Tisas 1911A1 Reliability Test: 8-Round Mags and Hollow Points

[@michaelshubr4084]

I bought one of the first Tisas 1911s when they came in the country. It has worked flawlessly for nearly 15 years. I’ve also had several other 1911’s during this time span to include Springfields and Colts that did not run as well and went separate ways, but the Tisas has remained in its spot in the gunsafe because it has worked 100%!

[@hrfunk]

So far, I’m quite impressed with mine too. To date, I’ve had two hiccups with it, but they may have been shooter-induced. Thanks for the comment!

[@daleeasternbrat816]

The only 1911 that works as well as my Tisas is a Black Colt brought back From France after the First World War . The only ammo that one has a hard time with is Full Wadcutters, which it was never intended to shoot anyway. Hollow points, Hydro Shock, no problem. Same with the Tisas. I haven't had the opportunity to test my Tisas with Full Wadcutters yet. The Tisas is one of the best built, best functioning, good quality 1911s I have ever seen. I almost didn't buy it because it was too Cheap! This Tisas is better functioning than many Much more expensive Pistols. I put a set of World War Two Bakelite Grips on it. The ones it came with were ...... Not so good looking. The pistol looks like a Movie Star from the 40s.

[@dangerman007]

The nice thing about the GI guns is once they are done with the break in period, they will eat anything.

[@tompino5266]

I woke up and discovered this Tisas 1911 A1 on your last review. I was so impressed I went out and purchased one for myself. Just brought it home yesterday and now I wake up to this ! Looking forward to your reliability test video as I have not put a round through mine yet. What will I wake up to next ?!

[@hrfunk]

Ha, ha! You never know!

[@wahivalleys3011]

I have the Tisas 1911 A1 in both .45 and 9mm, and I love them. The GI look is fantastic. I'm not surprised their was a malfunction with the Hornady. They just demanded vaccines for employees! Doh! As for the Tisas/SDS, love them! Wahi' Valleys

[@mikeking9777]

Purchased a tisas 1911A1 3 wks ago. Had 2 cmc 8rd mags and 2 mecgar 8rd. All functioned perfectly. When cleaning after first shooting i noticed corrosion under the recoil spring plug(which had pitted) and end of recoil spring, Replaced both. Gun was in gun store only a couple of days before i purchased it. Seen two other videos on corrosion. One was behind the grip safety. LOVE THE PISTOL, functions perfectly. I'll just keep an eye on it. Thanks for HPs video. I just purchased 2 boxes of fiocchi 230gr which use xtp bullets. Guess I might should run a few through it. Good luck if you have to call customer service. Dont never answer, must leave a message.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Mike. Please let me know how that Fiochi ammo runs.

[@enscroggs]

There's no easy way to know how long an imported gun has been in transit from the overseas manufacturer to the stateside importer. During the worst part of the absurd COVID shutdown America's port system almost collapsed as inbound ships waited months to be unloaded. While loitering in various harbors and bays those merchant cargoes, mostly in container ships, were exposed to all sorts of rust-promoting hazards that don't affect goods transported in a timely and efficient manner.

[@butchflournoy9058]

I own a Tisas 1911A1 U.S. Army model and it has run flawlessly so far. I have shot 230 grain hard ball ammo and 230 grain Speer Gold Dot JHP with no ftfs. I also fired some 230 grain Remington Golden Sabers through it with no issues. I bought this 1911 only after reading and watching many reviews that were all positive. I have never seen a negative review so far! To me it is a hell of a gun at a reasonable price with a lifetime warranty!

[@hrfunk]

I agree. I really like mine!

[@Covert_Arrangements]

I was a staunch Glock fan for years. Last year I purchased a Springfield Range Officer 1911 compact and it’s very reliable with all types of ammunition. Now, I understand that it is a much different operating system from the GI model as it has an integrated feed ramp like the polymer Guns. When I purchase a Springfield GI model I’ll most likely carry it with 230gr FMJ ammo as I feel the .45acp FMJ picks up right where 9mm JHP leaves off. So yes I’m now a HUGE 1911 fan. Thanks for sharing and Semper Fidelis. 🤠🇺🇸

[@barryrickert6544]

Have a Tisas 1911 A1 now for over a year, no malfunctions on FMJ or any hollow point ammo at all. ball park 800 rounds thru it.

[@Grizzlyman420]

Still no issues with hollow points? What kinds did you run?

[@maccliff2115]

I like this video! Different rounds from FMJ, Hollow points, and doing a failure analysis in real time. Excellent continuation review of the Tisas 1911A1 clone. Keep the content rolling!

[@hrfunk]

Will do!

[@jwc00789]

Glad your Tisas 1911 feeds well. BTW, the 230 grain Gold Sabre was our Police Dept Issue Ammunition back when we carried the S&W 4506. Never heard any complaints about it.

