I own two 1911's. The one I bought in the early 70's that was my carry pistol when I was a Deputy Sheriff and the 1911 that my father carried in WWII. His 1911 was made by Remington in 1942. My dad passed away in 1974 at the age of 65, so every year on his birthday, I takeout his 1911 and fire 65 rounds through it. Give it a good cleaning and oiling with Wilson Combat products and put it back in storage until the next year. I also own a Smith & Wesson Model 19 and 29 that I purchased back in the 70's. At my age (almost 74) I do not need any other firearms. Well, except for my two shotguns. Nice video.
@@fjb4932 It would be nice to live in a society that wasn't So Afraid of EVERYTHING. I was in a gas station getting a fountain drink the other day, and the straw was too long, so I took out one of my knives and cut off about 3 inches of it. The lady beside me looked at me like I was something she scraped off her shoe.... It's a TOOL, people, calm down already!🙄
@@SierraBravo347 EXACTLY ! Not to play Top This, but i used to drive truck and went in for my DOT physical. Sitting in the exam room with my EDC knife in my front pocket with little more than the clip showing. Female nurse comes in ans starts vitals, etc and notices the clip. She freezes, turns pale and her voice changes pitch as she asks "Is That A KNIIIFFEE ! ? !" I looked down and saw the knife clip and said "yes". Without a word she slowly backed away from me, whirled, and then darted from the room. Confused, i sat there for a minute or so until the Doc comes in. I explained what transpired and the Doc said she was afraid of knives. So, about two months go by and i'm delivering several packages to the same office. 4-5 of the office workers gather around to see what came in, one grabbing a pair of scissors to open the boxes. I offered to open them and pulled my knife. All of them BURST out laughing and as i stood there w/a confused look on my face, they giggled as they explained that if Susan ( the exam nurse ) was to see my knife she would have run from the room screaming ! I told my story about the encounter i'd had with her and they had a good chuckle too. Said she was paranoid about guns, knives, etc. The poor snowflake. Bless her heart. Good thing she didn't know that i'd taken off my pistol and holster and left it in the vech. before i went in to the exam ...
@@TherenDusk I agree either an affirmative safety, like a 1911 or none. I shot an MP shield the other day with a thumb safety that both me and my buddy struggled with.
Carried one in NAM used it often. It has incredible nock down power and gets ones attention, which I can testify to. It never failed me. Wish I was permitted to use it when I worked for NYPD
The 1911 is a warriors weapon. Warriors constantly handle, clean, and practice with their weapons and equipment. Also, the 1911 comes from the bygone era of wind-up watches, Zippo lighters, and other household items that required daily, weekly, and monthly upkeep.
Accuracy, grip, and trigger feel are BIG advantages with a 1911. Depending on personal preference, weight and steel construction may be factors. You are spot on regarding maintenance. A 1911 does require more. A basic field strip and cleaning every few hundred rounds will keep a 1911 in great running condition. Your tips regarding oil/CLP application in between those times is handy information. Good video!
I've had personal experience back in Fairbanks, AK in 1989 while stationed there in the Army with a Colt Combat Commander (personal weapon) falling and landing on the hammer with the barrel pointed at my chest with a round in the chamber and the safety off. After a deep breath and a Thank you, God and Thank you John Moses Browning for being a design genius, I never stressed over a Condition One 1911 ever again.
It was a Series 70. But yeah, that was my point. I totally agree. Even with the thumb safety off there were still plenty of other safeties in place. So after that experience I never worried a bit about carrying Condition One and it is the only way I'll carry a 1911.
I've never viewed cleaning of a 1911 as a chore. It's a chance to bond with something that might one day save my life or the life of my loved one. Small price to pay if you could consider it a price at all. I have the same feeling of pride after cleaning and polishing that I do when I lay a coat of carnuba on my ride. It should never be considered a chore when you love what you own. More on point, well done brother for this video. Presented factually and accurately. From one vet to another.
I own a 1911, this handgun has always been my first choice, I guess because it’s the first one my dad handed to me and also I like the feel and power behind it. Never really understood why some people don’t like it, but this video explains a lot. My dad also taught me all the points you make in this video. Semper Fi! 🇺🇸
Agreed. AND if it sucked so bad, why to all the glock guys use the 1911 trigger as a compliment. "Dude my Glock trigger job feels like a 1911 now!" 1911's set the standard for how a gun should feel and shoot.
@@daves5765 I actually own Glocks, but they are Far from "Perfection". They do a job and serve a purpose. But for a Nice shooting experience, you can't beat a 1911. The only reason anyone hates on it is because mag capacity, and the dreaded thumb safety, neither of with I have issue with. It's a matter of training to use a manual safety, and Shot Placement....with is Very easy with a 1911! 👍🏻
The best discussion/description of the 1911 that I have seen online. It should come as no surprise that you are a former Marine. More than anything we did in the Corps, we were taught, and we learned to instruct. "In the proudest traditions..." and all that.
I'm a little older than you. That's how our Drill Instructors taught us. There's no such thing as an "EX-Marine." Former is how we were taught to say it. Semper Fi
The Commandant of the Marine Corps came out with a directive a few years back that made the proclamation that Marines that served honorably will always be a Marine. Semper Fi guy’s. Sergeant 2nd Bt 7th Marines 79-83
Man what a great video. I learned more in the last 15 minutes than anything ever! I’m just getting into the 1911 because I think it’s something every man should experience. It’s so much different in your hand than anything else. Thank you for your service and your videos.
You’re so right. I was really worried about my new 10mm Ronin with malfunctioning. So this weekend I took it to the woods and blew 650 rounds through it. Right around the 200 round mark (350 total through the new gun) I noticed I was shooting with no issues. The remaining 450 rounds were a dream. Slide is now buttery smooth and much easier to work. Tight tolerances out of the box might deter some noobs.
People have a false sense that a good gun doesn't need care and maintenance. I wonder how those same people's cars, houses, and personal hygiene are doing...
Brad Bowers What gets me are those who never lay drop lube after thousands of rounds. The other myth is a "mil-spec" gun is one that doesn't need cleaning after thousands of rounds. I'm in the military and I was taught to always take care of guns. I don't know where all that rubbish about the military not cleaning a gun determined a gun's reliability came from. Especially from civilians.
OCTurboJoe so are you still driving around in an old model "t"? Adjusting the timing with the little lever on the side as you drive? Dropping the oil pan every couple of hundred miles to put new leather bearings on the crank shaft? Of course not. My grandfather told me when he was young(1930's) that to drive to a town 80 miles away he would bring at least 2 spare tires and extra points and crank bearings. Now vehicles go a hundred thousand miles without a tune up, tires are rated for 60,000 miles and there's oil rated for 12,000 miles. When HK blew away the 'upgraded' 1911 in the OHWS trials it was averaging over 6,000 rounds between stoppages and had examples that ran over 15,000 rounds without a stoppage. Do you think any version of your 1911 could ever do that? I have every bit of faith my HK can.
OCTurboJoe there are so many misconceptions out there. For one the ar does not have to be so clean. With the right powder in the cartridge, just lube the bolt and go. Don't believe me? Look up the filthy 14. Documented ar abuse.
Michael Lindquist hey if you like playing with dirty guns, thats up to you, same gies for the automobile.Treat it with Respect. Thats just being spoiled apparently, I want everything and i want it Now generation perhaps.
GenesisPlanet in not sure how that applies? I'm not saying I like playing with dirty guns, I just don't accept that a gun should have to be coddled to stay functional. I don't think 'reliable if kept clean and oiled' is reliable. I also think the are many firearms these days that are way more reliable. And as far as your want it all, want it now comment I don't even know what you're talking about so i find it hard to respond
I'll be honest, I recently bought my first 1911 which is my first handgun. I've ALWAYS been a 1911 fan, but you sir have definitely taught me a bunch I didn't know. You got a like and a subscribe from me!!
@@althompson7314 negative. You can hold a properly functioning 1911 with two fingers and shall cycle fine. If yours do not - they need fixing. This is in fact one of the tests I run on any 1911 that I build or modify. Even officer models run like this, if springs are properly balanced between hammer, recoil, and magazine.
There are those who by 1911 GI and bad mouth about hammer bite sight slide release and so forth they always compare it to glocks but they dont know much about 1911 specially the GI which is meant to that way without the bells and whistle i want to buy a GI and upgrade it and with a little tweak with a gunsmith in the barrel just for the type of bullets
My dad was on Guadalcanal and World War II he said the 1911 save them his name's on the World War II Memorial John S c a l e c a he received a Bronze Star two purple hearts an oak leaf cluster saved a man's life he swore by the 1911
New 1911 owner here, RIA “the Rock” in .45. Thanks for all the great info about how to use and maintain this beautiful piece of history. I’ve got a couple of striker fired pistols for other applications, but I just love handling and shooting the 1911. It shoots so smooth and soft, I call it the “marshmallow gun”. 👍
I love them all! I'm a gun guy, and if you are a gun guy then there is a list of classic firearms that you should own. The 1911 is very near the top of that list!
I was given my Dads 1911 that he had custom ordered from Springfield when he was on the Army's pistol team in the 60's. It has not been fired in thirty years, and I was thinking about sending it to Springfield to be checked out and maybe restored. my Dads 87 and he might have one or two magazine,s left in him. I checked the serial #, and he order it in February 1956 after serving throughout Korean war.
