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Tag: 1911-Type Pistols: Page 3
Weapons
Ruger Introduces 1911-Style Pistol
The single-action, .45-auto Ruger SR1911 arrives with a stainless steel slide, barstock frame, 5-inch barrel and bushing. The slide features rear cocking serrations and a dovetailed three-dot sight system with a Novak rear sight and standard front sight.
April 17, 2011
Weapons
How to Get Your 1911 Ready for Backup Duty
Any backup pistol you carry must be counted on for accuracy, reliability, a crisp trigger, and visible sights. To achieve better accuracy with a 1911, a good barrel, barrel bushing fit and link, and tight slide to frame fit are necessary.
February 16, 2011
Weapons
S&W Introduces Six 1911 E-Series Pistols
Smith & Wesson will introduce six 1911 E-Series pistols that are machined to exacting tolerances and built with a variety of custom features. The 1911 E-Series pistols are designed with a new precision hand-fit trigger and are available in both traditional grips and round-butt models.
January 25, 2011
Weapons
SHOT Show 2011: Para USA Brings 14 1911 Pistols
Para USA will introduce 14 1911-style pistols during the centennial year of the iconic sidearm, including two special-edition versions, the company announced at SHOT Show 2011.
January 18, 2011
Weapons
Kimber Adds Trio of .45 ACP Pistols to TLE Line
Kimber has introduced the Ultra TLE II, Stainless Ultra TLE II and Stainless Pro TLE II pistols chambered in .45 ACP.
January 4, 2011
Weapons
100th Anniversary Colt 1911 One of SHOT Show Auction Guns
A specially engraved Colt 1911 celebrating the 100th anniversary of the sidearm and featuring the Serial Number 1911COLT2011 is being featured as the SHOT Show 2011 auction gun.
December 28, 2010
Weapons
Use Reliable Pistol Magazines
Most firearm owner's manuals cover magazine maintenance. It isn't always necessary to disassemble the entire magazine for cleaning after every range session, but it is necessary to wipe the follower and lips with a cotton patch or cloth after every range session.
December 27, 2010
Weapons
Wilson Combat Produces Centennial 1911 Pistol
The company announced the 1911: The New Wilson Combat Contemporary Classic pistol on its blog, saying it has built "a modern version of what Browning might have originally envisioned."
December 20, 2010
Weapons
Remington Model R1 1911 Pistol
One of the newest manufacturers of 1911s,
Remington
is actually an old hand at making these pistols. Recently, I had the chance to field test a preproduction Remington R1 1911.
November 4, 2010
Weapons
Is the 1911 Still Viable for Law Officers?
The main reason the M1911 is so successful is its grip angle. It's a natural pointer. The pistol takes advantage of the hand's natural geometry to promote accuracy, and the angle also makes the gun a pleasure to shoot. Having said that, certain steps must be taken to make the M1911 ready for carry.
September 29, 2010
Weapons
Practicing With a .22 Target Pistol
Most officers have incorporated the .22 at some point during their careers or may have become familiar with it during their youth through informal target practice and plinking. For those who want to improve their qualification scores and increase their confidence on the street, an effective next step is a dedicated target pistol designed around the .22 cartridge.
June 8, 2010
Weapons
How to Clear a Jammed 1911 Pistol
A balky 1911 .45 ACP is brought to heel by a young tactical officer who possesses great skill at executing a "tap and rack" maneuver to overcome a weapon malfunction. Worn out feed lips or other magazine issues often cause these malfunctions.
May 27, 2010
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