If you're looking to pick up a 1911, this video is for you!

Today we discuss the different manufacturers and levels behind the infamous 1911.
We discuss 4 major producers and their version of the 1911 with a practical expert behind them, Jeff Bregman, the owner of American Gun Works. ‪@AmericanGunWorks-zp9hm‬
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MS Videos, we out!

[@alexandergennaro8596]

The truth is in the mags. get good mags with 1911s and the average person will be very happy

[@ronolson2024]

I bought a WW2 replica of the GI 1911 45 ACP from Tisas for $350.00. Both mags that came with it run flawlessly. Happy with my purchase.

[@ronolson2024]

I also bought a Springfield Ronin Elite 1911 10mm pistol for $1,000.00. After sending it back to Springfield to re-machine the rough breech face & than paying a Gunsmith to adjust the heavy 6.5 pound trigger pull down to 4-1/4 pounds it too is now a not only beautiful but reliable pistol.

[@enricomandragona163]

Truth is when the gun wears out you throw it away!!

[@brandondavis4306]

@@ronolson2024 truth I own 2 of the tisas pistols the raider and the D10 in 10mm both are awesome pistols and I'm shooting dimes at 50 yards with both of them.

[@007Chancellor]

@@brandondavis4306 🤣🤣🤣 While I'd agree that the Tisas pistols are great, I am willing to bet dollars to donuts that you are NOT "shooting dimes at 50 yards" with ANY pistol. 🤥🤣

[@metaljunkie8393]

as someone told me: if you’re thinking of spending $3000+ on something like an M1911, buy the $600 one with the additional $2400 on training and ammo for it

[@edwardherbert882]

own a tisas 1911 and love it

[@martyc1533]

Bought a TISA, just like the Colt I carried in the USMC!! At least it shoots better!!

[@FrankH-d6x]

I'm looking at the Tisas 1911A1 service special, it' s $319 at gunbuyer or some place online. I think it's a good investment even if I never get to the range with it. It's got solid reviews.

[@robertonavarro7713]

I wanted to get a Tisas Tank Commander but can't find one in California.

[@malekithsilverheart2357]

I just got a tisas and it’s jammed more times than any other gun I’ve owned. I have no idea why, any thoughts?

[@edwardherbert882]

@@malekithsilverheart2357 check the mag

[@MilitantX1]

It comes down to, if you can AFFORD the better gun, you get the better gun! Well said!

[@TheBpotter69]

I have the Rock Island armory 1911 45. Love it. Did some upgrades.it shoots like a dream

[@cbritt1086]

Same here no upgrades yet but did get 2 Wilson mags, 300 RDS so far no issues

[@SnD340]

@@cbritt1086upgrade sear,hammer, and trigger. Swap out all springs to Wilson combat or nighthawk. Golden

[@outdoorlife5396]

Same here, It came with a competition trigger, better sights and a nice beaver tail. It was tricked out. It also was as tight as a tick. I looked at Springfields, Tisases and Kimbers for a short list. I liked the tightness; the quality was there and of course there was a cheaper price. I am pleased with the purchase and glad I did it.

[@normvw4053]

My Rock Island 1911A1, chambered in 38 Super, is just as good as my son's Auto-Ordnance Corp, again in 38 Super. There is also an EAA chambered for 45 ACP. All good, reliable firearms. Ammunition for the Super is scarce these days, 45 ACP is not bad but available at a reasonable price. Good pistols in good calibers.

[@kgouverneur]

Love any video where I come away with words of wisdom "If you can afford the better gun GET THE BETTER GUN"

[@kenhoward3512]

Can you think of any business owner who'd say otherwise? For any range of products and prices, I've found that something toward the middle of the price range usually offers the best value, before passing the "point of diminishing returns."

[@badboy-gn8fu]

just bc it cost more doesn't make it better

[@fred8174]

Hiw about including a review of a Colt 1911?