Kenneth Burkman now that’s a beautiful family 1911 story. They’re more than just guns, they’re pieces of history and a work of art. Keep it and pass it down to your children, it’ll be part of your family forever.
Awesome story! The last thing I got to with my father before he passed was to go shoot his early 1950’s Colt 1911 that he got from his uncle. My college age boys were with us. We all have Colt 1911’s. I now possess my fathers 1911. It will be my oldest sons someday. Love the 1911.
Dude, I know this is an old video. But thank you. I am a glock guy and recently dusted off a SW 1911ES (CCO) that I bought 10+ years ago and rarely shot. I am now considering carrying it (I live in NJ and am restricted to 10 rds anyway). This is the most comprehensive, simplest overview of 1911 use and maintenance I have seen. I never adequately practiced the draw and riding the safety and am going to do that a few thousand times dry before I carry (which thankfully we can now do in NJ).
1911 is my favorite pistol. I tried one at the range years ago and had to buy one (years later). You showed the proper way to hold the 1911. I was used to other pistols. Makes sense now. Thanks for this!
Great vid. I was a wheel gun guy for decades, then was given a 1911 stainless Springfield mil spec, as a gift. Reliable, easy to handle, and very accurate. It's now my CCW. Thanks again.
The people of this generation don't realize that you should take care of their property rather than replace it if it breaks. I grew up during the vacuum tube era of TV's. If the TV stopped working we would take out the Tubes that might be broken, take them to the local Radio Shack and put them in the tube checker to find the broken tube. Once found we would buy a replacement and go home and replace the tubes and the TV would work. That particular TV lasted for 10 years and it was good. No cable, just rabbit ear antennae.
I cannot tell you how many people I have seen grip a 1911 with theyre action hand thumb on that mag release groove...its astounding!!!! I suggest to everyone new to guns that they lead on a 1911 because it sets you up for perfect grip no matter the platform! Great video brother!!
Thanks man. A lot of people don’t know how to use the 1911 platform, and have seen issues or had issues in the past due to lack of knowledge on the system. I’m just trying to help out.
Armed & Steady Firearms Channel The High Standard Victor is basically set up as a left handed pistol with controls set on “my side”. I took it shooting and a guy I knew was actually scared to shoot it because he was “concerned” for the brass ejection. It ejects normally to the right, I don’t think I’ve spoken to him since.
I think you guys must have deformed thumbs. I don’t ride the safety. Never have. Never had any issues. No one I know that has and shoots a 1911 has ever had that problem. Honestly, in all of You Tube, this is the first video I’ve seen that makes an issue of it. Is this something you hear about often? I’m not being sarcastic. I’m surprised. I thought I had heard it all.
Well shit...I went and took a closer look at some of the more well known 1911 guys on You Tube (like Larry Vickers) and I’ll be a monkey’s uncle; he’s riding the safety. I need to rethink my life... 🤯
Your views on 1911 have been the most helpful on the internet just received for Father’s Day a model 01070M45 in brown finish. As a former Marine from Vietnam, thanks, thanks again
Awesome video. I just became a 1911 owner. I’ve always been a Glock, but now I love both. I’ve been reading up on the history of 1911 and have big time respect for the invention and Mr. Browning. The only thing I will say is that some are really expensive but now they have affordable 1911’s under $500 such as Tisas, SDS, Rock Island, ATI, etc... lots of fun shooting. 1911 is an awesome gun. 💪🏽👍🏽
10 years in the Navy and I never once experienced a failure from a 1911. But they were all professionally maintained. I do believe you are correct about the lazy owners comment.
I appreciate you going over how to oil the 1911. Though I was in the military, I carried a Beretta M9 (and other guns) but our maintenance was to breakdown the entire weapon and do a thorough cleaning every time. I know I have to oil my 1911 but it's not shot much so I always feel like I'm going overboard for something that is in its case most of the time. When I bought my pistol, I went with it instead of a Beretta because I love the trigger on the 1911.
Mark Accomando your dad was right The finest fighting handgun ever made I’ve carried my stock colt commander for many years Never let me down. From another old paratrooper
Thanks, I learned something from you. I'm a Navy Veteran, I have several 1911A1 I had a feed problem, because of the scratch on the ramp to the chamber I thought it was an Ammo problem, but after conversion with at least 10 people, I went to ball Ammo. But watching this video you made me realize it's NOT the Ammo, it's the Magazine !! I looked at all of my 15+ Magazines and low & Behold I had "Had" 3 Mags with that Strange extra tongue piece exactly like the one you showed. I'm not even going to check the results at a range because you explained it so well I know your right... all my others are Wilson Combat Mags . THANK YOU !!! R/Steve PS I noticed your kid making a little noise while you were making the video, it didn't bother you one bit. You are a great dad too, so I subscribed and Liked 👍 😊 😀 Thanks again.
I have my GrandDad’s 1911. The lady at the Colt factory said that from the serial number it was likely manufactured in 1923. Its therapeutic to send a few hundred rounds down the range then clean and oil it.
I found my first in a pawn shop in 1982 that has a 5 digit serial number. Made in 1913. I LOVE that gun, but I carry a kimber or griffin to save the old man for my grandkids.
I'm a first time pistol owner and decided on the 1911 after lots of research. Looking forward to becoming proficient with it and this video has helped in the hands off techniques. Thanks for the teachings.
Treat it like a tool. We never argue that a 3 or 16 in screwdriver are made for the same job. Firearms are much like that. I have many hammers too. Train, and keep your mind and body healthy. Feed the Spirit before the flesh. Stay safe.
I moved from the car tuning world into guns, and totally agree with this. Something about mechanical movement and smooth metal on metal contact is very soothing. Sometimes to wind down from work, I'll grab a beer and go clean one of my handguns.
@@cuzz287 only because you won't listen to the proof. Just the fact that 1911 needs 3 different mag configurations to support HP versus RN versus WC bullets should tell you how narrow the margin of reliability is. Or the fact that 1911s will not work reliably with magazines longer than 10rd (and even those can be finicky) while Glocks run stupid happy sticks. Or that you have to marry your 1911 to a magazine and ammo combination, wheres Glock can be reasonably expected to run pretty much anything with any random factory mag picked from a box.
I have and my bic lighter didn’t make it 25 feet down when it hit concrete after coworker didn’t catch it from overhead crane cab he needed it. I had to bum a light the rest of third shift. The only glock I would like is a model 18 for fun at the range
I fell in love with the Colt 45 when in the Army in the 1970's. Carried one EVERY day for years. Went to a higher capacity 9mm (CZ-75) for a while. But went back to a RIA government model. In my opinion, it is the best combat handgun ever designed.
Armed & Steady Firearms Channel I picked up a government size Ruger sr1911 this summer..put about five hundred rounds through it after putting a few Wilson combat(quality 1911’s and parts) accessories on it and have carried it every day since. Hate to ramble on but if you have a chance give the Ruger a shot! It’s funny you mention the state restrictions because I’m from Massachusetts with a ten round restriction 😏I couldnt help but choose the 1911 to be by my side
Ruger makes a quality firearm! I own a GP-100, Mark II pistol and a 10/22 rifle. Only ever had minor feeding issues with the Mark II pistol. Ruger fixed it and sent it back ASAP!! Great company! Same quality service from Springfield Armory... They reworked my GI model 1911 after many years and a few thousand rounds of service.
Being an avid 1911 fan this is one of my favorite 1911 videos out. Short, sweet and to the point on addressing the bias some have against this great gun.
I was a glock guy, I got a Colt .38 Super. I still carry the glock because I have not trained enough holstering and unholstering the 1911. But as soon as I feel ready that will be my carry pistol. The quality is just unbelievable. Super accurate. And waaaaay prettier.
3 Glocks, 3 M9s (like I was taught on, though I was shooting the 1911 as much as possible, and HK USP which I took to), a few HKs, only thing left are my SIGs and HKs, and my 1911s (SIG 1911 as well, almost did the tacops but went for the scorpion for the few extra features)
My father, retired air force, just passed away last week. He wanted me to have the 1911 and it's my very first gun. Ive been watching videos and history of the gun and also getting well versed in taking care of it. It's something I will cherish my entire life. Thank you dad and love you.
First thing.....thank you for your service! Im new to the 1911 game and your videos have helped me by getting straight to the point and being realistic. I'm a fan and subscribed. Keep up the good work man. Thank you 😁
I've had my 1911 for almost 20 years and when the springs get ganked up, i buy new ones from Springfield but I'll be trying out the Wilsons now, so thanks for the tip.
@@jonandrews9599 Don't forget that JMB invented the striker fire system as well. H&K manufactured the first polymer handgun. Gaston just took someone else's designs, made them look like a black brick, and payed a Hollywood producer to get a big ol' marketing rant (which was 100% false) into a movie so he could be successful.
(Heard this on another video) if they are arguing about the safety and functionality of a 100 year old fun that’s still being used today, the gun probably isn’t the problem
Spot on with the Wilson combat magazine recommendation! As an intermediate level shooter I would say my biggest struggles have come by way of my 1911 Range Master, including a few misfeeds from time to time. While still occasionally experiencing feed issues well after 1000 rounds I was about to give up on it until someone recommended I try the Wilson combat mags. Got a few of those new mags and zero misfeed issues since! What a difference. Now with your video I understand more why the stock mags sucked. Thanks!