[@hrfunk]

I think it’s a pretty good load too.

[@jeremydarkcountrysteckman9496]

I run golden Sabre ammo to

[@Justmemyguy]

A lot of 1911 carriers I’ve talked to recommend gold sabres. They tend to feed where other hollow points don’t. At least that’s what the majority seem to say. Idk if there are any hard studies testing it. I used gold Sabre 230gr in my Tisas Duty and they ran. So, they seem to be alright enough.

[@miguelbooth5826]

I bought one of these a couple of years ago, paid $375 for it new. I love the way it looks and it runs very well despite needing a few hundred rounds to break in. I hate the sights but it is a pretty faithful reproduction so you get what you get. I find the Springfield mil-spec to be a better overall gun which makes sense since it costs more.

[@hrfunk]

Out of curiosity, what do you find to be better about the Springfield?

[@miguelbooth5826]

@@hrfunk First of all ....the sights! Also the mag release, the trigger, the grips and the overall reliability. I do love the Tisas though, great gun, and I know it sounds trivial but the hammer spur is very well shaped and it has a better thumb safety. Both guns are good representations of the 1911.

[@LIONTAMER3D]

mil spec has no sights lol

[@johnqpublic2718]

​@LIONTAMER3D the current Springfield armory "Mil-Spec" 1911 model, as they call it, has three dot sights from factory.

[@markchoate9021]

I bought one of these about a week ago and just had a chance to shoot it today. Decided to do an "all 1911 day." I had the Tisas, a couple of original WWII pistols plus some other modern ones. The Tisas went through 50 rounds flawlessly and accurately. I even took mags from the others and tried them in it, as well. Could not be happier.

[@hrfunk]

The more I shoot mine, the more they impress me.

[@pgg0024]

When I carried a 1911 at work i used the chip McCormick mags. They were good solid magazines. Never gave me issues.

[@bobrees4363]

I did too. That extra round might have come in handy.

[@massmike11]

I have the same experience with Wilson mags

[@bobbyw9046]

Chief, This is just my personal opinion, but whenever using a true 1911 design, I ALWAYS use 230 gr. hardball. Yes, most of the time HP's will be OK, but I know Hardball is 100% - 100% of the time. Plus, even though the Hardball will not expand, a .45 caliber hole and the 230 grains of weight will get the job done!

[@hrfunk]

In the future, 230 grain hard ball is probably the only ammunition my Tisas will see. I mostly wanted to produce this video for others who might be interested in these pistols for different purposes.

[@northshores7319]

See my comment and story in his first video on the Tisas .45.

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

A: JMB said only 230gr FMJ military ammunition should be used. B: The Army Tisas SDS 1911a1 is trash! 🤭 My friend got a 5" GI Tisas. It broke even before any range use! 😯 I advised him to buy a 4" store Tisas SDS Cdr model with a factory stainless barrel. Again, do not waste $ on this series. Better 1911s are out there!

[@hrfunk]

What broke in your friend’s pistol?

[@bobbyw9046]

Chief, I think you replied to the wrong commenter. I never posted anything about a broken pistol, that was someone else.

[@thesanfordmethod1905]

More Tisas 1911a1 U.S. Army videos would always be appreciated . :D

[@hrfunk]

Stay tuned!

[@roykiefer7713]

Good morning, Howard - Given the quality you documented in your first review of Tinas’ 1911A1, I’m quite hopeful the reliability will be excellent.

[@almichael190]

Check the lug on the slide stop with the slide off and inserting a magazine. A rising bullet nose can push it up and it may need to be dressed back a bit.

[@MrZachxd]

Great video! I have ran 230 grain xtp in my RIA 1911 with zero failures. I know every gun can be different but I have had perfect luck with them. Once again thanks for the video and the time you take to make them. I appreciate you.

[@hrfunk]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching!

[@HuntingMontana]

Just got one of these on a sale for $299. Of all the videos I’m watching about it. Was a great choice. Thank you for your service, and sharing your experience!

[@hrfunk]

You’re welcome. Enjoy your new pistol.

[@SS-dh4dq]

I'd love to see a side by side comparison with the Tisas and the new Springfield SA35 highpower .Great video as usual!

[@hrfunk]

Thanks! I'm working on getting an SA35.

[@SS-dh4dq]

@@hrfunk nice! Me too!

[@peteshour768]

Looking forward to your review. My guess the results will be impressive.

[@johndriskill8745]

I bought a Taurus 1911 and later a Taurus Commander 1911. Both came with a Meggar magazine. Then I found that the full size 1911 would use GI magazines from SARCO and the Commander would only use the Meggar magazines. I guess some examples of 1911 pistols can be finicky.

