Nice review. A nickel gun in 38 super is a era gone by, now it's stainless in 9mm. Nickel gives you that "grey ghost" look that you would get from a custom pistol smith for a one of a kind gun. That whole concept of 38 super switch barrel, blanked out slide and nickel finish gives the feeling of what Al Capone would have carried back in the 30's. I think Tisas is onto something.
Yeah, the yellowish coloration is from the copper plating that they have to do for nickel plating. I interned with a company that did nothing but plating guns in nickel and chrome. I love nickel but it's fragile. That's why nobody does it anymore. The matte finish was something we refused to do because if you put it in a holster, it will get shiny spots. We wrapped the nickel guns in velour bags because Styrofoam left shiny spots on matte when we used to do them before and shiny nickel it left yellow spots.
The reason why the grip safety rattles is that the finger on the sear spring that engages the grip safety is bent way in. If the spring is bent outwards (while still retaining the pistol's safety feature), the rattle will most likely disappear.
Great review which included valuable 1911 info ( i.e., the "wiggle" on the safety, the Ed Brown magazine)... Since I reload I only needed to acquire some 38 Super +P brass from Starline: already had dies, .356" bullets and appropriate powders. My 38 Super cost per round (after the 1st reloads of the new brass) approaches the cost of regular 9mm range ammo! CHEERS! P.S. I would always prefer a well-applied matt nickel finish vs. a coating ANY day!
Took me a minute but I see what you did there. So you already had the single stack 9, in commander size, threw it on your Duty DS. Kind of cool because now you almost have 4 different guns. Does the Duty slide fit on the single stack slide? Not that you would ever want that other than maybe using an optic.
Tisas is doing what Rock Island should have done. My gunsmithing school gave me a Rock Island and I asked immediately if I could build a Tisas instead. Their machining and QC is so much better. They make the best 1911s under $1000. Ill order one just to have one. They use all forged parts which makes them a great source for parts.
Even the Philippines military and police buy guns from Tisas. One would assume that RIA would have sufficed but they'd be wrong. The Turkish defense industry has been on a roll the past two decades, so there's always innovation. The innovation in the guns took off at the start of the 2010s in response to Germany de-facto embargoing rifles and even pistols sales because of anti-Turkey lobbying. So TR started taking the sector seriously, fueled by domestic and foreign contracts, and ended up taking marketshare from Germany.
Well, since I reload, in my case I already had dies, .356" bullets and appropriate powders: ordered some 38 Super +P brass from Starline and I'm good to go at what is basically a 9mm cost per round after the 1st reload! This was a great review with valuable information (a wiggle on the safety, the Ed Brown magazine!)! CHEERS! P.S. Personally I don't let minor machining imperfections that don't really "show" (i.e., inside the slide?), or more importantly, don't affect the function or safety of a firearm bother me in the least. On a Colt or from a true "cu$tom" manufacturer, of course! On a dual caliber 1911 under $600, hardly.
The name for the Tisas 1911 guns outside the US is _Zig 1911._ It's a reference to _Zigana_ which is a series of original, hammer-fired pistols from Tisas. The name for the Girsan 1911 pistols are _Yavuz 1911._
Cool video Matt and cool gun. As you know big 38 Super fan here but having the option of switching to 9mm is a bonus. 9mm as you mentioned much more affordable. The Commander hammer and beavertail are nice touches along with the satin/dull nickel finish. Also for around, I think you said 6 Benjamin's it's like having two guns kinda. Win win! Thanks for another great video Matt!
A very nice smooth looking 1911 and very accurate to. I had a 1980 Colt 1911 in 45acp that was a polished nickel that I wish I still had. Thanks for the video, Slim.