What all these haters are forgetting is the 1911 was in military service for close to 100 years and it’s one of the most modifiable guns on the market because of its longevity there is so many aftermarket parts it’s silly
Ooh Rah Marine! Retired Gunny - air wing, who qualified on a 1911 in 1981. Spent 20 years in the wing never having to requalify. Since I retired I bought a shit load of wonder 9 striker fired handguns and hate them all. Considering going back to my roots with a 1911 in 9mm and probably a Bul Armory. Semper Fi, Ken
I have carried a 1911 for many years and I love them. People forget that when you service your weapons you are not only cleaning it. You are inspecting the weapon.
The 1911 was my issue weapon when I was an AG on an M60 team those many years ago. I own several pistols now as a civilian but only recently bought a 1911 and thought refamiliarization was in order. Excellent video, thanks.
Just brought a 1911. And this was the best video explaining what and the how of a 1911. Thank you bro. God bless you and your family and thanknounorbyour service!
Thank you so much! You have provided some great advice and insight from direct experience. Showing how to use the safety and hold the gun was great. Just what I needed.
Hey man I just bought a 1911 bc I love the guns and it’s my first and it’s intimidating but you explained it really well and I feel so much better. Especially since I already do some things right. Thanks for the information man and thanks for your service
Thank you for this video! Have been shooting 1911s for next to 50 years, and I am so glad to see a young man who knows this great weapon system, and knows it well! My sincere hope is that others, not acquainted with JMBs masterpiece pistol, will heed your advice and give this great weapon the respect and opportunity it deserves! BTW, just subscribed!
What people seem to forget is a 1911 is the perfect carry gun IF you train the most and take it seriously. 10 round 1911 .45acp mags by Wilson combat are great as well. .45 acp out of a 1911 is a little more accurate and with jhp you’re putting 1 inch holes. “Stopping power” doesn’t exists but if it knocks people down in body armor what do you think it will do without body armor? It’s not a magic round. But carrying a 1911 is for those who put the work in and it usually shows
Regan. Not true. I had never fired a gun and the first gun I bought and shot was a 1911. Loved the damn thing since I ever saw it and once I shot it I was in heaven. 😂😂😂
@@J10969 that's the point. I was speaking of the 1911 in general. People that have never used one say they don't like it. But once somebody shoots one, they love it.
I didn't like them because I first got to use one when I was 15 and didn't know jack about shooting. I limp wristed it, kept hitting the safety, etc and dismissed them as crap. God, I was dumb.
I clean my firearms like I have to hand them into the armory. The thoughts of some snarky jerk refusing me for the 15th time because of the tiniest speck of invisible dirt on their q-tip has been burnt in to my memory. ahhh good times
Ugh, weapons maintenance boys. Better pass the q-tip test. I hated that when I was in the army. I still clean my guns like that to this day. I clean them so well you wouldn’t even be able to tell they were ever fired beside the normal wear and tear.
Good gawd you people sound like a cult... yep you 1911 fanboys are definitely a cult. You worship your 100 year old technology and I will keep shooting my 18+1 9mm. There is a reason that almost all military and police forces throughout the world has made this obvious change.
@@jamesbarrick3403 the military switched to higher capacity because they: 1. Are involved in offensive operations in which they go after trouble. Civilians use guns only for defensive situations where they should get AWAY from trouble. 2. Soldiers use guns for laying down a barrage of cover fire. Civilians own every shot they miss with and can get sued for collateral damage. A soldier is more interested in spraying the vicinity to shoot his way out of an ambush. Civilians rarely encounter more than 3 assailants. Civilian defensive shootings generally are world's away from large scale military operations. Sorry to break it to you, most defensive shootings ate nothing like the "keyboard operators" would like you to believe.
@@jamesbarrick3403 I am glad you enjoy shooting your 9mm. The best handgun you could ever own is the one you like! I happen to like my 1911, So I shoot it often and am very familiar and comfortable with the way it operates. If you feel the same with your weapon of choice that is outstanding! We all may have different preferences, but at least we all have the one thing in common.. have a great day sir, and never give up your rights!
Hey Matt. Just wanted to say I’m new to the channel and I’m loving your content. Just picked up my first hand gun. Kimber 1911 custom II. Thank you for all the information. You rock! Also thank you for your service.
People who dismiss 1911s clearly haven’t spent enough time with one. The 1911’s trigger is often considered the gold standard by which all other pistol triggers are judged. Beginners especially tend to shoot better and more confidently with a 1911 because of this exceptional trigger. Compare this to the trigger of a Glock, which, while functional, can feel downright hostile-especially out of the box. Both pistols benefit from a break-in period: with Glocks, the trigger mechanism smooths out over time, while 1911s primarily need their slide-to-rail interface broken in. The key difference is that while the 1911 feels smooth and enjoyable to shoot even from day one, making break-in effortless, Glocks often feel gritty and uninspiring during this period. They might be reliable, but they’re far from enjoyable until that break-in process is over. Moreover, the 1911 is a brilliant tool for bridging the gap between gun enthusiasts and those who are skeptical or even anti-2A. Unlike the utilitarian, aggressive look of most striker-fired guns like Glocks, 1911s exude craftsmanship and artistry-rooted in a more refined time. Their aesthetic alone can change someone’s perspective, but more importantly, the shooting experience seals the deal. Bring an anti-2A person to the range with a Glock, and they might walk away unimpressed. Hand them a 1911, and they’re more likely to fall in love with shooting-and by extension, embrace the 2A. Another thing 1911s do better than Glocks and other striker-fired pistols is teaching beginners what a truly excellent trigger feels like. When people buy a striker-fired gun, they often chase that feeling by modifying and tinkering with it, wasting time and money to achieve the smoothness of a 1911’s trigger pull. With a 1911, the trigger is so good out of the box that new shooters don’t feel the urge to start swapping out parts immediately. This leaves them free to focus on what actually matters: shooting. The reliability myth surrounding 1911s is also overblown. A quality 1911 is reliable, and even budget models can be made just as reliable with the right magazines. Wilson Combat 47D magazines, for example, can make any 1911-regardless of price point-function perfectly. Once broken in, a 1911 with proper magazines will be as reliable as any polymer striker-fired gun. The break-in period isn’t a disadvantage; it’s an opportunity to get to know your firearm and build confidence, while enjoying the process every step of the way. In short, the 1911 is an ideal firearm not only for beginners but for shooters of all skill levels. It offers a smooth, enjoyable shooting experience that encourages practice and mastery, without the distraction of constant tinkering or aftermarket modifications. Whether you’re new to shooting or a seasoned expert, the 1911 remains one of the best choices out there.
Great video thanks for putting this out, I served in the Marines as well. Semper Fi. I did not know about the different types of magazines and what to look for as far as purchasing additional ones, now I do thanks to you.
I find cleaning guns to be very therapeutic... so long as the supply sergeant isn't staring over my shoulder. I love everything about the 1911 except the capacity, which is why I own a CZ. Same basic principle, but it holds 16 rounds of 9mm- best of both worlds for me. I'd rather hit someone twice with a 9 than once with a 45, BUT if my state decided it hated freedom and limited my round count, you bet your ass I'd trade in for a 1911 in a heartbeat. (Or maybe a s&w 686+ and a bunch of moon clips. I have a soft spot for revolvers)
Fellsbane 686+ is badass. A whole lot of watermelon killing in one package...😏. Same here with cleaning it’s relaxing for me, and I actually enjoy it....weird
Totally agree on the therapeutic part. Where I live we do need more capacity, so I solved the issue with an all steel Canadian Para 14-45 :-) Also heard Remington's gonna come up, or has already, with a double stack 1911. If the grip is alright for your hand size, give them a shot - no pun intended -. I can't wait to try out that 15-round Rem, already got a simple R1 and still have to see it fail at something, though granted, I always use factory ammo and mags with serious followers. Cheers mate, may you have a nice day!
Thanks for the vid. I always run a Glock 19 but when I shot a 1911, i was so impressed with the balance and the actual shooting experience. I absolutely love my Glock but it now seems like something for my sister after running a 1911 for a couple hundred rounds. Thanks for your help.
Excellent video! I am also ex-military and this was a great refresher course, just picked up the Rock Island Armory 1911 10mm and the Remington 1911 R1 Enhanced, I also love the 1911, they were a tradition in the military . I can't tell how many years I spent on Ft Bragg ( 7th SFG) with my trusty 1911 45 by my side, this was before they switched over to the 9mm ( showing my age LOL). Listen folks I understand and respect peoples opinion on the 1911, but in the long run it doesn't make a difference if it's a 1911, Glock or what ever, the best weapon to me is the one that saves your life!!!! Booyah!!!
Thank you for your service! I've always have had a 1911 of one make or another and have owned and shot other types of handguns, but my personal preference has always been for a 1911, it's a true warhorse that has served our troops longer than any other gun.
Cool channel man, you’re knowledgeable as heck and have the proper experience. You site your references and have numbers to back it up. Thank you for your service!
Great video Matt. I really appreciate you breaking down the system like this, especially going into my first pistol purchase. It’s good to know how to properly run the system before I commit.
