A kind visitor noted the absence of such a reference in the m1911. Nighthawk custom firearms hand building the worlds finest 1911 pistols. Founded in 2011 as a refuge for those that truly appreciate john moses brownings finest creation. The gun digest book of the 1911 by patrick sweeney. Recommended books for pistol marksmanship training daily. Patrick sweeney is the author of many of gun digest books bestselling titles, including gun digest book of the 1911, vols. As a selftaught smith, he takes special pride in his selection as the american pistolsmith guild 2004 pistolsmith of the year. The pistol went on to be americas longestserving sidearm, and the enthusiasm for the 1911 style pistol doesnt look like it will abate very soon, even after 104 years.
Now patrick sweeney provides the first indepth look at the model 1911 in all its forms, complete with information on ammunition, aftermarket parts and performance testing of semicustom guns. Towsley is a field editor for the nras american rifleman, american hunter, and shooting. Rock island m 1911 gi standard pistol the m 1911 gi standard is a great representation of the original us gi combat issue 1911 and is chambered in 45 acp. Most gun parts kits include a combination of new and used parts. Phase ii of the nra basic pistol shooting course reinforces and applies the skills students have already learned in the nra basics of pistol shooting elearning. This special historical tribute to john brownings incomparable model 1911 pistol was written by browning employee scott engen. Great for concealed carry and home protection, we have a handgun for everyone whether you are a firsttime gun owner or an experienced shooter. This book shows you what the 1911 is and what it can become. In 1924, changes were made to the m1911 and the pistol was designated the m1911a1.
Pop a top and take your ipad to the back porch to absorb a little evening sun whilst you peruse the following list of 10 tools that every diy gunsmith should have on hand. So, you read my thoughts on the 1911, and you know that this pistol can be a serious contender, but the gun takes some knowledge and work. He has published six books on guns, gunsmithing, and hunting. If you need a heavier caliber for homedefense needs, look at glock pistols and remington pistols that have a 9mm or. There are more books written about the m 1911 pistol than any other firearm in the world. After extensive trials, the army adopted the automatic pistol, caliber. With extended ambidextrous safeties, beavertail grip safeties, tritium sights and much more, a loaded 1911 offers you a lot of bang for the buck. Virtually every critical component of every pistol is manufactured inside the kimber factory. Rock island m 1911 gi standard pistol sportsmans warehouse. If you own a 1911 now or have ever considered buying one, this book is for you.
It is popular with civilian shooters in competitive events such. Early in the book the author describes how the main character loads a 17round magazine for a revolver. My tshirt my book on making money this video is a follow up. Springfield armory was the first 1911 manufacturer to offer a frame that included an accessory rail as part of the forging. One of the bestknown custom builders in the 1911 arena is cabot guns of sarver, pennsylvania.
Scott is a competitive pistol shooter himself and a lifelong admirer of the greatest firearms inventor the world has ever known. Guns that were beyond fixing were parted out and used for donors for other guns. Innovative and driven, cabot guns has quickly carved out a reputation as being one of the most dynamic custom shops in the country. The finest raw materials come through the front gate and kimber does the rest, the only way to ensure. Pdf download from the standard catalog of firearms. Still, im hesitant to do anything to my 1911 without first getting a good how to smith your 1911 book. This site provides values and information on firearms in a convenient online pricing guide format, and allows you to find out what your used guns are worth. Heres probably the bestknown semiautomatic pistol, the. As far as slide marking is concerned, this 1911 features pistol dynamics 45acp on the left side of the slide and the signature engraving on the rear of the right side. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. For new pistol shooters, we recommend the nra guide to the basics of pistol shooting. Includes what are probably the best set of instructions for fitting a custom barrel available to date. One of the highlights of the m1911 pistol is the old, but functional design of the handgun.
The basic 1911 is an all steel pistol, blued finish, bright or matte with other options including stainless now and the old parkerized finish. Org, so ive got involved in an effort to collect information about publications dealing with this pistol. Ive never done any gunsmithing in the past, and i need to understand the basic principles involved, as well as some good specs for fitting and whatnot. Many items on a firearm weapon can be repaired or replaced. The colt 1911 pistol by leroy thompson, peter dennis, alan. Know what your springfield armory firearms are worth with this uptodate 17 page. The following articles, manuals and books are pdf format files.
Gun part kits can be used to create an entirely new gun as well. We highly recommend contacting your ffl before placing your order. If you want to understand the 1911, how it functions, what causes it to malfunction and how to fix it, you must have this book. This animation explains the basic principle of a gun with the help of a colt m1911. I have more books about 1911s than i do about cooking, which may or may not tell you something about my cooking. Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 business days or longer. Trending price is based on prices over last 90 days.
Kobra carry, special forces, executive elite, classic custom, ed brown bobtail, beavertail. Kimber builds the worlds finest 1911 pistols right here in americasomething that makes sense, as few things are as american as a 1911. A dozen custom 1911 gun shops that redefine the aesthetics and performance of brownings warhorse. Weapons articles and pdf downloads modern survival online. Many other custom materials, coatings and finishes are offered by manufacturers. The widest variety of handguns for sale online is at cheaper than dirt. Army in 1911 and continuing in service for over 100 years, the government model 1911 pistol has undergone. So put your wornout economy screwdriver down and back away from the table. The pistol was widely copied, and this operating system rose to become the preeminent type of the 20th century and of nearly all modern centerfire pistols. Custom manufacturer of the worlds finest 1911 handguns and parts. Weve given historys most revered pistol design a 21st century update with enhancements. Is a singleaction, short recoiloperated, semiautomatic, magazinefed pistol chambered for the standard military use cartridge, the. Brownells is your source for basic gunsmithing books, books at brownells parts and accessories.
Gun part kits are also used to modify existing firearms. The articles are designed for total gun newbies and will help you acquire a safe mindset, confident knowledge in firearms, and a foundation for shooting. American rifleman tuning the m1911 for reliability. The good, the bad and the ugly lucky gunner lounge. Personal opinions on this will vary, but i vote for the detonics combat master. Finding the blue book value of your new and used firearms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, airguns, and blackpowder guns is easy with the number one source of gun pricing. If your 1911 is new you can simply refer to the instruction manual that ships with it, but if not, there are several good books on the subject, not the least of which is the m1911 complete owner. Colt 1911 gun patent print art poster old look x this is a reproduction of the original patent for a firearm. In this book, well cover everything you need to know about how a gun works, how to safely handle and fire a gun, what kind of ammunition is available, how to buy your first gun, and so much more. Designed by john browning, the m1911 is the bestknown of his designs to use the short recoil principle in its basic design.
We carry semiautomatics, revolvers, breakactions, and more with many options for every budget and skill level. The champion operator mates this forged operator frame with a shorter slide and a 4 inch barrel. Through this course, the students will learn about pi stol parts and operation, a mmunition, gun safety, pistol shooting fundamentals, and pistol shooting activ ities. This results in a pistol that is suitable for concealed carry or operating where a light is needed and it doesn. The legendary ergonomics and accuracy of the 1911, engineered for todays shooter with sig reliability and modern refinements. You could have all the power and ergonomic features of a. Looking for some books to further your shooting skill. Always built using our one gun, one gunsmith philosophy. Items shipped from our own warehouse can be shipped much sooner than items shipped direct to you from one of our fulfillment suppliers. Looking for my first 1911 gunsmithing for dummies book. Completely updated pricing for springfield armory firearms with new entries and photos. Guns coming back from battle went to arsenals to be rebuild. By the end of ww2 so many 1911 pistols had been built that the government canceled all post war contracts, and chose to rebuild guns coming back from the battle fields.
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