I'm loving my Tank Commander. Just grabbed it out of the box and unscientifically went to town. Took it to a match dominated by striker fired pistols and left with a smile on my face.
My first and unfortunately my only 1911 (so far) is a Tisas one just like that, but the gov't size. I did not want to spend a lot for the first one. Wow, this was so worth it. About $420 and well worth it. Never had a malfunction, it is very tight and would highly recommend it as a range toy or just to get introduced into the wonderful world of 1911's
I just bought the Tisas Tank Commander 9mm based on your reviews. Very nicely built. Very solid and easy to disassemble and reassemble even for a novice like me. Now, to get it out to the range!!!
Fantastic review, I love the 1911 and the Commander balances and points perfectly in my hands. I wish Creakote made a coating that matched that deep Winchester bluing I grew up with, but I love their parkerized look too.
I love how you present the inexpensable but reliable pistols that are on the market. This is great because a lot of people who are washing your presentations don't have a lot of money right now and would like to have either for sales defense or recreational uses. Thank you.
Absolutely the best review on this 1911 I've seen. You covered everything I wanted to know. Sounds like swapping out he sights is a no-go. I'm sure there are some creative ways to handle it, etc. Thanks for all the great content. Love your channel.
Excellent video. I don't know if this applies to 9 mm models, but on the 45 acp, the closed end of the spring should be placed to the rear, and the open end to the front.
@@GBGuns Yes 'em. I've been watching your channel for some time now. I found out bout Girsan from you as well. Now I own one. (1911 MC Match, in 45 ACP. Two toned, no less.) IMO, they kinda smoke a lot of other 1911/P-35 manufacturers. Quality is top notch. (Although they do use MIM parts.) I like the fact that the frames and slides are forged, not cast, like so many others are.
I went and purchased a Tisas 1911 Bantam two months ago. I did my research but was still worried as it was relatively expensive for Tisas 1911's. It has been fantastic thus far, a fun shooting gun, no issues as of yet.
My go to carry 1911, just .45acp instead. Swapped the mags out for some Wilson Combat 47D mags and Wilson Combat wood grips. Parts are hammer forged. Solid 1911 for the money!
Good & chilly last night. Been running the heat a little here & there lately.did the normal vac,clean up & filter change. Kicked on for a while earlier this am. Open window time again now. That storm came trough & rinsed the pollen & crap out of the trees. Nice day for it. Enjoy.
Seems to be a nice, quality made 1911. I see nothing to complain about here! Though there are many younger shooters who have NEVER even tried out the 1911, that still "Hate it" nonetheless!
The island of lost chamber flags is located two miles north of the island of misfit toys. The abominable snowman collects these things because he's ,well, weird.
Just pressed send on that last comment .. I started typing it ,got a phone call,decided to listen to a friend talk at me while driving to the local convieiance store(type of guy that you can sit the phone down for 10-15 minutes & do something else & pick it up & hes still going)wanted some Good coffee,a couple beef hot dogs that were looking pretty good & I don’t normally eat them but figured what the hell…otw back saw a neighbor riding around on his mower I talk to him a couple times a week at that same store. We’re both on the same coffee schedule sometimes. He turned 80 the other week. His job in the army was driving a tank. I don’t go to his house & hang out or anything but that’s going to change. I’m going to leave him a note in the mailbox or give it to him at the store one morning & tell him to come over to our place and have a cup sometime. Just me & my 10 year old daughter living back in the woods. His ears are shot as you can imagine. He’s a big guy to have been climbing in & out of a tank but that’s how the cookies crumbled in his situation. I will save this video & turn on the captions for him.ask him if he had a side arm anything like that one.. don’t know if you don’t ask. I have a few 1/2 ass. ” ranges “around the house here. Plenty good enough to stay familiar with he sights on the guns I shoot most often. He might want to do some plinking.?. Doesn’t seem to have much family or anything. No telling what kind of guns he might show up with in his trunk if he’s still interested in guns. I ll let you know if he shows up & if he has any of his old army stuff left. Have a good one G&T.
Got to look into the nosler match rebranding thing. Read the article about the shooting while moving training class you & T recently attended. You mentioned a certain brand of ammo in that article. Can’t remember name of it right now but will be looking & listening to what you guys have to say on the subject. Good stuff & good work. Thank y’all for your work ,time & knowledge.
No need tl worry about quality on Turkish pistols from the major mfrs. While they might not always be polished, their reliability and materials will often be top notch. Canik, Sarsilmaz, Tisas and Girsan.
Since it's already an all steel "Commander" size, which I love, & now made in America, hopefully Tisas's next move will be to make a Commander size 10 mm. I would be buying that in a heart beat. No one seems to make a 4 1/4" 1911 in 10 mill' & I don't know why.
I don't think these are made in America. I think the answer to your 10mm question might be because they just don't sell. I understand that there are real 10mm fans out there, but in general way more poeple talk about it than shoot it, otherwise we'd see 10mm guns and ammo all over the place.