At the end of the day I own both. A 1911 and Glock. 45 Acp and 40.cal and I've cared them both for years while being in law enforcement. I'm also a gunsmith on my free time.I love them both. And they both will give you the same results if not taken care of properly. One I noticed that no one mentioned is that the guy in this movie did not properly oil his gun. Some of the stuff he did was definitely unnecessary, and he forgot to oil the inside of the slide and frame rail that's wear 96% of the wear would be located because that's wats doing all of the work.
Been carrying the Glock 19 for the pass year and thought I would never carry anything else until I held and shot the 1911 and boy did I get the fever, started with the Citadel officer then the Colt commander Lt. and presently Dan Wesson Valor all in 45 acp, I’m a very happy camper when Dan is with me 😊
@King Savage you do realize that the safety on a 1911 prevents the hammer from striking the firing pin, right? Its safer to carry a cocked and loaded 1911 than a glock.
Just purchased a new Rock Island 1911. First thing I noticed was how tight a new 1911 is. I was issued a 1911 while I was a tank crewman in Germany in the 1970's. Those old 45's that were issued to us rattled like crazy after many years of solders being issued the same weapon. We had pistols that went back to WW2. I appreciate the advice of firing about 500 rounds to get my new 1911 broke in.
Dang…..Great video. Thank you. I feel like I’m more informed on 1911’s from this one video that the hours of other videos I’ve watch combined. I’m feeling more comfortable getting a 1911 and carrying cocked and locked now. I’ve always been a higher capacity guy, but I’m really getting interest in stopping power with 1911’s. Plus the 1911 is such a pretty firearm. Thanks again and I look forward to watching more of your videos.
1911's certainly do not suck. The reason I like them is the way they are made, meaning the features of the pistol. I like the way they operate and the feel of the pistol. I carry one 8 round mag in the gun and 2 more on my belt. I do not feel under gunned. Still on of the best guns of all time.
Thanks for the video. Although I've owned plenty of Glocks and other polymer pistols, I just purchased my first 1911 today, a Kimber custom. This video is very informative
Hated the 1911 because of its low capacity and weight. Shot my brother's 1911 .40 and I never looked back. I have my own 1911 in 9mm now and absolutely love it. I shoot it more than my hammer-fired SIG pistol. Thanks for sharing your views!
If you like Sigs and 1911s try out a SAO P-220 or P-226 if you can, I ended up getting a p-220 sao and I honestly shoot it better than my Colt government model.
I just bought that same RIA 1911 the other day.. Prior to this I’ve only used a 1911 once before and loved it. You’ve provided a lot of valuable insight into how to effectively run this platform to the point I saved and downloaded the video so I can reference it in the future
1911 by the numbers great vid Marine. I served in the Army 1980 to 1994andmy first side arm issued was a Colt ACP 1911 I fell in love with this fire arm immediately after discharging my first round and feeling the recoil. This is a no nonsense fire arm that does exactly what its manufacturedfor STOPPING POWER 1 to two 2 round knock down. Then the Army transistioned to the Beretta 92F and took my 1911 away from me. I dont care what the Armys logic was behind that mess I went out and bought my own 1911 Army issued side arm and carried that with me in an under arm chest holster. The 92F did very little to i still combat confidence on me. Ti this day the Colt 1911 is still my prefered side atm if I ever had to carry one. BTW I forgot about CLP lol you and I must have served in the military roughly the same years span. Great video Marine thank you for sharing and reeducating on this sincerely reliable firearm.
I own two 1911's. The one I bought in the early 70's that was my carry pistol when I was a Deputy Sheriff and the 1911 that my father carried in WWII. His 1911 was made by Remington in 1942. My dad passed away in 1974 at the age of 65, so every year on his birthday, I takeout his 1911 and fire 65 rounds through it. Give it a good cleaning and oiling with Wilson Combat products and put it back in storage until the next year. I also own a Smith & Wesson Model 19 and 29 that I purchased back in the 70's. At my age (almost 74) I do not need any other firearms. Well, except for my two shotguns. Nice video.
Nice guns . Respect to your father for serving . I’m sure he’s looking down every time you squeeze the trigger.
WOW! Beautiful story! Respect to your father & you!!!!
With all the respect , Would you Want to sell any of your 1911s? it would be an honor to acquire them specially your fathers. 🙏🏻
That's a moving story! (Makes me think of my grandfather who took me in & raised me like I was his own son!)
Awesome story and all due respect to you sir and your father
It cracks me up that people are scared of the cocked and exposed hammer on a 1911 but don't mind the cocked and hidden striker on the polymer pistols.
Bad Hand Jim a 1911 is always gonna look meaner than a plastic gun
1911 with functional grip safety is much safer than any Glock.
What they don't see, doesn't scare them ...
@@fjb4932 It would be nice to live in a society that wasn't So Afraid of EVERYTHING. I was in a gas station getting a fountain drink the other day, and the straw was too long, so I took out one of my knives and cut off about 3 inches of it. The lady beside me looked at me like I was something she scraped off her shoe.... It's a TOOL, people, calm down already!🙄
@@SierraBravo347
EXACTLY ! Not to play Top This, but i used to drive truck and went in for my DOT physical. Sitting in the exam room with my EDC knife in my front pocket with little more than the clip showing. Female nurse comes in ans starts vitals, etc and notices the clip. She freezes, turns pale and her voice changes pitch as she asks "Is That A KNIIIFFEE ! ? !" I looked down and saw the knife clip and said "yes". Without a word she slowly backed away from me, whirled, and then darted from the room. Confused, i sat there for a minute or so until the Doc comes in. I explained what transpired and the Doc said she was afraid of knives. So, about two months go by and i'm delivering several packages to the same office. 4-5 of the office workers gather around to see what came in, one grabbing a pair of scissors to open the boxes. I offered to open them and pulled my knife. All of them BURST out laughing and as i stood there w/a confused look on my face, they giggled as they explained that if Susan ( the exam nurse ) was to see my knife she would have run from the room screaming ! I told my story about the encounter i'd had with her and they had a good chuckle too. Said she was paranoid about guns, knives, etc. The poor snowflake. Bless her heart. Good thing she didn't know that i'd taken off my pistol and holster and left it in the vech. before i went in to the exam ...
I can hear your family in the background and it makes me smile. Teach the kids well and keep them safe my guy.
Either that or he is next to a playground lol
Same 😊
Gripping a 1911 is like shaking hands with an old friend.
Something about the grip angle that is just perfect for me! For me, at least, a natural point!
It really is. It feels good, welcoming
When I die I would like to have my 1911 in my hands! Old marines should have a weapon in their hand when they meet St. Peter.
@@CHICOB4261 How else will we find that the streets of Heaven are guarded by U.S. Marines?
I just put new grips on mine and that is exatly what it feels like.
I actually like taking quiet time and cleaning guns. It’s therapeutic to me.
Know exactly what you mean! Very relaxing!
Agreed. My Dad was a machinist and the smell and feel of oil on steel reminds me of my Dad,
When your daughter brings home her new boyfriend for dinner. Time to sit in my chair and oil the 1911.
Me 2
And you can tell the wife to wrangle the kids cause you know . chemicals .. Lol
The 1911 has held its own for over a century...there is a reason why. It's a classic setup, but also, it is, IMO, the safest handgun setup out there.
It certainly isnt. Lol
@@jakebrake3000 it’s called an “opinion” ever heard of it?
@@jakebrake3000 You're right. It isn't the best safety on a gun is to not have a gun. But if you have a gun the 1911 safety is the best.
@@Jt-oj8mk yes, I gave you mine.
@@TherenDusk I agree either an affirmative safety, like a 1911 or none. I shot an MP shield the other day with a thumb safety that both me and my buddy struggled with.
Carried one in NAM used it often. It has incredible nock down power and gets ones attention, which I can testify to. It never failed me. Wish I was permitted to use it when I worked for NYPD
Hmmmm....well, it's a nice story. I was an FBI agents then cia and also the presidents bodyguard
Morgan Archey is it so hard to believe that the guy fought in a war and then became a cop?
@@morganarchey5074 show some respect
Morgan Archey dick
@@morganarchey5074 Why is it so hard to believe his story? Ass
The 1911 is a warriors weapon. Warriors constantly handle, clean, and practice with their weapons and equipment. Also, the 1911 comes from the bygone era of wind-up watches, Zippo lighters, and other household items that required daily, weekly, and monthly upkeep.
@@felonyfelix343 damn...that must be why I own some 1911's ...a couple of Tokarevs and a Russian pocket watch...
when did they give them up. last I heard some of their units were still using them.
@@kencaton6377 it was Big sarcasm my guy.
@@kencaton6377 they did stop using them sans MARSOC because the number one rule of SOF; look cool.
Functionality isn't as important as image.
@Lee Harvey Oswald Adopted by Marines in 1915 didn't give them up until the 1980's. Don't think they gave them up that fast.
Accuracy, grip, and trigger feel are BIG advantages with a 1911. Depending on personal preference, weight and steel construction may be factors. You are spot on regarding maintenance. A 1911 does require more. A basic field strip and cleaning every few hundred rounds will keep a 1911 in great running condition. Your tips regarding oil/CLP application in between those times is handy information. Good video!