Got mine today, immediately ran 3 10 round 9mm mags thru it right out of the box right to point of aim, then switched to .38 super and ran 3 mags thru it also to point. Used colt, Wilson and the mags that came with it. The 9mm was Fiocchi ball, the .38 super was both factory ball ammo and my reloads.awesome start
They used to sell polished ones call Desperado and Renegade...still on Tisas USA...polished 4 1/4 and 5 inch, just can't find them in the wild. Glad they did this.🇺🇸👍🇹🇷
Nickel is a very delicate finish period. Unless you leave it in the box and never touch it you'll have marks. Nickel Windicators always have a mark on the top strap where they dunk them. When you buy a Tisas 1911 style anything take that cleaning brush out first thing as it just rubs the finish off the slide all day long. I personally love Tisas for what they are, a lower priced alternative that can be carried and used if nessecery. Who's ever ready to lose your stainless Para 14 if you need to use it because you're not getting it back.
Machining/tool marks are common on 1911s made during WWII. Manufacturing was fast-tracked during that time, and I feel that machining marks are more of a cosmetic thing more than anything else.
Excellent review, thank you! I picked up my Stakeout today & the finish marring on the slide, just aft of the ejection port, is caused by that doggone bore brush Tisas jambed into the case lid.
Just shot the the 38super today. Flawless; fmj and jhp. HOWEVER before this after cleaning and oiling, I had to run a 6 magazine cycling of rounds. They didn't cycle at first. You have to let spring do it's job, Don't help it. Anyway, at the range flawless cycling. Very nice gun. Tisas nails it again.all my 45s tisa are flawless from the start
Not trying to be a sceptic here, but it it seems like every gun you shoot in the accuracy rest has awfully well regulated sights, especially the fixed ones! I know I've taken many out of the box and shot them and tend to have some that always seem to hit high, low, let or fight. Now, I may not have the studies hands, but your hits are centered. Are you adjusting at all before the tests?
I'm so regretting (for a lot of reasons, namely the poor quality) my Kimber .38 Super purchase. It was a train wreck. I'd rather have something from Turkey at that point. Thanks for the video. First time subscriber!
Just recently got my 1st 1911, a springfield ronin in God's caliber. Loving it. Watched so many reviews on tisas, thinking about trying one out. I live in maryville, TN. New home of s&w. Just a stones throw from Knoxville there the tisas location is here. Hmm lol
I love my Tisas 1911s, but Tisas needs to improve the sights on these guns. I'm surprised you didn't have issues with the sights. Nickel plated front and rear sights on a nickel plated gun are useless! WTF? Come on Tisas. You are better than this. At least give us fiber optics or brass bead front sights like on the standard Stakeout.
I bought this sku last week, your video is a good holdover while I wait for it to get out of jail. Thanks! It seemed like a good way to dip my toes in the 1911 world for someone with plenty of 9mm ammo. Love the blanked out slide and feature set. Was the 9mm mag also an ed brown, or is it a mecgar like the other Tisas skus?
I know that when the pistol is brand new you don’t want to see blemishes on the finish. But I’m not so much bothered by that because I carry my 1911 everyday and I work dirty outdoor jobs. So the finishes on my pistols get beat up, knocked around and worn out from the elements, metal shavings and dirt. I take care of my 1911s mechanically, but the finish gets really beat up.
if you want a full guide rod they do not use a standard spring you will have to get one from wolff springs the 38 super will give a 357 run for the money 3 more rounds and better controlablity was known for going through heavy steel car bodies during the 1930s enjoy
Did you try ejecting a live round? I jsut pruhased one of these, and .38 Super Aguila factory 130 FMJ is sticking the bullet into the rifling upon chambering. Difficult to extract as a result, and you can see engraving marks from the rifling on the bullet. Also, the ejector is way too long, and will not eject a live round at 1.260" cartridge OAL (Aguila 130 FMJ). I get that this is a dual-calibre set-up with 9mm, but the ejector is not correct for .38 Super.
Get this and the Tisas double stack then swap the tops...you are still under the Staccato price. Also, the double stack mags are marked 9/38 so win win.👍
I’d suggest a Tisas Service Special. Not very expensive, bullet proof reliability, accurate and won’t cost much. If you decide you are a fan of the 1911 platform you go from there. Start with Tisas. You just can’t beat them for what they offer and their price.
