Tisas 1911 Carry: Budget 1911 Pistol Review - Need Break-In?

The Tisas 1911 Carry is the one 1911 pistols I will regularly use as a concealed carry pistol. This budget 1911 is very reliable and fun to shoot at the range. It is important to break-in your 1911 pistols and making sure they are running flawlessly before putting them into your concealed carry rotation.
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[@alexg2933]

Took me about 300 rounds to fully break in my 1911’s. I also learned with 1911’s that if you don’t have a quality magazine, you’re bound to have problems. Both my 1911’s now run flawlessly with my Wilson Combat 47D mags.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Magazines play a big role

[@kentuck1387]

WILSON or MEGGARS, Their are a few others but the previous are best IMHO 💯

[@SailfishSoundSystem]

MECGAR or Colt mags seems to work well in a few 1911s I've used.

[@totljag1]

Are u using 47D 7 round or 8 Round magazines ?

[@WorldV1ralDa1ly]

i bought a springfield never had any issues ever. i regret not recording the first 4 magazines i fed. ran flawless

[@garyK.45ACP]

I can save you money on the "break in". I currently own 6 1911s and counting. 3 Colts, 2 Kimbers, 1 Charles Daly (Armscorp made, so same as RIA, Citadel, etc.) and they all run perfectly with every load I put through them...and 99% of those loads are cast lead bullet handloads for practice. 1. Whatever magazine they come with, leave it in the box. I use ONLY Wilson 47D mags. I have 2 Wilson mags for each "type". So, 2 full size mags and 2 Officer's size mags. They are interchangeable with al, the 1911s and you can only shoot one at a time. Get as many as you like, but they will work in multiple 1911s. 2. Polish the feed ramp mirror bright with a Dremel tool and a FELT polishing bob with "Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish" DO NOT Use abrasive wheels, only the felt bob and the fine compound. Don't have a Dremel? Get one. 3. Remove the extractor and do one of two things...replace it with a Wilson Combat "bulletproof" extractor OR carefully polish the hook with the aforementioned polishing compound and a piece of fabric (a cleaning patch wrapped around a small piece of wood or plastic works well). As for me...I change the extractor. Much easier, and extractors aren't expensive. When you are done, put some empty FIRED cases in your magazine and test them by racking the slide. They should feed perfectly. ALL my 1911s will feed empty cases through the magazine flawlessly. All of this will cost you less than 300 rounds of .45 ACP ammo (even if you have to buy a Dremel) and take less time than driving to the range and back. Another consideration for IMPORTED "Series 70" pistols like the Tisas. These pistols pass the mandatory drop safe test by installing an extra heavy firing pin spring AND an extra heavy hammer spring (mainspring) to overcome the firing pin spring. This beats the drop test with just the cost of 2 springs. That's good for a pistol trying meet a particular price point, but it leaves you with a trigger pull worse than a Series 80 pistol has. Simple fix...swap the hammer spring (mainspring) for a standard weight spring (I used a 15# spring in my Charles Daly to replace the factory 23# spring) replace the firing pin spring with a standard spring, replace the recoil spring with a standard spring (I use a 17# spring, but get one that matches the loads you will be using) AND replace the firing pin with a Wilson Combat "bullet proof" Titanium firing pin (be sure to measure the tip and get the right diameter) All for about $50 and a few minutes work to change springs. You will have a slide that is easier to rack and have reduced your trigger pull AND make it easier to remove and replace the firing pin for cleaning. PS I do not work for Wilson Combat, I have just been very pleased with their products, so I stick with them.

[@BoomStickTactical]

If I was interested in saving money, I wouldn't be into guns. 😂

[@swkohnle08]

Good video. I don't own a Tisas but most of the reviews I have seen give it high marks for quality and reliability. I agree completely that modern 1911's need a break-in period. I have Kimber, Springfield Armory and one vintage Colt Government Series 70, all in .45 acp. I daily carry a Springfield Mil-Spec in .45 and have over 1000 rounds through it to date. Always enjoy your videos Sir. Thanks.

[@BoomStickTactical]

They're great guns

[@mrshifter8220]

Not saying 1911's don't need a break in period, but myself I have never done one per say.......I have four Tisas 1911 models, two Girsan's and one ATI, all Government 70 series.......I do not have this one. I have shot various JHP's right out the box (after breakdown and lubed) and not had an issue. Two are carry .45's but I do not use as a carry. I do not keep JHPs loaded for any of them. 1911's are made for ball ammo (unless I'm just old school) and that's what I keep in them and the spare mags. Enjoyed your video fellow Patriot!