I love mine for it’s predictability
I've had personal experience back in Fairbanks, AK in 1989 while stationed there in the Army with a Colt Combat Commander (personal weapon) falling and landing on the hammer with the barrel pointed at my chest with a round in the chamber and the safety off. After a deep breath and a Thank you, God and Thank you John Moses Browning for being a design genius, I never stressed over a Condition One 1911 ever again.
It was a Series 70. But yeah, that was my point. I totally agree. Even with the thumb safety off there were still plenty of other safeties in place. So after that experience I never worried a bit about carrying Condition One and it is the only way I'll carry a 1911.
I've never viewed cleaning of a 1911 as a chore. It's a chance to bond with something that might one day save my life or the life of my loved one. Small price to pay if you could consider it a price at all. I have the same feeling of pride after cleaning and polishing that I do when I lay a coat of carnuba on my ride. It should never be considered a chore when you love what you own. More on point, well done brother for this video. Presented factually and accurately. From one vet to another.
Maxx61 Agreed. I clean my guns for therapy when I have some down time. I’m glad to hear you also see it as bonding time. Totally is.
I own a 1911, this handgun has always been my first choice, I guess because it’s the first one my dad handed to me and also I like the feel and power behind it. Never really understood why some people don’t like it, but this video explains a lot. My dad also taught me all the points you make in this video. Semper Fi! 🇺🇸
If the 1911 Sucks so bad, then why has it been around for over 100 years? ....js....
Stfu!
muzzle loaders have been around longer so they must be even better
@Mexico City no but they'll shoot something dead as can be.
Agreed. AND if it sucked so bad, why to all the glock guys use the 1911 trigger as a compliment. "Dude my Glock trigger job feels like a 1911 now!" 1911's set the standard for how a gun should feel and shoot.
@@daves5765 I actually own Glocks, but they are Far from "Perfection". They do a job and serve a purpose. But for a Nice shooting experience, you can't beat a 1911. The only reason anyone hates on it is because mag capacity, and the dreaded thumb safety, neither of with I have issue with. It's a matter of training to use a manual safety, and Shot Placement....with is Very easy with a 1911! 👍🏻
The best discussion/description of the 1911 that I have seen online. It should come as no surprise that you are a former Marine. More than anything we did in the Corps, we were taught, and we learned to instruct. "In the proudest traditions..." and all that.
Bill Beck no such thing as s “former” Marine..
Semper Fi
I'm a little older than you. That's how our Drill Instructors taught us. There's no such thing as an "EX-Marine." Former is how we were taught to say it.
Semper Fi
--- Once a Marine, ALWAYS a Marine.
SF my brother
just say marine vet. and yes. there is such a thing as a former marine. the dude in my unit who raped a 13 year old is a former marine.
The Commandant of the Marine Corps came out with a directive a few years back that made the proclamation that Marines that served honorably will always be a Marine. Semper Fi guy’s. Sergeant 2nd Bt 7th Marines 79-83
Man what a great video. I learned more in the last 15 minutes than anything ever! I’m just getting into the 1911 because I think it’s something every man should experience. It’s so much different in your hand than anything else. Thank you for your service and your videos.
A 1911 is classic for a reason, also love your Cliff Burton profile pic too lol
Out of all the guns I own, the only one I would NEVER SELL is my 1911.
Original American same here. Well maybe my P08 too haha
smart man
how much you want for it?
@@curtthomas6341 No prob Curt, trade you one of mine for it. Or let that grandson scratch it up a bit,then you can carry it.
Same here
Another plus of the 1911 is that fact that you can beat someone to death with the thing if all else fails! ;">)
Pete Costanzo lol
Band roadies can say the same thing about a Shure SM58 microphone. Some classics never go out of style.
Pete Costanzo yeah because a Glock would just break if you attempt that
Pete Costanzo or when you run out of ammo. Which is almost a guarantee
Just buy s CZ 75
You’re so right. I was really worried about my new 10mm Ronin with malfunctioning. So this weekend I took it to the woods and blew 650 rounds through it. Right around the 200 round mark (350 total through the new gun) I noticed I was shooting with no issues. The remaining 450 rounds were a dream. Slide is now buttery smooth and much easier to work. Tight tolerances out of the box might deter some noobs.
Yea but regardless how old or new one might be. Yea do not want anything to be sloppy lose or EVER GET TO RATTLING...
Care and maintenance is also good bonding time with your 1911. :) enjoy it!
People have a false sense that a good gun doesn't need care and maintenance. I wonder how those same people's cars, houses, and personal hygiene are doing...
Brad Bowers What gets me are those who never lay drop lube after thousands of rounds. The other myth is a "mil-spec" gun is one that doesn't need cleaning after thousands of rounds. I'm in the military and I was taught to always take care of guns. I don't know where all that rubbish about the military not cleaning a gun determined a gun's reliability came from. Especially from civilians.
OCTurboJoe so are you still driving around in an old model "t"? Adjusting the timing with the little lever on the side as you drive? Dropping the oil pan every couple of hundred miles to put new leather bearings on the crank shaft? Of course not. My grandfather told me when he was young(1930's) that to drive to a town 80 miles away he would bring at least 2 spare tires and extra points and crank bearings. Now vehicles go a hundred thousand miles without a tune up, tires are rated for 60,000 miles and there's oil rated for 12,000 miles.
When HK blew away the 'upgraded' 1911 in the OHWS trials it was averaging over 6,000 rounds between stoppages and had examples that ran over 15,000 rounds without a stoppage. Do you think any version of your 1911 could ever do that? I have every bit of faith my HK can.
OCTurboJoe there are so many misconceptions out there. For one the ar does not have to be so clean. With the right powder in the cartridge, just lube the bolt and go. Don't believe me? Look up the filthy 14. Documented ar abuse.
Michael Lindquist hey if you like playing with dirty guns, thats up to you, same gies for the automobile.Treat it with Respect. Thats just being spoiled apparently, I want everything and i want it Now generation perhaps.
GenesisPlanet in not sure how that applies? I'm not saying I like playing with dirty guns, I just don't accept that a gun should have to be coddled to stay functional. I don't think 'reliable if kept clean and oiled' is reliable. I also think the are many firearms these days that are way more reliable. And as far as your want it all, want it now comment I don't even know what you're talking about so i find it hard to respond
Man your analogy of the Ar15 needing oil like the 1911 is so darn true. I've owned several 1911's and they just feel right in my hands.
I'll be honest, I recently bought my first 1911 which is my first handgun. I've ALWAYS been a 1911 fan, but you sir have definitely taught me a bunch I didn't know. You got a like and a subscribe from me!!
Same here
@Mathew Barnes.1911 is when the Army adopted the Colt 1911 it was developed in 1910.👍🇺🇸🇺🇸
Amen. To summarize. If there is a problem with a 1911 the order is: Magazine, Ammo and finally the person behind the trigger.
Amen on #3! Limp wristed 1911s tend to get lots of smokestacks, FTFs, and other assorted cycling issues!
@@althompson7314 negative. You can hold a properly functioning 1911 with two fingers and shall cycle fine. If yours do not - they need fixing. This is in fact one of the tests I run on any 1911 that I build or modify.
Even officer models run like this, if springs are properly balanced between hammer, recoil, and magazine.
When I got my 1911 I had had 600 rounds to break it in and haven’t had a issue since I now use it for every day carry.
There are those who by 1911 GI and bad mouth about hammer bite sight slide release and so forth they always compare it to glocks but they dont know much about 1911 specially the GI which is meant to that way without the bells and whistle i want to buy a GI and upgrade it and with a little tweak with a gunsmith in the barrel just for the type of bullets
To that I'll add springs, usually either out of spec or long past due to be changed out.
I followed your advice on the Kimber mags, and I bought Wilson Combat's mags and I've never had a problem. Thank you.
Best tip ever about the mags, a real gold nugget thank you
I have had great success with Chip McCormick Magazines. I also have Wilson Combat. Both are great.
Yeah man
This is a breath of fresh air, I’ve been saying the same things for years. You’ve earned yourself a new sub sir.
My dad was on Guadalcanal and World War II he said the 1911 save them his name's on the World War II Memorial John S c a l e c a he received a Bronze Star two purple hearts an oak leaf cluster saved a man's life he swore by the 1911
New 1911 owner here, RIA “the Rock” in .45. Thanks for all the great info about how to use and maintain this beautiful piece of history. I’ve got a couple of striker fired pistols for other applications, but I just love handling and shooting the 1911. It shoots so smooth and soft, I call it the “marshmallow gun”. 👍
I love them all! I'm a gun guy, and if you are a gun guy then there is a list of classic firearms that you should own. The 1911 is very near the top of that list!
I was given my Dads 1911 that he had custom ordered from Springfield when he was on the Army's pistol team in the 60's.
It has not been fired in thirty years, and I was thinking about sending it to Springfield to be checked out and maybe restored. my Dads 87 and he might have one or two magazine,s left in him. I checked the serial #, and he order it in February 1956 after serving throughout Korean war.
Kenneth Burkman now that’s a beautiful family 1911 story. They’re more than just guns, they’re pieces of history and a work of art. Keep it and pass it down to your children, it’ll be part of your family forever.
That’s awesome!
God bless your father’s service.
Clean it up and take him shooting ... Don't let too much time go by.
Awesome story! The last thing I got to with my father before he passed was to go shoot his early 1950’s Colt 1911 that he got from his uncle. My college age boys were with us. We all have Colt 1911’s. I now possess my fathers 1911. It will be my oldest sons someday. Love the 1911.
