Think about almost anything that was designed around 1900. And now think about anything technical or mechanical that hasn't been almost completely changed since then other than the 1911 pistol. Cars are almost completely different. Telephones, typewriters, coffee makers, whatever. The 1911 pistol has had some changes and improvements like Hickock mentioned, but essentially a 1911 built in 1911 is just about as good as one built in 2016. Pretty impressive if you ask me.

@DocRobin

7 жыл бұрын

I think that the 1911 has had its own sort of successions, similar to the telephones and cars you mentioned. The 1911 has had improvements through different pistols made by H&K and Sig-Sauer, like how an old Ford might have been improved through a Subaru today. Maybe not necessarily better, but similar in unique ways. However, I do agree with your statement about the 1911 truly being an impressive and reliable firearm, even by today's standards. I can tell you I wouldn't rely on a Model T in place of a modern car in the same way I would rely on a 1911 in place of a modern pistol.

@crisbabeti4908

7 жыл бұрын

Wicked Coolname cars are pretty much the same other than a and all the plastic.

@wickedcoolname5756

7 жыл бұрын

Cris Babeti Pretty much the same? Fuel injection, electronic ignition, traction control, power brakes, power steering, power windows, heat, radios, air conditioning, radial tires, halogen lights, 200 K mile engines, horsepower in the hundreds instead of single digits, all wheel drive, satellite navigation, emissions controls, engine monitoring, tire pressure sensors, oil life monitoring, ....................

@christopherkatz9484

7 жыл бұрын

you missed a couple XD ya, the 1911 is freakishly unchanged. Gimme a 2017 '1911' and a 'real' 1911 and they will preform exactly the same.

@buzbom1

7 жыл бұрын

Wicked Coolname+ I've been saying that kind of thing for yrs about the 1911's style and mechanics. Like the Chevy Impala, my family had a "64" four door, and today it's unrecognizable. The Chevy Nova........SERIOUSLY.......THAT'S A NOVA?????? Hickok45 rocks!

Life is good and it is even better with a 1911.

@skyking228

7 жыл бұрын

Gold Cup?

@ctsmith9225

7 жыл бұрын

Dan Troop love my Kimber Custom TLE/RL II TFS!

@thememeking994

7 жыл бұрын

Dan Troop true

@khamuldergroe5662

7 жыл бұрын

Haha, right!!!

@bilalmissi6840

7 жыл бұрын

Dan Troop

My Grandfather was a MP Officer in the Korean War. Also carried a Colt 1911A1. He later bought a West Hurley, N.Y. manufactured Thompsom Auto Ordnance 1911A-1 Government after serving to remind him of his service pistol (all he could afford). I have the honor of owning it now. Its has serious feed and ejection issues but it's still a memento that I'll struggle through a mag with every once in a while, in honor of him🙏 R.I.P Clair Wesley Lamoreau 1927- 1994.

@8Nguy1948

Жыл бұрын

There's a video of a guy who replaced the springs with Colt parts and fixed the problems . I don't recall who it is . He lives in Nevada . I am sorry that I don't recall his name 😔.

@IamAnAmerican.

Жыл бұрын

RIP Clair Wesley Lamoreau!Thank you for your service sir! Yes don’t get rid of that gem.

@lindboknifeandtool

Жыл бұрын

Great candidate for a spa treatment for the firearm

@davidlocke1668

11 ай бұрын

Get it fixed in his honor when money allows

@isyourshitfixed

10 ай бұрын

Try a sig 1911 mag first before sending the gun off

I have my fathers 1918 - 1911. Still in very good condition considering its age and the number of rounds that have found their way through the barrel. People have offered me silly money for this firearm but it was the first handgun I learned to shoot when I was a boy and there is just something about the .45 that is magic to a true gun enthusiast.

@lonnienelson6154

Жыл бұрын

I agree. My father taught me to shoot with his old Korean War era 45 Colt and M1 Carbine. Both American and both great guns.

@daleeasternbrat816

9 ай бұрын

I have a 1911 my great uncle carried in the First. He was a Pittsburgh cop after the war. I've been shooting it since I was 11. I've owned it since 1972 when I was 16. Functions perfectly with lots of different ammo, accurate and unbelievably reliable. A "black" 1911, manufactured in 1918.

