paratrooper and gave him $700 for it.
I stopped carrying my Colt Combat Elite as my daily carry, and re built a Rock Island G.I. Into a total badass but I retained the origional look with Authentic Colt Parts, and Match barrel and hand fit bushing.
I have my uncles 1911a1 colt he carried throughout ww2. I have his full rig. Belt holster medical pouch and 2 clip mag pouch. He was a lt colonel in the FSSF in Italy and Southern France invasion. He was awarded the silver star in Italy for the LA defensa Mt attack in Italy in 1943. The pistol still retains 98 percent of its parkerised finish. Thanks for the video
"Who knows, I might just return them someday" haha! Theres the classic ICarryone laugh line I was waiting for....😄. On another note, beautiful service pistols that fought for our freedom, thx for this video. I would love one of those war beauties. I have the 10mm double stack Rock Island that I absolutely love! Shoots amazing & nicely balanced for the round it dispenses!
Stumbled on your channel and watched a few. Very informative, precise and the quips are entertaining 😂. The "Truth about Glocks" had me in stitches. I carry a G19 daily because that's what was issued to me on the job. (It's what I'm used to) I owned a Para warthog many years ago, but sold it. I picked up a used Colt Government model a few years ago and it came with a Colt Ace II 22 lr conversation kit. Absolutely love it!! I do carry it from time to time. There's just something about a classic 1911 that exudes nostalgia and makes you appreciate a century old design. Keep up the great work!! Definitely subscribing to your channel!!
If you watch carefully at :42 seconds in, you will note the shiny spot on the side of the 1911 behind the slide stop. In 1987, I bought a Remington Rand 1911 A1 with the same shiny spot. Upon research I discovered that the spot was caused by a lot of carry in a military holster. The flap stud had a piece of leather sewn over it to prevent metal to metal contact, but it wore shiny spot in the finish.
@@Jerry-Parker ... No apology necessary. Are you subscribed to his channel, now? He and ICO did a video of making a video in the AZ desert. Looked like they enjoyed themselves.
When I was 10 (1960) my dad was given a 1911 that had been in a fire but the damage was superficial. With new springs and cold blue it shot like new. He was in it about $10. I loved to hold it (I shot it some too) Then I heard about Armand Swenson and Kings Gun Shop and how they improved these cheap, plentiful guns. I bought a WWII pistol for 100 bucks and began my education in improving the 1911--it responded well to all my homemade parts and I began to be known as a "45ACP guy". These days all the things I did are commonplace and cheap. I can still tweak a troubled 1911 into a sweetie and enjoy it as much as ever.
I appreciate the history lesson on the 1911s.I will try to buy one of these classes. My dad and grandfather was in military service and they remember them. David Back from Menifee county Kentucky.
My first 1911 Colt .45 came to via my grandfather who served in WW1. He also served in a reserve status during WW2 as a training officer at the U.S.M.A, West Point, N.Y. In between the wars he served as a captain in a occupying force under Gen. Mac Arthur on Luzon, P.I. in the 1930's. This pistol was by his side throughout his entire military career. Now, it is mine, now serving only as a home protector. I have added several other 1911A1 of more modern manufacture to use as sporting and target equipped sighting. Love 'em all! Especially a "Gold Cup NM" by Colt.
I just bought one of the Springfield Armory's Defender series Mil Spec 1911A1's NIB for 457 dollars. I've run 505 rounds through it over the coarse of two range trips having cleaned it once after 308 rounds without a single malfunction. Probably the best deal I've found on a firearm to date.
I have four and as far as I'm concerned these are still as good as it gets. One hit from these is worth three from a high capacity but smaller caliber pistol
Hi its good to know that 1911s were a part of military.campaigns from 1910 to 1950s. But you did not mention its part during the Philippine campaign on 1911 to 1920 were US Military forces also used it in the bloody suppression of Moro warriors.
Real nice program I have a WW1 Colt made in 1914,and a WW2 Remington Rand and Colt slid on a Golden State frame. I'm 68 now and since my youth I always had at least one 1911. My favorite pistol.
Awesome《☆》I have a 627 Taurus Tracker as well. I replaced the ribber grip with custom wood grips👍🛎Nice collection of 1911s there & fantastic history. As much as I'd love to get an original govt gun I'm really happy with my 2016 Rock Island Commander M1911 A1 ms🌴:*:🌴Greetings from Florida🖖🤓🏈
These days, examples like the ones featured in this video are both rare and expensive. Your best bet is to consider buying one of more recent manufacture.
