History of WWI Primer 183: US Colt 1911 Documentary

[@maewinchester2030]

The Road to the 1911: Colt 1900: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHyViqOBqriceZo Colt 1902: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nH-xpZ6LfLt7a9U Colt 1905: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqOZpZiFqMRjhac Colt 1907/09: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5KWdWajitGZo80 Colt 1909: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXiaZJd_dqqJlZY

[@nickg4422]

Long road!

[@HaikuPanda]

It’s finally here

[@allangibson8494]

Still waiting on the Kongsberg M1914 & FN Grand Browning…

[@remko1238]

… i watched each at least 3 times 🙈

[@tenofprime]

I just did a quick round addition and it is approximately 8 hours in videos with this one included, I have watched them before and fully intend to again.

[@taofledermaus]

Great, long-awaited episode but unfortunately it will cause the world to end tomorrow.

[@MartinCHorowitz]

No the end of the world is after part 3

[@themandan4000]

I've been waiting long enough.

[@samiam619]

@@MartinCHorowitzAre you sure we don’t have to wait for Gun Jesus to return from Heaven bringing John Browning with him?

[@MartinCHorowitz]

@@samiam619 That is in part 2

[@randymagnum143]

Meh. I didn't have any plans.😂

[@rmod42]

Really good of the C&R team to bring lesser known models to light.

[@michaelmoorrees3585]

Yes, everybody's been waiting for the 1911 video, but all those preceding iterations, made for a great series of videos, leading up to this not rare, but still, iconic "Holy Grail" !

[@MemorialRifleRange]

Indeed, how interesting, never heard of this one before...

[@johnreist4558]

​@@MemorialRifleRangeWhat is this gimmicky design? The 1911... never heard of it! It will never catch on!😆

[@brenteichel7661]

Single stack? How nouveau riche

[@chpet1655]

This one is new to me I’m actually really interested in how odd this gun looks. We’ve never seen something like this before kinda explains though why it never caught on 😏

[@benjidowning2609]

It’s crazy how often they make a video on firearms that I had no idea existed, like this one!

[@Matt-xc6sp]

One of them Unremembered Firearms

[@HappyMan0203]

A true forgotten gem.

[@jacobmaker8833]

Every two weeks I look forward to their next release

[@abstractapproach634]

Yeah, I'm surprised they even no about good ol' Jo Mo Bro We're really getting into the weeds to avoid WW2 Era productions. Like come on othias, the air force carbine with the longer mag is one thing. But the obscure "1911" offshoot, really now; smh.

[@JWsGarage]

I find that very Interesting and wonder if it’s generational? as most in my peer group are very familiar with the 1911 of that group I’d say 20-30% know it’s history.

[@theoldenfield4106]

"After almost 9 years in development, hopefully it will have been worth the wait." (Sees the 2 hour run time) This is gonna be a BIG story.

[@tenofprime]

I remember Othias talking about how at first he expected it to not be a long list.

[@maewinchester2030]

@@tenofprime You've been around for a LONG time then my friend.

[@rogainegaming6924]

Worth the weight.

[@galenmarek8287]

@@rogainegaming6924agreed, heavy info here

[@DuStKalle]

I am an old man, and I thought I may never to see that ultimate moment of this channel. I feel like crying.😭

[@jessestreet2549]

same. holding back tears of joy as i type.

[@solomongrundy9735]

🫂

[@beargillium2369]

Can't wait for ar15

[@jessestreet2549]

@@beargillium2369 since they're still in the 19 teens, i wouldn't hold my breath.

[@beargillium2369]

@@jessestreet2549 isn't it from 1915?

[@berrie-nice-to-meet-you]

Huh, what an oddball pistol. Something like this would never catch on

[@abstractapproach634]

"automatic pistols" imagine how they would fair on horseback.

[@Edax_Royeaux]

@@abstractapproach634 Clearly the LeMat hybrid shotgun-revolver is the way of the future.

[@abstractapproach634]

And you tell me I can't shoot it with my middlefinger whilst resting my index on the slide! No deal.