[@soylentgreen7074]

I wonder if your plunger tube spring wasn’t strong enough to hold the slide stop down under the heavier recoil of the defensive rounds. I remember In the last video your safety was a little sloppy and that spring looked weak. Like I said last vid I changed all the springs out to Wilson combat ones except the sear spring. The safety was a night and day difference. Wilson’s springs are a little longer and stiffer. I shot my buddy’s tisas he bought last week so it’s new like yours and they improved the trigger a lot vs mine that is a couple years old. I changed the sear spring on mine but the new ones like yours I wouldn’t touch they really improved the triggers on these and grip color to match Gi ones. They really listened to customer feedback. Great video as always these have got to be the best bang for your buck 1911s out there.

[@hrfunk]

I was wondering the same thing about the plunger tube spring. I might swap it out just to be safe.

[@maximusblueline8546]

Had the same issue with a Wilson mag. Wouldn’t seat. Took the Tisas back to my local gun store and they changed out the mag release. It worked! No more issues with Wilson, Tisas, or CMC mags I just bought. Good vid!

[@hrfunk]

Thank you!

[@moreme40]

Good video. I have a Colt Competition 1911 in .45 that will eat up the FMJ’s all day long. I was encouraged to see that the Tisas handled the hollow points well. I’ve been apprehensive about carrying the Colt with hollow points due to the 1911’s supposed unreliability with anything other than the old 230 gr ball.

[@TheSilverfox14]

I have 2 of these in 45 ACP. Haven't taken the time out to shoot either one. Your video was very good.

[@murphy4yt]

Hi… FYI, I have a Tisas 1911, and I had the same slide stop problem with mine. Like you, I just assumed that I had inadvertently hit it during the course of fire. I’ll have to check more closely. Thanks for the video.

[@geico1975]

I got one last year and love it, bought it because how they made it to look like a WWII 1911. Glad I did

[@hrfunk]

Me too!

[@brianharris4275]

Great Video nice 45 auto. Really liked that holster! Classic! Thank you.

[@yankeeastronomer1927]

Who makes that holster?

[@chaburchak]

Been thinking about buying one of those pulse-rifle-looking Keltec shotguns just for the hell of it. But then I came across this video and I think I'll pick up a Tisas 1911 instead. So thanks for that! Just found the service model online for just $310! Plenty left over for Chip McCormick magazines... :-)

[@chaburchak]

As a follow-up, I did end up buying one of these GI 1911's and sold it almost immediately. The downturned beavertail on this model pressed into the web of my hand to an uncomfortable degree...shooting it would only make it worse. I may try another Tisas 1911 one day, but it'll definitely be one of the fancier models with the extended, upswept beavertail...

[@hrfunk]

That’s the traditional A1 style grip safety. As you noticed, it’s not as comfortable as the newer designs. Personally it doesn’t bother me. That’s what I was trained to use in the Marine Corps.

[@donaldthomas7696]

​@@chaburchakIt seems to be a lot of owners after extended firing sessions complain of hammer bite. I agree with you that, it is actually the down turned beavertail bite during recoil, digging into the web of your hand. I use a sports glove with fingers cut off during extended shooting sessions and it helps considerably. Not sure how much it will help with those that have bigger hands.

[@PaulG-oc2ct]

Been shooting my Tisas service Black 1911 a1 and have always used cmc mags for all my 1911s it loves Hornandy Critical defense ammo too.

[@roykiefer7713]

Two magazine comments: 1. My favorite 1911A1 is a twenty year old Springfield TRP; it is terrific. However, the TRP experienced the same problem you’ve had with two Wilson 10 round magazines (I don’t know the Wilson model number) . . . and in both cases, depressing the magazine release allowed the TRP to be loaded. 2. Those years ago, the TRP was my everyday carry autoloader, and I wanted 10+1 capacity. I purchased a couple McCormick “near double-stack” mags - which extended only slightly beyond the TRP’s mag well - and they worked flawlessly. Of course, in recent years, my EDCs have been a CZ 75B, an all stainless Kaht K4044 (a GREAT - and very under appreciated - semiautomatic), an H&K USP “original style” .45 Tactical (for wilderness use), and a Ruger SP101. Thanks, Howard, for this video and additional appreciation for your choice of hollow points; XTPs, Golden Sabers, and Hydra-Shocks aren’t currently too “fashionable,” but the still work VERY well.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Roy! I like conventional ammo more than some of the newer stuff. Truthfully, My Tisas will probably see nothing but 230 grain hard ball ammo from now on.

[@roykiefer7713]

@@hrfunk I entirely understand and agree with you. The Tasis 1911A1 has every evidence of being a terrific range, plinking, woods walking and so forth companion. I suspect that only rarely, - if at all - will it serve as a primary defensive weapon (and for good reasons). which is NOT to suggest it couldn’t perform that role quite well.