@@GBGuns I'm pretty sure Tisas is now manufacturing their pistols in Tennessee. Alot of 10mm fans out there, most major companies now make one. I love 1911's, just want a Commander chambered in one. Don't like plastic pistols at all. EAA makes their wonderful, basically a CZ clone 10mm Witness. I have an old compact one, but still prefer a 1911 platform.
Nice fairly compact 1911 C. Going to order one from Palmetto State $370. Also ordering from Midway USA the Wilson Combat flat wire spring, Wilson Combat Titanium Firing Pin, Ed Brown Ejector, and WC Elite 10rd magazine. PEACE
Thanks GB. I don’t have a 1911 yet. Or a GP. Funds..always something. It’s all good. Learning about 70series and anything else is helpful .like a good honest review of guns & your one of the best imho. I like the Tisas brand for a good value based gun & the Garrison GI model caught my eye a while back. I’ll figure it out & get my first one eventually. I might change my mind & get a k100 you suggested but the X caliber is what I’m leaning towards for my 1st. Something different. Saw a new strobag (sp? )Came out recently .haven’t checked it out yet but want to look at least. Check out the zenith HK m5 clone. Take it easy
Question, Is the frame and slide the same size as a 45cal 1911? For instance for recover tactical picatinny covers you can get. This would be great for a truck gun or garage gun (yes garage) but I’d like a light on it for night time in the garage or in the truck. Thanos
I would like one that is full size, ambi safety ( southpaw here), and tritium sights. In 38 Super although I could fit a 38 barrel in the 9mm and then have a convertable.
have a 45 tanker model nothing wrong with 9 I have a rock island full size in 9mm just wanted to let everyone know if you go to a full guide rod. The recoil spring that came with my tanker would not go on the guide had to get a standard spring from wolf springs big difference
It's should be noted that the drop safe issue has been tested and is extremely rare at best if cocked and locked. They've literally drop tested the series 70 off buildings and they wouldn't misfire.
I just can't get used to a 9mm 1911, especially with a 10rnd cap. The only single stack .45 1911 that I'd like from Tisas is their Zig M1911 (stainless) Government Model. Having a mil-spec 1911 is great for its historical value, but I love double stack 1911's. There's just something about the SAO trigger and the big honkin' steel frame that makes 1911's awesome. The Rock Island Ultra FS HC (16+1) in 10mm that I own is definitely my favorite. You reviewed one a LONG time ago Graham....your opinion was a deciding factor for me....do you still have it?
It's not cerracoat, it is all parkerized with manganese phosphate. The hardened before machined means that it does not leave burrs on the steal and is generally a more expensive machining process. Great review, thanks.
The only time I've seen parkerization anywhere near this smooth is only 70 year old pieces with a lot of wear, and it didn't have that satiny color. I'm fairly confident this is cerakote.
Hornady hollow points are my preferred in all Calibers, but have recently found Fiocci Defense Dynamics, that aren't horrible...... but I honestly haven't looked into the ballistics of either in 45, thanks for the insight
We might do a video on it someday, but .45 ACP really loses energy in barrels shorter than 5". I'm sure some modern hollow points are designed to perform from shorter barrels since very few people carry a 5"
It's interesting that Tisas has recently changed from their plastic grips (which were shit - trust me) to wood grips, and changed the "names" of their full size and commander model pistols along with it. The full size GI now is called the 1911 A1W ( the w is for wood grips iirc), and your particular gun was just the "tanker" before. Either way, they're solid guns for the money. Just weird how they chose to change the nomenclature.
@@vinceruland9236 same. I have the full size "service" model, and I love the looks. But, I use the Magpul TSP grips if I'm range shooting, or for the rare occasions that I take it on road trips or camping.
Küçük boyutları ile diğer orjinal 1911 lerin içinde çok güzel gizli taşımayada uygun harika bir silah olmuş eyer bu silah Tisas tarafından ülkemizde yapılıyorsa neden Türkçe tanıtılmıyor? Ve ayrıca MKE yok yada varmı bunları da öğrenmemiz lazım dahası tetiği tek hareketlimi çift hareketlimi şarjörü çift sıra fişek alıyormu bunların firma olarak tanıtılması gerekiyor
I know this is made a year ago but is anyone having trouble with the clips I can only fit at most 7 rounds in the clip can anyone help also with the clip in the slide is very difficult to release I’ve cleaned and oiled it and it’s still has the same result
We don't measure trigger weight because after 270+ guns reviewed and 16 training courses I've discovered that unless the weight is under 3lbs or over 12lbs it really doesn't matter, what matters is the feel. I've encountered lousy 3lb triggers and excellent 12lb triggers.