I own several "modern" firearms, but my 1911 .45 GI model is by far my favorite weapon. A beautiful piece of firearm history in my hand that just feels perfect and goes bang every time
Hopefully, I misunderstood something I think I heard you say. It seemed that you implied there were other handguns beside the m1911, m1911a1, and the snub nose .38 revolver. Hopefully, I misunderstood you.
ive got a ww1 colt 1911 made in 1913. every part is original but always wondered about the grips on mine. mine are fully checkered like yours, not double diamond. do u think they are not original grips? i was always told those all had double diamond grips
I'm planning to buy a 1911 replica (because owning a gun is illegal in my country), so I wanted to ask: have plain wooden grip pads ever been produced for serial 1911s? All I see irl have embossed pads, yet out of available replicas all the embossed pads are either plastic (yuck) or wooden, but too bright. And if plain pads are not historically realistic, do you perhaps know a way to make a wooden pad darker? Perhaps there is an easy way to, I know some reenactor did so, but I don't know what he used.
I can pick up a 1911 with a 1919 frame and a 1941 slide and barrel. It's not uncommon to see these guns that guys tried to "upgrade". I know it hurts the value, but do you think $900 is a fair price for a gun like this in good cosmetic shape?
Not big numbers to some folks but I just added the sixth 1911 to my personal carry group ( only one at a time ) needless to say I'd bet my life on a 1911 . Thank you John Moses Browning truly a stroke of genious at least in this old mans opinion.
I have a great Taurus Beretta clone but I almost always reach for one of my three model 1911s. Ones a Colt other two are from Springfield all in GI configuration. The new ones from I think ¢Turkey are calling my name😅😅😅
Great video on the best gun ever made the 1911 - Hands down the best Sir and with the upgrades and superior hand fitted ones make the 45-40-9-380-10mm-38super- the best weapons on the planet when enhanced to superior performance or if u buy a Wilson combat Dan Wesson - nighthawk-midrange to high-end sold 1911 and yes i carry 1 the Remington double stack recon 1 commander 45 acp that Clark custom did there accuracy package on making this already good 1911 into a breast of a shooter this 1911 replaced my Glock 19 for everyday carry - train well be Safe - Another GREAT Video from the Gun Master of GUNS !!! 1911 RULES THE GUN WORLD WHEN DONE RIGHT !!!
The 1911 has one core strength, it remains a functional firearm even after all these years. Obsolete it may be, but it's far from useless or harmless, never make that mistake.
Great vidio. I wish all the young folks, gun lives and not would take time to watch your short, informative vidio. How bout some more 10 MM vidios for this old timer.
I love the 1911 it’s the best hand gun ever made
Yeah buddy! 👍
Yes sir!!!
A man cannot own enough 1911's.
Well said!
I have 1 and I figured 4 would be better
the perfect number of firearms is n+1.
I stopped buying at 1,911
Preach it on the mountain, brother!
1911 is modern version of peace maker it has so much history and fans.
With total service history taken into consideration, the 1911 has exceeded that of the 1873 Colt.
To; Awesome Silver;
Couldn't agree more lucked into a rare find, I had decided on years earlier. CZ 75D PCR. 9×19 9M
luger 14+1 excellent EDC.
I just picked up my 1911 today. As a Navy Hospital Corpsman, I trained on the 1911 while going through Marine Corps combat medical training in 1977. I have other hand guns, but this is the one I have looked forward to owning for a long time. - - Thanks for a great historical overview.
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One heck of a stable of old war horses! Makes my 40 year old Colt 1911’s look young.
Great Vid!
It isn't often that you get to see all four, all original, war era 1911's on the same table.
Love the worn look of the original A1's.
Loaded with character . . . and bullets!
Best video that I have watched on UA-cam in I don't know when! Thank you sir for the education on my favorite pistol! You have a new subscriber in me!
Those are gorgeous pieces
Agreed.
What a great history lesson! I bought a Remington 1911 a few years ago because it looked so much like the one I carried in the Navy back in the 70s when I guarded the nuclear missile magazines. Coincidentally, I berthed on the other side of a bulkhead from the missile magazine. Nukes 25 feet from my head. Explains a lot.
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I always enjoy the historical side of your videos. The guns are just a bonus! :)
Thanks for sharing!
My pleasure Steven.