Kenneth Burkman W
Dude, I know this is an old video. But thank you. I am a glock guy and recently dusted off a SW 1911ES (CCO) that I bought 10+ years ago and rarely shot. I am now considering carrying it (I live in NJ and am restricted to 10 rds anyway). This is the most comprehensive, simplest overview of 1911 use and maintenance I have seen. I never adequately practiced the draw and riding the safety and am going to do that a few thousand times dry before I carry (which thankfully we can now do in NJ).
1911 is my favorite pistol. I tried one at the range years ago and had to buy one (years later). You showed the proper way to hold the 1911. I was used to other pistols. Makes sense now. Thanks for this!
Bob Collinge glad I could help out
Yes bout time someone made a very good video on this straight and simple.
I try. Key word KISS...Keep it Simple Stupid....
A lot of people honestly don’t know how to use the 1911 platform. I’m just trying to help.
Armed & Steady Firearms Channel spot on. High speed, low drag.
Great vid. I was a wheel gun guy for decades, then was given a 1911 stainless Springfield mil spec, as a gift.
Reliable, easy to handle, and very accurate. It's now my CCW.
Thanks again.
Carried 1 in Marines you take care of it it will take care of YOU
Semper Fi brother. USMC 66-70
The people of this generation don't realize that you should take care of their property rather than replace it if it breaks. I grew up during the vacuum tube era of TV's. If the TV stopped working we would take out the Tubes that might be broken, take them to the local Radio Shack and put them in the tube checker to find the broken tube. Once found we would buy a replacement and go home and replace the tubes and the TV would work. That particular TV lasted for 10 years and it was good. No cable, just rabbit ear antennae.
One more Semper Fi. 0341 72-76
Semper Fi!!!
Thanks for your service fellas.
I cannot tell you how many people I have seen grip a 1911 with theyre action hand thumb on that mag release groove...its astounding!!!! I suggest to everyone new to guns that they lead on a 1911 because it sets you up for perfect grip no matter the platform! Great video brother!!
Thanks man. A lot of people don’t know how to use the 1911 platform, and have seen issues or had issues in the past due to lack of knowledge on the system. I’m just trying to help out.
Armed & Steady Firearms Channel The High Standard Victor is basically set up as a left handed pistol with controls set on “my side”. I took it shooting and a guy I knew was actually scared to shoot it because he was “concerned” for the brass ejection. It ejects normally to the right, I don’t think I’ve spoken to him since.
I think you guys must have deformed thumbs. I don’t ride the safety. Never have. Never had any issues. No one I know that has and shoots a 1911 has ever had that problem. Honestly, in all of You Tube, this is the first video I’ve seen that makes an issue of it. Is this something you hear about often? I’m not being sarcastic. I’m surprised. I thought I had heard it all.
Good video by the way.
Well shit...I went and took a closer look at some of the more well known 1911 guys on You Tube (like Larry Vickers) and I’ll be a monkey’s uncle; he’s riding the safety. I need to rethink my life... 🤯
Your views on 1911 have been the most helpful on the internet just received for Father’s Day a model 01070M45 in brown finish. As a former Marine from Vietnam, thanks, thanks again
Awesome video. I just became a 1911 owner. I’ve always been a Glock, but now I love both. I’ve been reading up on the history of 1911 and have big time respect for the invention and Mr. Browning. The only thing I will say is that some are really expensive but now they have affordable 1911’s under $500 such as Tisas, SDS, Rock Island, ATI, etc... lots of fun shooting. 1911 is an awesome gun. 💪🏽👍🏽
10 years in the Navy and I never once experienced a failure from a 1911. But they were all professionally maintained. I do believe you are correct about the lazy owners comment.
I’ve carried a 1911 in 45ACP FOR 50 years and shot them in IPSIC Competition for 20 years, and I never had a Failure to go Bang on Demand!! 😍😍
I too dabble in combat acoustics 👀
I appreciate you going over how to oil the 1911. Though I was in the military, I carried a Beretta M9 (and other guns) but our maintenance was to breakdown the entire weapon and do a thorough cleaning every time. I know I have to oil my 1911 but it's not shot much so I always feel like I'm going overboard for something that is in its case most of the time.
When I bought my pistol, I went with it instead of a Beretta because I love the trigger on the 1911.
My dad was an Army Airborn he carried a 45 he taught me all about it is the most reliable hand gun ever made thank you John Moses Browning LDS
Mark Accomando your dad was right The finest fighting handgun ever made I’ve carried my stock colt commander for many years Never let me down. From another old paratrooper
Just feed it ball ammo, that's all anyone will ever need.
While I love 1911's, I doubt "it is the most reliable handgun ever made".
@@mmabagain maybe not the most reliable, but certainly one of the most iconic!
LDS at the end of your statement totally discredits any and everything you stated. LDS is a cult, but nice try slipping that in...
That dot on top of your head had me cleaning my screen for a minute.
Haha me too!
Haha
🤣 yup
Seen that too! Lol
Thanks, I learned something from you.
I'm a Navy Veteran, I have several 1911A1
I had a feed problem, because of the scratch on the ramp to the chamber I thought it was an Ammo problem, but after conversion with at least 10 people, I went to ball Ammo.
But watching this video you made me realize it's NOT the Ammo, it's the Magazine !!
I looked at all of my 15+ Magazines and low & Behold I had "Had" 3 Mags with that Strange extra tongue piece exactly like the one you showed.
I'm not even going to check the results at a range because you explained it so well I know your right... all my others are Wilson Combat Mags .
THANK YOU !!!
R/Steve
PS I noticed your kid making a little noise while you were making the video, it didn't bother you one bit. You are a great dad too, so I subscribed and Liked 👍 😊 😀 Thanks again.
I’ve gotta say, I was never really a 1911 fan but this vid had a lot of really good info. You shined a lot of light on 1911’s for me....thx man🤙🏾
Check our rock island tactical 1911s there nice
You need one!
I have my GrandDad’s 1911. The lady at the Colt factory said that from the serial number it was likely manufactured in 1923. Its therapeutic to send a few hundred rounds down the range then clean and oil it.
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I found my first in a pawn shop in 1982 that has a 5 digit serial number. Made in 1913. I LOVE that gun, but I carry a kimber or griffin to save the old man for my grandkids.
I'm a first time pistol owner and decided on the 1911 after lots of research. Looking forward to becoming proficient with it and this video has helped in the hands off techniques. Thanks for the teachings.
Get yourself a glock. Leave that 1911 at home for decoration, glock is the real workhorse gun. Unlike a 1911, it’s meant to be abused
@@kevinc.cucumber3697 Went with the CZ 75BD then the Rami.
Treat it like a tool. We never argue that a 3 or 16 in screwdriver are made for the same job. Firearms are much like that. I have many hammers too. Train, and keep your mind and body healthy. Feed the Spirit before the flesh. Stay safe.
@@kevinc.cucumber3697 is that why there's 100+ year old 1911s that still shoot perfectly fine?
Personally, I like maintaining my guns, it's fun. In my mind, someone who doesn't like maintaining their gun, doesn't like guns.
Very well said. 👍
Absolutely, cleaning guns are almost as fun as shooting them. Real gun people love anything to do with guns.
Agree
I moved from the car tuning world into guns, and totally agree with this.
Something about mechanical movement and smooth metal on metal contact is very soothing.
Sometimes to wind down from work, I'll grab a beer and go clean one of my handguns.
"A knight in shining armor is a man who has never had his metal truly tested."
No, it's a man who knows how to maintain his kit!
If you ask me Glock vs 1911 is like comparing a Bic Lighter to a Classic Zippo, the Bic is more "reliable" but at the end of the day it's disposable.
Willfromsc you will never prove it is more reliable to me
@@cuzz287 only because you won't listen to the proof.
Just the fact that 1911 needs 3 different mag configurations to support HP versus RN versus WC bullets should tell you how narrow the margin of reliability is.
Or the fact that 1911s will not work reliably with magazines longer than 10rd (and even those can be finicky) while Glocks run stupid happy sticks.
Or that you have to marry your 1911 to a magazine and ammo combination, wheres Glock can be reasonably expected to run pretty much anything with any random factory mag picked from a box.
Id hate to have a joint ready to enjoy and pull that zippo and be very dissspointed.
Drop them both 3 stories then see which lighter is reliable
I have and my bic lighter didn’t make it 25 feet down when it hit concrete after coworker didn’t catch it from overhead crane cab he needed it. I had to bum a light the rest of third shift. The only glock I would like is a model 18 for fun at the range
I fell in love with the Colt 45 when in the Army in the 1970's. Carried one EVERY day for years. Went to a higher capacity 9mm (CZ-75) for a while. But went back to a RIA government model. In my opinion, it is the best combat handgun ever designed.