[@BoomStickTactical]

Different guns will perform differently. All of them will smooth out over time.

[@mrmann44]

My Girsan MC 1911 needed about 100 rounds and a Wilson Combat mag before it was reliable. The 1st couple boxes would jam twice a mag, than once a mag, then on the last round, then all good.

[@ericbergfield6451]

I own Tisas's (berettta 84 clone), in 380ACP, & the craftsmanship is superb. I was just at their website today & noticed they make 1911's, news to me!

[@BoomStickTactical]

They're great 1911s

[@2Afreedomrange]

Great review in my opinion you can’t beat the Tisas 1911 for price and reliability.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Thanks. These things are great

[@Roboticdoughbull3k]

They don't look too friggin shabby on fit finish either, for sure. Im getting one soon, probably just the service or maybe Service special. Depending on availability I'd buy the US Army variant but i won't sacrifice that 3/4" of barrel for carry edition models as I want all the velocity possible from 45acp, or 45 Super would run fine with a proper recoil spring and full length guide. Gotta arm up now day's, especially before this current globalist / communistic administration should try to albeit temporarily infringe us of that ability through their false flags ang gun grab agenda. Happy carry and defense out there fellas, it's getting crazier and crazier.

[@daleclark3138]

Ordered this today for $555. Not my first TISAS but my first one in stainless steel. Better overall quality than RIA and sometimes less expensive. Good video.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Thanks Dale. These are great guns. Please subscribe and check out my channel. I've got several videos on Tisas

[@RedEyePergo]

I think cheaper production 1911s in theory should be more reliable than expensive hand fit ones because of looser tolerances . Same reason Glocks and most polymer guns are so reiable because theyre loose af so plenty of space for carbon and oil sludge to build up without gumming up the action

[@BoomStickTactical]

The fit on Tisas 1911's is as close to custom as you can get. The tolerances on them are literally as tight as my Kimbers.

[@VictorMartinez-vw3gj]

My Springfield 45 ACP was broken in 1,000 rounds (couldn't get through a box of 50 without multiple malfunctions). My rock Island 2011 has zero malfunctions and no break in. It was half the price of the Springfield.

[@scotchnstogies5618]

My brother gifted me this exact gun a while back. I noticed it is pretty picky with which hollow point rounds it likes. But with basic bitch ball ammo of just about any kind, it runs flawless. If I’m going to carry it, I’m carrying FMJ. I have 2 Wilson combat 8 round mags and a Kimber 10 round mag and they work just perfectly with ball ammo.

[@BoomStickTactical]

It will get looser and will cycle many hallow points if you use a good magazine.

[@scotchnstogies5618]

@@BoomStickTactical I’m using Wilson combat and Kimber mags. And my brother had already put a couple thousand rounds through it over the years. I Just ordered a Wilson Combat replacement recoil spring for it as well.

[@lens7859]

very nice. I have the Tisas M1a , the military replica. Not one malfunction in about 750 rounds. Went with it for my first 1911 because I did not know if I would like the platform. Well, I am hooked. Want another in 9mm to carry and a carry in 45. Will be looking on GunBroker tonite.

[@BoomStickTactical]

1911s are addictive

[@cliftonwhittaker260]

I have the Tisas 1911 Stingray Carry .45 ACP. Only have 100 rds through it now and have added two Wilson Combat Will-Rog magazines. Looking forward to my next trip to the range. It is fun to shoot and the accuracy is very pleasing with one hand or two.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Tisas makes great 1911s

[@Newtire]

Have a Girsan that I bought at our local Bi-Mart and only complaint(s) I have are the proprietary sight dovetails that ruin my choice of replacing the rear sight with something adjustable and its heavy trigger. I had to buy a shorter front sight to bring the impact point up and the price was ridiculously high from Dawson. It is reliable and accurate though. I go to pick up my Tisas tomorrow though so I will have another one that's a little more flexible as far as sight options. I love shooting my 1911. It brings back memories of my younger days serving in the USN. I carried one on the weapons security watch and never had to use it in anger. I did pull it out during a drill one time but only shot one a couple of times at the range. Now, I get to cast my own bullets, load my own ammo and go to our nice outdoor range whenever I can get away. Only wish I had the get up and go that I had in my 20's! Adding 53 years to 20 slowed me down a bit.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Thanks for watching

