Rock Island .45 ACP Tactical - Best $499 I Ever Spent On a .45 Auto Pistol! M1911-A1 FS Burnt Bronze

I absolutely love my new Rock Island Model M1911 A1-FS .45 ACP Burnt Bronze pistol. I have owned lots of 1911 pistols over the decades and this Rock Island really is the best $499 I ever spent on one.

[@joshuagibson2520]

I grew up with so many guys like you. (My elders) Many no longer with us. I really value guys like you, Mix. Our kind of people are becoming rarer and rarer everyday.

[@chrisrogers6131]

Rock island makes amazing 1911s, probably one of their most underrated is the double stack gi in 45

[@myfavoritemartian1]

My Son has an RIA 1911 double stack. It is a great shooter too.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Are the double stack versions only for people with giant meat hooks?

[@sergioadandeltoroolague110]

thanks, probably my next purchase.

[@myfavoritemartian1]

@@exothermal.sprocket Yes. You can get thin grips to help, but big mitts help a lot. It is a heavy beast which makes it shoot well. They are WAY too heavy to Every Day Carry.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@@myfavoritemartian1 I sort of figured. I'm not in demand for over 8 rounds of .45 anyway. I think too much is made about capacity from people who judge everything by the function of 9mm.

[@XSpector88]

Palmetto State Armory currently has one of the top end models of .45 1911s from Rock Island, the Pro Ultra Match for $420. Just picked one up this week and it is amazingly well fit and very accurate! Rock Island is killing it for value.

[@Happycamper808]

Same i picked up the cerakote grey efs for 419$ crazy deal.

[@telesniper2]

Yes, because they're from the Philippines. These are the pistols they use over there. 1911 is practically a religion over there. They have honed the fine art of 1911 pistol smithing ever since the first pistols were left over there after WW2.

[@XxMeatShakexX]

Love seeing the son so comfortable on cam you can tell how awkward he felt when you first brought him on way back lol. Can't beat the father son dynamic so wholesome. Glad to see yall back my favorite shooting channel hands down!

[@johngrimm7]

Rock Island Armory never disappoints. Love the 45 ACP models. The 10mm Tac models are beautiful,also. Love the G10 grips. The man is a good shot. Looks like his father taught him well. Bravo,sir.

[@mixup98]

Hello John. I have never owned a 10mm pistol but if I get one it will probably be a Rock Island version. My son thanks you for the compliment and we both thank you for watching and commenting on our video.

[@markreagan2956]

​@@mixup98Get the springfield XDM Elite 10mm, great gun

[@latigomorgan]

Glad to see you guys back! I solved the problem with my steel targets jumping off the hooks by getting an old fire hose and making a loop and bolting it through the hole on the target. It doesn't fall off, plus it doesn't walk along the cross bar as badly when I set up the 8 ft. long one for multiple targets. If it gets shredded by spall, I have more firehose and can just make a new one in no time at all.

[@robertlyman9789]

I did chain, until I hit a link 😂

[@latigomorgan]

That’s why I went with the hose. It’ll take several hits.

[@theinstructor2687]

I've got an RIA compact 1911 that I've had for a few years. It's been ultimately reliable, accurate, and fun to shoot. It's one of my favorite guns.

[@texasrex2222]

I will say that with my RIA 1911s, the mags that often come with them hang up or nose-dive on hollow points. Wilson Combat, original colt mags, and McCormick mags have worked just fine with defensive ammo, though!

[@IrishLincoln]

Agree. I ordered a couple Wilson Combat 9 round 10mm and they work great. All come with pads too.

[@TacticalTerry]

Agreed. The Act-Mags that come with them have been a bit troublesome with nose dives. Is that the Wilson Combat 47D magazine that you have as a replacement?

[@PsychoticGenius]

Had the same issue and a Pro Mag I was using broke but the Chip McCormick ones work great.

[@terrywadsworth5645]

@PsychoticGenius Yes, I found that Pro Mags were junk 🤣 years ago. The only reason I bought one recently was it was under $15 and and was to a Sig p226 which was compatible with my Taurus G2c. Since being rendered a poor by the erstwhile spousal unit, in conjunction with fmj 9mm 124gr, it's the only way for me to mag dump 😄 the little pistol.

