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Jul 28, 2010 · I'm attempting to list all current and former 1911 manufacturers. It may not even be possible to create a complete and accurate list, given all the...

Jan 22, 2025 · What are your favorite Colt 1911 Sights? High Viz, 3 dot, Plain black steel? I'm looking into getting new sights for my Colt 1911 Classic. Thanks

6 days ago · If you're used to a heavy double-action or striker-fired trigger and pick up a 1911 its light trigger may surprise you. Flinching is an issue every handgunner must learn to control no matter …

Apr 3, 2025 · I’m 72, started shooting 1911s at age 14. I’ve had a dozen or more over the years but gave up shooting them 20+ years ago. Just started back into shooting them. On a whim I bought an …

Dec 27, 2024 · The modern production 1911 - high visibility sights, beavertail grip safety, aluminum trigger, good trigger pull, enhanced slide/ frame fit, accurized barrel/bushing fit.

Apr 22, 2023 · The scaled down (85% size) Browning 1911-22 and 1911-380 sear spring is a little different. The center leg, the disconnector spring, has a bend in the end where it contacts the …

Feb 4, 2025 · Colt 1911 Manufacture Help Jump to Latest 875 views 17 replies 8 participants last post by 824tsv Feb 19, 2025 D

Jan 26, 2023 · When I decided to buy a 1911 45acp I went to YouTube and read many articles on the web for comparison and reviews. I was considering a Colt at first as it was the lesser price than a …

Feb 17, 2025 · I have many WWII 1911A1’s. This one is unique in that the slide and frame are both marked with the M 1911 A1 U.S. ARMY.