[@tyemiller6204]

About a little over a year ago, I purchased a Tisas 45BR full size from a private sale…I have several hundreds rounds,.. not to break in…but because I love shooting the thing…with no issues at all….I dont know if it’s just this particular pistol….but, this 1911 is one of the tightest 1911 I have owned….including the Ruger SR1911….When I was in the navy….we were qualifying with Remington Rands 1911, that rattle like crazy….However, this Tisas 1911 is awesome…barely a rattle….I have since converted it to 40 Super with a 6” ported barrel from BarSto….the results have been great…been able to launch a 220 grain bullet at 1283 fps average with this gun…I am ok with this, it’s my primary trail/woods and soon to be used for hunting deer, as well as, for bear defense here in Montana. Thank you for this video.,..only confirms my own experiences with this $550 firearm….that at least for me, has been worth price and experience.

[@BT2SS]

I’ve seen several guys say to replace the safety detent spring with one from Wilson Combat for abou $4-$5 and it give it a more positive click on and off.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Yes it will.

[@Milkman3572000]

As reported by others... My new 10mm 1911 took about 400rds b4 It started to purr. Over 700 before I trusted it. Mag and ammo choices definitely matter. There are some great videos on this subject. Glock 20 will shoot anything well. The 1911 needs a certain shaped bullet to feed reliably.

[@BoomStickTactical]

And good mags

[@MegaAli213]

That Tina's is nice, prefer it over the Rock Island. I chose a kimber and it's pretty solid. Desert Storm Veteran.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Thanks for your service. I'm sure you're very familiar with carrying a 1911 then.

[@ed5042]

I have been very lucky along with my two buddies. We have four Tisas 1911's; 3@45acp, one 9. I am shocked regarding the accuracy of these pistols. We had no break in required, no issues at all. We only have about 200 rounds per pistol to date. HOWEVER, my NIB Kimber Target 2 in 38 super took about 50 rounds before function became flawless. We start at 5 yards 3-5 rounds better be a ragged hole and poa poi. Then we move back 5 yards at a time doing same. At 15 yards I can achieve easily less than 2 inch 5 round groups with all four. VERY happy.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Tisas is making some great 1911's I've got a couple new videos about them.

[@Bill23799]

The short barrel reminds me of the Detonics Combat Master .45 I once owned. I loved that handgun. It was like an extension of my hand. I believe John Rourke would give this his seal of approval.

[@BoomStickTactical]

These are great guns.

[@chrisrogers1754]

I picked up this same pistol about 4 months ago. My first 1911. I've ran about 350 + rounds thru it straight out of the box without a cleaning. I had a few problems with it not loading rounds. Even with wilson combat magazines. After I cleaned her up, she's slick! Seems tisas is putting out some good budget pistols. Thinking about adding the tisas 1911 stingray, or taking the plunge on a Bul armory sas II TAC. 🤷‍♂️

[@BoomStickTactical]

They are great guns

[@garageguy879]

I agree with you,,1911's do need some break-in periods.I posted a video on this same model and it worked well.I am going to put more rounds down the pipe & see how it turns out.Expecting good things from this Tisas.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Also use good mags

[@bruceesterline3170]

I pick up mine today 😊

[@BoomStickTactical]

Congratulations. They're great guns

[@jonleone777]

I have the same model but blue. I put the first 75 rounds through if the other day. I had at least 12 occasions that the slide would nof go fully into battery. Upon inspection it appears the cartridge rim is not going smoothly up behind the extractor. I put a small radius on the extractor and polished it up. We will sed how if does next time out. Also noted that each ejdcted case was getting a fairly good dent midway down case. Appears to be hitting the sharp corner just above thd scallop at the back of the ejection port. Not really sure how to fix it.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Possibly a different recoil spring could help.

[@jonleone777]

Yes. That will be the next thing if the polish job dosnt work.

[@ClayWilliams-wp1kk]

Yes I'm a fan of tisas I'm working on owning all of them!

[@BoomStickTactical]

They're nice

[@Algemene]

Just ordered the the black railed version in 9mm of this firearm online today for $423. I assume it's an upgrade as it will come in a hard case with 2 Mags. I've heard/seen the older Tisas come with 1 mag and in a cardboard box. Can't wait to get my hands on it though, hopefully I have good luck with mines so that I will be able to carry it as you do yours.