[@logicaredux5205]

Man, you are really tempting me to get one of those Turkish delights!😄

[@gscop1683]

I just bought the Tisas 1911 "Tanker"....It appears the same dimensions as my 70 series Colt Combat Commander. The Tisas is also manufactured to 70 Series Specs. My Commander does not like most hollowpoints, they were made to eat hardball. Thanks for 2 good reviews, cant wait to shoot it !

[@hrfunk]

Be sure to let me know how it does.

[@gscop1683]

I certainly will Brother ! Thanks For What You Do !

[@audiehollon4292]

I think you've convinced me to add a Tisas 1911 1A to my collection.

[@hrfunk]

If you get one be sure to let me know what you think of it.

[@audiehollon4292]

@@hrfunk I have finally found a Tisas 1911 A1. I've just gotten back in from the first range time with it. I absolutely love it. It has it's own characteristics and is nothing like any of the other firearms I have. The trigger is so sweet. Thanks for suggesting that I add this wonderful pistol to my family. Again thanks so much.

[@hrfunk]

You’re welcome. I’m glad you like it!

[@davidv.3135]

Thank you Mr. Funk.

[@Trump145]

I always enjoy your videos they are very well put together thank you.

[@hrfunk]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching!

[@snakebait5118]

Thanks for the update Funk! I appreciate your vids! Still debating on the Tisas or Charles Daly. Be safe!

[@hrfunk]

I can’t speak for the Charles Daly, but the Tisas is a great pistol. Good luck with whichever one you choose.

[@petesheppard1709]

Pity CCI no longer makes their 200gr JHP (the Flying Ashtray). If a pistol could feed that round with its gaping cavity, it was a safe bet the gun would feed anything! My 1989 Colt Stainless Commander ate them like candy, with factory feedramp and barrel!

[@thomascarpenter7415]

Something to consider and I have to give credit to Hilton Yam from 10-8 Performance, when checking for feeding of different rounds use the slide release opposed to the sling shot method. According to Hilton this will give a truer test as to how the various rounds work with the feed ramp under standard spring tension of the recoil spring compared to extra compression of the sling shot . Good video 🫡

[@eurekasevenwave2297]

I bought one of these recently. I was watching a video fairly recently about how with certain magazines 1911s are prone to jam when not fully "broken in" - I went to test it on mine (Tisas 1911 Duty SS45R to be specific) with the included Mec-Gar magazine - with 7 rounds, gun chambers fine. With a full magazine, 8 rounds, the gun doesn't even seem to engage with it at all - not even a jam when the slide is released, the magazine doesn't click in. I'm not much of a firearms expert, but to me, that seems to be a magazine issue more than a gun issue - as with 7 round the magazine clicks in fine. I have heard that the Mec-Gar magazines included with the Tisas pistols use a funky spring for the magazine that makes the ammo point downwards, which leads to feed issues - I've heard Wilson Mags are the gold standard for 1911s in general, so I ordered one and see if that fixes the issue with a fully loaded magazine. Other than that, gun seems to function perfectly fine. I'm gonna take it out to a range soon.

[@hrfunk]

Other than the bobble in the video, mine has run quite well.

[@murphy4yt]

Yeah, I like 7 rounds, as God and John Browning intended.

[@BonnieKay13]

Army taught this is a one-hand gun, any support is with other palm under the butt, only your gun-hand fingers on the gun, this prevents engaging the slide stop. Criteria 1953 however. Great video, keep 'em coming.

[@hrfunk]

Will do Warren. Thanks for watching!

[@murphy4yt]

Try a full magazine with those hollow points. On my Tisas 1911, I get a nose down failure to feed with anything other than 5 rounds in the mag. It’s the nature of the beast for cartridges to exhibit some vertical play at the top of the stack, and an improperly cut feed ramp will aggravate this problem. Mine runs fine with five rounds, though. Thanks for the video. Update: took the gun to the range today, shooting H&G 68 type bullets, without a bobble.

[@hrfunk]

Good! I’m glad that bullet swap cured your functioning woes. Thanks for watching!

[@vinceruland9236]

I've been using the Chip McCormick Shooting Star 8rnd mags for a long time. They're my personal fav.

[@hrfunk]

I like them too. I’ve got several.

[@keithreh9338]

glad you found quality mags that fully function (and didn't break the bank); when I recently got my used commercial M9 Beretta it came with 1 oem 17rd mag & my search began for extras; found 2 oem 15rd mags (sold the 17rd mag to a friend for her recently used 92fs)...at the time none of my haunts had any more beretta mags; one place had old off brand stainless mags for nearly $40 each (no go for me) & another shop had a solo mecgar 'M9' 15rd ($23 normal & I snagged it for $20 + change with veteran discount); now I have 3 of the mecgar 'M9' mags...only issue is follower rattle with 1 mag when fully loaded

[@hrfunk]

Good for you Keith. I've had good luck with Mec Gar mags over the years.