[@allenclark1500]

In my opinion if one chooses a 1911 for serious work ( you plan on betting your life and your families on it.) a basic mil spec 1911 with only 2 modifications 1 sights you can see clearly and safety you can rest your thumb on. The other ltem I recommend is a 22lr conversion kit. Dont buy another 1911 in 22lr! This way you can train for much less expense with YOUR primary 1911. Remember a $500 1911 with 2000 rounds that you personally put through it is better than a $3500 1911 that you only put 50 rounds through.

[@Sequatchiemm]

In ur opinion is the kimber stainless 2 45 acp. Any good my brother got me one for my b day. I've shot it around 50 rounds. I love it. It is my fav gun in my collection. But idk much about kimber. I think he said he paid 650$ for it. Let me no what u think please.... my name is adam shadrick from Chattanooga tennessee

[@allenclark1500]

@@Sequatchiemm Kimber makes a good 1911. Check and see if it has an internal or external extractor ( internal is preferred) and since you already have it and you like it. Buy ammunition and shoot it! Also I recommend getting some 45acp snap caps and do a lot of dry fire practice with the snap caps. , things like draw and fire, sight alignment and trigger control. And the 22lr conversion kit is a major money saver!

[@hawghawg381]

Don't worry about sights for a house gun... you will never use them. Trust me.

[@allenclark1500]

@@hawghawg381 however, because of the current state of the world , the "house gun" may be pressed into a different role without notice and it may be wise to have sights you can see on your 1911 ready now for a general proposed weapon instead of a specialized "house gun". What harm can it cause? Besides you still have time now.

[@VegasVaron]

@@allenclark1500”state of the world” is what the majority of gun and ammo manufacturers are banking on for their annual profit! 🙂

[@wallytuber]

I like the springfield.

[@dadadadave100]

Yes sir never had one hiccup ever

[@john4K47]

I have Rock Island and a Tisas Duty 1911. Both great pistols, budget 1911s are very underrated

[@markhudson2663]

I have 3 Philipine 2 Metro Arms 1 RIA None of them would feed hollow points with the factory supplied magazines I bought Wilson Elite Tactical magazines and now they all function perfectly ! Quality mags can make all the difference in reliable function From an appearance standpoint, my Metro hard chrome Commander is the best looking by far ! ! Everyone enjoy their favorite and be glad we still have the 2A

[@stevemellgard6393]

Rule of the thumb is you definitely get what you pay for. I couldn't afford a high end like Wilson etc... Went halfway with a Springfield TRP. Myself personally don't quite get the full length guide rod thing. Especially a two piece. You need a allen wrench to break it down. I went GI with flat wire recoil spring from Wilson. 10-8 plug. Been running Wilson 47-D since day one. Worth every cent and I'm extremely satisfied with it. Tight with about a 5/6 hundred round break in period. After a few thousand rounds. Flawless. Good video.

[@pinslayer4579]

Have owned many 1911's in my time on the planet. The tighter the gun the better chance for a failure. For a defensive pistol reliability is foremost for competition accuracy is foremost. If you can afford multiple do so youll find each has it's own character.

[@enricomandragona163]

Just like a woman 😂🤷

[@badboy-gn8fu]

i agree. i have always been a reliability type of person. whether it be cars or guns..i favor reliability over all else bc in my mind, if gun doesn't work and always breaking down or jamming, the accuracy will not matter. same thing w/cars, doesn't matter how fancy it looks, if it can't start up, the car is worthless.

[@jeffreyhall2136]

Are you on a different planet now?

[@waynecastleman1363]

I think the sweet spot right now for the coin is The Springfield Garrison is a really nice upgrade original that just feels and looks awesome and shoots like a dream. A dang good value.

[@meemeemoo]

About to get a garrison 5” do you have any recommendations for a iwb holster?

[@waynecastleman1363]

@@meemeemoo I personally do not carry inside but if that is comfortable for you with a 5 inch 1911 I don't know the best recommend for a full length. That would bruise my junk.

[@waltonwarrior7428]

I have a Colt Government and a Springfield “Loaded”. Both are great 1911’s.

