Archive for 1911

Gun of the Week: Para Warthog

Gun of the Week: Para Warthog

November 16, 2012

SIG Sauer Spartan 1911

There are lots of 1911s in the market today, but since its probably the most popular semi-auto pistol in the United States, that is to be expected. However, some 1911s just seem to stand out from the others.

January 19, 2012

Kimber TLE II: The Go-To Gun

Since SWAT gets the toughest calls, their handguns have to handle everything.

September 14, 2011

Top-End Custom 1911s Sell Fast

Wilson Combat can't keep up with orders for their best models.

August 26, 2011

Trigger Pull Weight

I am old-fashioned and still cling to the idea that a handgun is primarily for personal defense and that every shot should be aimed and hit something. I know that there are handgun competitions where a high volume of fire is acceptable. This has led to gun modifications that are not really a good idea.  Trigger pull weight is one such modification. By far, the most common handgun type you'll find in my hands is the 1911 pistol, followed closely by DA/SA revolvers. Both types of guns have SA or DA trigger systems that lend themselves to modification. 

August 22, 2011

Man Returns Stolen 1911 to Medal of Honor Winner

George Berry, 71, returned a once-stolen 1911 to the former Marine who had earned a Medal of Honor with it.

August 15, 2011

I Have This Old Gun: Colt Officer's ACP

I Have This Old Gun: Colt Officer's ACP

July 12, 2011

Askins on the 1911

From the Archives: Charles Askins had a liking, maybe even an affection, for the sturdy old workhorse.

June 22, 2011

Training Combat Pistolmen

In honor of the 125th anniversary of American Rifleman, the following is an excerpt from the July, 1944 issue: Training Combat Pistolmen.

June 15, 2011

Tuning the M1911 for Reliability

With just a few fixes, the 1911 can be made to function flawlessly with self-defense loads.

June 09, 2011

The Trials of the M1911

The adoption of the M1911 came to be through a lengthy trials process and a partnership between Colt’s Mfg. and John Moses Browning.

May 24, 2011

TALO/Colt 21st Century Commander

The Wiley Clapp TALO/Colt Century Commander is nothing short of a modern-day classic.

May 24, 2011

Springfield Range Officer M1911 .45 ACP

The Range Officer is a ready-for-competition 1911 pistol featuring high-end materials, fit and quality at an entry-level price.

May 19, 2011

Para USA PXT 14-45 Limited Long Slide

Hunting with a 1911? Para USA's new Limited Long Slide fits the bill for short- to medium-range targets.

May 17, 2011

SIG Sauer Introduces 1911 TACPAC, 1911-22

New 1911 options from SIG Sauer are focused on affordability and ease of shooting.

May 17, 2011