Great history lesson & thanks for sharing
My pleasure.
Awesome video Icarryone and I love the 1911s to.Thanks Slim.
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I got my first 1911 when I was 16 I'm 37 now and I still love them.The first one I got I retired it after 50k rounds or so.I replaced all the springs several times over the years.Im really loving the SDS imports right now.I carry the WW2 clone SDS it just fits like a glove.
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SDS has impressed me. Forged frame and slide. Very good 1911. I also have a Colt 1911 and a WW2 Ithaca made in 1944 and I would take that SDS in to battle without a second thought (with the others also)
we just grabbed 2 sds imports Tisas 1911s.
she chose the duty version: beaver tail, extended ambidextrous grip safety....extended trigger, Novak sights.
I chose the 1911a1 us army. I freaking love it. I was issued basically same sort of pistol in 1987. Jeez, I like it so much, Ive been carrying it.
That is a fine collection. Excellent video as always.
Thanks Bill.
Thanks for your post. In the mid-1960s I carried a WW2 era 1911 while on watch aboard ship serving in the far east; one year patrolling the coast of Vietnam.
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JMB designed the 1911 as an evolutionary development from earlier models of semiautomatic pistols. The design is so simple that a bumbling car mechanic could take an inoperative parts collection and turn it into a solid, reliable shooter. A guy whose brother I worked for brought in a nearly unidentifiable 1911 that was mostly assembled. It has an aluminum frame with El Monte, CA stamped at the lower end of the grip frame, and a Remington - Rand slide. The recoil spring was in place, but so mangled that it bound the barrel and slide when trying to cycle the action. I was known to have a collection of assorted guns and so John asked if I could possibly get the pistol to hold together and shoot. I told him that even though I had no experience with the 1911s, I'd be happy to help if I could. The barrel bushing seemed to be loose, so that weekend, I went to a local gun show and found a guy selling 1911 parts. I bought a recoil spring and bushing for $8.00 & $4.00. Got the parts home and reassembled the slide. The replacement bushing was more solid and the good spring allowed the slide to glide over the barrel. Next came the grips. The bushing threads were stripped. Since the pistol was not about to be perfect, ever, I came up with a plan to secure the grips to the frame. I mixed up a bit of JB Weld and put it on the threads of each bushing. Put them in the holes in the grip frame and let them set for a day. That did the trick. Put the panels on and gave it a try. It felt really good and tight. I tried to insert the magazine and it travelled a short distance in the well, then stopped. I was certainly baffled, using a flashlight to look for the problem. There it was. The JB Weld had formed four little rings in the well. A gentle filing and they were flush with the well's inside walls. I took the pistol to work and gave it to its owner. He was very impressed with the now functional pistol. He asked if I had test fired it, and I told him that I had no ammo. He pulled out a box of old hardball ammo and put three rounds in the magazine, handing it over to me. I was confident in the pistol and loaded the magazine and racked the slide. POP POP POP. Worked flawlessly. John was elated, as was I. He originally expected to have to sell it for nothing, but when it came back to him in working order, he decided to keep it. That was a bit under thirty years ago and I haven't been in touch with the guys. John might still have the old slabsides in a toolbox.
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I love the 1911 platform. I only wish I had gotten one sooner that I did. lol. Great vid Sir!
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Thank you & thank Batjac JW too
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Nice collection! Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
I carry one for decades. And I'm going back to another one! Oddly a lot of older guys, like myself, that I know went to poly guns, as I did. But, the 1911 just calls us back!
Best to ya',,,,as always!
Thanks Walter.
I managed to pick up a Thompson's auto ordnance 1911 when I was stationed at ft Bragg,it was awesome and original,I just swapped the barrel with a match grade.
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@@Icarryone I happened to be there when a WW2 marine was trying to pawn his service pistol,the guy was low balling him,so I asked him if he was a marine,he said yes ,I told him I was a paratrooper and gave him $700 for it.
i got a rock island armory 1911 a few years back ,it looks almost like those you had in front of you
There are several companies making retro GI models these days.
I stopped carrying my Colt Combat Elite as my daily carry, and re built a Rock Island G.I. Into a total badass but I retained the origional look with Authentic Colt Parts, and Match barrel and hand fit bushing.
Idea for the next videos. The history of the Browning Hi Power and CZ 75 and it's notable copies.
Sorta did that on the CZ75 already. It's somewhere on my channels video list.
Very good presentation!
