Tisas 1911A1 US Army Review

[@garyhardison9265]

Been shooting 1911s for over 25 years, competition and fun, bought this 1911 as a first time gunsmithing project to work on and using the firearms actual parts, a few stones, and tools got the original trigger to 3.5 lbs no issues, very reliable and accurate, fired around 500 rounds through it at range using various loads/ brands.. no feeding issues. Ordering a barrel bushing to fit and a white dot stake in front sight, will widen out rear sight to accommodate front sight and I expect great things. Own some high end 1911s and a few Springfield's/ Colts that I've put alot of rounds through but this one is begging for more rounds at the range. If your want a first gun to learn gunsmithing, this is it, forged frame and slide, heavy like my older Springfield's, take a fine stone do some trigger work, no need to replace any parts, and if you want those tight groups at 20 plus yards you can drop in a barrel bushing. Up to you whether to put some paint on the original front sight or just stake in a front sight, all you need. This gun is a tack driver and with $400 investment in gun and $50 or $100 invested in sights/ barrel bushing, its as accurate and reliable as many guns 2-3 times your investment. In the future will fit the slide/ rail frame with the Brownells kit but this gun is a solid tribute

[@jugo1944]

It's also been my experience that cheap browning action guns are totally adequate

[@Wildwestwrangler]

Got mine for 300. It's in my nightstand with 5 mags. Love those 230gr gold dots!!!

[@markchoate9021]

I got one of these a couple of weeks ago. I have several 1911's (new ones, originals, etc.) so I took them all to the range to play. The Tisas ate all the ammo that I threw at it with no problems. Also, I tried all of the other mags (new and originals) with no hitches. Not only that, I disassembled the WWII originals that I have and was able to fit the slide onto the Tisas. THAT's how close to the originals this is! As you said, no slop or rattle. Finally, I did see a video couple days ago and a fella had run 3,000 rounds through his. It still ran and looked good. Yes, there were some wear marks but really looked good.

[@triplefshooting]

Thanks for the info! That's awesome that the parts interchangeability is there. Good to know it's in spec and aftermarket or original parts will work.

[@societyisboring]

Ria and tisas make the best m1911s today. They all are under 1k a d if you get gi models from both they are less than 500 depending on when and where you buy it. I own ria runs all ammo thrown at it only had problems when trying 2 pro mags I got for free

[@furball9965]

thank you for showing the original 1911. i just yesterday put the money down on my first 1911 i have been wanting one for years

[@triplefshooting]

No problem. Congrats on your first!

[@CLBCLF2015]

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[@daleeasternbrat816]

I bought one of these to replace an original 1918 Colt as my truck gun/coach Pistol. A friend of mine insisted I do so because of the value and family history involved. My great uncle brought it back from France after the first World War. The original 1911 ate every kind of ammo I ever fed it and always hit what I aim at. It is an extremely reliable pistol. More reliable than some expensive custom 1911s I own. The Tisas equals the reliability and accuracy of my original Colt. I would still use the old 1911 as a truck gun except for it's extraordinary value. The Tisas has my full confidence.

[@triplefshooting]

Good to know it is a solid replica! I'd hang on to that Colt like my life depended on it if I were you. Awesome piece of history

[@CL-ty6wp]

Why would a pistol be in the truck and not on your waist?

[@daleeasternbrat816]

@@CL-ty6wp I have a few different different carry guns, including a 1911, a Browning and a Glock. The coach Pistol stays in the glove compartment. I actually don't need it but I just got used to having one there. An extra 1911hanging around is not a bad thing.

[@keithhagler502]

@@daleeasternbrat816 My EDC is a Colt WWI remake, it's my favorite, but I'm gonna get one of these Tisas's in 9mm, unless I can find a true Browning High-power, which they quit making. Need a coach pistol so I can save the finish on my Colt. I just can't grasp carrying or even owning a modern, and to me, ugly as sin with blocky sights that cover the target, plasticy pistol. I wear a fedora at times as well, so maybe it's just me.

[@daleeasternbrat816]

@@keithhagler502 That Colt 1911 remake is a gun that I have seen in reviews and pictures. I have never handled one but if it functions anything like my original then you have no trouble with it. The Tisas 1911 A1 only failed to function with a magazine that has never functioned well in any pistol I've tried it in. I'm spoiled. I absolutely expect a 1911 to function every time. Bad magazines or bad ammo being the exception.

[@jc-vc7xq]

I’ve owned this gun for about 2 years now and I’ve shot over 1500 rounds through it. Couldn’t be happier with it. It’s a forged slide, frame and barrel so durability and longevity shouldn’t be a problem.

[@triplefshooting]

Good to hear. Mine is going on a year now and have no complaints.

[@blueduck9409]

I started training and been shooting the M1911A1 longer than you have been breathing air. I never had any bite ever, probably 5,000 rounds, possibly more. They use to train us to fire 2 shots at a time , or double tap. A little bright paint or glow in the dark paint on the front sight helps a bunch. The M1911A1 is like an unbroke horse. Dont show it any fear, and you will master it.

[@triplefshooting]

My hammer bite definitely comes from my grip style. With very slight modification, it runs painlessly. When were you issued one? I'm always looking for info from those who used it officially! Thanks for the info!