[@lens7859]

Shot mine today, third time, runs excellent.

[@thesanfordmethod1905]

Side note: I dig the piano intro in these videos. 👍

[@davejoerger8928]

I've been looking at these. I love the 1911 and would like to add one to my collection but I don't really want to spend a small fortune for one. The Turkish really are starting to prove themselves in the firearm industry in the US with such brands as Tisas and Canik. I'll have to get one of these. Great video as always. 👍.

[@hrfunk]

You're welcome. If you do get one, be sure to let me know what you think of it.

[@davejoerger8928]

@@hrfunk Absolutely. Will do. Every time I get a new firearm it's like being a little kid again on Christmas. I get very excited, haha. Thanks again.

[@789295]

I liked the Tisas 1911 well enough that I bought the Service model and the Tanker model. I was reading that the mags that come in the Tisas pistols are Mecgar brand. Have you heard that? So far I have been pleased with both pistols I bought.

[@hrfunk]

I have not heard that, but I would not be surprised.

[@wooddawg4868]

I have a Springfield loaded model and a blue steel Tisas. Both of my 1911’s feed everything I feed through them FMJ & JHP give me no issues using 8 round Wilson and Cobra magazines. Now in both guns I have milled stainless steel magazine catches because they hold the magazines in tighter and steady. Most importantly I always stick with the factory strength 16LB recoil spring, even when I replaced the recoil springs with chrome silicone springs for long term durability I still use the 16LB recoil spring for factory and self defense 45acp plus p. Using a stiffer spring has no benefit and causes stovepipes so stay with what works. The only extra power springs you need in a 1911 is the firing pin, magazine, and hammer.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Frank!

[@louisgiokas2206]

Have had a bunch of the Chip McCormack mags which I run in my Auto Ordnance 1911A1. Never had a problem. Actually, I gave them to a friend for an original Lightweight Commander that he inherited. Need to get some more.

[@hrfunk]

I've had good luck with the CMC magazines. I should probably get a few more myself.

[@bonniegallagher2131]

I have a Tisas 1911A1 and have several hundreds of rounds of 230 ball thru it without any malfunctions. The one quirk mine has is the slide release is extremely difficult to use to release the slide. i usually just pull the slide out of battery and release on a loaded magazine or do the same plus pull down on the slide release on an empty magazine.

[@Theywaswrong]

I just got a Tisas and had the EXACT same problem with the EXACT same Wilson mag. The mag would not insert unless I pushed the release button. Mags that came with the pistol were fine and several Mec-Gar mags were fine. A CMC was fine. But here is something interesting. I swapped out the release assembly from a Rock Island and what do you know the dang Wilson inserted and locked like a champ in the Tisas! WTH! BUT the release from the Tisas would not go in the Rock Island. The hole for the button on the left side was too small! WTH! Thought about ordering a release from Rock Island but just decided to sell my only two Wilson mags to a friend and stick to Mec-Gar and CMC and call it a day.

[@hrfunk]

I’ve discovered that after a little wear, the mags seem to lock into place easier. It appears to be a break in issue.

[@Theywaswrong]

@@hrfunk I guess but I compared the release assemblies on four different brands. That Rock Island clearly has a larger degree of angle on the bottom cut below the catch and worked with all brands I have. And as for palm slapping to insert, I'd never had one feel like I was trying to jam it into a wall before. That's when I removed the RIA and Tisas to compare the release/catch assemblies. You can sure see the difference. Yes my Tisas is not broken in even close yet. I'll be at the range this Friday, with some other pistols of mine, but I plan on at least 100 rounds, maybe 150 before I switch off. I just don't know if I'll try another Wilson just because no matter, the Mec-Gar and CMC work like champs anyway. Thanks for responding.

[@burnyburnoutze2nd]

I've actually experienced a similar malfunction as you did with hard ball ammo. It both my cases and yours, tge slide catch has just barely caught in its slot, just enough to hold it. As you discovered, simply racking it is enough. The one time I ran hollow points in my example I had zero malfunctions.

[@hrfunk]

I had an experience years ago with another kind of pistol where the bullet of certain ammo would engage the slide stop as it was elevated in the magazine. I’m wondering if that’s what happened when my pistol stopped.

[@DanTheWolfman]

For watching later after shooting my 1911 Bul M5 Commander w Good Capacity 9mm...I know I know....vids to come... still hoping I get a Ruger LW commander in .45 at some point to T&E. TISAS Imported to Knoxville TN btw

[@johncarder5472]

Great video I enjoy them I shot Winchester 230 hollow points shot flawlessly in my tisas 1911 a1

[@Keith_1911]

Enjoyed the video. Thanks Chief. I've always had a weird feeling about running hollow points in my 1911's unless it has a ramped barrel, which most of mine don't and I'm certain the Tisas doesn't. I just feel (in my mind) that hollow point digging into the frame :(

[@hrfunk]

I only produced this video for informational purposes in case others out there wanted to know about hollowpoint performance in these pistols. From now on mine will probably only see 230 grain hardball.