[@johnd2058]

Really dropped the ball on the 1900's no-switch pistol-whip clubworthiness.

[@davidbrennan660]

The Cavalry were right...... wheel guns are the way forward .....for sure....

[@TenaciousTrilobite]

1:13:00 - It's me. I'm the debater. York's division was issued the M1917, and he mentions that fact in his writings, but in a letter written by York to his old comrade James P. Cooper on Sept 20, 1920, York states: "Say James do you remember that little Springfield rifle that you gave me as we went up to the front line. That is the rifle that I did my shooting with. I used it and my Colts pistol." From what I'm told, James was transferred into York's regiment from a regular Army unit to help fill it out. The regular units were all issued 1903s.

[@oolooo]

We have been waiting 8 years for this moment .

[@Ben_not_10]

But hey atleast the length and breadth of this series on the 1911s development has definitely helped to dispel some myths about the 1911 and it’s handling

[@chooseyouhandle]

almost as long as it took for Colt and Browning to develop the 1911

[@maewinchester2030]

@@chooseyouhandle Greatness takes time.

[@rocksandoil2241]

Thanks! Hard not to love a 1911... Only the Browning Hi-Power is up there with the 1911.

[@bunkstagner298]

But the Hi-Power is a 9n/n makes a smaller hole. It is a nice gun but cannot compete with the 1911.

[@johnwestenberger6241]

@@bunkstagner298it also holds twice as many rounds with about half the weight moving a lot faster. More ft/lbs per magazine in the hi-power.

[@GarrettDemersM]

I would agree, and even then it's in many ways an improved 1911 but it comes almost 25 years later down the road.

[@WALTERBROADDUS]

​@@bunkstagner298 disagree.

[@ronaldbrown5745]

The Hi-Power is what Browning thought the 1911 should have been.

[@Mustang6971]

Finally the moment all firearm enthusiasts have been waiting for

[@Vehrec]

I mean, I wanted this to be their final episode, the one to end the project. You know, keep promising it forever, and then present it at the very last moment.

[@selmevias1383]

All Americans ones, no one else is particularly fanatical about this specific piece of firearm outside of the states.

[@zoiders]

Not really.

[@planescaped]

I dunno, my favorite episodes are on the obscure and weird stuff. Be nice though for a breath of fresh air when we get to WW2. Man, I remember Othias saying on the podcast late last year to expect the first WW2 episode spring of 2023. lol. I'm expecting it to come after the 1911, it's basically the capstone to WW1.

[@wolfthegreat87]

@@Vehrec Personally I'm glad it's out of the way, now I know that every future episode is going to surprise me with a gun I've never heard of before.

[@ketchman8299]

Finally, the full 1911 episode. Only way I will complain is if it is only 17 minutes long.

[@Havok0159]

From the sounds of it these 2 hours are just the beginning too.

[@panzerabwerkanone]

1911 minutes long.

[@awokado5710]

It's crazy how much time, dedication and effort it took for C&R team to create this episode. Huge respect!

[@bigmike9947]

WE MAKING IT OUT OF THE TRENCHES WITH THIS ONE 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@ToeJuice]

Never heard of this one, must be a very obscure and unknown gun

[@scott2836]

Kind of surprised that this isn’t on Ian’s Forgotten Weapons channel. The collaboration opportunity seems ideal.

[@tenofprime]

It looks kind of like that colt 1900 they covered a bit ago, probably coincide.

[@csm5040]

@@scott2836there is a video on Forgotten Weapons about the development of the 1911

[@chpet1655]

@@tenofprime don’t be silly nothing to do with it you’ll see

[@johnd2058]

Whacky stuff and calibers back then, real anime-looking stuff.

[@michaelgarcia4035]

I was honestly a little disappointed this episode wasn't on the well-known Schmitt Rubin's. But hearing the inspiring story of this humble little firearm and small manufacturer is incredibly heartwarming to see.

[@vitoscaletta7151]

This is a certified Colt Classic

[@JackofNothingess]

Ha! I see what you did there. Take my like and get out please.