[@jacobivy2854]

That’s the problem. You don’t shoot a lot. “Probably 5,000 rounds” since “before [I] was breathing air” is an astonishingly low volume of fire. I wouldn’t even consider 5,000 rounds per year to be a truly significant amount of practice, much less that much over 3 decades or so.

[@johnp9402]

It could be training or maybe it's your small bony female sized hands 😂

[@larry648]

I put some of the wife’s red nail polish on my sight. 😆

[@Wildwestwrangler]

​@@jacobivy2854true. For years I used any where from 1k to 1500rds a week!!! But.... At the time I was single and made decent money!!!

[@gaberay2903]

Hammer bite is just a part of the 1911 experience

[@triplefshooting]

Oddly, it's one of the things that made me like this replica even more. Closer to the real thing is always good

[@gaberay2903]

@@triplefshootingmakes me want it even more lol

[@michaelallsup1]

I have a couple of these I bought almost 3 years ago. I carry one every day, they are a great gun. The one I carry I have over 2000 rds through it and it is still tight and accurate.

[@johnp9402]

I gotta say your way more badass than me if you can edc one of these.

[@martynrosa]

I enjoyed the video and it's very informative. I have a Tisas 1911a1 to add to my military display. The field gear to your left brings back a lot of memories. Thank you.

[@triplefshooting]

Thank you, and enjoy the pistol!

[@bryanrabel5081]

I only got one 8 round magazine with mine. My Remington 1911 interchanges really well. Pretty much any ammo has been ok. Good video. Very fair and simple. I don't mean to be critical but as an old guy the only issue I had with your video was letting your magazines drop. At the range you're not rushing so take care of your equipment. I know you are reviewing the gun.

[@peteloomis8456]

Same with me only 1 MEC Gar mag and the manual and a cleaning brush but a cardboard box that says Tisas on it but that was 2 years ago. I got the Tisas A-1 tanker all black with the black grips and it's been reliable and no hammer bite shooting 2 handed and I've got big hands . So far it's digested every different type of ammo through it no problem. Like he says though the sights are small and hard to see so I took some white paint and painted the front sight about 3 notches down using a tooth pick and my machinist magnifying glasses so I could see the details of those notches in the front sight better and let the first coat dry for about a hour then added a second and let that dry and used some clear nail polish over that to add more durability to the testers model paint so it doesn't rub off when pulling the gun in and out of the holster all the time . Looking to find a competent gun smith to upgrade the sights on it I think because my eyes aren't as sharp up close as they used to be but I can still see good far away. The last time at the local range that's close to home it's kind of a combo range where you have 4 different back stops to hang targets on starting at 25 ,50,75 &100 yds when sitting under the pavilion at the 3 benches they have and I was able to hit a old stove they had sitting out at the 100 yard mark with it using Winchester 230 grain ball ammo with it while some guy and his son were watching from behind up on the hill . They were going to shoot bow by the bow and arrow range up on the hill on the other side and were just watching for a bit while talking to them when I was leaving . For closer up shooting I built a portable pistol stand that I copied from my conceal carry instructor after I asked him for the dimensions of it that folds up into a old folding chair case so if nobody else is shooting the days I go to the range I set that up at 10 & 20 yards out and shoot from the bench standing . It's a crude shooting range but it's free and not a whole lot of people go shooting their plus it's less than a mile from my house so I use it as often as I can . It's actually a old sportsman's club and every Tuesdays and Sundays during the season they have trapp leagues shooting . Nice clubhouse with a kitchen bar and furniture to sit and relax or BS with others plus lots of different animal mounts from wildlife that's been taken in the area and thought about joining as a lifetime member but the fees went up from 100.00 to 500.00 which to me is kind of high for the amount of time I would spend doing stuff for them plus I belong to a car club that actually seems more active during the warm season until winter so I think I will just use the range for practice instead.

[@peacemaker-du4hz]

The 1911 worked for both my grandpa and my dad in the Corps. Saved both of them from what I'm sure wasnt their best times overseas. Great review on a great 1911. I have a rock island .I dont have the tisas yet but maybe some day

[@jimwestberg4771]

Damn this vid sold me on getting one myself. All in all, 415 bucks for the pistol, holster, and og grips. To me it's one of the best values out there right now.

[@triplefshooting]

That's awesome! I'm sure you won't be disappointed. I should have mentioned in the video that a 9mm version is available for around the same price. Would definitely reduce the cost of shooting, but you would lose some of the authenticity.

[@christophermead9800]

The pistol is cerakoted to mimic parkerizing. The mags are actually parkerized. Nice pistol 👍🏻 I just picked one up for $420. The new production models come with double diamond checkered wood grips

[@bryanrabel5081]

They have this pistol online at Sportsman's Outdoor Superstore for $329

[@christophermead9800]

@@bryanrabel5081 I bought mine on Midway

[@bryanrabel5081]

@@christophermead9800 oh cool I like Midway USA as well!