I have held a 1913 model 1911 and posted a vid on it. Great vid brother!
Thanks ZEUS.
I have my uncles 1911a1 colt he carried throughout ww2. I have his full rig. Belt holster medical pouch and 2 clip mag pouch. He was a lt colonel in the FSSF in Italy and Southern France invasion. He was awarded the silver star in Italy for the LA defensa Mt attack in Italy in 1943. The pistol still retains 98 percent of its parkerised finish. Thanks for the video
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"Who knows, I might just return them someday" haha! Theres the classic ICarryone laugh line I was waiting for....😄.
On another note, beautiful service pistols that fought for our freedom, thx for this video. I would love one of those war beauties. I have the 10mm double stack Rock Island that I absolutely love! Shoots amazing & nicely balanced for the round it dispenses!
I also have a RIA 1911A2 - lots of 10mm firepower.
Stumbled on your channel and watched a few. Very informative, precise and the quips are entertaining 😂. The "Truth about Glocks" had me in stitches. I carry a G19 daily because that's what was issued to me on the job. (It's what I'm used to) I owned a Para warthog many years ago, but sold it. I picked up a used Colt Government model a few years ago and it came with a Colt Ace II 22 lr conversation kit. Absolutely love it!! I do carry it from time to time. There's just something about a classic 1911 that exudes nostalgia and makes you appreciate a century old design. Keep up the great work!! Definitely subscribing to your channel!!
Thanks - and welcome aboard.
Love me some 1911 handguns. Thanks for showing your WW1 1911's , icarryone !!!!!!!!!!!!!
My pleasure Jerry.
Thanks for sharing a look at those beautiful old pistols
My pleasure Jim.
If you watch carefully at :42 seconds in, you will note the shiny spot on the side of the 1911 behind the slide stop. In 1987, I bought a Remington Rand 1911 A1 with the same shiny spot. Upon research I discovered that the spot was caused by a lot of carry in a military holster. The flap stud had a piece of leather sewn over it to prevent metal to metal contact, but it wore shiny spot in the finish.
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BATJAC J.W sure a has very nice collection.
BATJAC J. W
@@JW...-oj5iw Sorry ! My bad😞
@@Jerry-Parker ... No apology necessary. Are you subscribed to his channel, now? He and ICO did a video of making a video in the AZ desert. Looked like they enjoyed themselves.
@@JW...-oj5iw Thanks for the support.
When I was 10 (1960) my dad was given a 1911 that had been in a fire but the damage was superficial. With new springs and cold blue it shot like new. He was in it about $10. I loved to hold it (I shot it some too) Then I heard about Armand Swenson and Kings Gun Shop and how they improved these cheap, plentiful guns. I bought a WWII pistol for 100 bucks and began my education in improving the 1911--it responded well to all my homemade parts and I began to be known as a "45ACP guy". These days all the things I did are commonplace and cheap. I can still tweak a troubled 1911 into a sweetie and enjoy it as much as ever.
Yep, know exactly what you mean.
Great review, Sir.
I appreciate the history lesson on the 1911s.I will try to buy one of these classes. My dad and grandfather was in military service and they remember them. David Back from Menifee county Kentucky.
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Such an awesome historical gun. There's a reason it's still around to this day
Agreed.
@@Icarryone how much is Colt 1911A1 in America? My father have two Colt 1911A1, he bought two because we are two siblings.
Thank you for making this video. I love the 1911
My pleasure!
Nice video - thanks for the great history lesson! Any day is a good day when you get to learn something new. :)
Thank you.
Are those 1911's blued or parkerized? I really love those wear marks.
They have the original military Parkerized finish - the application process actually varied somewhat over the years.
Good history on the life of the 1911. We need all the American history we can get these days as it seems to have gone by the wayside in schools.
Sad but true.
Always great to see your videos, thank you for sharing and educating!
Entirely my pleasure.
So cool these simple 1911s.
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Always will be my favorite
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My first 1911 Colt .45 came to via my grandfather who served in WW1. He also served in a reserve status during WW2 as a training officer at the U.S.M.A, West Point, N.Y. In between the wars he served as a captain in a occupying force under Gen. Mac Arthur on Luzon, P.I. in the 1930's. This pistol was by his side throughout his entire military career. Now, it is mine, now serving only as a home protector. I have added several other 1911A1 of more modern manufacture to use as sporting and target equipped sighting. Love 'em all! Especially a "Gold Cup NM" by Colt.