[@ericmckinley7985]

DAYUM SON whered you find this? We makin it out of Hartford with this one 👌

[@RockIslandAuctionCompany]

I'm calling in sick the rest of the day to watch this.

[@palerider7171]

For I moment time stood still and I had to contemplate if this was really the 1911 or another “before we get there ‘s one more iteration we have to cover” episode. It been a long road, I know you endured a lot comment and complaints but it was worth the wait. Thanks!

[@demos113]

Our patience rewarded, many thanks C&Rsenal for all of this. 🙂👍

[@Themortician123]

Othias you have almost given us the development of the 1911 in real time we've waited so long. Its not a dig you guys are awesome, that means you too bruno. You da real MVP.

[@keithcarpenter5254]

The animation, whether done in cad or an art package, is absolutely superb.

[@andythem320guy9]

It's been 84 years... And we are finally here. Glad to have been here since the c96 video. Worth all these years of support. And I'll wait patiently for more.

[@il6993]

The time has finally come!

[@canicheenrage]

To say that one was awaited by many would be quite an understatement.

[@Johnny-jr2lq]

This video has answered so many questions about my own 1914 vintage 1914. I was told by a couple 1911 forums my pistol was just a parts gun. Seems that’s not the case at all whatsoever. I was also told that since my pistol is just a parts gun it’s only worth 700 to 800 bucks. Not that price is a big deal it was just they were trying to act like my pistol was nothing special. I don’t care who you are a pistol that dates back to 1914 is special. It’s literally 3 years after the original 1911 was released. I’ll never get rid of this pistol it’s simply the coolest thing ever to me.

[@danschneider9921]

This video is like chasing after a pretty lady- feels good that you finally scored- yet a little depressing that the anticipation and chase is over...

[@sgtmoose1942]

John Moses Browning really was a genius. Not only is the 1911 functional, it's also gorgeous. Companies would not still be making it over 100 years later if it wasn't good.

[@literallyshaking8019]

He was a genius among geniuses. So many of his designs and ideas are being used well over a century later, and there’s no arguing that the 1911 is one of the most aesthetically pleasing “machines” man has ever created. Like a Fender Stratocaster or Coke Bottle, it’s just a perfect blend of form and function.

[@jamescooper2618]

And all the Glock fanboys call the 1911 a piece of junk. LOL

[@craigthescott5074]

@@jamescooper2618well they drive Priuses to so…

[@matthewraubenheimer9403]

I own a 1913 1911 Colt service .45. Can still dust a gnat’s ass at 25 yards with it. Rarely shoot but I actually shot it a couple months ago. It was my great grandfather’s WWl service pistol. Back in those days you could purchase your service pistol once your service obligations were over. He did that. It has 18 little tic marks on it for all the targets he successfully engaged during his involvement in trench warfare. I am the 4th member of my family to own this pistol. Myself & all previous family members were all veterans of military service. My grandfather gave me this wonderful piece when he started to get too old to even responsibly have a gun. My father was never in the military, so he got skipped over & I got it instead, in keeping with the tradition of staying in veteran hands. He was a little mad but he got over. Certainly my most prized possession. Love that pistol.

[@user-tm8tm6qf2c]

Thanks!

[@Ashcrash82]

My first 1911 is a Remington R1 Enhanced that I found in a used gun case a few years back. I hadn't actually shot one before, and my very first range trip with I immediately understood its popularity. Despite its heft, it is so naturally balanced as to practically point itself back on target after each shot. After enjoying the R1 for a few years, I was greatly pleased to be able to get one of the surplus units from the CMP last year, and now have a genuine GI 1911A1 (although mine is a very late production, 1945 Ithaca frame w/RR slide, it is most definitely the real deal).

[@anameofsomesort959]

Get home from work just in time to see something every sub has been waiting a long time for. Thanks, Othais!

[@paulmicelli5819]

First introduced to this weapon at Fort Ord, CA in 1968 while in US Army. Fine weapon, used in Nam '68, helped bring me back home.

[@TheBradleyClarke]

I hope this video brings more people to the C&Rsenal channel and helps them grow further to keep this incredible channel going!