[@korazjian5251]

Fin feather fur in my area has them for 319.99 w/ 2 - 8rd checkmate mags

[@michaelmatthews2759]

I have an older one that's actually parkerized, shame if they changed that

[@tomschrein417]

Got mine a couple weeks ago. It came with 2 sets of grips wood (double diamond) and plastic. Put 100 rounds through it, no hammer bite. Great gun, I like it so much I think I’m going to buy the Tank Commander too.

[@freepatriot6028]

I have one, it's a real good pistol for the price ,shoots good ,reliable, haven't had any problems, I'm pretty happy with it

[@lens7859]

Recently bought the same one. It was my first 1911. Wanted to see if I liked the platform. Well now I’m hooked and want more, and I don’t care what the gun snobs say, this is one solid, tight, accurate and well built handgun. I have fired more expensive ones and it shoots the same. If you want to try a 1911, can’t beat it!

[@kevincollier4147]

The lowered ejection ports on 1911s came about in the 1960s as custom for folks reloading so the brass would not get dented exiting the gun. Also, the narrower 1911 spur hammer is usually a bit shorter so it doesn't bite quite as bad as the wide hammer.

[@triplefshooting]

Thanks for the info! I didn't quite know when that ejection port got bigger

[@fratercontenduntocculta8161]

Have this very same model and it blew me away just like this video. The mag that came with mine was a sweet Italian made Mec-Gar one too! Already fired well over 100 rounds with no jams or stoppages. If you're in the market for an inexpensive .45, give this one a try!

[@mulder4528]

I have had the same experiences with these. I note that as they seem very consistent gun to gun. Just amazing for what they cost. My take away is why so many manufacturers at three times the price do not do better than this pistol. The old 1911A1 pistol works, not ideal as you say but it works and if for any reason it’s all you had no reason you could not prevail lot of people have.

[@BonnieKay13]

To add; The Tisas A1 Army has a hammer-forged frame, barrel and slide, this is NOT a cast gun, it's the same quality as any Colt, Remington or Singer. Price is up, $430 now.

[@triplefshooting]

Good point. That's a major benefit

[@tylerayers8531]

Picked up mine at the local gun shop today for 402$

[@keithhagler502]

Still $329 here, waiting on new shipment. Hopefully today. Probably $400 by the time walk out the door with it.

[@michaela.sereno5436]

I enjoyed your review on the Tisas A1/1911 you got straight to the point and didn't carry on with a bunch of rambling B.S., thank you. Very good info and straight forward.

[@triplefshooting]

Thanks!

[@boomdawg56]

I am remembering shooting the 1911 in Boot Camp, one handed, weak hand went in our trouser pockets to make sure we didn't use two hands and get bitten. WHen my eyes were younger and I could easily see those tiny sights, I found taking a fin bead with those sights improved group size. Love the 1911's from Tisas and RIA.

[@triplefshooting]

Always cool to hear from people who actually have experience in the military with the 1911a1. Lots of fun comments about hammer bite not being a thing or how sad and lowly one must be to say it exists. It's not the worst thing in the world. It's actually cool that it exists on this clone and gets that close to the real thing.

[@michaelhodges8312]

Got one last month. Thoroughly impressed, and I’m real careful about purchasing firearms. Love the A1 setup with the improved larger cutout ejection port.

[@andykennard9458]

It’s a nice little gun, love mine, never had a single issue with it, and as you said you can’t beat the price.

[@boystainey]

Bought one of these for myself for my WW2 nostalgia larp. I have to say it’s amazing. My carry gun is a 43, but this is my nightstand/range toy. Also nice to sit it in my coffee table when I’m watching The Pacific with a beer lol.

[@triplefshooting]

My sentiments exactly. Bought for vietnam stuff, ended up liking it way more than I thought I would. Luckily works for ww2 all the way up to 80s stuff 👍

[@1001Hobbies]

There's a newer *3,000 round* review of this gun on another channel. The only wear that it had was cosmetic wear to the Cerakote finish in some places, such as holster wear around the muzzle end of the slide, as well as inside the slide, but NO MECHANICAL WEAR. The slide was just as tight as when it was bought. Very impressive.

[@triplefshooting]

Thanks for the info! That's good news

[@henrydelvalle7706]

Great gun, bought it when they first came out and zero issues.

[@marcoscomeau4571]

Waiting for my Tisas to get to the FFL, I’m pretty excited about it! Awesome video Sir great job!

[@JayBoogieLive]

How’s it holding up man? Currently waiting on my Tisas 1911 government to get to FFL and I’m anxious lol

[@barryfroelich3526]

At Ft . Carson in 1977 the apc drivers carried the 1911 and grease gun . The rest of us had m16 a1’s

[@triplefshooting]

The grease gun is a bucket list shooter for me. Hopefully I can get back out to Battlefield Vegas and give one a try

[@barryfroelich3526]

@@triplefshooting they were crude stamped metal. The bolt was a Huge,long magazine ,chambered in .45 cool !

[@mrshifter8220]

I have three Tisas 1911's....this one, the ZIG (older model) and just received the Tanker....all are over the top quality and accurate.....personally I like the nubbie sights, I'm 70, and grew up on them. Also have two Girsan 1911, Turkish made and super quality also. Enjoyed your video fellow Patriot!