Hey ASFC..I recently subscribed for things to watch JUST like this. I’m a huge 1911 fan. Keep up the videos and thanks for serving
Thanks for the sub man! If you can’t tell I’m a 1911 fan too. Enjoy the content
Armed & Steady Firearms Channel I picked up a government size Ruger sr1911 this summer..put about five hundred rounds through it after putting a few Wilson combat(quality 1911’s and parts) accessories on it and have carried it every day since. Hate to ramble on but if you have a chance give the Ruger a shot! It’s funny you mention the state restrictions because I’m from Massachusetts with a ten round restriction 😏I couldnt help but choose the 1911 to be by my side
Never actually shot a Ruger 1911. I’ll look into it though
Ruger makes a quality firearm! I own a GP-100, Mark II pistol and a 10/22 rifle. Only ever had minor feeding issues with the Mark II pistol. Ruger fixed it and sent it back ASAP!! Great company! Same quality service from Springfield Armory... They reworked my GI model 1911 after many years and a few thousand rounds of service.
Another "sub" here also!! Love those "old school" series 70 1911 pistols!
Being an avid 1911 fan this is one of my favorite 1911 videos out. Short, sweet and to the point on addressing the bias some have against this great gun.
I bought my first hand gun last year, a Ruger SR 1911 6700 45 ACP. I love it!
I love my 1911 and M-14. CW04 (Cryptology), USN, Ret, 73-95. Semper Fi Marine!
I was a glock guy until I bought a sig 1911 tacops carry. Never looked back.
I was a glock guy, I got a Colt .38 Super. I still carry the glock because I have not trained enough holstering and unholstering the 1911. But as soon as I feel ready that will be my carry pistol. The quality is just unbelievable. Super accurate. And waaaaay prettier.
No I dont have one bro haha. I brought it up because I was replying to casey. As I said I got a colt and Im impressed. Its better than my G19.
3 Glocks, 3 M9s (like I was taught on, though I was shooting the 1911 as much as possible, and HK USP which I took to), a few HKs, only thing left are my SIGs and HKs, and my 1911s (SIG 1911 as well, almost did the tacops but went for the scorpion for the few extra features)
casey haughton “Your loss”
Love the sig 1911’s. I’ve got one problem with them. I can’t stop buying them
My father, retired air force, just passed away last week. He wanted me to have the 1911 and it's my very first gun. Ive been watching videos and history of the gun and also getting well versed in taking care of it. It's something I will cherish my entire life. Thank you dad and love you.
Sorry for your loss Dave. I can relate .
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First thing.....thank you for your service! Im new to the 1911 game and your videos have helped me by getting straight to the point and being realistic. I'm a fan and subscribed. Keep up the good work man. Thank you 😁
I owned a 1911 for a year and I can confirm that the magazine was the only problem I had with it, otherwise totally reliable.
I've had my 1911 for almost 20 years and when the springs get ganked up, i buy new ones from Springfield but I'll be trying out the Wilsons now, so thanks for the tip.
1911. They made it right the first time.
God bless John Moses Browning! Got it right, with NO DOUBLE TAP then did the Hi-power, for formal/tuxedo carry!
@@jonandrews9599 Don't forget that JMB invented the striker fire system as well. H&K manufactured the first polymer handgun. Gaston just took someone else's designs, made them look like a black brick, and payed a Hollywood producer to get a big ol' marketing rant (which was 100% false) into a movie so he could be successful.
(Heard this on another video) if they are arguing about the safety and functionality of a 100 year old fun that’s still being used today, the gun probably isn’t the problem
Yup
But look at the most popular copied handgun 1911
Spot on with the Wilson combat magazine recommendation! As an intermediate level shooter I would say my biggest struggles have come by way of my 1911 Range Master, including a few misfeeds from time to time. While still occasionally experiencing feed issues well after 1000 rounds I was about to give up on it until someone recommended I try the Wilson combat mags. Got a few of those new mags and zero misfeed issues since! What a difference. Now with your video I understand more why the stock mags sucked. Thanks!
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What all these haters are forgetting is the 1911 was in military service for close to 100 years and it’s one of the most modifiable guns on the market because of its longevity there is so many aftermarket parts it’s silly
1911's are a beautiful, timeless classic.
Ooh Rah Marine! Retired Gunny - air wing, who qualified on a 1911 in 1981. Spent 20 years in the wing never having to requalify. Since I retired I bought a shit load of wonder 9 striker fired handguns and hate them all. Considering going back to my roots with a 1911 in 9mm and probably a Bul Armory. Semper Fi, Ken
I have carried a 1911 for many years and I love them. People forget that when you service your weapons you are not only cleaning it. You are inspecting the weapon.
And thus, saving your life, and possibly the lives of others.
The 1911 was my issue weapon when I was an AG on an M60 team those many years ago. I own several pistols now as a civilian but only recently bought a 1911 and thought refamiliarization was in order. Excellent video, thanks.
Just brought a 1911. And this was the best video explaining what and the how of a 1911. Thank you bro. God bless you and your family and thanknounorbyour service!
Thank you so much! You have provided some great advice and insight from direct experience. Showing how to use the safety and hold the gun was great. Just what I needed.
Thank you John Browning, your designs are over 100 years old and still relevant!
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Hey man I just bought a 1911 bc I love the guns and it’s my first and it’s intimidating but you explained it really well and I feel so much better. Especially since I already do some things right. Thanks for the information man and thanks for your service
Thank you for this video! Have been shooting 1911s for next to 50 years, and I am so glad to see a young man who knows this great weapon system, and knows it well! My sincere hope is that others, not acquainted with JMBs masterpiece pistol, will heed your advice and give this great weapon the respect and opportunity it deserves! BTW, just subscribed!
Just ordered my first 1911. Great advice!
What people seem to forget is a 1911 is the perfect carry gun IF you train the most and take it seriously. 10 round 1911 .45acp mags by Wilson combat are great as well. .45 acp out of a 1911 is a little more accurate and with jhp you’re putting 1 inch holes. “Stopping power” doesn’t exists but if it knocks people down in body armor what do you think it will do without body armor? It’s not a magic round. But carrying a 1911 is for those who put the work in and it usually shows
That little hole in the wall above his head had me thinking I had a spot on my screen
Me too.
The only people that dont like 1911s have never shot one.
Regan. Not true. I had never fired a gun and the first gun I bought and shot was a 1911. Loved the damn thing since I ever saw it and once I shot it I was in heaven. 😂😂😂
@@J10969 that's the point. I was speaking of the 1911 in general. People that have never used one say they don't like it. But once somebody shoots one, they love it.
I didn't like them because I first got to use one when I was 15 and didn't know jack about shooting. I limp wristed it, kept hitting the safety, etc and dismissed them as crap.
God, I was dumb.
Shot a 22 1911 like a cheap gsg 200 gun and it still shot like a dream had to get a 45
@@slavvings do it fast, I imagine guns and ammo might be hard to come by if things keep getting fuckier here in the US
Ive been a snob. I also just haven't ever carried/owned one. I needed this video honestly.
I clean my firearms like I have to hand them into the armory. The thoughts of some snarky jerk refusing me for the 15th time because of the tiniest speck of invisible dirt on their q-tip has been burnt in to my memory. ahhh good times
You are speaking the TRUTH! The unit armorer was NOT a likeable guy. lol
Ugh, weapons maintenance boys. Better pass the q-tip test. I hated that when I was in the army. I still clean my guns like that to this day. I clean them so well you wouldn’t even be able to tell they were ever fired beside the normal wear and tear.
Good gawd you people sound like a cult... yep you 1911 fanboys are definitely a cult. You worship your 100 year old technology and I will keep shooting my 18+1 9mm. There is a reason that almost all military and police forces throughout the world has made this obvious change.
@@jamesbarrick3403 the military switched to higher capacity because they: 1. Are involved in offensive operations in which they go after trouble. Civilians use guns only for defensive situations where they should get AWAY from trouble.
2. Soldiers use guns for laying down a barrage of cover fire. Civilians own every shot they miss with and can get sued for collateral damage. A soldier is more interested in spraying the vicinity to shoot his way out of an ambush. Civilians rarely encounter more than 3 assailants.
Civilian defensive shootings generally are world's away from large scale military operations. Sorry to break it to you, most defensive shootings ate nothing like the "keyboard operators" would like you to believe.
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I am glad you enjoy shooting your 9mm. The best handgun you could ever own is the one you like!
I happen to like my 1911, So I shoot it often and am very familiar and comfortable with the way it operates. If you feel the same with your weapon of choice that is outstanding! We all may have different preferences, but at least we all have the one thing in common.. have a great day sir, and never give up your rights!
Hey Matt. Just wanted to say I’m new to the channel and I’m loving your content. Just picked up my first hand gun. Kimber 1911 custom II. Thank you for all the information. You rock! Also thank you for your service.
People who dismiss 1911s clearly haven’t spent enough time with one. The 1911’s trigger is often considered the gold standard by which all other pistol triggers are judged. Beginners especially tend to shoot better and more confidently with a 1911 because of this exceptional trigger. Compare this to the trigger of a Glock, which, while functional, can feel downright hostile-especially out of the box. Both pistols benefit from a break-in period: with Glocks, the trigger mechanism smooths out over time, while 1911s primarily need their slide-to-rail interface broken in. The key difference is that while the 1911 feels smooth and enjoyable to shoot even from day one, making break-in effortless, Glocks often feel gritty and uninspiring during this period. They might be reliable, but they’re far from enjoyable until that break-in process is over.