[@jdrumgoole]

Thanks

[@Candrsenal]

You are too kind!

[@lamnaa]

Just in time for the release of Starfield, glad to have a guide to the weapons of the 24th century.

[@Full_Otto_Bismarck]

Still serving the Imperial Guard in the grim dark future of the 41st millennium, the "stub gun".

[@MrDmitriRavenoff]

1911 is eternal. Even if you call it a 40011.

[@Phlostonparadise2971]

Just an old fashioned slug job. Noisy. Messy.

[@mortisCZ]

This was the longest tease in YT history, at least what I can remember. :-) Good job folks, it was worth it.

[@peten6691]

Thank you for telling the full 1911 lineage and story. In this world of instant gratification it would have been tempting to jump straight to it. Having the full build up, and more to come was the right way to do it.

[@timblack6422]

Outstanding evaluation… thank you!

[@jaysonc2102]

Been waiting for this one for years!

[@thomasdubbeldeman3864]

Ladies and Gentleman finally after 8 years of waiting its Finally here.

[@not-a-theist8251]

OH MY GOD It's finally happening! Don't have time for a 2 Hour video right now but i'll absolutely watch tomorrow.

[@paleoph6168]

What's the procedure?

[@abstractapproach634]

Your name would indicate you have no God Watch Othias take it down cause that one "camera mistake" with May; that would be funny

[@jeffprice6421]

Given that the manual safety wsa an add-on to an existing design, it is truly amazing how well integrated it is...

[@peekaboo1575]

I have been waiting for this like you wouldn't believe.

[@TheArmourersBench]

Never heard of it.

[@Ace0Spades17]

I’m happy we got the 2 hour video. Gives it the time it needs and deserves

[@AnimeSunglasses]

I have, of course, heard John Moses Browning described as a mechanical genius an uncountable number of times, but it's the detailed discussion and animation of all the features of this gun, in such direct comparison to all the guns that went before it, that made me understand his genius... Then emphasized by how smoothly and quickly those features enabled Mae to shoot it!

[@codyc7477]

The most anticipated video in KZbin history

[@Operator8282]

Yisssss.... 2 hours of goodness.

[@GreenBlueWalkthrough]

1:38:47 Which makes this show invaluable to us creatives who want that crunch of realism in the media we create thank you for doing it this way!

[@VaterOrlaag]

It's good to hear Americans acknowledge the influence the Luger had on the design of the 1911, specifically the ergonomy. (Yes, 1911 is the better gun, no denying that.)

[@myparceltape1169]

It looks nondescript nowadays, while the Luger is much more easily recognisable.

[@partickthompson1164]

I been watching your videos for well over 4 years. I really enjoy the in-depth history you teach us about the weapon and the designer. And how they came up with this particular design. Then we get to see the weapons in action and then you have discussion with Mae. Just all around fantastic.

[@ryanboyer5934]

Another great episode! Can't wait for the next few to finish out the story on the 1911.

[@michalpeters4979]

Wow u did a hell of a job with this build , hope u stay clear of atf bs , jus subscribed cant wait to see what else u have tommorow !!! way to go sir !!! u jus got another major enthusiast follower !!!

[@techfixr2012]

I still carry a 1911 , not a pure one, obviously but with just a little refinement from the one you have. The design has stayed relevant for over a century, which is remarkable.

[@CarraSusia]

WE MAKING IT OUT OF THE TRENCHES WITH THIS ONE . Finally the moment all firearm enthusiasts have been waiting for.

[@Exasperatus]

"There's people watching this show who bought one this week." Guilty as charged.

[@alstruck8063]

I was going to, but I looked in the safe and all 11 of them seemed to be getting along with each other so why mess with success?

[@dtaylor10chuckufarle]

Outstanding! Out fooking standing! My favorite Uncle (Sam) made me very familiar with this pistol over forty years ago, and this is the most comprehensive video I have seen about it. Thanks for the many hours it took to put this together - I learned a lot. Bravo Zulu

[@chris.3711]

Proud owner of a 1918 manufactured 1911 that was refurbished for WWII. Still all matching despite having the wrong parkerization.