The design of the 1911 A1 is the definition of a handgun to me. I absolutely love it.

@Alienkiwi730

Жыл бұрын

100%. Same as a S&W is like the definition of a modern revolver

@Whoitbay1898

Жыл бұрын

Colt Python...

@dennisligma4958

Жыл бұрын

@@Whoitbay1898 Potatoes potatos.

@FuzzyWCTX

11 ай бұрын

Norinco(Chinese) version of the A1. Tough gun. Many smith's refuse to work on them because of the hardness of the steel. Only thing I've done is lowered the rails and tightened the slide. Otherwise, throw it in the mud, pick it up and pew pew.

It's been 7 years and Hickok is still fun to watch..

@nathanc.8821

5 жыл бұрын

Ras Vop true. Do you still watch him?

@Bathtubcrocodile

4 жыл бұрын

@Robert Ramey Nah, that's you.

@lmAIone

4 жыл бұрын

9 years later lol

@tristanstandingready523

4 жыл бұрын

Aah yes ..but did anyone ask?

@ramboxlegacy14

4 жыл бұрын

Robert Ramey Don’t disrespect Hickok

I’m honored to have a 1911 from WWI that went to the Armory and receiver many of the A1 up grades. It was carried in WWII by my neighbor and has a verified storied history. He was OSS in WWII and had a field promo to Col from Major. He brought it home, joined the FBI and carried it during his tenure there. In 1951 he went active and deployed to Korea as a Major. He left the gun to me with all of its history when he passed in 1988. It is shooting history every time I press the trigger.

just bought An RIA 1911 today instantly fell in love! definitely will be adding more to my collection!

Aw yeah. Nothing makes a morning better quite like coffee and a Hickok video.

@dogmeat7582

7 жыл бұрын

Canada?

@dylanmcmurray8647

7 жыл бұрын

drinking coffee in the work van on the way to the Job watching. lol not driving.lol

@MrSpanky473

7 жыл бұрын

Same in Oklahoma.

@jamestroy34

7 жыл бұрын

And in Commie NJ :)

@joelantone9546

7 жыл бұрын

Also on the Cape

I remember when people used to just refer to them as .45's.

@akira5589

5 жыл бұрын

Ah... Those days, I still remember them like it was yesterday...

@goingsouth2156

5 жыл бұрын

LOL I still do!

@daltonwilliams8272

5 жыл бұрын

and now people make them chambered in .22 long

@lidlett9883

5 жыл бұрын

A 45 was a 1911 a colt was a 45 long

@Brett235

5 жыл бұрын

My papaw called the 1911 ole slab sides. He had one from ww2 and one he bought at a pawnshop back in the 60's for $50. I have a Ruger sr1911 government model and really like it.

When I was in the Marine Corps (50+ years ago), we qualified with the M-14 (loved that) and qualified with the Colt 1911A1. I loved them. One of my friends, Sgt. Greene, was shot by a VC soldier with an AK-47. Sgt. Greene had his hand behind his back, lying in a ditch, when the VC came to finish him off. He waited, pulled out his .45 and lived to tell the tale even though he was shot several times. Give me a 1911A1 any day. Cheers.

@AldoSchmedack

6 ай бұрын

Moral of story? 1911 > AK :-)

@jeemalsoknownasjimhawkins1294

6 ай бұрын

You are quite right, Aldo! Cheers.

Does anybody else sit up straight and fold your hands when this guy starts teaching the most interesting subject ever

I was a tank driver and gunner in Germany in the mid 80s. We used the 1911 A1 in a chest holster. I loved this wepon.

@rspSlime

5 жыл бұрын

Scot Anderson 9mm or 45 because im in the process of buying a 9mm but might get the 45. I want to know from a guy in the field like you 👍🏼 thank you for your service sir

@jessybishop2402

4 жыл бұрын

@@rspSlime .45 ACP. The military never used 9mm M1911s

@rspSlime

4 жыл бұрын

Jessy Beavers thats exactly what i bought thanks i love that gun

@cooldaddy232

3 жыл бұрын

Spell weapon correctly

@Real_Donald_Trump

2 жыл бұрын

@@cooldaddy232 don't be a bitch

You remind me of my favorite person. My Grandpa.