[@texasrex2222]

@@TacticalTerry I'm not sure specifically on the model of the magazine but if you know how to differentiate them I can check mine real quick

[@johnholcomn8560]

Yeah, buddy...great pistol.

[@badnewsBH]

Rusty? Looks to me like the only trouble you guys had was with the swing on that clanger. 😁 Great job, and a great pistol.

[@Zantar45]

Nice. Bought my first 1911 a week ago, it's the same Rock Island but all the black model, awesome gun for $500. Super happy with it, so far it's performed flawlessly with 150rds of mixed fmj and jhp ammo out of new and used Mec-Gar mags I bought off Ebay

[@frankhinkle5772]

Good luck with it! You will enjoy it.

[@gcarson19]

I just acquired a RIA 1911 in 22 TCM (actually more like a 2011 because it's double stack, 17 rounds) and it's a beast! Nice trigger, no malfunctions in first 100 rounds. Guys at the range were prairie-dogging, trying to see what this fire-breathing, magnum thumping weapon was that was only putting tiny holes in the target! Good to see you two back out, now that the pot pie baking weather has passed.

[@patricknesbit2334]

Sweet pistol! So many freedom seeds being planted by you two! 😊 Favorite part is the dirt being kicked up beyond the target.

[@AWareWolf9]

Cool!! Love the new “toy.” RIA seems like a great company making quality stuff at a fair price! If anyone knows differently about RIA’s stuff please let us all know! Enjoying your son in the videos, y’all make a great father-son team!!

[@TacticalTerry]

RIA gets things right more often than not. I'd gladly buy one new or used. Doesn't feel as polished as some of the flashier high-profile brands, but once the RIA is adjusted right it runs far as the ammo supply will take it.

[@warbirdnut9269]

@@TacticalTerry The only thing I'd change on my MS (4.25 length, basically a commander) is the sights. I've got the same sights as the one here. They're great for the range, but I'd like some sights that work better in low light.

[@telesniper2]

The reason they are so good but cheap is because they're made with filipino love. These are the pistols they use over there. 1911s are very very popular there, and they take immense pride in their craftsmanship.

[@saulsolomon4396]

I have the exact same pistol. Nice shooter. Original magazine had issues, replacement perfect. Magazines seem to be the thing to watch on these.

[@odonnchadha1978]

Exactly same experience. Change out your mags and it runs perfect

[@LuisGutierrez-ks5kr]

I had the same issue with the mag and the guy at the store told me to leave my mag loaded for about a week in the safe so the spring can get used to it. And now it works fine

[@TreeTop1947]

Mixup, you're son never disappoints! It's obvious that he's been trained by one of the best! You're still lightening fast and accurate from the leather, yourself. I bought my first RIA 1911 in the year 2011. The factory mag proved to be problematic so I switched it out for some Wilson 47Ds left over from my IPSC days and haven't had a problem since, it's been utterly reliable. It's my EDC now, here on the family ranch in central Texas. Semper Fi, TreeTop

[@durango8882]

Absolutely 👊🏻🇺🇸

[@slimfire5475]

Tree Top 1947, Bought my RIA in 2010, still have it over 1500 round, one failed to feed. Safety fell apart and I sent it back to RIA and they fixed it free of charge and fast shipping . Great gun!

[@bparker8195]

Sweet! Luv the burnt bronze. Nice shooter. Nice shootin'.

[@markpalmer6760]

Good to see you guys back. Sweet looking 45

[@myfavoritemartian1]

It's good to see you two out again! I grew up with 1911's. Got my first one in the 1960's, a 1953 Colt Commercial. I still have it! I have shot most all brands and the smoothest is an RIA two tone (Nickle on bottom and blued on top) I still have it too. Lately my Son bought me a Sig P320 Compact and I am getting to know it. So far so good!

[@G78.]

Thanks from Ireland enjoyed the video something iconic about a 45 proper man’s Gun 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🍀

[@mixup98]

Hello gerardohalloran and greetings from the United States. My son and I thank you for taking the time to watch and comment on our video.

[@G78.]

@@mixup98 👍👍👍

[@billy56081]

Your back! Happy to see you again.

[@sanfordhoffman2392]

Warms my heart. Father and son shooting. My son moved away. We used to do this.