[@daleweller5193]

My 1911s shoot mostly semi wad cutters and I have never had feeding problems.

[@T30-z5w]

The 1911 is more likely to malfunction via nose dive jam with a full mag. If you want to test it fill a mag with 5 FMJ then top it off with three hollow points that way you’re not burning your hollow points while testing. In my experience the first two or three rounds are the worse for stoppages on hollow points if the gun has issues.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks!

[@AlabamaPilgrim333]

I’ve had that issue with the WC mags. Don’t know if I’m wrecking the mag release, but I’ve just slammed them in with no trouble. Nice shooter. 👍🏽

[@hrfunk]

That was possible with my pistol too, but I didn't want to hit the mags that hard to seat them.

[@EDCtexan]

You are definitely selling the firearm to me one of the local gun shops had I don't know if they still do a tanker verison which I'm guessing would be a commander size model

[@hrfunk]

I believe that is correct. I haven’t seen one of those.

[@dalebelman7]

Did you happen to get any hammer bite while shooting this firearm? I saw two other videos with this same 1911 where they got hammer bite. Good job on this video.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks. No, I didn’t experience any hammer-bite.

[@Jim-ej6yz]

The beauty of 1911 .45acp is ypu really dont need +P or hollow point ammo. 230 ball gets the job done. Thanks for the great video. I enjoy all of your videos.

[@hrfunk]

Thank you!

[@TheFordtough25]

Nice video, enjoyed the review also sir! I have the same holster, very handy for working outside! :)

[@hrfunk]

Yes it is. Thanks for watching!

[@jeffsams2834]

Another great video, my friend!

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Jeff!

[@gurugoguzhanson]

Wilson Combat "Gun Guys" have a new video up around the 1911 .45 ACP reliability issues. There is some interesting info.

[@danbyers8462]

That was a solid test! The probable cause like you stated may have been your thumb rode up some on the slide stop. When I fire my FNX(.40), occasionally my thumb rides up on the safety. Oops! When my Metro Arms American Classic "Amigo" has several (FTF) stoppages I am certain it is mag problems. Need to get some Chip McCormack Mags. Should I mention your name? (Optics Planet)

[@hrfunk]

If you use my discount code, you'll get 5% off. Just plug it in when you check out.

[@danbyers8462]

Awesome HR! Did you see that Springfield has released the SA 35 Hi Power. A Browning clone. I think they are going to sell a "butt load" as the MSRP is reported to be around $699. Think that is. Awesome as it comes with 13 rnd Me that mags.

[@danbyers8462]

Metgar stupid auto correct!

[@danbyers8462]

Forgot to add in 9mm.

[@hrfunk]

Someone actually called me to tell me about it a couple of hours ago. From what I can see looking at it online, it looks like a fairly faithful copy of the P-35. Now I’m trying to figure out how exactly you get on the secret list of KZbinrs to get advanced samples of new firearms so you can release a video on the same date that new firearm is announced.

[@danbyers8462]

@@hrfunk guess you have to be on the manufacturers list of "Tack Drivers!" Lol! Like how I did that?! Have a great shooting day! Guess it is soggy over there in the Buckeye as it is raining again here in the Keystone!

[@frankweges8163]

The SA 35 would be nice, but I love my 1911"s.

[@danoneill2846]

I have hit the slide stop on my 10mm Kimber in the past from the recoil . I think I just needed to grip it tighter , when I did , it didn't happen . I'm not a nube , the Kimber 5" has more recoil than a G20 has with the same ammo , same day . I am right handed & hold mostly 2 thumbs forward , not overly tight , never had an issue with any other handgun . I find if I tuck my thumbs down a bit tighter never happened again .

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Dan. I don't think I caused that, but it's the only time It's happened with this pistols so I can't say for certain.

[@danoneill2846]

@@hrfunk I just looked closer & your thumbs looked tucked tight enough ??

[@Desperado3248]

Next up you should get one of the new Springfield SA 35. The HighPower rides again!

[@hrfunk]

I was checking around yesterday and it sounds like they are several weeks away from hitting the stores.

[@chrischiampo7647]

@@hrfunk Some KZbinrs Already Have Them As Test and Evaluation Samples I’ve Seen a Few Videos Already On It HrFunk Maybe You Can Also Get Springfield To Loan You a Test Sample to Do a Review on 💨🔫😀👍🏼

[@Kawboy65]

@@hrfunk Do you buy your guns locally? What is your gun store of choice?

[@hrfunk]

@@Kawboy65 For the most part, yes I do. I have several stores that I go through in my area.