Thanks. We tend not to mention prices because they can change but the video can not. We've also had UA-cam think we're selling wheb we mention prices. When the GBGUNSDEPOT.COM article comes out it'll have prices and links.
@@GBGuns I did however have a small issue with the Ruger. The mim front sight broke off while I was shooting. Ruger did sent a new one and this is not a uncommon problem. I however didn't reinstall the new Ruger sight but opted for a forged milled white dot instead. It's a sweet shooting gun but a forged gun will definitely outlast it.
When shooting ANY 1911, you are supposed to rest your thumb on top of the safety, thus preventing you from accidentally re engaging the safety while shooting!
Old School here...I'm going after one in .45ACP as that's what the 1911 was designed to be. 9mm needs to be a Higher Capacity weapon. This will be my 3rd Tisas 1911A1 variant purchase. Overwhelmed with their Quality , Price and Performance thus far. Next..overall well done video. Downside..info accuracy. " The Back Housing has a hump in it" well Duh..one of the many Design Changes that separates the 1911 from the Model 1911A1...since 1924..its called the Mainspring Housing. The Eyelet. That is called the Barrel Link or Rotating Barrel Link...the 1911 is Toast without it in working order.needs to be Inspected for cracks or Link Pin walk periodically. The End Piece.. that is called the Recoil Spring Cap or Plunger. Care must be taken to avoid under pressure eye injury or part loss while installing. Education is great , as long as the information and nomenclatures are dead accurate.
One thing about your comment however. The main spring housing is the back housing, the rotating barrel link is an eyelet, and the spring cap is indeed the end piece. We don't bog folks down with nomenclature because, especially these days, the majority of viewers are new to 1911s. Burying them in nomenclature that isn't always sensical to a non-1911 person is how you push people away from, not towards this great platform. You'll also see that in our range videos we don't over-dramatize with tactical movements or lingo despite our pedigree. We're trying to help more people enjoy their civil right and a wonderful hobby, not push folks away.
That Barrel does have a feed ramp as a part of it which means it is very close or is a closed chamber gun which would make it more than likely that you can shoot plus b and plus P plus 9 mm in that firearm. The series 80 was only and only four the ability to sell the firearms in the state of California because for some reason when you drop the 1911 from 68 ft and it falls perfectly on its muzzle on concrete, it won't even do it on Blacktop, but on concrete, the inertia imparted to the firing pin can make it go off. Let me make this clear. If you're falling off of the seventh story of a building and you fall onto the concrete you're going to want that gun to go off and put you out of your misery. The 1911 when properly assembled is drop safe. If it wasn't there would have been such a human cry about how dangerous that firearm was by 1940 that it would have been eliminated from existence. Can you put damaged Parts into a firearm or wear it out to a point where it is no longer drop safe, you can do that with almost any firearm. But the 1911 does not have a problem with being not safe when you drop it. The way that that round sets in that chamber, it is more than covered by the internal structure of that brass and that is for all intents and purposes a fully supported chamber. If you're worried about it, take 223 brass and cut it down make sure you trim the inside of it and use it for your 9mm brass and load that. You will have to make your loads a little bit lighter because there's less room inside the case but you can make some really hot loads that will not burst. One other warning I would like to give those people who like to play with 1911's, the most useless part or accessory I have ever seen put on any 1911 ever is a full length ride Rod they are utterly useless on the 1911 design. They provide nothing of value except problems.
Colt designed the Commander as a 9mm in 1949 and put it into production in 1950. In 1970 they started making it with a steel frame - it's the gun copied here - and called it the Combat Commander - in 9mm. Zero guys were surprised by my 9mm Combat Commander in the 70s. You might want to look into upgrading the old men you listen to and adjust your thinking but that's up to you. Fudds are timeless and there are no age restrictions.
@@Ni999 I am well aware of the history of the 9mm in the 1911 platform. I was a small arms instructor in the Navy when we transitioned from the 1911 to the Beretta, and instructed course of fire on both concurrently. I personally have no affinity for one over the other, as my 1911 in 38 Super will attest. As for me “listening to old men”, I have found that listening to them you will learn a great many things that can keep you from making terrible mistakes, but you have to temper that with your own personality and sense of right. Thanks for the reply though👍
it doesn matter so much with standard 1911, but anyone releasing a slide like you just did on a custom will pretty much ruin a balanced trigger. slides slamming fwd while chambering a round are buffered by the action… doing it empty is a bad habit.
@GBGuns I don't believe I'm wrong. 1911 frames are pretty standard. Go look at any 1911 parts retailer and look at grip safeties. They come in standard and 'flared' or 'beacertail' configurations.
I do want to add that I liked your video. It was well produced, and your oral presentation flows smoothly and articulately. The trouble with being lazy and quick to comment is that I unintentionally came off as being to curt. My apology. I enjoy 1911's and am greatly impressed with Tisas quality, and I enjoyed your review very much.