[@murraypeacock9316]

I’ve got cheap and I’ve got not so cheap 1911s. 16 to be exact. All of them are great firearms. The ones from the Philippines, Turkey, Germany and the USA are ALL fantastic. I’m no match shooter but I’m as good with the Tisas as I am with the Les Baer. Ambi safeties have all been swapped to extended LH only. Triggers and hammers that weren’t, have been swapped to skeletonized ones. I prefer flat faced triggers. Grips, except those on my 2011, are all custom Bloodwood. Some have had sights swapped, some not. The biggest thing I’ve found to make one reliable, is a good magazine. I like the Kimber and Remington stainless steel mags myself. None have ever left me down. I’ve also gone to full length guide rods on those that did come with them.

[@choppa24k]

i own a tisas government us army issue style clone, i absolutely love it.

[@classicgunstoday1972]

I’ve been using a basic Springfield Armory GI 1911A1 .45 (one step down from Mil Spec SA)for 18 years and have never felt the need for anything more. Only modification I made was putting in a wide hammer spur. Parkerized finish still holds up well and protects the gun in the car, in the woods and on the water

[@enricomandragona163]

I have the same Gun!!

[@raymondotterbine]

I have a Kimber Custom and a Colt Government. Each have about 1000 rounds, no issues with either.

[@enricomandragona163]

Eventually the Kimber will let you down!! Stay with the Colts

[@Gunner70-fe8ji]

I don't agree with what was said about tighter fit being more accurate. I knew a WW2 vet that said most of the 1911s that were issued were loose and would rattle and had the crap shot out of them but were accurate as hell, and they didn't have the technology and manufacturing of today.

[@enricomandragona163]

@@Gunner70-fe8ji that depends on what you were issued!! I have a first gen Colt and a 1944 Ithaca and both are stock and shoot differently especially past 20'!!!

[@tomgiorgini9154]

@@enricomandragona163 what do you base your comment on internet drivel, I am sure you own neither

[@DassaToilet]

I have a Ronin and I love it. The 1911 trigger is so good and so smooth. The only downsides to owning a 1911 in my opinion are the lack of magazine capacity (I recommend getting as many 10 round magazines as possible) and if you’re looking for a pistol that you can mount optics on the 1911 isn’t the answer. Of course there’s the 2011 but they are rather pricey and there are cheaper alternatives for that. If you own one show it as much respect as you can, because while I don’t think anything bad would happen, I do not want the spirits of General Patton or John Moses Browning haunting me.

[@johnouellet4099]

I own a Bear, a Ed Brown, a Springfield TRP, an Sig & a Ruger 1911. The two custom guns are really tight and shoot very accurately. But the TRP is by far the best of both worlds. Tight in accurate like a custom, but loose enough to be 100% reliable

[@MSVideos11]

I agree, The TRP and the Operator line are awesome, Just impossible to find right now. I own an MC Operator and it has been awesome. I really want one of the new TRP Carry size.

[@markallen6818]

Thank you for an honest answer about the TRP.👍

[@markallen6818]

Is the TRP much better than the Sig and Ruger?I almost got the Ruger.

[@josuegomez417]

Bought two Springfield 1911s and both had major issues! Bought a Kimber and a rockisland No issues!

[@boward6686]

I love my Kimber 1911 !

[@enricomandragona163]

​@@boward6686💩

[@renehernandez6905]

What issues did you have?

[@josuegomez417]

@renehernandez6905 hammer issue on my 45 acp (standard gi model) Jamming on my 9mm and kept slamming on half cock every time when fired (loaded model) not to mention I bought a dozen mags to see if it was a mag faulty but not one was working after spending over a few hundreds on them..... took both of them apart and still didn't want function... I just gave up and sold them

[@enricomandragona163]

@@josuegomez417 you're talking about the Kimber and Rock Island right!!??

[@karlmarz5236]

Good video, hit the nail on the head. Some people drive BMW, some drive Kia. I love my Dan Wesson 1911's.