[@KevinSmith-yh6tl]

GREAT to see you both back at it. 👍

[@larryreinke6136]

Rock Islands quality has really come around, you guys did some good shootin'

[@ronaldmathis8849]

Great to see you guys back at it. I enjoy seeing the guns and the relationship between father and son.

[@mixup98]

We are glad to be back, Ronald 👍😎 👍😎

[@mbenjamin292]

Amen

[@Leonardokite]

Wow, that burnt bronze is absolutely beautiful. And you guys certainly taught that steel Target a lesson. Don't hang around when the boys are in town!

[@th.burggraf7814]

Just a joy watching you guys having fun sending some lead down range with a beauty like that. 😍👌🏻

[@jeff7546]

Son is a pretty darn good shot. Also love the blooper footage at the end. Alot of time and effort goes into editing a slick video. I enjoy seeing the mistakes along the way. Nice to see you both out there again.

[@mixup98]

Hello Jeff. Summer is almost over and my son and I are glad that we are finally able to get outside and start making our videos again. Your feedback is much appreciated and we should have a new video posted in a week or so.

[@John-st5gw]

I bought the same exact RIA 1911 used. Saw it on the internet and ordered it. Picked it up at a local FFL. It was well used and never cleaned. I think who ever had it before me shot it till it stopped working. Came in a gun rug, no papers, and one magazine. I took it home, gave it a quick cleaning and lube. Took it to the range and fired about 10 rounds thru it before I started having failures. Took it home again, detail stripped it, scrubbed and lubed every piece. I used Wilson Combat oil on the rails. The next time I went to the range, I took 150 rounds. Only had one failure to go into battery after about 120 rounds. It's just breaking in. I love it.

[@PurrsPlace]

Wow, you get some great buys out where you're at! Glad to see the both of you shooting again! Always fun to watch you! 8D

[@naughtystep285]

Great to see you two! $499?! 🤠👍

[@michaelpage4199]

Great to see you two shooting again. Great pistol especially for the price. Heck yeah

[@bluescatreimer]

Good video good to see you both back. Rock Island makes great 1911's, I have 2 that I can shoot 5 different calibers out of. Being able to buy slides, barrels and needed parts from Rock Island makes it possible.

[@milehighgimpster]

Nice buy. The frame to slide fit looks better than my Colt Gold Cup. Good to see you guys make another video. Stay cool.

[@johnschofield9496]

Thanks for the heads up AND the fun video. It's great when you are both out there.

[@stevecallis5782]

Great to see y’all are back!!

[@gwidwock]

Looks like a real nice weapon. Always liked the RI 1911s and that one in that color is awesome looking. Glad you're back.

[@dang2045]

Great to see you guys back out there. I recently got my hands on a RIA 1911 in 22TCM / 9mm, can’t wait to get back out to the range again. It’s been HOT!

[@Raven_96001]

Good to see you guys.

[@cliffhouser9138]

Great to see you guys again!!!

[@mixup98]

Thank you Cliff. Good to hear from you 👍😎 👍😎

[@tulsaperson]

That’s one pretty pew! I have a RI 22TCM 1911 and it’s one of my favorites. Keep up the great work gents. Love what you boys do!

[@mixup98]

Thanks! Will do!

[@125saito]

You guys really make it look fun.

[@TysFN9mm]

I bought a RIA cs1911a1 45 back in 2015 I've got around 3000rounds through it never had any issues at all it will cycle any 45acp rounds out there even steel and aluminum cased ammo. Great gun. RIA definitely makes great firearms and has great customer service plus life time warranty......

[@granddad-mv5ef]

Thanks guys! Shooting and having a good time doing it is my favorite thing. And the 1911 is my favorite platform. So, good video!

[@mixup98]

Much appreciated, granddad 👍😎 👍😎

[@greyshooter186]

Good to see you back.👍👍👍

[@odonnchadha1978]

I finally broke down and bought this exact version 3 years ago and it's turned into my favorite pistol.

[@farhan.naushad]

It is always so good to see both of you. I like the new intro with still pictures. PSA had a $299 deal on RIA 1911s a couple of weeks ago. Not sure if it is the same kind or not. Thank you for another great video.

[@scottdoubleyou563]

I can confirm, I picked mine up 3 weeks ago. Black parkerized and on clearance for $319 + shipping.

[@jeffavila5922]

Absolutely love rock island 1911 it just works so smooth and great ergonomics on it! Great vid

[@duanequam7709]

Good to have you back. Awaiting your Tracker 800 review. I already know you will like it . Boy are they quiet.