Nice review. A nickel gun in 38 super is a era gone by, now it's stainless in 9mm. Nickel gives you that "grey ghost" look that you would get from a custom pistol smith for a one of a kind gun. That whole concept of 38 super switch barrel, blanked out slide and nickel finish gives the feeling of what Al Capone would have carried back in the 30's. I think Tisas is onto something.
I agree 🤠
@@wyominggunprojectLOVE IT....👍👍
Yeah, the yellowish coloration is from the copper plating that they have to do for nickel plating. I interned with a company that did nothing but plating guns in nickel and chrome. I love nickel but it's fragile. That's why nobody does it anymore. The matte finish was something we refused to do because if you put it in a holster, it will get shiny spots. We wrapped the nickel guns in velour bags because Styrofoam left shiny spots on matte when we used to do them before and shiny nickel it left yellow spots.
I love that subtle look and finish and it comes in two calibers. It's a win win for that Tisas 1911.
The reason why the grip safety rattles is that the finger on the sear spring that engages the grip safety is bent way in. If the spring is bent outwards (while still retaining the pistol's safety feature), the rattle will most likely disappear.
Love the videos. Always fair and informative. Only complaint is it makes me miss Wyoming. Spent several years in Sheridan and some time in Cheyenne.
Well you can’t come back🤣 Just kidding 🤠
Great review which included valuable 1911 info ( i.e., the "wiggle" on the safety, the Ed Brown magazine)... Since I reload I only needed to acquire some 38 Super +P brass from Starline: already had dies, .356" bullets and appropriate powders. My 38 Super cost per round (after the 1st reloads of the new brass) approaches the cost of regular 9mm range ammo! CHEERS! P.S. I would always prefer a well-applied matt nickel finish vs. a coating ANY day!
I carry a Tisas Duty DS with a Tisas BR9 (commander size slide) on top. Over 2.8k rounds no problems
Great choice 🤠
Took me a minute but I see what you did there. So you already had the single stack 9, in commander size, threw it on your Duty DS. Kind of cool because now you almost have 4 different guns. Does the Duty slide fit on the single stack slide? Not that you would ever want that other than maybe using an optic.
Tisas is doing what Rock Island should have done. My gunsmithing school gave me a Rock Island and I asked immediately if I could build a Tisas instead. Their machining and QC is so much better.
They make the best 1911s under $1000. Ill order one just to have one. They use all forged parts which makes them a great source for parts.
Even the Philippines military and police buy guns from Tisas. One would assume that RIA would have sufficed but they'd be wrong.
The Turkish defense industry has been on a roll the past two decades, so there's always innovation. The innovation in the guns took off at the start of the 2010s in response to Germany de-facto embargoing rifles and even pistols sales because of anti-Turkey lobbying. So TR started taking the sector seriously, fueled by domestic and foreign contracts, and ended up taking marketshare from Germany.
I like what Tisas is offering! The combo barrel deal is nice since 38 Super is not cheap to shoot! I wish they gave you a 3 dot sight set up.
Take a red paint pen to the front sight. You’re welcome.
Well, since I reload, in my case I already had dies, .356" bullets and appropriate powders: ordered some 38 Super +P brass from Starline and I'm good to go at what is basically a 9mm cost per round after the 1st reload! This was a great review with valuable information (a wiggle on the safety, the Ed Brown magazine!)! CHEERS! P.S. Personally I don't let minor machining imperfections that don't really "show" (i.e., inside the slide?), or more importantly, don't affect the function or safety of a firearm bother me in the least. On a Colt or from a true "cu$tom" manufacturer, of course! On a dual caliber 1911 under $600, hardly.
That gun is mirror image of my old delta elite . The slide serrations and the sights look exact.
The name for the Tisas 1911 guns outside the US is _Zig 1911._ It's a reference to _Zigana_ which is a series of original, hammer-fired pistols from Tisas.