[@jameswilson1407]

The Megar's 8 round mags work great in the Tisa's. I own three, did a minor performance tune an they shoot like lasers. Definitely worth the money- very good quality an bang for the buck. Megar mags are about $20 bucks but also well made an heavy duty. They all fed flawlessly in all my Tisa's.

[@hrfunk]

I like Mec Gar mags in everything I’ve ever used them in.I agree they are a great value and provide superior performance.

[@spyrospyratos6335]

Tisas 1911 carry Purchased a couple months ago Loves hardball H ST and and HST plus p Also magtech,, Hornady 45acp 230gr all , Does not like spirit gold That's, Also Wilson combat Is 8 round magazines work perfectly in mine The standard mag turned out to be garbage Reliability with above mentioned is excellent

[@arborist460]

Love the 1911 vids and waitin patiently for another ria 10mm session…oh and did you channel your inner jim nakiyama with the new glasses…lol..hope that don’t make me to old Thanks again…

[@joztunes69]

I just bought mine two weeks ago and only had two malfunctions due to a bad round in each a box of ammo but ran the the rest and no issues at all

[@johnsutcliffe3965]

Hi Hrfunk, it would be interesting to see you test the 9mm version as well... especially considering 9mm can be even more finicky in a 1911 platform.. please dont get me wrong im not saying they dont run great or flawless but can have issues if not properly tuned or fitted correctly!!

[@mrcappetto]

Another great video. I am waiting for my first 1911, a Tisas B45R. I am looking forward to receiving it and taking it to the range. What is your opinion regarding a break-in period for these 1911 pistols? Are they really necessary?

[@hrfunk]

Conventional wisdom holds that a 1911 needs a couple of hundred rounds to "break in." That's probably still a good practice.

[@chicanoshaver474]

Good morning I recently got the tisas ss duty model and it’s been having feeding problems well after doing test I’ve come to realize the problem is the magazine spring I’ve tested it on a factory mag and Wilson combat mag same results

[@chicanoshaver474]

I also noticed when using 7 instead of 8 rounds of Norma mhp it won’t jam but if I use fmj it will jam every time

[@hrfunk]

May I ask what type of malfunction you are experiencing? My first thought is that you have a break-in issue, but the specific problem will help diagnose the issue.

[@chicanoshaver474]

@@hrfunk failure to feed at 8 rounds the slide pushes the top round downwards

[@hrfunk]

Since it only occurs on the last round, I agree. This is a magazine issue. I’ve had good luck with Chip McCormick mags in my Tisas.

[@chicanoshaver474]

@@hrfunk it occurs at the first round

[@loathsomedong]

I have a Tisas 1911a1 service and I have also experienced the slide locking back mid mag on one occasion. Not 100% sure why but otherwise the pistol has been flawless. The service model I have came with 2 factory 8rd magazines as well. Perhaps these mags could be another option for your army model?

[@hrfunk]

Thanks! I’m experimenting with different mags all the time.

[@TwentyTwoSigma]

Got one yesterday, mine has nosedive jams with hp unless it only has 5 rounds in the mag. If I put ball as the 6th rd it will feed. If I add the 7th it still wants to jam, just while it's about halfway fed. Bought a kimber tac mag and I can successfully load and feed 7 rounds as long as the top round is ball ammo. I can load the 8th then it does that funky half jam. What am I doing wrong? Gun is brand new. I'm assuming the mags have too much spring tension and need worn in or need better mags. People say buy wilson combat mags for any 1911 since they raise the bullet up further for easier feeding. I don't want to dump a bunch of money into mags that won't work or the gun if it's just a pos.

[@hrfunk]

It might just be a break-in issue. 1911s need a few rounds to get everything "worn in". It could also be magazine related. I would say run a couple of boxes of ammo through it, and if it doesn't straighten up, then try a different magazine (or two). If you're still having problems, send it back for service.

[@DanTheWolfman]

I had the hammer not drop today, and that was w the lightest 115 ammo of the day...it's a pretty easy to depress grip safety...I think the thumb safety got bumped up to an inbetween off and clicking on...think it is the 2nd time this has happened. If you sweep it up very slow there is a sorta inbetween spot in can get caught in and trigger won't pull. Is there a ball detent spring or something for the safety that could be causing this? Or anything to replace or just have to be very careful?

[@hrfunk]

Without examining the pistol it’s hard for me to say. You might want to see if the manufacturer will check it over.

[@2Aknight762]

I need to get one of those shoulder holsters. Cimarron makes a left handed version for me.

[@hrfunk]

Mine cane from El Paso Saddlery. I like it a lot.

[@chrispetersen113]

@@hrfunk > I just ordered one from MIDWAY🇺🇸! Seems like the only online retailer that had them available...

[@hrfunk]

I hope you like it. I ordered mine directly from El Paso Saddlery.