[@notsosilentmajority1]

It's great watching you guys get out there. We haven't been under 100 degrees since June 13 2023. 🥵 I don't like indoor ranges too much so we're waiting a little longer. I'm getting an itchy trigger finger but at least I'm saving money on ammo, lol. Congratulations on the new pistol. It looks great and the price was excellent.

[@dragonrider385]

Thank you for the video and review. I am glad to see you back.

[@mixup98]

We are glad to be back and we hope to have several more videos posted this month.

[@tomstone6247]

Always a pleasure big man , stay cool out there , 100 today in Alabama , too hot to shoot and enjoy it .

[@Semyon_Semyonych]

Glad to see you again! 😊

[@sambo170a]

Hey back again . Great to see you glad you could make a video ,very hot summer here too my village burned down some due to wild fires but we are ok Thank God and back to near normal now with my favourite Saturday's shooting duo

[@comiketiger]

Good to see you brother! Great pistol and video! Mine main love is the .45 1911. This one is a beauty! God bless all here.

[@mixup98]

Yes indeed, this Rock Island 1911 is a beauty and we love shooting it. It is always good to hear from you and God Bless.

[@glockensig]

Nice to see something other than a poly nine!!! Thank you!!

[@chrishelms1967]

I'm been wondering about these.....glad to see a review I can trust

[@bluesbondsman]

Glad to see you fellas back at the range.

[@mixup98]

We are glad to be back and we now hope to start posting at least one video a week.

[@ianyams]

Good to see you back 👍🇬🇧

[@halfcirclehranch6877]

Good to see you back out shooting!

[@jamessimons5544]

Really nice to see you guys back. Enjoy your videos a lot.

[@douglasphillips24]

Can't go wrong with a Rock Island 1911 to start your 1911 ownership. God bless.

[@JG-xt9io]

Great to see you guys back out shooting together. Seems to be a sweet shooter. The bloopers are great

[@mixup98]

We are glad to be back and we hope to have a new video posted in the very near future.

[@timsmith9645]

Welcome back miss seeing your videos I understand the heat anyway very nice 1911 rock island armory thanks for sharing mixup98

[@tires2burn]

Good to see you boys back. I got a couple of RI 1911"s and they both are great. Thanks for another great and fun video.

[@anthonyguidas2012]

Great to see you guys back, it has been a minute 👍

[@jasonwolfe9892]

Good to see you back. That’s a nice looking 1911. Money well spent.

[@jsr-uz3oj]

Great gun channel. A man that knows a lot about guns, loves guns and has his son with him having good times shooting guns. Don't get any better or more American than that.

[@bobnoon253]

I have the same model in 45 . However mine is the basic black. Love the color of yours. I use 2 MecGar 7rnd mags. 1 KimPro 8rnd, & an Ed Brown 8rnd. Only problem I have had in 2 1/2 yrs is a Russian steel case ammo that didn't have a pass thru between the primer pocket & the case. Locked her up tighter than Scrooge @ Christmas. Did no damage to the firearm. RIA "rocks"

[@bwofficial1776]

The Filipinos make some of the best budget 1911s. Always fun to watch you guys out in the desert shooting.

[@70selvisfan]

I've been eyeballing one of the pearl-handled nickeled RIA 1911 for quite a while. Just an itch I want to scratch. I think you've put me over the edge, so I'm going to grab it!!! Great job as usual, hot as hell here in Texas too. You guys take care out there!

[@Risteard156]

You all ways have a great video on shooting and guns 💯👍

[@Thafuface]

That is a nice Pistol. Glad you got to shoot n show.

[@devilsden2283]

Best gun channel on the planet...glad you guys finally made it back from your hiatus following the Motor City Madmans "Adios Mofo" tour...Mixie, you find the absolute sweetest deals on lead slingers....was good seeing your boy, "dead eye" & Christian Bale doppelganger back and on the mark as usual....young eyes I reckon....keep em coming men!...FJB..