[@MSVideos11]

Thanks 👍

[@bhupinderjeetsingh1153]

@@MSVideos11Hi quick question sir.Im no expert on guns especially being an indian where 1911 was a prohibited bore till now.Now i have just bought an Ithaca 1911a1 us army model.I havent been able to find any flaws till now.Fired 100 odd rounds,no problem at all however ive been told colt or remington are better options.So i wish to ask is it comparable to colt remingtaon or the Tisas keeping in mind that the gun is in pristine condition.Also if there are any problems associated with Ithaca then maybe you could guide me with that.Thank you sir

[@MSVideos11]

@@bhupinderjeetsingh1153 I will ask the gunsmith when I see him next about the ithica

[@JAD1225]

Just for the hell of it, I bought a Charles Daly made in Brecia, Italy. Truly wonderful 1911; and I own many. They used to be made by Armscor in the Philippines but mfg was switched to Italy and quality is a step above.

[@Geno-xj9vt]

Concur. I love mine.

[@alecsii4273]

anything springfield and youll be okay. just picked up an operator and love it so much

[@paulis7319]

I only have experience with one 1911 and it's been good for 20 years or so. However, it's never been shot much, and because of its uniqueness I only shoot it a few mags a year. But like everyone else said, a good mag (or twenty) is all you'll need.

[@williamclark755]

I have a Colt officers .45 acp, and had a gunsmith install the heavy duty bushing and spring plug with rod guide! Too bad they are gone.🇺🇸

[@semlohde1]

I have my stainless officers 45 colt too. Fantastic for sure.

[@scottcarter4388]

Bet that Tisas can compete with springfield and les Baer! For under $700 most of the time just because it has a name that is that says it's precision made and is better because it cost $1500, or $3000 doesn't mean it's a better handgun!! My Tisas runs great! Under $600 bought 7 yrs ago

[@HWG-wm8ld]

Sure it can, in fantasy land.

[@GeigerCounterVirtualMuseum]

There are many videos showing just how well Tisas 1911’s compete with high dollar models.

[@NukeCult666]

My tisas A1 GI keeps up with my kimber custom 2 for accuracy . But the tighter kimber feels a little better otherwise. Not saying much for the extra $600 for the kimber. 🤷

[@MSVideos11]

There are a ton of good options out there at all different price points. I am only reviewing a handful of guns in this video that are on the CA Handgun Roster. And there are many more. Lol

[@usualsuspect5173]

I have a few 1911s and my Tisas will shoot as accurately as a American high end 1911

[@earldelsanto]

20 yrs ago i was a 1911 nut.i owned a bunch of colts delta emete 10 mm ,super 38,several plain 1991 1911s and i can tell you the stock inexpensive at the time 1991 version of the 1911 was my favorte by far. They cost like 450 to 500 bucks were the other colts were up around 800 bucks. Those were the days.

[@ms.annthrope415]

Used to go to Kings Gun Works in Glendale when it was owned by Arnold "Al" Capone. After Arnold passed away, Kings reduced their custom work market and just sold parts, then I beleive it changed owners to American Gun Works. I have 2 Les Baers. So tight but dependable and reliable. Also own an Ed Brown SF. EB 1911s are not as tight, but silkier. Been many years since I last stopped at Kings Gun Works.

[@robertonavarro7713]

I have a RIA 1911 A2 .45 ACP but went to American Gun Works late last year and bought a Taylor's 7th Cavalry 45 Colt SA revolver. I just like cowboy guns but a box of 45 Colt ammo is very expensive and hard to find in my area. They are still in business and have several used collectibles on consignment.

[@davidaustin7697]

Honest review Thank you so much guys!😎

[@bouldernelsonbigfoot]

Colt Tactical Series 80 Tactical Lew Horton LH3. Bad Ass . Love it ❤.

[@davelamboley1695]

Low to high dollar, got them all. Love em, can't go wrong with 1911's.

[@rayguillemettejr6722]

Initially was intrigued by (and still am) the Springfield Ronin… not MA… so digging a bit deeper, was courted by the Sig STX 45 and holy cow! 🎉 One hell of a pistol! Sharp looking, very sharp shooter!

[@bravoRFId63]

Especially @American Gunworks 🇺🇸👍🏻

[@Trump145]

Awesome video gentleman for about a 4-minute video you got straight to the point made it very clear. I love 1911 I have since the 70s and I own a Kimber pro Eclipse 2

[@MSVideos11]

thank you sir!