The name for the Girsan 1911 pistols are _Yavuz 1911._
Nice. Thanks for the info 🤠
Cool video Matt and cool gun. As you know big 38 Super fan here but having the option of switching to 9mm is a bonus. 9mm as you mentioned much more affordable. The Commander hammer and beavertail are nice touches along with the satin/dull nickel finish. Also for around, I think you said 6 Benjamin's it's like having two guns kinda. Win win! Thanks for another great video Matt!
This one was for you Mike. I know you love the 38 Super. 🤠
A very nice smooth looking 1911 and very accurate to. I had a 1980 Colt 1911 in 45acp that was a polished nickel that I wish I still had. Thanks for the video, Slim.
I just got the 9/38S 1911 haven’t even shot it yet but this review has me excited. Thank you!
You’re welcome 🤠
Got mine today, immediately ran 3 10 round 9mm mags thru it right out of the box right to point of aim, then switched to .38 super and ran 3 mags thru it also to point. Used colt, Wilson and the mags that came with it. The 9mm was Fiocchi ball, the .38 super was both factory ball ammo and my reloads.awesome start
That’s great to hear. 👍🏻
Ok I'm going to have to go look for one
Check Buds Gun Shop. Thats where I got this one 🤠
Now Tisas needs to make a two tone stakeout with 10mm and 40 s&w barrels
Hell yeah brother. Sign me up 🤠
I'd be all over it too
I've said the same before.
Very nice gun and another great review, thanks.
Thank you sir 🤠
Love the finish on this pistol
They used to sell polished ones call Desperado and Renegade...still on Tisas USA...polished 4 1/4 and 5 inch, just can't find them in the wild. Glad they did this.🇺🇸👍🇹🇷
Excellent video. And right on time. Ive been looking at 38Super alot lately. Big Thanks
Nickel is a very delicate finish period. Unless you leave it in the box and never touch it you'll have marks. Nickel Windicators always have a mark on the top strap where they dunk them. When you buy a Tisas 1911 style anything take that cleaning brush out first thing as it just rubs the finish off the slide all day long. I personally love Tisas for what they are, a lower priced alternative that can be carried and used if nessecery. Who's ever ready to lose your stainless Para 14 if you need to use it because you're not getting it back.
looks like a nice pistol, if it was me i would reach out tisas for the marking from machine and buff spots.
I like the no markings too
Machining/tool marks are common on 1911s made during WWII. Manufacturing was fast-tracked during that time, and I feel that machining marks are more of a cosmetic thing more than anything else.
Excellent review, thank you!
I picked up my Stakeout today & the finish marring on the slide, just aft of the ejection port, is caused by that doggone bore brush Tisas jambed into the case lid.
My tisas 1911 was perfect no machining marks 38 super and 9mm for 529.00 when i bought it is a no brainer.
Just shot the the 38super today. Flawless; fmj and jhp. HOWEVER before this after cleaning and oiling, I had to run a 6 magazine cycling of rounds. They didn't cycle at first. You have to let spring do it's job, Don't help it. Anyway, at the range flawless cycling. Very nice gun. Tisas nails it again.all my 45s tisa are flawless from the start
Just found your channel. Great unbiased and knowledgeable review! I learned something which is cool.
Thanks man 🤠
Not trying to be a sceptic here, but it it seems like every gun you shoot in the accuracy rest has awfully well regulated sights, especially the fixed ones! I know I've taken many out of the box and shot them and tend to have some that always seem to hit high, low, let or fight. Now, I may not have the studies hands, but your hits are centered. Are you adjusting at all before the tests?
This video actually answered my questions thanks good content
Glad I could help. Thank you for watching 🤠
I'm so regretting (for a lot of reasons, namely the poor quality) my Kimber .38 Super purchase. It was a train wreck. I'd rather have something from Turkey at that point. Thanks for the video. First time subscriber!
Welcome. Thanks for the comment and thank you for subscribing 🤠
Just picked one up and it’s smooth and finish is nice!
The rub on the slide is identical to the one I just got. It's from that metal brush rubbing against the gun in the box.