[@BoomStickTactical]

You should be fine. They're great guns

[@MrPearlsareforever]

Nice looking pistol I recently picked up the GI field grade 5" 1911 and like it well enough.

[@BoomStickTactical]

I've got the A1 also. Recently did a video of it

[@kwel5]

I'm a first time 1911 owner. I just bought the Tisas 1911 9mm Stingray Carry. I have a problem with the slide release. After the mag empties and the slide locks back, I drop the mag and insert another, but the slide release will not function and allow the slide to return forward and chamber a round. I have only 100 rounds through the pistol. Is this a break-in issue, or is it a defect?

[@BoomStickTactical]

Does it work without a magazine in it? If it doesn't, there may be an issue. 1911s can be stiff until broken in.

[@kwel5]

@@BoomStickTactical It will work if I drop the magazine. But now, the thumb safety doesn't work. It will cock but not lock.

[@jerkchicken1050]

Recieved my tisas stainless carry 1911 ss45, less than 500 rounds and the slide broke in two pieces behind the front sight. Firing standard 230 grains ball winchester. And less than a dozen +p liberty ammunition civil defense for testing. Blew up on the first shot of ball ammo after about 100 rounds in for the day. Not really sure what to make of it.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Send it back. I've never heard of any of them doing that.

[@royvinator7038]

Thanks for the video, which 1911 would you chose? Tisas , Girsan, or Rock Island. They all seem to be about the same price. Thanks again.

[@BoomStickTactical]

You can't go wrong with either of those three. I would go with the one that had the features I wanted most. I assume the ones you're looking at have a few differences.

[@royvinator7038]

@@BoomStickTactical Thank you for your reply.

[@markthompson1301]

I have that very same gun but I have not had the chance to shoot it yet trying to find a local gun range is the problem

[@BoomStickTactical]

Its a fun gun to shoot.

[@brucelund5788]

Just put the first 55 rounds through my Tisas SS Duty with the factory mags, no oil no nothin, right out of the box, PERFORMED FLAWLESSY, Film at 11 :{)

[@BoomStickTactical]

They're great guns

[@favor4afavor823]

55 rounds?

[@brucelund5788]

@@favor4afavor823 Yes, was kinda running out of time, but this gun is excellent

[@Tony-sf4ic]

I was curious if you have changed any of the internal parts like springs or firing pin. Or is it completely all factory. It is really a nice looking gun those grips set it off.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Still factory except for the grips

[@bionichustla100]

What particular model is this. I don’t see it on the website

[@joewest1972]

Nice review, for me I would really have liked it if after you said budget and very affordable, you thought to mention what neighborhood of affordable you're talking about. Also, for carry guns I look forward to hearing what the weight is. Neither imo are unreasonable and both are pertinent to your specific review.

[@BoomStickTactical]

You rarely find a good 1911 for $400 but that's close what this gun cost me. It runs well above the price I paid for it.

[@jonleone777]

I pick up my commander length tisas for 329.00

[@ImThugNasty420]

You can find the basic gi models in the 200-300 range, these models that have the "beaver tail" safety, and upgraded sights + or - other features you can find in the 300-600 range depending of your finish and caliber

[@MegaAli213]

I recommend at least 200 rounds for the break in period, especially for a 1911, it's masterpiece and the most globally replicated firearm in the world.

[@BoomStickTactical]

They are a classic.

[@steven3379]

Nice pistol! Whats a good 1500 - 2000.00 5" 10mm 1911? Or a couple of recommendations..

[@BoomStickTactical]

For that price you could get a Dan Wesson or possibly a Les Bear if you look around

[@jak6258]

Dan Wesson Kodiak 10

[@rogerscott8321]

How many rounds did you go through before you hit what you believed to be "broken in"? I've got a duty size tisas that im working through the break-in period with right now. I'm not concerned with buying and shooting up ammo, just genuinely curious.

[@BoomStickTactical]

It seemed to cycle jhp well after a couple hundred rounds, at least for me to feel comfortablewith. Make sure you use good mags.

[@rogerscott8321]

@BoomStickTactical I'm somewhere near the 400 round mark right now. I've got a couple cheaper magazines mixed in with my lot, and I can definitely tell when I run them. I'd like to get this thing to the point of being reliable enough to carry.