@@yankeeastronomer1927 Thank you and no worries, I'm just trying to help. As I understand it the "beavertail" is the section of frame that extends from the tang beyind and under the hammer. It's primary purpose is to protect the user from hammer bite, and in some cases they can help guide a slightly-errant draw. The Beavertail also distributes some of the recoil into the web between the thumb and pointer finger which is why I prefer broaders ones. Wider beavertails have more surface area and so the pounds per square inch of energy delivered into the hand is more broadly distributed resulting in less perceived recoil. In the extreme of a very narrow one it can become a pain point as it drives into the hand.
@GBGuns yes I see where you are coming from and agree with the purpose of a broad, flared feature to reduce hammer bite. In my experience, I have never seen the frame, particularly the tang, extended and flared in that manner. It was always the grip safety that was extended and flared. Beavertail was always a style of grip safety. I fear I am turning into an obstinate old man. I was attracted to this video because I am a 1911A1 addict. I currently own a Stainless steel Colt Govt. Model. As well as two Tisas 1911s. A 'Service' model, and a '1911A1 Army' model. Due to the current state of affairs, I'm thinking I should have a 9mm on hand, in case .45 ammo becomes scarce. But I just love a .45, and I am going to add the Tank Commander to my collection soon. With Tisas prices, I can buy two! Problem solved!
Article with specs and pricing: www.gbgunsdepot.com/post/tisas-tank-commander-9mm-1911
I'm loving my Tank Commander. Just grabbed it out of the box and unscientifically went to town. Took it to a match dominated by striker fired pistols and left with a smile on my face.
Graham has such a freaking manly but well spoken voice, it absolutely fits these gun videos so perfectly...
My first and unfortunately my only 1911 (so far) is a Tisas one just like that, but the gov't size. I did not want to spend a lot for the first one. Wow, this was so worth it. About $420 and well worth it. Never had a malfunction, it is very tight and would highly recommend it as a range toy or just to get introduced into the wonderful world of 1911's
I just bought the Tisas Tank Commander 9mm based on your reviews. Very nicely built. Very solid and easy to disassemble and reassemble even for a novice like me. Now, to get it out to the range!!!
Just bought mine today took it to the range put 100 rounds through it with no problems I love this gun! Very accurate!
I'm really hooked on those Tisas 1911s.I compare them to potato chips,,you can't have just one. lol
Fantastic review, I love the 1911 and the Commander balances and points perfectly in my hands. I wish Creakote made a coating that matched that deep Winchester bluing I grew up with, but I love their parkerized look too.
This is a clone of the Colt Series 70 Combat Commander from the 1970’s. Sweet.
The i have the exact same gun , A1 Tanker and i love it . It just function endlessly.
I have a few of these Tisas 1911's. I love them. All good shooters and would buy them again without a second thought.
I love how you present the inexpensable but reliable pistols that are on the market. This is great because a lot of people who are washing your presentations don't have a lot of money right now and would like to have either for sales defense or recreational uses. Thank you.
We've always done pur best to cover all and any pistol we can get our hands on
A very good looking, classic looking 1911. The Tisas can't be passed by at its price. Good video and review.
Great review. Very informative and complete. Thanks
Absolutely the best review on this 1911 I've seen. You covered everything I wanted to know. Sounds like swapping out he sights is a no-go. I'm sure there are some creative ways to handle it, etc. Thanks for all the great content. Love your channel.
Thank you.
I like how these have the small hammer and small beaver tail. Very cool
Excellent video. I don't know if this applies to 9 mm models, but on the 45 acp, the closed end of the spring should be placed to the rear, and the open end to the front.
got one two years ago love it !!!!!
Looks like a lot of gun for the money, thanks for the video Graham Baates!
I first heard about Tisas, on your channel! They never fail to impress. Especially for the money. Hard to beat, for sure. Thanks for the share!!
You must have been with us a long time! Back in 2016 we were one of very few talking about them.
@@GBGuns Yes 'em. I've been watching your channel for some time now. I found out bout Girsan from you as well. Now I own one. (1911 MC Match, in 45 ACP. Two toned, no less.) IMO, they kinda smoke a lot of other 1911/P-35 manufacturers. Quality is top notch. (Although they do use MIM parts.) I like the fact that the frames and slides are forged, not cast, like so many others are.
I went and purchased a Tisas 1911 Bantam two months ago. I did my research but was still worried as it was relatively expensive for Tisas 1911's. It has been fantastic thus far, a fun shooting gun, no issues as of yet.
Wonderful gun, enjoy with alot of ammo.
My go to carry 1911, just .45acp instead. Swapped the mags out for some Wilson Combat 47D mags and Wilson Combat wood grips. Parts are hammer forged. Solid 1911 for the money!
That’s a great looking 1911, and I like the wood grips. Very cool. Enjoy those open windows; we are! 🙌🏻
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Good & chilly last night. Been running the heat a little here & there lately.did the normal vac,clean up & filter change. Kicked on for a while earlier this am. Open window time again now. That storm came trough & rinsed the pollen & crap out of the trees. Nice day for it. Enjoy.