[@chrispetersen113]

@@hrfunk > I'm very pleased with it, and also appreciate that it's MADE IN TEXAS!

[@chrispetersen113]

I recently did some testing with my well used & "finicky" Remy1911R1: With Federal HST 230> #1: Tripp Research Cobra #2: Metalform Elite

[@kxkxkxkx]

News I can use... Thanks chief!

[@hrfunk]

You're welcome!

[@marsukaivelee]

i absolutely like your videos....and 1911 is just a legend....what cind of holster you have on video and where can i bye holster like that

[@hrfunk]

It’s a copy of a WWII shoulder holster made by El Paso Saddlery.

[@VMEMotor5]

Good video. I love that Tanker holster. Where did you get it? Looks like just thing for my ATV riding in the back country.

[@hrfunk]

It's from El Paso Saddlery

[@jasonwalls6806]

Picking up one of these soon can't wait to get it

[@hrfunk]

I hope you like it!

[@jasonwalls6806]

Picked mine up Saturday and I absolutely love it

[@hrfunk]

Good for you. I was just carrying mine yesterday on a long walk through the woods and fields surrounding my home.

[@jasonwalls6806]

Haven't had a chance to run it yet but hopefully after I leave work at 1600 I can get a chance to run a box of ammo real quick

[@PaulG-oc2ct]

BTW I know you are a fan of the hi power when Springfield arms releases its new sA 35 hi power please do a review I have Tisas Br9 and dont know if its worth me getting another hi power.

[@hrfunk]

I’m already working on getting one. Stay tuned!

[@williambarnette1049]

Hi Chief I actually love the Tisas 1911! I rewatched your video several times and your support hand thumb was floating just a bit and could have possibly activated the thumb safety? I am having a duty Tisas tuned up for me as we speak

[@hrfunk]

I've reqwatched that sequence several times and I've magnified my hands as much as possible. I can see my thumb moving inder recoil, but I don't THINK it contacted the slide-stop. At this point, I've run about 100 rounds of ball ammo throught the pistol without a problem. In all likelihood, that's probably all it will see from this point forward.

[@buckshot4428]

I can guarantee you that the new 1911's are more relaible than a Colt from back in the 60's till about the 80's. They would not relaible feed h/p ammo and many were given to pistolsmiths for trigger jobs, lowered ejection ports, tuned extractors, etc.

[@chrischiampo7647]

That Tisas Runs Really Well HrFunk 😊😀😀 It’s Very Similar to the ATI I Bought 10 Years Ago or So for 320.00 A Real Bargain I Still Have it and Shoot it 💨🔫😎👍🏼

[@hrfunk]

Good for you Chris. Thanks for watching!

[@Sourpusscandy]

I was doing a search for a SDS 1911 Duty SS45 and your video came up. I wonder why. How much did that gun cost?

[@hrfunk]

In my area, they sell for about $475.

[@rapideddie1399]

Mr. Funk, Thanks for the reviews on this pistol. I have one on order and am looking forward to the shakedown shoots. Please tell me about the shoulder holster you’re using!

[@hrfunk]

The holster is from El Paso Saddlery. You can find it on their website.

[@rapideddie1399]

@@hrfunk Thank you!

[@paulscountry456]

I would feel warm and cozy with either of those rounds,xtp or gs in 45.

[@jameswilson1407]

Great T & E video!!

[@hrfunk]

Thanks James!

[@rElliot09]

I should have purchased a Tisas instead of my Kimber lol It shoots ball just fine but not JHP. My SA TRP 1911 shoots everything but probably should for the price.

[@scottdebruin3167]

That seems like a good reliable pistol, especially for the money.

[@hrfunk]

I like it a lot!

[@mrshifter8220]

Well......it is almost an 100% exact replica of the original......so it was built to fire ball, not hallow points. I keep mine loaded with ball. Enjoyed your video......

[@charlesphillips5906]

How does the 8 round magazine do if you chamber a round and then top off the magazine? In other words, if the slide is forward can you seat a fully loaded 8 shot magazine?

[@hrfunk]

It loads and functions just fine. I believe, in the video when I loaded the first 8-round magazine, the slide was forward.

[@DanTheWolfman]

Never mind now my butts numb I finished watching...a lot of 1911s that are HP finicky seem to run well w Golden Saber out of better mags like Chip M or Wilson Combat from what I've read.

[@glennrogers9905]

Informative. Thanks. Have you experienced any other feed or extraction problems with the A1? Would you have any reservations carrying it?

[@hrfunk]

No I wouldn't. I don't recall having any other malfunctions with that pistol.

[@glennrogers9905]

@@hrfunk Thanks.

[@frankhinkle5772]

Nice gun. I do like the sexy Tanker style holster.

[@hrfunk]

Thanks Frank!