[@sroevukasroevuka]

I have a,ww2 army issue 1911 that was my grandads He carried, and used it on Normandy beach, and later in France. He was an army medic.

[@bravoRFId63]

Lack the close up shots which we gun lovers salivate at. But the “review” was like the Rock Island pistol, no bells and whistle, but to the point 🎯. Thus, if you have the means, you simply get to buy the meanest .45 out there!

[@ritesideofthefence5857]

I had work done at Kings Gun works back in the eighties in Glendora Ca

[@bobB24-_..]

😂😂😂❤❤❤ I was surprised that Kimber was not mentioned 😊

[@davidmccartney7577]

The only platform I carry in multiple calibers😎🇺🇸 Never carry multiple platforms, so you’ll never have to guess what your carry if needed.

[@samhotstick13.28]

For the money, Dan Wesson makes the best 1911.

[@archcunningham5579]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@NSTYDLR]

I got a RIA 1911 skeletonized hammer and trigger and ambi safety, only thing I don’t like is no pic rail, no interchangeable sights and can’t shoot hollow point ammo but other than that it’s a good gun

[@michaelsteele9341]

Rock Island 1911 45acp FS Ultra. Shoots great. 1000 rounds and only hiccup was a wilson mag that wont seat right unless you really "slam" it home

[@joshuahawkins2743]

For the money rock island is a solid 1911 like any 1911 get good mags and most brands will work great

[@ms.annthrope415]

Les Baers are also guaranteed to shoot 3 inch groups at 50 yards. Thats incredible. That makes it 1.5 inches at 25 yards. Tell them to do the 1.5 inch and they'll shott 1.5 inches at 50 yards, .75 inches at 25 yards. Amazing accuracy. And dependable.

[@waywardwest]

It doesn't guarantee the shooter can do any of those things. The skill of the shooter might dictate that they'd be better off buying a Rock Island and a whole bunch of ammo.

[@ms.annthrope415]

Absolutely. They are shot on a rest with a certain ammo brand indoors. 90% of buyers cannot out shoot a rubber band.

[@apexhunter109]

Been a 1911 guy my whole life, Dan Wesson has become my go to for 45 and 10mm 1911s. I get a 1911 that runs and is as close to the custom built guns without destroying my wallet, and they're USA made which for me matters. Dawson Precision is great for 1911 mags too.

[@dfrozendog3849]

I was a member of the 193rd Infantry Pistol Team back in 72. As an enlisted man I was proud as could get til I came to the realization they needed enlisted to haul all the crap and solvent tanks and stuff. I never told anyone else that I was just a gopher. Or is it gofer? Or is it pilot? Pile it here or over there?

[@keithplymale2374]

I have three Tisas including one on my hip as I type this and I am very happy with all three. I put double diamond grips on all three because I like that. I got all three for just under $1K even with getting new grips and with the transfer fee. One is a Special Edition in .45, one is a W W II in .45 and the third is in 9mm and is a W W II. From back in the 1990's I have what they called then the Ruger Military Model. I am glad some people are blessed to put $1,000 or $1,500 down for a 1911. Peoples Second Amendment rights should no more be denied by economics than they should be by politics. So that is why both my AR's bought in 2018 and my just got AK all came from PSA.

[@joefuentez7232]

Buy the Springfield, replace all the MIM parts and have the front strap checkered. Voila, you have a damn nice 1911!!

[@markhamersly1664]

It may be a pet peeve to only me, but the word is NOT AmbidexTREEus; it is Ambidextrous; the ONLY letter "i" is after the letter b, and NOT after the "xtr" at the end of the word.