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Those 1911 a1 and gold cup are not Colt, they r made by Walther, its aluminium. You talk about.22lr right ? I was going to buy one myself but ....
I want one!! LOL. I really do. Maybe one day. Awesome great video thanks for sharing. Thumbs up. Please stay safe & well.
Thanks Thomas.
nice short history lesson BUT I was hoping for a little info on the pistols themselves... who manufactured them, how they were obtained.
That's a topic for an entirely different video.
もう何年も前ですが、海上自衛のとある基地の入り口で警備にあたる隊員が、腰にこれを下げていたのを覚えています。
はい、米軍はかなり長い間、治安部隊と警察の両方に多くの1911ピストルを発行しました。 （1945-1970）
I just bought one of the Springfield Armory's Defender series Mil Spec 1911A1's NIB for 457 dollars. I've run 505 rounds through it over the coarse of two range trips having cleaned it once after 308 rounds without a single malfunction. Probably the best deal I've found on a firearm to date.
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Same here. Flawless and spectacular. And love the finish.
I have four and as far as I'm concerned these are still as good as it gets. One hit from these is worth three from a high capacity but smaller caliber pistol
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Great info.... Thanks....
My pleasure Bobby.
Still very valued model in Mexico! A real jewel especially the 38super
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Awesome video. I only have one. Wish I could get more.
You and me both!
Hi its good to know that 1911s were a part of military.campaigns from 1910 to 1950s. But you did not mention its part during the Philippine campaign on 1911 to 1920 were US Military forces also used it in the bloody suppression of Moro warriors.
I did briefly mention what are commonly referred to as the "Banana Wars." The Philippine action against the Moro's is just one such example.
Great history.
Thank you.
Real nice program I have a WW1 Colt made in 1914,and a WW2 Remington Rand and Colt slid on a Golden State frame. I'm 68 now and since my youth I always had at least one 1911. My favorite pistol.
Yep, same here. 👍
My every day carry it served my country USA well
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Loved it when I was in service.
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Colt .45 1911 pistols are the best sidearms and and battle tested firearms and strong
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Awesome《☆》I have a 627 Taurus Tracker as well. I replaced the ribber grip with custom wood grips👍🛎Nice collection of 1911s there & fantastic history. As much as I'd love to get an original govt gun I'm really happy with my 2016 Rock Island Commander M1911 A1 ms🌴:*:🌴Greetings from Florida🖖🤓🏈
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Excellent info thanks
good history and nice Of Batjac to loan them out although he may regret it now lol
What 1911's? 🤓👀!
Those sure are some beauties. You can tell how spoiled we have gotten with our modern white dot and fiber optic sights compared to the original sights
Yeah, I think we've all become a little spoiled.
Gosh those 1911’s are beautiful! Something classy about a worn GI pistol. 🤠🇺🇸👍🏼
Yes, there is just something about a firearm that has actually been carried into battle.
Each one more beautiful than the other.
Indeed. 👍
American history no longer provided to young students now a day. Thanks for the excellent history lesson.
My pleasure!
What he meant by the 1911 was first tested in combat in Mexico in 1960
1916 - Mexican Punitive Expedition (US Military vs Pancho Villa)
Where can I find one like yours?
These days, examples like the ones featured in this video are both rare and expensive. Your best bet is to consider buying one of more recent manufacture.
I own several "modern" firearms, but my 1911 .45 GI model is by far my favorite weapon. A beautiful piece of firearm history in my hand that just feels perfect and goes bang every time
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Hopefully, I misunderstood something I think I heard you say. It seemed that you implied there were other handguns beside the m1911, m1911a1, and the snub nose .38 revolver. Hopefully, I misunderstood you.
I may or may not have said that - other than that, my attorney must be present before further questioning.
The whole story about Pancho Villa is correct sir, except that the Mexican revolution started in 1910 and ended in 1924. Good history lesson though.
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ive got a ww1 colt 1911 made in 1913. every part is original but always wondered about the grips on mine. mine are fully checkered like yours, not double diamond. do u think they are not original grips? i was always told those all had double diamond grips
Actually, the most common grips on this era of 1911's were the KEYS style grips. (All checkered.)
I was wondering where could one get access to authentic ww2 1911a1s for purchase also amazing video and love the history🇺🇸
Auctions (Gunbroker.com) are a good resource.