[@triplefshooting]

Thanks! Glad you're enjoying yours as much as I am. I love running the old style 1911 as well and find it to be fairly easy to shoot even compared to the larger modern sights

[@trenacook7694]

I concur. Tisas us army is One heck of a forged frame, forged slide, and hammer forged barrel 1911.

[@gregary100]

Good video... shows actually what the gun can do ... Turkish gun manufacturing is certainly come in to it’s own ... value for money .. big manufactures ... should take note ... watch out for complacency... it’s a buyer ‘s market .... 👍

[@crustjunkie]

Bought this about 2 weeks ago for roughly $329, and just picked it up at my FFL today, but have yet to shoot it. I got the Service Special version on accident not knowing there were different variations of the Tisas 1911A1. The only difference is it has a skeletonized commander style hammer, comes with more of your premium 8 round mags that extend out the grip, and came with an extra pair of swappable black grips. Crazy that alot of people have been picking these up over the holidays, I've seen a bunch of reviews in the past couple weeks. Looks like I made a good choice.

[@korazjian5251]

i picked up the service special as well i paid 341 after tax, I love this pistol lol i put some VZ operator II grips and goddamn it feels good in the hand. do not regret my purchase at all, IMO tisas and canik are giving US brand a run for their money.

[@junkyardog6621]

Got mine for $249 from Sportsmans Warehouse. Brought it in as a used firearm but it has never been shot. An absolute steal for the price!

[@triplefshooting]

Good Lord, I'd say that's a good deal

[@popeyesm2]

Great gun...I bought the 45 & 9mm.....At first I was just going to get the 9 because the ammo is cheap and the 1911 A1 look was there. But because I carried a 1911A1 45 in the Navy I decided I needed it also..I could field strip the 1911 A1 when I was in the 5th grade. They now come in a nice case with 2 mags along with the walnut & plastic grips.

[@triplefshooting]

I almost did the exact same thing. I couldn't find a 9mm version when I purchased this. In the end I'm glad I ended up with the 45. Would be cool to have both though...

[@Bob-gl6cg]

the US ARMY now sells with a second set of grips and fair market now is around $435.

[@williambradford352]

Outstanding review! No nonsense, straightforward and informative.

[@ricardomiguel8286]

Loved this pistol throughout my tours. Boot camp taught you to it one handed so you could hold your horse reins with the other.

[@recoveringnewyorker2243]

The reason it is so inexpensive is the Turkish lira has taken a dump on world money markets. Turkish firearms in general have come down in price. My local gunsmith (who probably knew Moses when he was a little boy) says Tisas 1911s are just about as good (although not as fancy) as domestically produced 1911’s. He also had good things to say about the Rock Island Armory 1911’s.

[@triplefshooting]

Good to know. I don't often hear any negative remarks on either brand that have much substance. There are always those who have pride in their expensive gun, but most of those arguments don't go very far. Thanks for the info!

[@SonOfTheDawn515]

I'd rather get a rock island than a turkish firearm.

[@recoveringnewyorker2243]

@@SonOfTheDawn515 Agreed. But I bought my Tisas 1911 used.

[@chrismead5446]

In the Military in the 1980s they focused more on 2 handed grip. They taught the shooter to keep the firing hand thumb low for strength of weapon retention and then wrap your support thumb around your trigger hand thumb. Kinda like a high revolver grip. I leanred to shoot a 1911 with a high revolver grip. I never get hammered bite. I was taught by Vietnam and Desert Storm veterans.

[@triplefshooting]

Thanks for the info!

[@tsmgguy]

There's a newer version out now that doesn't have an enlarged ejection port or mag well bevel. There are no markings on the slide at all. The wide hammer spur is gone in favor of a narrower hammer. Grips are walnut but plastic grips are included. It has two Mec-Gar mags.

[@triplefshooting]

Well crap. I'm going to have to check out the slide on the new one

[@davidcox3076]

Thank you for the review! Several years ago my friend brought his Canik to the shootin' ditch. Turkish pistol? Color me very skeptical. But it was built solidly with a smooth trigger. I was very impressed. Now I'm seeing good things about the Tisas 1911. Maybe I was wrong about the Turks.

[@triplefshooting]

I was always the same way about Turkish firearms. I am very happy with this pistol. The only other Turkish gun I have is a CZ licensed hammered double barrel. Review coming at some point on that.

[@peteloomis8456]

Supposedly the Turkish army uses these Tisas as their standard carry pistols from what I read .

[@bhoward9378]

I found your channel while I'm awaiting delivery of my Tisas 1911a1 Army. I'm really looking forward to it, as all the reviews are very positive. Subscribed.

[@triplefshooting]

Much appreciated. I'm sure you won't be disappointed with the gun. The channel is a toss up haha

[@CLBCLF2015]

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[@easyfiveOsink]

For those that have held off buying a 1911 because of cost reasons, I would say what are you waiting for? I had break-in extraction issues with my RIA 1911 that I did not have with the Tisas made 1911. Whether you go for the bare bones clone or a tweaked target style 1911 take advantage of the $ exchange rates and get a Tisas. The quality is there and they don't disappoint.