[@Grobut81]

Thanks, now my skin is green from envy. I'll have to fend off Capt. Kirk with a stick thanks to you.

[@daviddiffenderfer6963]

Thank u very much im gonna keep watching yall kick ass

[@hounonymous2066]

Omfg I've been waiting for this one for 9 years

[@legendary_soup4454]

OMG IT'S THE ONE. The wait is over.

[@gameragodzilla]

Sitting here listening to this episode while carrying my double stack .45ACP 1911. It really is pretty funny how this gun can still hang with modern designs once you simply add some accessories and a double stack frame on it. 15+1 flush fit .45ACP and 18+1 extended is in line with the recently released FN 545's capacities. That has more to do with how little handguns have evolved since the 1911, though. There's more of a mechanical difference between the 1911 and a Luger than the 1911 and a Glock. Hell, 100 years before the 1911, we were still using flintlocks. Over 110+ years after the 1911, we're still using the same basic tilting barrel, short recoil mechanism with a slide that the 1911 pioneered.

[@zoiders]

That Webley pioneered.

[@vicroc4]

It's truly amazing. Obviously there's some mechanical differences, but that tilting barrel is everywhere in modern semiautomatic handguns.

[@thunderzap2]

Living back then must have been amazing. Went from single shots to blackpowder revolvers, to cartridges revolvers, to semi-autos in 65 years

[@XuroX.]

Double stack .45? Must be a fat grip

[@DB-yj3qc]

​@@XuroX. Modern hand sized. 😊

[@robertmckay694]

After watching all of your videos I’m almost a step ahead of you when you’re disassembling a pistol. You tell the story so well every time. I’m not a huge firearms fan but the engineering fascinates me. Huge fan of your work.

[@vicroc4]

"It's been a long road, gettin' from there to here..." And we're finally at THE gun. The myth, the legend, the Colt M1911.

[@TenaciousTrilobite]

The last stepping stone on the path to the very peak of this line: the Norwegian 1914!

[@vale.r4214]

Never thought id see the day, I thought i would find out what the one piece was before the 1911 episode would be released

[@lunamaria-doofusVIII]

Thank you for your continued immense effort in bringing us this fantastic show!

[@TheWozWizard]

The lanyard loop on the magazine was for cavalry use. Troopers had two (2) lanyards. One attached to the pistol so they would lose the pist while riding. And a second lanyard attached to the magazine so they would not lose the magazine when reloading the pistol while on horse back.

[@jimf3932]

Just a note to offer my sincere compliments on the quality, thoroughness and value of your vids, Othias and Mae. Y'all render a valuable service to the shooting community beyond words. Thank you!!

[@StellarGryphon]

Wow, wonder where you can buy one! Must be pretty rare!

[@solomongrundy9735]

Yeah, it's a shame no one makes them anymore. 😢

[@jerryk4400]

Masterful summation of the road to the 1911. Thanks folks. I'm not sure when I started watching your show but my small contribution is repaid many times over. Please continue.

[@christhesmith]

I can't believe I lived to see this.

[@acidtreat101]

Thank you for all he hard work putting this together. Still watching but I'm happy this is finally here and DONE RIGHT!

[@611_hornet5]

Well folks we've made it to the peak of Guntubing.

[@gyrene_asea4133]

Thank you! This has been so much fun with you guys, looking forward to more.

[@mo45327]

When I saw Model of 1911 I thought these was going to be about the Berthier Machine Rifle, and not this obscure hunk of Yankee steel... Huh, you learn something every day

[@mhmt1453]

I appreciate all your episodes. They are an in depth expose on the history, mechanics, function, and ergonomics of all these historic firearms. I especially like learning about the evolution of these guns, and the comparisons to contemporary firearms of the time. 😊

[@quyha3234]

Yes finaly

[@brianwatkins2974]

Having followed C&Rsenal from the beginning, I will be forced to admit that it was, in fact worth waiting for this episode. Othais and team have become first-rate historians. Two quick observations: First it's actually very easy to rack a 1911 (or other slide-operated gun with sights), one-handed. I was trained to do so in the Navy, but I'm not sure when that was first officially taught. Second, notice the group that Mae shot, one-handed, not rapid but not slow-fire either. Compare that group to all the others over the years. This from an over one hundred-year old gun. While I don't quite worship at the altar of the 1911 and the .45 ACP for use in today's world, I will agree that this pistol was the hands-down BEST fighting handgun of WW1. Can't wait for the day when they get to the improved version: The Browning/Saive High Power!