[@BoomStickTactical]

@@rogerscott8321 try some Sig mags as well as Wilson

[@Bill23799]

I just did the FFL transfer on the new Tisas ( correct pronunciation Ti-SASH with emphasis on second syllable ) 1911A1 US Army .45 WG . I bought it from Sportsman's Outdoors Superstore online for $349.99 FREE shipping. It came with two 7 round magazines, arched mainspring housing, Cerakote finish to resemble Parkerized finish and the WG stands for Wooden Grips ( Turkish Walnut ). It also comes with an additional set of plastic grips which would be more period correct for 1911A1. Everything packed nicely in a plastic case with cleaning brush, Cleaning rod, and bushing removal tool. The Wooden Grips are nice but I replaced them with a new/old stock set of Pachmayr Signature rubber grips, not wraparound. The 7 round Mags are made by Mecgear and made in Italy. They will need a little break in time as loading the seventh round is a little hard with those strong magazine springs. My only real issue is the really tight spring on the Mag release . I realise it may ride up with wear as they use to say in the Men's Ready to Wear department at Grace Brother's Department Store But I went another way. I purchased on Ebay a Wolf's #3 strength Mag release spring for $6.00 shipped.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Tisas makes sense great 1911s

[@bionichustla100]

This is Glock 19 size. Right?

[@BoomStickTactical]

It is slightly thinner than the 19 but very close otherwise.

[@cavalierx6099]

Why are the serrations so... scuzzy? Is that belly button lint or gunk? Do you own a lint free rag? Ick.

[@BoomStickTactical]

My guns get used and will get dirty because of it.

[@settleschris1965]

Has anyone checked out the Girsan mc35 pi? Looking at it or the Tisas 1911.

[@BoomStickTactical]

From everything I've seen, they seem to be a good gun

[@ed5042]

'back in the day', oh yes, it was a guarantee you needed four or more boxes and hope the ejector was tuned, trigger had no hitch, lockup was aligned etc. Buying a factory stock 1911 was a guarantee to spend almost the purchase price for sights, tuning etc before you could rely on it. Brings back cringe worthy memories. Stayed away from them for years. Until now!

[@BoomStickTactical]

There's a lot of good affordable ones on the market today.

[@jeffreyhall838]

OK

[@BoomStickTactical]

k

[@LUVDOGS1954]

why ride the slide forward at all?

[@BoomStickTactical]

To show how much it has broken in.

[@TheRealZJE313]

Well the Metro Arms 1911s are better and the same PRICE .I have the Bobcut and American classic 2.

[@BoomStickTactical]

I've not had any experience with those

[@TheRealZJE313]

@@BoomStickTactical What!!!!!!! So u know nothing about the 1911s made in the Philippines?

[@BoomStickTactical]

@@TheRealZJE313 there are several different ones made there like RIA

[@SailfishSoundSystem]

Any kid that had a BB gun knew it had a break in period after 500 rounds.

[@BoomStickTactical]

A lot of kids obviously didn't have one judging by many of the comments here.

[@SailfishSoundSystem]

@@BoomStickTactical @BoomStick Tactical Lol! I agreed. You can't fix stupid man, don't even try. My TISAS has break in time in the manual of around 200 rounds I think. The originals weren't lubed from the factory very well and you had some of the stainless rub off where the slide meets the frame and would cause the gun to lock up. It basically would make micro ball bearings. Most of them are stainless steel with cold hammer forged barrels. My Duty model is a tack driver and is also Ceracoated. It's as accurate as my CZ at 7 yards. 20 yards, pretty good at center mass. With some practice I bet I can get it the same. It's an excellent firearm for the price and it feeds hollow points well (SIG V-Crown work well), unlike a Colt Series 70 that it was based off. No drop safety, since that didn't come along until series 80, however the trigger is better on a series 70. Pick your poison.

[@Thelubbockraider]

How much u pay?

[@BoomStickTactical]

You can find them between 5 and 6 hundred around here.

[@benzocapone2730]

@thelubbockraider Classic firearms sells them for $399 just ordered mine a few days ago late in the evening and shipped the next morning around 8am kinda impressive I definitely recommend them

[@kentuck1387]

ALL WEAPONS NEED À BREAK IT PERIOD, 200RDS AT LEAST, EVEN GLOCKS ❤️

[@BoomStickTactical]

Yep

[@blackops8996]

Nah

[@derfaschist9687]

Tisas is more durable than kimbers

[@BoomStickTactical]

They are very good guns.

[@williamheizer1891]

Support the enemy, buy now.

[@BoomStickTactical]

Exactly where was your phone or tablet made?