[@KyleFromThe575]

Cant recommend Tisas enough much better quality than RIA imo super tight tolerances better than paying 1500+ for an original colt 1911a1 if youre on a budget or just want to save some money lol.

[@Cageey1117]

I received a Tisas 1911A1 from SDI for my 1911 armorers course. I'm just getting started. The sights are small-way small. And the front sight is staked in.

[@Blakgun]

Fun video! Thanks for not being so deadly serious like some of these guys are. And I like that you are into the old military stuff also. Years ago I built a 60s era M16 clone and an XM177 clone out of mostly Colt parts, back when Colt parts were cheap and easier to find. This will make a nice compliment to those. Anyway, I've got one of these Tisas coming in to my FFL today. Looking forward to picking it up. It's been years since I last had a 1911 in my collection. I've had a Colt, a Springfield, and an AMT Hardballer. None of them were what I'd call reliable. I have high hopes for this one. :) Wanted to add that I also have a Rock Island 1911 in 10mm. I've put over a thousand rounds through it with zero failures of any kind. These cheap 1911s seem to really work well.

[@triplefshooting]

I hope this one does well for you. I bought mine for basically the same reason; to go along with any of my WW2/Vietnam era guns. So far still very happy with it. The Tisas probably won't see thousands of rounds in my hands, but it definitely scratches the itch I need it to.

[@Blakgun]

@@triplefshooting I put 342 rounds through it yesterday. Four different brands of FMJ including a box of steel cased, and ran two mags each of three different brands of mainstream hollowpoints. Zero failures and it was very accurate at 10 yards, like consistent two inch groups. I'm very happy with it. It's a really cool old fashioned pistol. Plus I ordered a repro tanker shoulder holster for it just for fun. :)

[@triplefshooting]

@Blakgun if that tanker turns out decent let me know. That'd be fun to run with a Garand or M1 carbine!

[@paranrs]

@@triplefshooting By the way, this is just an extra account I ended up with somehow. 😁

[@Blakgun]

@@triplefshooting I got that holster. It's not a Bianchi or Galco, but quality is good. The leather isn't thin and floppy, it's made well enough to hold up. I'd call it medium duty. It fits my Tisas really well. I'm not sure it's truly an exact replica of the original tanker holster, but I don't have one to compare it with. But for $35 I think you get a good value. I'd definitely recommend it for reenactment, etc. Even daily carry if one was inclined to carry in that manner. It was an Amazon purchase from World War Supply. It's listed as "M3 Premium Brown Drum Dyed Leather Tanker Shoulder Holster Marked JT&L 1943."

[@MrMark-hm9lk]

It's a major plus that the eject port is larger.

[@michaelgross7016]

I bought this pistol for less than $300....transfer included....about 1.5 yrs ago. Its exactly like the 1911a1 I was issued in 1987....(before beretta ramped it up) The cerecote finish is very much like what I was issued (1911a1 remington rand). But, this finish is top notch for durability. Accurate as hell. came with plastic and wood grips!!! Its my favorite.

[@Milkman3572000]

I just bought one. LOTS of good reviews. First impression, it is accurate. I have a goal of wearing this gun out. I have about $430 in it total. I'd buy another.. If a local shop had them in stock. Someone posted below.. painting the front sight. YES. I am old I need some help with the front sight.

[@DRNEGOLICIS]

I got one this week. Mines made in the USA. Manufactured In Tennessee

[@brianpaddack3088]

Made in Turkey. Imported through Tennessee.

[@WilliamSirman]

Have one on the way! I will compare it mentally to my issued (1981) Remington Rand, made in 1943! I still remember the serial number! I never got hammer bite from my original! I have other 1911's but can't wait to receive this highly rated clone!

[@triplefshooting]

I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Hammer bite seems to be a person to person issue. Lots get it, lots don't. Hopefully you don't get it

[@AeolusIICB]

We were taught a saucer/tea cup two handed grip (80s) so no bite. 🤷🏻‍♂️Loves me Tisas! 👍

[@twistedarm]

I own 2 of these, its a little heavy but that makes it more stable when sighting .by using lime green model paint for $5 or less a bottle it gives a great contrast.

[@stevepowell8866]

As for quality over time? I've got well over 4000 rounds through my Tisas Army model and the only failure was around 1500 rounds when the firing pin stop broke. Quick, cheap and easy fix with an Ed Brown replacement and it's been flawless ever since. It's by far my favorite shooter.

[@triplefshooting]

Thanks for the info!

[@pipeninja1578]

Looks like a GREAT one! Thanks for reviewing it.

[@DownUnderTexasPerformance]

I love these honestly, amazing beginner gun that I probably never rid of

[@triplefshooting]

I am very impressed with it still. Any friends that shoot it have almost immediately started searching to buy one as well

[@michaelhodges8312]

You can purchase the real darker brown and texture GI grips (brand new) at Kahr Arms. Just got a pair.

[@triplefshooting]

Nice, thanks for the info.

[@michaelfinney2160]

Impressive ! Good review. Have a Blessed Day

[@triplefshooting]

Same to you

[@earlmorrison8163]

Not bad shootin pistol. I have not seen one up close ! Thanks for the video !!