@@Icarryone Thank you for the recommendation I wish you and your channel the best
I'm planning to buy a 1911 replica (because owning a gun is illegal in my country), so I wanted to ask: have plain wooden grip pads ever been produced for serial 1911s?
All I see irl have embossed pads, yet out of available replicas all the embossed pads are either plastic (yuck) or wooden, but too bright.
And if plain pads are not historically realistic, do you perhaps know a way to make a wooden pad darker? Perhaps there is an easy way to, I know some reenactor did so, but I don't know what he used.
Try searching for 1911 grips online. There are actually a number of manufacturer's who make darker wood and/or synthetic grips.
Some things are just created right the first time, as goes the 1911,Mr. Browning was ahead of his time, mechanical Genius of firearms!!!
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God I love these guns. Works of art!
Agreed! 👍
Sir Very nice Gun.?
Sir Howmach each Price of a Gun?
On the collectors market these sell for around $2,000.00(+) each.
I can pick up a 1911 with a 1919 frame and a 1941 slide and barrel. It's not uncommon to see these guns that guys tried to "upgrade". I know it hurts the value, but do you think $900 is a fair price for a gun like this in good cosmetic shape?
Yeah, that would be at about 1/2 price.
I have a 1917 made Colt. Shoots great, but stout trigger on that one. It’s one of my “unicorns”. I only shot 50 rounds through it.
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i picked up my ww1 colt 1911 for $125....still have it and still shoots great
@@samcuratolo3885 wow, I paid 1000.
@@ScottAT of course that was in1987
@@samcuratolo3885 ahh, inflation.
Not big numbers to some folks but I just added the sixth 1911 to my personal carry group ( only one at a time ) needless to say I'd bet my life on a 1911 . Thank you John Moses Browning truly a stroke of genious at least in this old mans opinion.
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I have a great Taurus Beretta clone but I almost always reach for one of my three model 1911s. Ones a Colt other two are from Springfield all in GI configuration. The new ones from I think ¢Turkey are calling my name😅😅😅
Very cool!
If a 1911 won't put a smile on a man's face, nothing will.
Fact!
My dad was a WWII vet. Wish we had discussed this fine weapon.
That would have been an interesting conversation. 👍
Great video on the best gun ever made the 1911 - Hands down the best Sir and with the upgrades and superior hand fitted ones make the 45-40-9-380-10mm-38super- the best weapons on the planet when enhanced to superior performance or if u buy a Wilson combat Dan Wesson - nighthawk-midrange to high-end sold 1911 and yes i carry 1 the Remington double stack recon 1 commander 45 acp that Clark custom did there accuracy package on making this already good 1911 into a breast of a shooter this 1911 replaced my Glock 19 for everyday carry - train well be Safe - Another GREAT Video from the Gun Master of GUNS !!! 1911 RULES THE GUN WORLD WHEN DONE RIGHT !!!
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I remember back in the 1970s gun shows colts 1911s were going for 100$ or less ,the 45 acp become popular in the late 1990s and today it's tops
Times have certainly changed.
Kindly send that 1 piece of 1911 to me.although it is old, vintage and antique kind i a still love it so much.
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The 1911 has one core strength, it remains a functional firearm even after all these years. Obsolete it may be, but it's far from useless or harmless, never make that mistake.
Obsolete? Since when?
Make a video on 1911 r 1 limited
Sorry, I don't have one of those available.
I have a few different manufacturers and I like my Springfield Armory the best i carry 185 grain hollow points game over
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A COLT 1911 is the 1st handgun i ever shot. What a comfortable experience, despite its powers
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Thats the only government i can trust
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Those are beautiful.
I think so too!
Thanks
1911 pistols give me the warm and fuzzies!
Yeah!
Those are beauties, thanks. I have my dad's WW2 M1911A1 (Colt's, 1942). I think I'll go give it a kiss..
Excellent idea - show the love!
I'm jealous,ha ha !!
How much 1911 colt ww1
Very effective!!!! Yup.
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可以翻譯成中文嗎，3Q謝謝
我不知道該怎麼做。對不起。
My Dream gun is 1911 either ww1 or ww2
Yeah buddy!
i got 2 colts but in 22lr
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I have a ww2 1911 that my granpa used in ww2 as a medic on normandy beach and later in france.
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@@Icarryone he killed nazis with it.
Great vidio. I wish all the young folks, gun lives and not would take time to watch your short, informative vidio. How bout some more 10 MM vidios for this old timer.