[@mickmegson6241]

Can't wait for the episodes leading up to the M1911A1.

[@WalterBurton]

Long-awaited and anticipated with a sort of manic confidence by those who follow this crew. Unsurprisingly they've delivered not only good TV, but this is also a thorough A/V documentary---almost academic in its rigor. Plus, it's obviously a future historical documenT. 👍👍❤❤👍👍

[@jeremyweaver7689]

The pistol that forgot to become obsolete. -XboxAhoy

[@donnstambaugh1506]

Great animation, the pace and narration, right on point.,.

[@elifoust7664]

I carried this fine workhorse, its offspring 1911a1 ,in US ARMY.. MP CORP 1974-1977. ITS A HIT.

[@scottpeterson2692]

Her energy is infectious, the positivity is refreshing. As a dad, you give a hope and respectable role model for others!

[@charliestevenson3500]

All this setup for the Browning Hi-Power! Yay!

[@Ben_not_10]

Plus the Tokarev, the French 1935S and A, Star 1920-21, Star Destroyer, Star Model A&B (both super and non super), CZ 75 and possibly even the S&W 39/59 series.

[@charliestevenson3500]

@@Ben_not_10and S&W 52?

[@craigthescott5074]

I own many Browning designs from over a dozen 1911’s to a beltfed 1919 but I’ve never owned a High Power. Gota work on that.

[@BullMooseFox]

Literally been waiting years for this.

[@scott_hunts]

Let’s goooooooo it’s 1911 time.

[@behindthespotlight7983]

1:28:39 BRILLIANT. You nailed it. The Luger looks like it’s kitbashed from the Props Dept of early Flash Gordon serials. And we must remember the painful death scene of Private Hoobler in the woods outside Bastogne in Band of Brothers. A small nick on his femoral from a 9mm. Costly war souvenir.

[@JenniferinIllinois]

Two hours on another random Colt pistol? I'm sure this one won't become very popular. 😉

[@PFCranssen]

All jokes about the 1911's well-known obscurity aside, making this episode now - with the vast experience you have gained producing this channel - does the subject credit. Outstanding content yet again. Kudos!

[@craigthescott5074]

Ok Glock fan boy.

[@randymagnum143]

Like a lockheed constellation, the 1911 just *looks* right.

[@CTXSLPR]

Oh how I am impressed at 2hrs and then constant string of references to “next episode”. Going to be good times in C&Rsenal land.

[@grrg1963]

Oh jeez, not another vid about the 1911, I wish they would explore more obscure stuff like the Ruby or the Reichsrevolver....😎

[@craigthescott5074]

You could watch another BS Glock video.

[@beebester4106]

Wow, suoer comprehensive video. First time watching and I am impressed!

[@DK-gy7ll]

Part of the WW1 history of the 1911 lies in the fact that tens of thousands of them never made it back into inventory after the war. While some were undoubtedly combat losses, it was a very popular handgun to take home as a war souvenir even though it was obviously illegal to take US government property firearms.

[@expectmore-]

History presented well…you had my sub after 4 mins… i look forward to watching your library. ✌️

[@Veritas419]

Adjusted for inflation $15.60 for the magazine and $444.50 for the pistol

[@mortisCZ]

That's a price even I could afford. Sadly, I'm sure I would have to order 20 000 of them to get such a price. 😀

[@christophervasel4894]

​@@mortisCZooor you can order an RIA or TISAS 1911, they're roughly that price

[@independentthinker8930]

Ballistol is great! Excellent video as usual!

[@kmatford]

We've finally made it to the end of the road to 1911.