Moreover, the 1911 is a brilliant tool for bridging the gap between gun enthusiasts and those who are skeptical or even anti-2A. Unlike the utilitarian, aggressive look of most striker-fired guns like Glocks, 1911s exude craftsmanship and artistry-rooted in a more refined time. Their aesthetic alone can change someone’s perspective, but more importantly, the shooting experience seals the deal. Bring an anti-2A person to the range with a Glock, and they might walk away unimpressed. Hand them a 1911, and they’re more likely to fall in love with shooting-and by extension, embrace the 2A.
Another thing 1911s do better than Glocks and other striker-fired pistols is teaching beginners what a truly excellent trigger feels like. When people buy a striker-fired gun, they often chase that feeling by modifying and tinkering with it, wasting time and money to achieve the smoothness of a 1911’s trigger pull. With a 1911, the trigger is so good out of the box that new shooters don’t feel the urge to start swapping out parts immediately. This leaves them free to focus on what actually matters: shooting.
The reliability myth surrounding 1911s is also overblown. A quality 1911 is reliable, and even budget models can be made just as reliable with the right magazines. Wilson Combat 47D magazines, for example, can make any 1911-regardless of price point-function perfectly. Once broken in, a 1911 with proper magazines will be as reliable as any polymer striker-fired gun. The break-in period isn’t a disadvantage; it’s an opportunity to get to know your firearm and build confidence, while enjoying the process every step of the way.
In short, the 1911 is an ideal firearm not only for beginners but for shooters of all skill levels. It offers a smooth, enjoyable shooting experience that encourages practice and mastery, without the distraction of constant tinkering or aftermarket modifications. Whether you’re new to shooting or a seasoned expert, the 1911 remains one of the best choices out there.
Great video thanks for putting this out, I served in the Marines as well. Semper Fi. I did not know about the different types of magazines and what to look for as far as purchasing additional ones, now I do thanks to you.
I find cleaning guns to be very therapeutic... so long as the supply sergeant isn't staring over my shoulder. I love everything about the 1911 except the capacity, which is why I own a CZ. Same basic principle, but it holds 16 rounds of 9mm- best of both worlds for me. I'd rather hit someone twice with a 9 than once with a 45, BUT if my state decided it hated freedom and limited my round count, you bet your ass I'd trade in for a 1911 in a heartbeat. (Or maybe a s&w 686+ and a bunch of moon clips. I have a soft spot for revolvers)
Fellsbane 686+ is badass. A whole lot of watermelon killing in one package...😏. Same here with cleaning it’s relaxing for me, and I actually enjoy it....weird
Totally agree on the therapeutic part. Where I live we do need more capacity, so I solved the issue with an all steel Canadian Para 14-45 :-) Also heard Remington's gonna come up, or has already, with a double stack 1911. If the grip is alright for your hand size, give them a shot - no pun intended -. I can't wait to try out that 15-round Rem, already got a simple R1 and still have to see it fail at something, though granted, I always use factory ammo and mags with serious followers. Cheers mate, may you have a nice day!
A lot of companies are getting into double stack 1911s, including Rock Island. And same here, cleaning is calming.
Fellsbane “”they” want you to trade in your gat so they can step on your neck and your children’s children’s necks. Never give up your guns. Never.
Fellsbane You do know they make double stack 1911s right?
Thanks for the vid. I always run a Glock 19 but when I shot a 1911, i was so impressed with the balance and the actual shooting experience. I absolutely love my Glock but it now seems like something for my sister after running a 1911 for a couple hundred rounds. Thanks for your help.
Excellent video! I am also ex-military and this was a great refresher course, just picked up the Rock Island Armory 1911 10mm and the Remington 1911 R1 Enhanced, I also love the 1911, they were a tradition in the military . I can't tell how many years I spent on Ft Bragg ( 7th SFG) with my trusty 1911 45 by my side, this was before they switched over to the 9mm ( showing my age LOL). Listen folks I understand and respect peoples opinion on the 1911, but in the long run it doesn't make a difference if it's a 1911, Glock or what ever, the best weapon to me is the one that saves your life!!!! Booyah!!!
Thank you for your service!
I've always have had a 1911 of one make or another and have owned and shot other types of handguns, but my personal preference has always been for a 1911, it's a true warhorse that has served our troops longer than any other gun.
Cool channel man, you’re knowledgeable as heck and have the proper experience. You site your references and have numbers to back it up. Thank you for your service!
Great video Matt.
I really appreciate you breaking down the system like this, especially going into my first pistol purchase. It’s good to know how to properly run the system before I commit.
At the end of the day I own both. A 1911 and Glock. 45 Acp and 40.cal and I've cared them both for years while being in law enforcement. I'm also a gunsmith on my free time.I love them both. And they both will give you the same results if not taken care of properly. One I noticed that no one mentioned is that the guy in this movie did not properly oil his gun. Some of the stuff he did was definitely unnecessary, and he forgot to oil the inside of the slide and frame rail that's wear 96% of the wear would be located because that's wats doing all of the work.
Anywhere metal moves on metal needs oil.
Yup. Lock slide to the rear, flip it upside down and oil the rails. The most important part.
Agreed
Thanks Matt. You've convinced me that my next sidearm purchase will be a 1911. You cleared up concerns and questions I didn't even know to ask. 👍
Been carrying the Glock 19 for the pass year and thought I would never carry anything else until I held and shot the 1911 and boy did I get the fever, started with the Citadel officer then the Colt commander Lt. and presently Dan Wesson Valor all in 45 acp, I’m a very happy camper when Dan is with me 😊
Dan Wesson Guardian here, DW's are incredible!
Those Dan Wesson 1911s are awesome. I have a PM45 for USPSA limited competition. Love it.
DW's are the best. My EDC is a 5" Valor in .45ACP
Just got a RIA 1911 myself. Thanks for the tips 👍
Wow...never seen somebody so in love with the host
I'm terrified of people who are terrified of the 1911.....
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Allan Hitchmoth lol I’ll agree with you there
You are terrified of girlie-men?
I thought it was appropriately maculine... I mean if you want a .22 popper then you don't understand guns...
King Savage If you are fearful of this then you need more time at the range...
@King Savage you do realize that the safety on a 1911 prevents the hammer from striking the firing pin, right? Its safer to carry a cocked and loaded 1911 than a glock.
Just purchased a new Rock Island 1911. First thing I noticed was how tight a new 1911 is. I was issued a 1911 while I was a tank crewman in Germany in the 1970's. Those old 45's that were issued to us rattled like crazy after many years of solders being issued the same weapon. We had pistols that went back to WW2. I appreciate the advice of firing about 500 rounds to get my new 1911 broke in.
Yeah, I think they still make models that are supposed to be closer to the original. How is the RI issue holding up?
Dang…..Great video. Thank you. I feel like I’m more informed on 1911’s from this one video that the hours of other videos I’ve watch combined. I’m feeling more comfortable getting a 1911 and carrying cocked and locked now. I’ve always been a higher capacity guy, but I’m really getting interest in stopping power with 1911’s. Plus the 1911 is such a pretty firearm. Thanks again and I look forward to watching more of your videos.
All the failures I've seen with 1911s happened with ammo. The cheaper the bullets, the more failures to eject and/or misfires. Great vid, Ty.
You don't shoot much then, if you haven't seen a magazine failure, which is the most occurring issue. Factory ammo is not much of a concern.
Have a dozen factory magazines since the 90s, none of them have ever failed. It's always been about cheap ammo. @@xx8836
1911's certainly do not suck. The reason I like them is the way they are made, meaning the features of the pistol. I like the way they operate and the feel of the pistol. I carry one 8 round mag in the gun and 2 more on my belt. I do not feel under gunned. Still on of the best guns of all time.
James Cooper absolutely a great gun. Definitely not obsolete
I hadn't shot my 1911 in 5 years.... This restores my confidence with your excellent information! Thank You !
Thanks for the video. Although I've owned plenty of Glocks and other polymer pistols, I just purchased my first 1911 today, a Kimber custom. This video is very informative
Hated the 1911 because of its low capacity and weight. Shot my brother's 1911 .40 and I never looked back. I have my own 1911 in 9mm now and absolutely love it. I shoot it more than my hammer-fired SIG pistol. Thanks for sharing your views!
Walter O I prefer 45acp, but I absolutely LOVE a 9mm 1911! They’re so amazing and fun!
If you like Sigs and 1911s try out a SAO P-220 or P-226 if you can, I ended up getting a p-220 sao and I honestly shoot it better than my Colt government model.
I just bought that same RIA 1911 the other day.. Prior to this I’ve only used a 1911 once before and loved it. You’ve provided a lot of valuable insight into how to effectively run this platform to the point I saved and downloaded the video so I can reference it in the future
1911 by the numbers great vid Marine. I served in the Army 1980 to 1994andmy first side arm issued was a Colt ACP 1911 I fell in love with this fire arm immediately after discharging my first round and feeling the recoil. This is a no nonsense fire arm that does exactly what its manufacturedfor STOPPING POWER 1 to two 2 round knock down. Then the Army transistioned to the Beretta 92F and took my 1911 away from me. I dont care what the Armys logic was behind that mess I went out and bought my own 1911 Army issued side arm and carried that with me in an under arm chest holster. The 92F did very little to i still combat confidence on me. Ti this day the Colt 1911 is still my prefered side atm if I ever had to carry one.
BTW I forgot about CLP lol you and I must have served in the military roughly the same years span. Great video Marine thank you for sharing and reeducating on this sincerely reliable firearm.