To be taken seriously in any high-stakes 1911 debate, you must know when to raise an eyebrow in approval and when to scoff. And if you want to raise the collective blood pressure and volume level of everyone in the room, just say three words: “polymer framed 1911”. Okay, the last one was really a number, but you know what I mean. But, with a gun like the Witness 1911P from EAA, we may want to reconsider this reaction.
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A Plastic 1911? The EAA Witness 1911P .45 ACP—Full Review.
Published: December 19, 2016 { 10 comments }
SIG’s New 1911 BB Pistol Released Just in Time for XMAS
Published: November 23, 2016 { 3 comments }“When it comes to shooting, consistent training is invaluable, whether you are a member of law enforcement, the military or are a responsible citizen carrying to protect your family,” said Max Michel, Jr., captain of Team SIG.
Justin Opinion – STI Hex Tactical, To Attend Sig Sauer Academy, National Reciprocity & More! #Xmas2016
Published: November 22, 2016 { 8 comments }I’ll share my Christmas list with you, just for fun – or in case you’re looking for ideas of your own to begin hinting at – or maybe because there is an enthusiast on your list and you need ideas. Whatever the interest, here are the top five that come to mind for me this season.
Remington Showcases New ‘RP45’ and Longslide 10mm 1911
Published: October 26, 2016 { 29 comments }Remington’s new handguns include a polymer-framed ,striker-fired double-stack pistol chambered for .45 ACP and the a longslide 1911 chambered for 10mm Auto.
Clay Martin: Marine Special Operators Trash 1911 for Glock 19!
Published: October 4, 2016 { 187 comments }Finally, even the dinosaurs over at Mother Corps have woken up to the facts. The 1911 is a terrible choice for a combat handgun…
Gear Review: Handy AR-15, 1911 and Shotgun Micro MultiTools for under $20
Published: September 28, 2016 { 3 comments }We take a look at three Real Avid keychain multitools for ARs, 1911s and shotguns. These lightweight tools are easy on the wallet and make great gifts.
‘Spectacular’ Remington Bicentennial Celebration Set at Auction
Published: September 22, 2016 { 9 comments }Remington is celebrating two centuries of business with a gorgeous trio of their best designs with their Bicentennial Set at auction with James D. Julia.
An Everyday Carry .50? Guncrafter Industries Custom No. 3 FRAG 1911
Published: August 26, 2016 { 48 comments }The commander-sized No. 3 FRAG pistol from Guncrafter Industries brings some heavy-duty firepower to an EDC-ready 1911 pistol.
Best of a Bad Situation: .22s for Self-Defense?
Published: July 28, 2016 { 63 comments }Ultimately the only good reason to go with .22 for self-defense is that it is your last, best, and only option. The truth is that it’s rarely the only option.
Weapon Light or Flashlight? The Answer is Obvious.
Published: July 21, 2016 { 22 comments }If you focus on any aspect of gun culture long enough, you’ll find that it’s all up for debate. 9mm v. .45, AR v. AK … flashlight v. weapon light.