[@EndOfThings77]

I've owned a total of 13 1911's over a span of many years. 5 Colts, 5 Springfields, and 1 RIA. All are ordinary production level guns. Most were gone now, sold away except 3. The RIA Pro Match Ultra FS, a Kimber Custom II, and a Colt 1991. The RIA, though the cheapest buy, is equal to the fit, fitting, and reliability of the Kimbers, a definite better than my Colts and Springfields. If you have the money..... don't splurge it, do research so you get the BEST bang for your buck. Most anyone I know today are feeling financially squeezed. If I were to buy a gun today, for my needs, I would get either a RIA GI or a Springfield Milspec. The only things I'll change on the Milspec are to put a flat MSH and change its guts to standard rather than the factory ILS. On the RIA, I'll change to a better grips and replace all the springs with better Wolff springs.

[@EndOfThings77]

Forgot to mention, I also owned 3 Kimbers.

[@EndOfThings77]

Forgot to mention too....my father fought in WWII in Okinawa, and was involved in some of the heavy fighting in the Pacific Theater. He was using a government issue Remington Rand not a boutique piece. He survived and was able to start a family. He died of cancer at the VA in 1985 at age 57.

[@jamesmartin9406]

Your father fought in WWII and died in 1985 at age 57? Are you sure?

[@EndOfThings77]

@@jamesmartin9406 he was 17 when sent to Okinawa during the closing days of WWII.

[@leeburks4540]

Traded my Beretta 9 for a Colt series 80 gov model made in 1991 & never looked back yet. Only thing close are my Uberti peacemaker six shooters. .45 cal for me.

[@jeremiah-om7zl]

The big difference from the first 2 to the 3rd wasn't mentioned. Levers ❤ the first, all buttons 😢 levers is where the tactical side comes in 😉

[@JodyM2]

No info on the Ruger Sr 1911?

[@MSVideos11]

I Havnt got one in the store yet,

[@alwayshopeful70]

I have one and I love it. Accurate

[@Mattlock52]

They are good. Series 70 is think.

[@joshuahawkins2743]

Everything you said about the Springfield can be added to the rock island

[@randybarnes4656]

I've seen the prices of double stack mag 1911 they're outrageous i bought a Taurus double stack mag 45ACP for less than 500 hundred dollars 13 rounds shoots just as far as my 1911 and juat as good maybe not as smooth but just as good

[@YellowjacketGTO]

Had 4 through the years, all gone now. Sig P220 and an Xd fill the slot now.

[@louismatassa8489]

Great video and Springfield armory makes great 1911's and some of there 1911's are under$1000 🇺🇸

[@danielrickel8807]

I’ve owned a rock island, good quality for the price. Would definitely love to get an sig though.

[@mzondi1970]

I live in a state where Ed Brown makes his gun I've toured his facility and never truly wanted a 1911 until I took the tour I can't afford one of his 5,000 guns but it's nice to dream about

[@ButchRichardson-d8s]

I have a kimber,ruger Sr 1911,rock island and a Para all in .45 no problems OH! Forgot my smith and wesson

[@MrMannyhw]

The stainless one is nice. 1k is good enough.

[@ibsexplosion4178]

Les Baer is definitely on the bottom of “semi custom” 1911s. Hand fit but crude in finishing. I own numerous 1911s from Ed Brown, Wilson Combat, Nighthawk Custom, and Guncrafters Industies and what I’ve learned is you get what you pay for, big time!

[@MSVideos11]

My next one is going to be a Knighthawk Custom. I really like their stuff.

[@brianb900]

@@MSVideos11You won’t be disappointed with the Nighthawk, I own two of them myself.

[@andreawhalen4142]

Sbardella arms top notch period

[@rogerwalsberg]

I bought a Para. It's perfect.

[@raylaux8295]

Les Baer worked at Springfield

[@kevinkidder6548]

I had a rock island 45 1911 hung up 5 times had to have a gun smith work on it to free the round traded it off for a berreta

[@mixflip]

You should mention where American gun works is located? Im thinking about buying a $1,000 1911.

[@MSVideos11]

Glendale, CA, on glenoaks blvd, border of burbank

[@jessemays9427]

Springfield has the garrison model as low as $500 currently

[@paulhook1097]

1911, Like a Glock but for Men.