[@triplefshooting]

No problem! It was fun to make. I'm sure I say it enough in the video but this thing was very impressive!

[@sds_arms]

We have gotten a lot of positive feedback this year on our 1911's.

[@triplefshooting]

Tisas USA I was a bit nervous before purchasing, but am very glad that I did. This was the first tisas product I've ever owned and used. I've also been interested in the PX9 for the price point.

[@MMCUSN]

If I didn't already have some Armscor 1911's I'd probably go for one of these.

[@triplefshooting]

Having owned both I actually enjoy this a little more. Not because it shoots better or anything, just because I can make it look a little more historically accurate

[@michaelhodges8312]

I’ve found that my Wilson Combat 47DCB mags are the best. Comes with low profile base plate. Leaving that Mec-Gar in the Tisas box.

[@triplefshooting]

Don't blame you there

[@HeavyJay1421]

I spent 280 on this clone not my EDC or my truck gun. Just a gun I saw at a okay price.

[@matthewrobinson4323]

Several years ago (I think 10 +/-) I bought a Springfield Armory GI model 1911 used for $600.00. I absolutely love it. I might have to get a Tisas to keep it company.

[@triplefshooting]

I think they'd make a nice pair

[@matthewrobinson4323]

@@triplefshooting I just remembered, it was $500.00. And I replaced the very nice wooden grips with bakelite grips to make the gun more like what we had been issued back in the day. My wife did NOT understand that. When I bought it, there was also a Rock Island Armory GI for $450.00 new, but the arched main spring housing and lanyard loop were too much for me to resist. Go figure.

[@triplefshooting]

@Matthew Robinson i have found many things that my wife looks at me funny for lol

[@richardrogers8254]

Had the Springfield GI, traded it off, miss it. Thing would shoot 1/2" at 25yds with handloads. These look nice.

[@lens7859]

Sweet collectors piece you have there!

[@triplefshooting]

I can't claim it. I'm lucky to have a father with good taste!

[@dotjai330]

16:30 the gun is for close quarter killing- within 25ft. Don't think you're going to run around hunting targets beyond 30ft. in the dark.

[@keithhagler502]

Truer words never been spoken.

[@kencarnley7101]

Thanks for showing the original.

[@user-zs1fr7im6l]

Really nice 1911 for $339 buck or so ! Turkish quality !

[@truthteller9562]

The first gun i bought when I turned 18 was a colt 1911A1 in 1992. I got this one 6 months ago and its just as sweet. Ironically i paid the same as i did for the colt. 😅😂

[@triplefshooting]

Too bad those days are long gone! Glad the clone is that close to the real thing though.

[@tpelle2]

I'm an old 1911 shooter - been shooting them for over 40 years (I just turned 70). Regarding your complaint about hammer bite - this has nothing to do with a one handed vs. two handed grip, but it has everything to do with your high-thumb grip. Evolution has provided us with something called an "opposable thumb". Why go against five or so million years of evolution. Shooting your pistol with you thumb or thumbs waving around up in the air like rabbit ears adds NOTHING to your shooting performance. Once you draw your pistol, and your right thumb sweeps the safety off as it comes on target, the right thumb has done its job - except for helping you hold on to the pistol either through recoil, or during an attempt by your assailant to take the pistol away from you to kill you with it! That right thumb should be curled down on the grip to around the height of the mag release button (but not on it - if you have thumbs like an orangutan). Hold the pistol like you are holding a hammer. Do you hold a hammer or a screwdriver or any other tool with your thumbs waving around like deelybobbers? GET A GRIP! Concentrate on applying grip pressure with all three available fingers - especially your little finger. That will give you best recoil control. Also, for releasing the slide after a mag change, don't waste time with an over-the-top or slingshot maneuver to release the slide. After you push the fresh magazine home with the heel of your support hand, the hand should roll forward so that your support hand fingers wrap around your strong hand finger and the thumb will naturally fall into place on the slide release. After it releases the slide the thumb should come down to a position on top of the strong hand thumb in order to add to the gripping power. If you are compelled to shoot one-handed, you can either break your shooting grip to reach the slide release, or you can hook the rear sight on your pistol belt or heel of your boot, whatever. These are just my suggestions after most of a lifetime shooting handguns - but I have a real prejudice against that high thumb shooting grip. The only thing that it seems to do for you is to press against the slide and impede it's cycling - which is not a good thing - or getting against the slide stop lever and prematurely locking the slide back under recoil (because they don't have a good enough grip on the gun in the first place because of the rabbit-ears thing). I've asked numerous shooters I've seen shooting this way about it, and what the benefit is, and all they say is something like "Well, that's how everybody does it on KZbin!" By the way, during WWII the government basically took possession of all wood, such as walnut or beech, for use in manufacturing rifle stocks. The companies that were making 1911s were unable to, then, make wood grips for their pistols - as pistols were of a lower priority than rifles. So Colt invented a plastic material suitable for injection-molding 1911 grips, and they actually called it "Coltwood".

[@triplefshooting]

Thanks for the info, especially the "colt wood". I had no idea. Most all of the shooting I've learned was just gleaning info from people since about age 14. Before that we never had handguns, only rifles and shotguns. I am by no means a trainer and don't claim to be. So when someone has new info it's always taken into consideration.