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I think I got the scammer blocked again...
Great video Sir! 🫡👌🏻
One fer the Algo, thanks for all the hard work y'all ! Keep up the excellent, world class content guys! 😎🤘👍
Thank you!
Seems to be a nice, quality made 1911. I see nothing to complain about here! Though there are many younger shooters who have NEVER even tried out the 1911, that still "Hate it" nonetheless!
You guys should do an updated video on what guns you carry and why.
Saw the video and ordered one from Bud's. Thanks
The range video with magazine and ammo compatability will be out in the coming weeks
The island of lost chamber flags is located two miles north of the island of misfit toys. The abominable snowman collects these things because he's ,well, weird.
I've heard they run a cartel with the sock gnomes
Where is the island of 10mm sockets and ar pins?
Just pressed send on that last comment .. I started typing it ,got a phone call,decided to listen to a friend talk at me while driving to the local convieiance store(type of guy that you can sit the phone down for 10-15 minutes & do something else & pick it up & hes still going)wanted some Good coffee,a couple beef hot dogs that were looking pretty good & I don’t normally eat them but figured what the hell…otw back saw a neighbor riding around on his mower I talk to him a couple times a week at that same store. We’re both on the same coffee schedule sometimes. He turned 80 the other week. His job in the army was driving a tank. I don’t go to his house & hang out or anything but that’s going to change. I’m going to leave him a note in the mailbox or give it to him at the store one morning & tell him to come over to our place and have a cup sometime. Just me & my 10 year old daughter living back in the woods. His ears are shot as you can imagine. He’s a big guy to have been climbing in & out of a tank but that’s how the cookies crumbled in his situation. I will save this video & turn on the captions for him.ask him if he had a side arm anything like that one.. don’t know if you don’t ask. I have a few 1/2 ass. ” ranges “around the house here. Plenty good enough to stay familiar with he sights on the guns I shoot most often. He might want to do some plinking.?. Doesn’t seem to have much family or anything. No telling what kind of guns he might show up with in his trunk if he’s still interested in guns. I ll let you know if he shows up & if he has any of his old army stuff left. Have a good one G&T.
Got to look into the nosler match rebranding thing. Read the article about the shooting while moving training class you & T recently attended. You mentioned a certain brand of ammo in that article. Can’t remember name of it right now but will be looking & listening to what you guys have to say on the subject. Good stuff & good work. Thank y’all for your work ,time & knowledge.
I've seen this brand of 1911 at a descent price but was worried about quality. Your review has put my concerns at ease. Really enjoy your reviews!
No need tl worry about quality on Turkish pistols from the major mfrs. While they might not always be polished, their reliability and materials will often be top notch. Canik, Sarsilmaz, Tisas and Girsan.
Getting the nickel .45 one in tomorrow...can't wait
I love mine never had a problem with it never had a jam it's right on point it's actually perfect but of course I got the 45
Since it's already an all steel "Commander" size, which I love, & now made in America, hopefully Tisas's next move will be to make a Commander size 10 mm. I would be buying that in a heart beat. No one seems to make a 4 1/4" 1911 in 10 mill' & I don't know why.
I don't think these are made in America. I think the answer to your 10mm question might be because they just don't sell. I understand that there are real 10mm fans out there, but in general way more poeple talk about it than shoot it, otherwise we'd see 10mm guns and ammo all over the place.
@@GBGuns I'm pretty sure Tisas is now manufacturing their pistols in Tennessee. Alot of 10mm fans out there, most major companies now make one. I love 1911's, just want a Commander chambered in one. Don't like plastic pistols at all. EAA makes their wonderful, basically a CZ clone 10mm Witness. I have an old compact one, but still prefer a 1911 platform.
I like mine, it's a .45 though. Sweet looking pistol. Shouldn't drop the slide on an empty chamber.
Tisas means Quality😎
Thanks for the video.
This is sick
Nice fairly compact 1911 C. Going to order one from Palmetto State $370. Also ordering from Midway USA the Wilson Combat flat wire spring, Wilson Combat Titanium Firing Pin, Ed Brown Ejector, and WC Elite 10rd magazine. PEACE
Wow, I have a RIA .45 acp with the 4.25" barrel, I would love to add this one in my collections, so where can you find them at?
I like the cerakote on that looks great 👍
Agreed. All the feel of old parkerizing.
Thanks GB. I don’t have a 1911 yet. Or a GP. Funds..always something. It’s all good. Learning about 70series and anything else is helpful .like a good honest review of guns & your one of the best imho. I like the Tisas brand for a good value based gun & the Garrison GI model caught my eye a while back. I’ll figure it out & get my first one eventually. I might change my mind & get a k100 you suggested but the X caliber is what I’m leaning towards for my 1st. Something different. Saw a new strobag (sp? )Came out recently .haven’t checked it out yet but want to look at least. Check out the zenith HK m5 clone. Take it easy
Tisas is using titanium firing pins in this model as of mid-2023.