[@af22raptor23503]

The Springfield Armory Loaded and Mil-Spec are Great Bases to create Outstanding Carry or Competition 1911s but you have to check to make sure that you start with a Tighter Springfield to get to the Higher Next Level. A few years ago I wanted to take a Mil-Spec SA to build up and it took me 9 months to find the right Mil-Spec because I was looking for a Really Tight Pistol that was Assembled Extremely Well. I found the pistol got it and then I started to change out parts with the proper fitting of Smith Alexander .220 Beavertail Grip Safety and MSH /Slim Magwell, Nowlin Arms PRO Fire Control Tool Steel Parts, Cylinder and Slide Thumb Safety and Long Aluminum Trigger Fitted to the Frame plus EGW Custom Barrel bushing that is 0.01 Over the outside Diameter of the barrel and 0.01 Under the Inner diameter of the Slide and finished the pistol with a set of Hogue G-10 Checkered Magwell Grips. That pistol is now capable of 3/4 inch groups at 50 yards shooting from a Bench Rest with Federal Gold Match 230gr FMJ Ammo or Service Grade Match ammo. The pistol cost me just over 600 out the door and put another 300 dollars worth in parts and did the work myself and I have had people at my Club offer me 2k plus for it and I will not sell her because she was the first 1911 that I completely rebuild even though the pistol was brand new when I got it. I also own several SIG 1911 mainly their TacOps model which is an Awesome Carry Pistol and I was very Lucky to pickup my first TacOps which was one of the Transition Pistols from SIG Blackwater 1911 to TacOps which came with Tool Steel Internals NO MIM parts and was Hand Fitted by C&S Pistolsmiths to perfection that pistol was born in 2011 then in 2016 I pickup the TacOps 1911 Carry the 4.25 Commander model which came with MIM Parts but I replaced all the MIM with Tool Steel from Wilson Combat and Nowlin Arms but my favorite is a Special Order SIG GSR Blackwater World Wide that was a pistol that SIG made for the Employees of the Blackwater Armory and Pro Shop plus the Admin as thanks for the Help with the SIG P226 Blackwater and 1911 Blackwater. The Blackwater GSR was Hand fitted and the Front Strap was hand done by C&S and shoots like a dream even with the Series 80 feature of Firing Pin Block the Trigger is perfect at 3.75 to 4.0 LBS. The seller did not know what they had but I remember seeing those pistols during my time in Uniform because my unit sent us to Blackwater to train at their facility for some Specialized training back in 2008. One of the MAIN THINGS that is PROPRIATORY about SIG 1911s is their SLIDE because they will NOT go into regular 1911 Kydex Holsters but will fit the majority of Leather Holsters for Pistols with Rails as long as you use the Plastic Bag Hack to Stretch the leather.

[@orbnitsky]

My Son, educated smith at Colorado School of Trades Gunsmith and machinist measured a Sig firearm and found it off spec and causing failures in manufacture and Sig would NOT make it good. He lost all confidence in Sig and no longer supports a company that would not support its product.

[@MSVideos11]

To the person who's disappeared, my bad, I was trying to review your comment and accidently hit hide user from channel, now I can't find you to unhide... sorry. Message me, and I will unhide you from the channel.

[@Coach_cesar]

Got the loaded

[@danperry3116]

My rock island has an extended beavertail, standard. Skeletonized trigger, and a skeletonized hammer, standard as well. Stainless steel no but I don't plan on shooting 20,000 or 30,000 rounds through it. I didn't buy it as a status symbol to impress my friends . And with the money I saved I get to purchase more ammo.

[@ClergetMusic]

I also have a Rock Island. It has front and rear serrations, a skeletonized trigger and skeletonized hammer, G10 grips, and decent sights.

[@quintenbarker6620]

I love my Rock Island 1911 .45 compact! Skeletonized hammer & trigger. Extended beavertail, stainless barrel, g10 grips.

[@themudshark1106]

John Browning made 2 handguns that in my opinion are 2nd to none. The 1911 and the browning High Power. it Doesn't get any better than those 2 just ask anyone who has shot both.

[@gatemaster88]

what the opinion on the turkish girsan m1911. budget overseas but I hear the frame is forged.