[@usualsuspect5173]

Sand or file a radius along the bottom edge of the grip safety and you'll see a difference in "hammer bite", those corners are too sharp, I've got Tisas, RIA s and my grandfathers colt from WW1, but i can tell you those Philippino pistols shoot great

[@w4fej]

I have two of the Tisas A1's, .45acp and 9mm and love both of them and the 45 I carry in my EDC rotation !!

[@triplefshooting]

How does the 9mm run? That was almost my choice but ended up with the 45, assuming it would have a better chance of running without issue.

[@w4fej]

Well it runs just fine, the 9mm is identical in every way to the 45 except for of course the actual barrel. I have had no issues with either one other than they are trying real hard to pull my pants when I carry either one of them.. Both great guns, and by the way, they are NOT clones, they are 100% stock 1911's built from the ACTUAL blue prints and the materials are the same. They didn't "improve" anything, they didn't add anything at all !! If the military still used them they could easily have been a supplier to the military. Go get the 9mm, you'll like it !!

[@triplefshooting]

@@w4fej thanks for the reply!

[@walterminer4990]

I think Cimmeron, smashed that spelling, makes an as original 1911 as possible. It was the model used in the movie, The Wild Bunch. Old 1911 guys, I mean age wise, will dab some bright nail polish on that front sight. Heck, Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn use a dab of paint decades ago, so why not, they shot okay! Nice presentation! Best to ya',,,,!

[@triplefshooting]

Thanks! Cimarron does make a standard 1911. They have a similar ejection port size to a modern 1911, but they do a really good job for the most part. Thanks for the kind words.

[@woodrowbrimm2805]

Looks very good for the money, just wish they had Ambidextrous Safeties then.

[@triplefshooting]

They have a few other models that do. Unfortunately, I don't think they make the "US Army" version with one.

[@tractortyme]

The TISAS 1911 Army has the 1918 hammer on it.

[@garycrandall8649]

Before I bought this pistol. I use to own a Rock Island 1911 he mentions in this video. The Rock Island started rounding off the corner of the slide lock notch after only 100 rounds proving to me it was made of a low quality non-ordinace grade steel. Probably scrap steel from the Philipeans where it was made. I got rid of it ASAP! Turkish gunsmiths are some of the best in the world and the turks always use ordinance grade steel since they are a NATO country. You can't go wrong with this 1911. It's tight as a drum, all the springs are strong and it hits right where you point the sights with near match grade accuracy out to 50 yards. Tisas also makes other highquality 1911 models for sale at reasonable prices. Check them out at Bud's Gun Shop.

[@Justhings332]

1911 parts don’t “fail”

[@karlhoss6840]

The sights were low profile and small because the pistol was designed in the mid-1900s......it was a combat pistol designed for point shooting with one hand. You nailed it... Shoot old guns the way they were designed to be fired. People forget that it's nearly a 120 year old design and

[@agustinequihua936]

Great video and shooting brother,I have a question you think a 12 pound recoil spring is to lite on my ria 1911 45, tank you take care and stay safe.

[@triplefshooting]

I'm not sure as to the exact poundage, but I have owned an officer model that destroyed a factory spring and barrel linkage in less than 500 rounds. Officer length (3.5") seems to need the most maintenance. I would lean toward a heavier spring in shorter barreled 45. As heavy as will retain reliability anyway. Thanks!

[@agustinequihua936]

@@triplefshooting mine have failures with a 16 pound spring, is a full size 1911 I guess I tried a 14 pound and see what happens tank you.

[@markuswx1322]

Watched the Tisas video factory tour, and it’s a state-of-the-art facility, which supplies the Turkish military. Not like the Philippines, where they probably have 10 year old kids pounding out parts by hand. If you have no prejudice against Turkish manufacture (they aren’t really our buddies, though a NATO member) this may be the 1911 for you.

[@TheAmerican1963]

They have 2 Remington-Rand clones ....... An Army version and the Marine Corps. version. Pretty cool to see that.

[@HK-qj4im]

I'm 250 rounds in on my new Tisas 1911A1. No hammer bite. My hands are XL..or 9. AND the Men back in 1940 were, on average, smaller than we are now. Smaller and Stronger apparently. I just put Orange paint on my front site.👍

[@peghead]

The grip safety on the M1911 had a shorter spur, the M1911A1 addressed hammer bite by lengthening the spur slightly but didn't eliminate it. The 'beaver-tail' found on many custom-style 1911's with long up-swept spurs are the final remedy all but making the 'bite' an impossibility. The TISAS M1911A1 clone bears the proper A1 grip safety.

[@triplefshooting]

Have yet to fire a 1911 as originally designed. I am planning on putting a new recoil spring in the colt to be on the safe side before we do. It's been reblued and such, so I don't feel absolutely horrible about shooting it. But I still don't want to tear it up.

[@hd114ul7]

I looked at them and would buy and trust my life on it over a Kimber any day.

[@triplefshooting]

I haven't had the pleasure of handling and shooting a "newer" kimber after they moved. I've heard mixed reviews since.