Really? Ordered the Wilson Combat Bullet Proof firing pin, etc..
Does this have screw in grip bushings that can be removed to replace with slimline grip screw bushings?
Wow I was just looking at that one
Question,
Is the frame and slide the same size as a 45cal 1911? For instance for recover tactical picatinny covers you can get. This would be great for a truck gun or garage gun (yes garage) but I’d like a light on it for night time in the garage or in the truck. Thanos
I would like one that is full size, ambi safety ( southpaw here), and tritium sights. In 38 Super although I could fit a 38 barrel in the 9mm and then have a convertable.
The sights on theee are taller than typical GI right ? Are they like this in all tisas GI style models or onky tank commanders
have a 45 tanker model nothing wrong with 9 I have a rock island full size in 9mm just wanted to let everyone know if you go to a full guide rod. The recoil spring that came with my tanker would not go on the guide had to get a standard spring from wolf springs big difference
I can not wait to review all new Desperado witch same gun 38 super 9mm all polish chrome.
Do you know when it will be available? I’m also waiting on it.
Got the full size Service in 9mm with the Stainless Barrel and love it. 👍
Turkey products are solid value. 👍😎
It's should be noted that the drop safe issue has been tested and is extremely rare at best if cocked and locked. They've literally drop tested the series 70 off buildings and they wouldn't misfire.
I just can't get used to a 9mm 1911, especially with a 10rnd cap. The only single stack .45 1911 that I'd like from Tisas is their Zig M1911 (stainless) Government Model. Having a mil-spec 1911 is great for its historical value, but I love double stack 1911's. There's just something about the SAO trigger and the big honkin' steel frame that makes 1911's awesome. The Rock Island Ultra FS HC (16+1) in 10mm that I own is definitely my favorite. You reviewed one a LONG time ago Graham....your opinion was a deciding factor for me....do you still have it?
Yes, we still have that mega-blaster
I also have the RIA 1911 A2 45 HC 13 + 1 (10 in CA) . Quite accurate and very reliable.
Good video
hello I have tisas 1911 A1 9 mm , I wonder tisas tank commander's mainspring house and hammer fits to 1911 A1 9mm???
It's not cerracoat, it is all parkerized with manganese phosphate. The hardened before machined means that it does not leave burrs on the steal and is generally a more expensive machining process.
Great review, thanks.
The only time I've seen parkerization anywhere near this smooth is only 70 year old pieces with a lot of wear, and it didn't have that satiny color. I'm fairly confident this is cerakote.
@@GBGuns ... Go to tisas and check out their description... It says manganese phosphate.
Preciosa ,igual que la 1911 a1 las dos me encantan pues soy un apasionado de las 1911.saludos desde españa
So good they went out of business
Yes, but Star is out of business
Very nice looking pistol, I actually prefer my XDS 45 3.3 in my carry rotation
I carried the same gun until I started paying attention to ballistics. Make sure you've got ammo designed for sub-optimal barrel length.
Hornady hollow points are my preferred in all Calibers, but have recently found Fiocci Defense Dynamics, that aren't horrible...... but I honestly haven't looked into the ballistics of either in 45, thanks for the insight
We might do a video on it someday, but .45 ACP really loses energy in barrels shorter than 5". I'm sure some modern hollow points are designed to perform from shorter barrels since very few people carry a 5"
@@GBGuns I would be very interested in that
Definitely another awaited post for several of us, thanks for the consideration 👍
The only Tisas gun I own is the Fatih in .380, it's accurate and eats every kinda .380 ammo I've ran through it.
It's interesting that Tisas has recently changed from their plastic grips (which were shit - trust me) to wood grips, and changed the "names" of their full size and commander model pistols along with it. The full size GI now is called the 1911 A1W ( the w is for wood grips iirc), and your particular gun was just the "tanker" before. Either way, they're solid guns for the money. Just weird how they chose to change the nomenclature.
They likely changed names to indicate the newer changes
@@GBGuns true, just seems odd.
The Tanker has WW2 style sights and a spur hammer, the Tank Commander has slightly taller, serrated sights and a proper ring hammer
Yeah, the plastic grip panels were terrible. But it was accurate to the WWII pistol. I put used GI plastic grip panels on mine.
@@vinceruland9236 same. I have the full size "service" model, and I love the looks. But, I use the Magpul TSP grips if I'm range shooting, or for the rare occasions that I take it on road trips or camping.
What weight is the spring ???? Is it the Colt spec 14lbs. ????
I don't know, but I doubt it. This shoots MUCH nicer than a Colt
@@GBGunsThank you, Sir. Great channel, great research !!!!! 🙂
So it's cerakoted, not parkerized?