[@l.a.3887]

I love my rock island 1911 45 they make excellent 1912's another great video thanks you guys

[@tombrown1281]

The student is starting to learn very well from the master but that is what an instructor does he passes along as knowledge

[@b.c.731]

I got the prodigy 4.25 version and it's the first 1911 style I've ever owned. Now I'm looking into other 1911 models single stack or double. They are just awesome. Great video

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Fun video fellas! The bloopers at the end. 👍😂 Other than one hiccup the RI looked like a great pistol to take to the range. Good looking pistol as well. I’d say it’s a keeper.

[@buckleymordecai9605]

Fun video, excellent editing, no extraneous jabber, just good minimal spot on 'talk'. Bravo!

[@mixup98]

Awesome, thank you for the nice feedback!

[@wichita8893]

Excellent find. Love it. As always good vids. Bloopers are always hilarious 😂. Stay well and looking forward to the next one. 😊😊😊😊😊

[@Salieri47]

Glad to see you & Ed back out slinging lead (you know, one of these days Ed's going to hit 9 out of 8). If that model RIA had been available for $499 when I bought my Girsan 1911, I would've chosen RIA. That's not a knock on the Girsan.

[@DaSoloLobo]

I’ve had several. I have one now in 9mm. It’s incredibly accurate. I was shooting with law enforcement guys in a class and they were blown away

[@deezTX]

love where yall shoot, the echo sounds reminds of the old western movies I love. Wish we had some where like that shoot in Texas where I am at

[@richardclaiborne4684]

GLAD you guys are back!!!

[@hoosiercarry1149]

I agree. Rock Island makes a very solid 1911 at good price point. I own the 10mm and the TCM-22, both 1911s. I hope one day you can dive a review on the TCM-22, an exclusive cartridge from Armscor. That and the 5.7 x 28mm are one of the best kept secretes in firearms today. Tiny and fast for both defensive and varmint hunting. Next to zero recoil, but plenty of devastation on your chosen targets.

[@GaryMaxam-rq8zt]

It’s nice to see that bond between a father and son. I’m definitely getting one of those bronze colored 45’s

[@mixup98]

Hello Gary. I hope you do get the bronze .45 as I know you will enjoy owning and shooting it. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment on my video.

[@carllove3705]

That was some great shooting. I like the way that pistol looks in the burnt bronze.

[@mixup98]

👍🤠 👍😎

[@Life_Is_Torture0000]

I recently bought my first ever 1911. It's a tisas replica of the GI issue 1911a1. So far, I love it. Once I tried a friend's ww2 production 1911, I knew I just had to have one. It's currently my edc.

[@user-wo2iw3kt8o]

Awsome video. Im very glad i found your channel.i live in Pennsylvania. Nevada looks beautiful. You and your son are ver good shots. And you shoot awsome pistols. I love 1911 45 also .i learned them in the US army. God bless

[@lanedexter6303]

I really enjoyed this. I came into a Rock Island a while ago, haven’t yet tried it. I appreciate the “preview.” 👍

[@la_old_salt2241]

Fun time guys. God bless, Rob

[@mixup98]

Thank you Rob 👍😎😎👍

[@robertwilson9999]

Great shooting guys. Welcome back !

[@kjaxxn]

That’s a beauty Mr Mix!

[@danceshadowmoon1]

Best Gun Channel on youtube! Love you guys. I never watch a video by you that fails to make me laugh. Love seeing a father and son enjoying things like this together!

[@mixup98]

My son and I love making these videos together and we absolutely love reading comments like yours. We try to make our videos both educational and with a hint of humor, and your feedback is priceless (and very appreciated). Thank you! 😎👌 👍😎

[@danceshadowmoon1]

@@mixup98 You are very welcome!!

[@olhemi1]

Awesome to see you guys, Awesome Video 🙂☕👍

[@stevenkatz679]

Been waiting for something like this 😮

[@dannyp2267]

Such a good dad letting Jr take a do over. That sure is a sweet looking 1911. I may have to look into it.

[@mixup98]

👍😎 👍😎

[@fjm1061]

Got one of those in my collection. Added two Wilson combat mags to the OEM mag it came with. No issues. Love it.

[@alan98bert]

I have a Citadel branded Rock Island and I have no regrets about the purchase. It didn't like hollow points when I first got it but after I polished the feed ramps it was fine.

[@1madmaxx80]

Meatloaf said "Two Out of Three Ain't Bad" so 7 out of 8 must be better! Nice looking pistol, and great shooting as always! Glad the weather let up a bit so that you boys could get out there 👍👍