[@bunkstagner298]

It was originally called the Mozambique a technique used by Mike Roussseua years ago in a life or death fight . He won that fight

[@Grizzlyman420]

I snagged one from PSA for 299$ Best 1911 I own! Feeds every hallow point. Only had a few jams on the first couple mags which is normal. All hammer forged parts…runs better than my kimber! I was so impressed I snagged another tisas…all stainless steel 5”

[@triplefshooting]

Let me know how the stainless does! I've been thinking about getting the raider model they have to fill another collection gap

[@hoppinggnomethe4154]

Great as a first 1911, and great as a 1911 to be sent to a gunsmith for custom work

[@triplefshooting]

Never thought of the second option. That's an excellent point

[@sthompson4049]

Tisas has a video that is pretty good,been around over 100 years

[@lovemym16]

I got a brand new one of these for $220 on sale. It is absalutely the most accurate pistol I have ever shot. It does, for whatever reason, hate COLT magazines

[@triplefshooting]

That's odd. Mine was fine with milsurp mags and such, but I don't have any newer colt mags.

[@georgelopez16]

5 star video

[@johnwebb4191]

I would venture to say that in the early years no one even discussed or brought up the subject of "hammer bite". Men have become soft and complain about things that would embarrass those that preceded before them. If it hurts, walk it off!!!

[@rednecksniper4715]

Yes they did the extended beaver tail is one of the A1 upgrades from the ww1 1911

[@johnwebb4191]

@@rednecksniper4715 I have a Colt 1911 and a Remington Rand 1911a1 and I see no visual difference between the two in regards to the beaver tail. Actually modern shooters are still whining about the pinch with the so called upgrade from the WW2 upgrade. These guns were to be shot with one hand and when you use both hands the web is pushed up into the area where the injury occurs. Just like the doctor told the patient after the patient says "it hurts when I press or push right here". The doc told him, "well don't push there and it won't hurt".

[@rednecksniper4715]

@@johnwebb4191 I can assure you original WW1 1911’s have a shorter beaver tail I have a 1916 colt and it’s got the short beaver tail a lot of ww1 1911’s received some A1 upgrades like the extended beaver tail. You can ask legacy collectibles for comparison photos if you’d like they have alot right now

[@mondaymotivator_]

They also probably wore gloves more frequently back in the day, so I’d assume they felt it less

[@johnwebb4191]

@@mondaymotivator_ We never wore gloves "back in the day" because we couldn't afford them. The Marines never wore them. Hell we never wore gloves when putting up hay for pity sake. We dealt with callouses, sores, cuts, and bleeding and never said a word. Not like this new generation. Our generation never wore gloves unless you worked for a union and they made you wear them or bought them for you. I am telling you that males have been feminized and are a bunch of whiny butts. People want to ignore this and not admit it but it is the truth. Modern man is a much weaker example of what he used to be.

[@GeorgeMoilanen]

NICE REVIEW. THANKS

[@BillPMcLaughlin]

Solid review. Lotta info with lotta video vs too much talking….and potato wedges! Looking forward to my Tisas 1911 A1 to arrive at my local FFL in a day or so.

[@triplefshooting]

Thanks!

[@ElkoCowboy888]

You bought the ASF model of Tisas 1911A1 which is the Remington Rand version of WW2 1911s with the smaller safety

[@geraldmiller5232]

i bought my colt 45 in 1980 for $290.00. wish i could have waited until now to buy. i would have bought one of those clones.

[@joztunes69]

I bought mine about 2 months ago and love it

[@donwilson9086]

I might get one just because in 1971 I qualified on a 1911 in AIT at ft. Polk Louisiana.I have revolvers and two 9 mm auto Ruger and M and P . And Taurus T22. My grandson has the Ruger 1911. I would not want to put much money in it because the ammo will cost plenty…. Just for old time sake. I have land to shoot on. Does this come in a 9 mm because I have plenty of that ammo?

[@triplefshooting]

It does come in 9mm but is usually a few bucks more. I almost purchased the 9mm version for the exact same reason. Good luck and have fun!

[@allanfranklin9615]

Yes, it's about 25 bucks higher priced, but 9mm ammo more affordable. Well made, grips are great, mine came with extra mag, extra set of plastic grips ( why I am not sure), nice hard case, cleaning brush and tool. I have fired only 100 rounds through it, but it did very well. I just hope they will be able to keep prices down as I would like to have another, maybe theirTanker model. As for now, this is a shooter.

[@randyc5650]

Keep shooting that 45 and you will get a callus on the web of your hand eventually or you will be tough enough not to care. Also, if it shoots small groups like it did with crappy sights and it eats anything you feed it, I would find more than historic uses for it. Thanks for a great video.

[@triplefshooting]

All good points. For the price and function, it's hard to beat for a truck gun or something similar.

[@TheRealZJE313]

Someone do a comparison Tisas GI model 1911 vs. Taurus G2C&G3.AND G4 same price

[@WreckerDriver-rk5wt]

The one thing that you left out ,that is the 1911 model after 1924. Colt Tisas got the old Colt patten for it

[@jimc6144]

What is the purpose of the pointed tip on the barrel brushing wrench?