Yes, according to Tisas.
@@1straightcut a lil disappointed
That's strange that it came with Mec Gar mags because I got the full size and came with really low quality Check Mate mags
Of topic but do you plan on reviewing the sds vp12 shotgun. It looks interesting to take vepr mags
That's up to our Patrons
This hammer comes down substantially less than the spur hammer correct ? Meaning less chance of getting bit
I think they technically travel the same distance, but the end is less close to your hand.
@@GBGuns ok. Thanks
Küçük boyutları ile diğer orjinal 1911 lerin içinde çok güzel gizli taşımayada uygun harika bir silah olmuş eyer bu silah Tisas tarafından ülkemizde yapılıyorsa neden Türkçe tanıtılmıyor? Ve ayrıca MKE yok yada varmı bunları da öğrenmemiz lazım dahası tetiği tek hareketlimi çift hareketlimi şarjörü çift sıra fişek alıyormu bunların firma olarak tanıtılması gerekiyor
magazine capacity ?
I know this is made a year ago but is anyone having trouble with the clips I can only fit at most 7 rounds in the clip can anyone help also with the clip in the slide is very difficult to release I’ve cleaned and oiled it and it’s still has the same result
Trigger pull poundage on this, GB?
We don't measure trigger weight because after 270+ guns reviewed and 16 training courses I've discovered that unless the weight is under 3lbs or over 12lbs it really doesn't matter, what matters is the feel. I've encountered lousy 3lb triggers and excellent 12lb triggers.
In 9mm 1911s it is preferable to have the ramp lengthened for correct operation. Try it and let us know.....
We've already run this gun with at least eleven different loads: ua-cam.com/video/Xt5C8oFg4eE/v-deo.html
Tisas i Like this pistol
anyone recommend a holster for this specific gun?
Any Commander-sized 1911 holster should fit. The rest is personal preference.
Why aren't there Turkish subtitles? Can you do this?
Do you have to be a law enforcement to get this firearm?
No
@@GBGuns oh.
Well done as usual Graham. Sorry if I missed this, but did you mention price range?
Thanks. We tend not to mention prices because they can change but the video can not. We've also had UA-cam think we're selling wheb we mention prices. When the GBGUNSDEPOT.COM article comes out it'll have prices and links.
@@GBGuns Understand...thanks!
Damn. My Ruger Sr1911 was over a $1000 bucks and the entire thing is MIM except for the Slide,barrel and bushing :(
MIM these days isn't as bad as people think (they're stuck in the 70's) but that is a lot of money for a Ruger. I hope it performs well for you.
@@GBGuns I did however have a small issue with the Ruger. The mim front sight broke off while I was shooting. Ruger did sent a new one and this is not a uncommon problem. I however didn't reinstall the new Ruger sight but opted for a forged milled white dot instead. It's a sweet shooting gun but a forged gun will definitely outlast it.
Is this only for law enforcements?
No
+p is fine according to their website
9 mm tanker, commando, 19 ll
Sounds like you're doing a work out
My asthma was pretty bad that day.
When shooting ANY 1911, you are supposed to rest your thumb on top of the safety, thus preventing you from accidentally re engaging the safety while shooting!
Correct
Thank you for this review. Just ordered mine at budsgunshop
Old School here...I'm going after one in .45ACP as that's what the 1911 was designed to be. 9mm needs to be a Higher Capacity weapon.
This will be my 3rd Tisas 1911A1 variant purchase. Overwhelmed with their Quality , Price and Performance thus far.
Next..overall well done video. Downside..info accuracy. " The Back Housing has a hump in it" well Duh..one of the many Design Changes that separates the 1911 from the Model 1911A1...since 1924..its called the Mainspring Housing.
The Eyelet. That is called the Barrel Link or Rotating Barrel Link...the 1911 is Toast without it in working order.needs to be Inspected for cracks or Link Pin walk periodically.
The End Piece.. that is called the Recoil Spring Cap or Plunger. Care must be taken to avoid under pressure eye injury or part loss while installing.
Education is great , as long as the information and nomenclatures are dead accurate.
One thing about your comment however. The main spring housing is the back housing, the rotating barrel link is an eyelet, and the spring cap is indeed the end piece. We don't bog folks down with nomenclature because, especially these days, the majority of viewers are new to 1911s. Burying them in nomenclature that isn't always sensical to a non-1911 person is how you push people away from, not towards this great platform. You'll also see that in our range videos we don't over-dramatize with tactical movements or lingo despite our pedigree. We're trying to help more people enjoy their civil right and a wonderful hobby, not push folks away.