[@Reshtarc]

If you can afford a better gun get the better gun. But what ever you do don't get less than a ROCK ISNAND baby.

[@I_LIKE_GUNS_56]

I may pick up a 1911AARP…..Off of the stack of paperwork it’s holding down! Lol

[@dannyfrog]

You can get a quality Ruger 1911 for less than $600. Which is what I own.

[@ButchRichardson-d8s]

In what world can you get a ruger 1911 for 600 dollars?

[@dannyfrog]

@@ButchRichardson-d8s Sportsmans Guide. $598.49 if you're a member of their club, which doesn't cost much to join for a year.

[@MERAJKHAN-pd1nw]

No pistol like a 45 1911 the best

[@lloydlongsr.8261]

l like the Taurus 1911 45acp

[@travisjohnson6676]

I got one last year and after just a bit of work polishing the the grooves that the slide moves on I have had no problems

[@alexander6762]

I just hate spending $1k on a damn handgun. I really want a Springfield or anything not cheaply made. The cost of firearms is so expensive!! I know damn well no gun is worth what is being charged. Taxes on everything here in the states.

[@MW-iv3es]

I call BS. I'm a 1911 fan. I have expensive 1911s as well as lower priced 1911s. Some of my lower cost 1911s perform much better than the over priced ones. Just get one that works for you.

[@45Gunner556]

1:10 Lmao my RIA 1911 came with most of that

[@zzz9581]

maan, i hate live in brazil, here this pistol will cost 10k to 24k

[@brianmcgee4730]

If you are on the business end of a 1911 and you are a bad guy does it matter who makes it or how much it cost

[@engraciopiamonte3079]

Tisas 9mm pistol

[@garyfullmer4353]

I agree that a Rock Island armory 1911 is a good product. I have one it's never let me know although I don't have a lot of rounds through it. It's fine to buy a 22 conversion kit. But if you do that you're putting more wear and tear on your primary self-defense gun. If you buy a dedicated 1911/22 you can really train the same. No you're not training with your primary self-defense rifle but your training with an exact copy of it and you're saving wear and tear on your primary gun. In a lot of ways a handgun is a handgun. You're still going to grip it the same You're still have the same rules about controlling your breath trigger pull etc. I myself bought a Browning buck mark to train with simply because I like it it's a target pistol and I'm putting in work with a pistol. And I'm not putting wear and tear on my other gun. And when you have the 22 you can just go to town and shoot all you want all day. Although 22 ammunition has gone up and cost sure but you can still afford to shoot it. Everybody can train how they want it's there's not one correct way I don't think but let's just how I do it.

[@Conky88]

Stay away from tisas they're having a huge recall right now because they're doing what sit pistols do. Firing when dropped.

[@sharilynn7605]

1948 was a good year

[@kenstewart7700]

I want a Coonan .357

[@CA.0verview]

Springfield still lacks on the fitting procedure.

[@MSVideos11]

gotta give it some love, lol. I have a MC Operator that has been pretty good, needed some wc magazines though, and a polish on the feed ramp, and it doesn't Aguila ammo for some reason.

[@92656trw]

Tisas. Super tight

[@grayrecluse7496]

Just buy a Ruger or a used Colt from the 60s 70s or 80s.. Or buy the rock island or one of their subsidiaries.

[@ButchRichardson-d8s]

Springfield is made in kroatia

[@VMX1.]

I like my Les best.

[@ouro-v3z]

MEU SONHO E TER UMA COUT 45 1911 AQUI NO MEU PAIS E CHEIO DE CUZÃO QUE PROÍBE O POVO DE TER COISAS BOAS.

[@powercouple560]

Alchemy Custom Weaponry -- Makes the best 1911, in my humble opinion.

[@ahahaha5341]

Forget the manufacturers listed in this video , get a Tisas.

[@MSVideos11]

We are in California, not an option here. Stupid Handgun roster...

[@enricomandragona163]

Buy American

[@VegasVaron]

1911s made in the Philippines is kinda ironic given that the 1911 was specifically built for the US Army to fight indigenous tribes in the Southern Philippines.