Very nice looking
Just recently got my 1st 1911, a springfield ronin in God's caliber. Loving it. Watched so many reviews on tisas, thinking about trying one out. I live in maryville, TN. New home of s&w. Just a stones throw from Knoxville there the tisas location is here. Hmm lol
I am becoming obsessed with Tisas 1911s. The Turks are doing good stuff over there.
Yes sir they are. 🤠
Second time im watching this video im digging that pistol a lot
It’s Super Cool man 🤠
An entire review including the weight, nice, but WTF how much does it cost?
At 9:10 in the video I state the price which was around $570.
@@wyominggunproject my apologies... senior moment
@@joewest2560 no worries buddy 🤠
I love my Tisas 1911s, but Tisas needs to improve the sights on these guns. I'm surprised you didn't have issues with the sights. Nickel plated front and rear sights on a nickel plated gun are useless! WTF? Come on Tisas. You are better than this. At least give us fiber optics or brass bead front sights like on the standard Stakeout.
Agree about the sights.
I bought this sku last week, your video is a good holdover while I wait for it to get out of jail. Thanks! It seemed like a good way to dip my toes in the 1911 world for someone with plenty of 9mm ammo. Love the blanked out slide and feature set.
Was the 9mm mag also an ed brown, or is it a mecgar like the other Tisas skus?
The 9mm mag is a Mec-Gar
Machine marks dont bother me. As long as its functional. I call it character.
I know that when the pistol is brand new you don’t want to see blemishes on the finish. But I’m not so much bothered by that because I carry my 1911 everyday and I work dirty outdoor jobs. So the finishes on my pistols get beat up, knocked around and worn out from the elements, metal shavings and dirt. I take care of my 1911s mechanically, but the finish gets really beat up.
Nicely done review.
Thank you 🙏🏻
Nice weapon 👌
Hope they come out with a Commander size version
That would be amazing
if you want a full guide rod they do not use a standard spring you will have to get one from wolff springs the 38 super will give a 357 run for the money 3 more rounds and better controlablity was known for going through heavy steel car bodies during the 1930s enjoy
Very beautiful, this 1911A1 pistol can use both 38 Super and 9mm ammunition. It looks very useful. Are there any gun shops in Thailand that sell it?
Great video
Waiting for the matte nickel finish in the 45 Stakeout
I think you have sold me on this pistol
👍🏻
Getting one on Monday
Congrats 👍🏻
Did you try ejecting a live round? I jsut pruhased one of these, and .38 Super Aguila factory 130 FMJ is sticking the bullet into the rifling upon chambering. Difficult to extract as a result, and you can see engraving marks from the rifling on the bullet. Also, the ejector is way too long, and will not eject a live round at 1.260" cartridge OAL (Aguila 130 FMJ). I get that this is a dual-calibre set-up with 9mm, but the ejector is not correct for .38 Super.
I have none of those problems. 🤠
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Would love it in a dbl stack frame
Get this and the Tisas double stack then swap the tops...you are still under the Staccato price. Also, the double stack mags are marked 9/38 so win win.👍
wish they sold Tisas 1911 in California.
Do you know if they offer this in a commander size?
I believe they do but I’m not sure it’s in 38 Super. I think it’s 45 ACP
Tbh honest im new to guns idk what 1911 from what brand to get i might get this or a colt classic😅
I have a lot of 1911 reviews on my channel. That might help you make a decision.
I’d suggest a Tisas Service Special. Not very expensive, bullet proof reliability, accurate and won’t cost much. If you decide you are a fan of the 1911 platform you go from there. Start with Tisas. You just can’t beat them for what they offer and their price.
@@joelbabcock2952 exactly 👍🏻
@@joelbabcock2952 yeah ive been thinking about that one too but also the 1911 carry double stack there just soo many options
Can matt nickel be polished??? To a chrome look...
Not sure 🤔
All parts interchangable with normal commander 1911?
Not all parts are interchangeable because it is a full size 5 inch. So the slide and barrel won’t interchange.
@@wyominggunproject yes i went to tisas sight is ejector and extractor different??