That Barrel does have a feed ramp as a part of it which means it is very close or is a closed chamber gun which would make it more than likely that you can shoot plus b and plus P plus 9 mm in that firearm. The series 80 was only and only four the ability to sell the firearms in the state of California because for some reason when you drop the 1911 from 68 ft and it falls perfectly on its muzzle on concrete, it won't even do it on Blacktop, but on concrete, the inertia imparted to the firing pin can make it go off. Let me make this clear. If you're falling off of the seventh story of a building and you fall onto the concrete you're going to want that gun to go off and put you out of your misery. The 1911 when properly assembled is drop safe. If it wasn't there would have been such a human cry about how dangerous that firearm was by 1940 that it would have been eliminated from existence. Can you put damaged Parts into a firearm or wear it out to a point where it is no longer drop safe, you can do that with almost any firearm. But the 1911 does not have a problem with being not safe when you drop it.
The way that that round sets in that chamber, it is more than covered by the internal structure of that brass and that is for all intents and purposes a fully supported chamber. If you're worried about it, take 223 brass and cut it down make sure you trim the inside of it and use it for your 9mm brass and load that. You will have to make your loads a little bit lighter because there's less room inside the case but you can make some really hot loads that will not burst.
One other warning I would like to give those people who like to play with 1911's, the most useless part or accessory I have ever seen put on any 1911 ever is a full length ride Rod they are utterly useless on the 1911 design. They provide nothing of value except problems.
1911 and 9mm in the same sentence…..old mens heads are exploding at that revelation 😂
Yup, I don't think Browning and Luger would have liked it, but in the modern age it just makes sense.
Colt designed the Commander as a 9mm in 1949 and put it into production in 1950. In 1970 they started making it with a steel frame - it's the gun copied here - and called it the Combat Commander - in 9mm. Zero guys were surprised by my 9mm Combat Commander in the 70s. You might want to look into upgrading the old men you listen to and adjust your thinking but that's up to you. Fudds are timeless and there are no age restrictions.
@@Ni999 I am well aware of the history of the 9mm in the 1911 platform. I was a small arms instructor in the Navy when we transitioned from the 1911 to the Beretta, and instructed course of fire on both concurrently. I personally have no affinity for one over the other, as my 1911 in 38 Super will attest. As for me “listening to old men”, I have found that listening to them you will learn a great many things that can keep you from making terrible mistakes, but you have to temper that with your own personality and sense of right. Thanks for the reply though👍
@@subvet694 Thanks for your service. Really confused by the disconnect in your two statements so I guess that's just me and we can leave it there.
When can you review the Tank Commander in 45?😊
If we get our hands on one we'll review it.
@@GBGuns 🤞
Looks like that beavertail hurts
it doesn matter so much with standard 1911, but anyone releasing a slide like you just did on a custom will pretty much ruin a balanced trigger. slides slamming fwd while chambering a round are buffered by the action… doing it empty is a bad habit.
It doesn't have a 'beavertail'. It is a standard 1911 configuration grip safety.
I think you might be confused as to what a beavertail is. It has nothing to do with the grip safety and is part of the frame design.
@GBGuns
I don't believe I'm wrong. 1911 frames are pretty standard. Go look at any 1911 parts retailer and look at grip safeties.
They come in standard and 'flared' or 'beacertail' configurations.
I do want to add that I liked your video. It was well produced, and your oral presentation flows smoothly and articulately.
The trouble with being lazy and quick to comment is that I unintentionally came off as being to curt. My apology. I enjoy 1911's and am greatly impressed with Tisas quality, and I enjoyed your review very much.
@@yankeeastronomer1927 Thank you and no worries, I'm just trying to help. As I understand it the "beavertail" is the section of frame that extends from the tang beyind and under the hammer. It's primary purpose is to protect the user from hammer bite, and in some cases they can help guide a slightly-errant draw. The Beavertail also distributes some of the recoil into the web between the thumb and pointer finger which is why I prefer broaders ones. Wider beavertails have more surface area and so the pounds per square inch of energy delivered into the hand is more broadly distributed resulting in less perceived recoil. In the extreme of a very narrow one it can become a pain point as it drives into the hand.
@GBGuns yes I see where you are coming from and agree with the purpose of a broad, flared feature to reduce hammer bite. In my experience, I have never seen the frame, particularly the tang, extended and flared in that manner. It was always the grip safety that was extended and flared. Beavertail was always a style of grip safety.
I fear I am turning into an obstinate old man.
I was attracted to this video because I am a 1911A1 addict. I currently own a Stainless steel Colt Govt. Model. As well as two Tisas 1911s. A 'Service' model, and a '1911A1 Army' model. Due to the current state of affairs, I'm thinking I should have a 9mm on hand, in case .45 ammo becomes scarce. But I just love a .45, and I am going to add the Tank Commander to my collection soon. With Tisas prices, I can buy two! Problem solved!
I thought this was a .45 caliber
Comes in either caliber.
"Teeshash"?
"Tea-sash"
You might be hacked!
A contribution toward a new Russian built tank aimed at us.
What are you talking about?