@getanearlyd8276

5 жыл бұрын

yeah he reminds me of my grandad as well but sadly my grandad passed away recently so I watch Hickok's videos to remember grandad

@dannyluo6635

5 жыл бұрын

@@getanearlyd8276 Im sorry for your loss...hope he rest in peace

@getanearlyd8276

5 жыл бұрын

@Danny Luo , He passed away in his sleep in the hospital, at least he didn't have to suffer any pain before he passed away

@fuzzzbuzzz4208

5 жыл бұрын

My favourite person is Phil swift so i can’t really relate

@nickthatclique6717

5 жыл бұрын

I never saw or met any of my grandparents they died way before I was born 😢☹️

Glad to see a review of the M1911 and M1911A1. Both very fine pistols. Carried a 1911A1 for some years before it was replaced by the M9. In spite of over twice the rounds in the magazine I preferred the M1911A1 as it was more robust and more reliable, in spite of all the years they had been in service before I used them.

1911 best handgun ever 75 years U.S. military service! Good enough for me!

@njbaguamama818

5 жыл бұрын

jonesy19691 makpor

@juddnelson3565

4 жыл бұрын

@Heroin Bob < doesn't know how to tune a 1911.

@ShadowCatGambit

4 жыл бұрын

@Heroin Bob I've been told 1911s that are manufactured struggle with reliability

@skulkbones76

3 жыл бұрын

Correction 109 years* of service. Sorry just stating facts.

@Tokito935

3 жыл бұрын

@Beverly Marsh sig p226 ftw

Thank you Hickok. I'm one of those that didn't know the differences and all your knowledge and experience is greatly appreciated.

When you say 1911.. I think Colt.

@vroddavidson7780

7 жыл бұрын

grabir01 I think Remington rand.

@grabir01

7 жыл бұрын

rod serling Colt baby !!

@grabir01

7 жыл бұрын

Moe MGTOW Studebaker was better than Chevy..

@vroddavidson7780

7 жыл бұрын

Well mopar and general motors are better than all case closed all arguments invalid

@grabir01

7 жыл бұрын

That is not saying much... But at any rate... When did this happen?

I am 64. I put 25 years in the Navy and retired just as the M9 was rolling out incrementally beginning with front line units. I carried it in the Gulf War and shot the match variant in competition as did my father before me. He came in 2nd at Camp Perry with a standard issue albeit hand picked A1. 1911 Auto is to me what the katana was to Samurai. Imbued with spirit and culturally iconic. I have tried, owned, and carried the rest but invariably returned to the 1911. I'm currently building a full size on a 1959 Sistema platform. I've built one other full size match on a pre series Government model for national match and two world class tactical carry Commanders so this is my first full size tactical build. I say build, but I mean design. Will O'Hare is the builder. This one is mine for the duration.

@Mm-mc6gb

5 жыл бұрын

aye I found one of these about two months ago in my great grandfather's basement...while cleaning after his passing.

@dalestevens601

4 жыл бұрын

My dad used to work range control out at camp perry for a while when he was in the army

@sonoftexasOO

2 жыл бұрын

An M9? Do you mean an E9? Navy veteran myself and never heard of an M9. What was your rate?

@Real_Donald_Trump

2 жыл бұрын

@@sonoftexasOO 92fs

My dad's issued in 1943 sidearm was a 1918 manufactured date 1911. The family came to the range and we were all able ro fire it. Quite accurate but OH so smooth. All ammo fed nicely.

Burglar walks up to Hickoks house, sees range in the backyard, turns around and walks away.

@normanwitzler9665

6 жыл бұрын

The range is in the front yard.

@mikeullman6491

5 жыл бұрын

Not only does burglar see his range if he sees him shoot he will never get to see his range. Great videos. Keep them coming

@rickregina5053

5 жыл бұрын

"I got a new target, we'll just call it the burgler. Lets just put a couple rounds in the burgler.." *shoots*

@stanleyjedrzejczyk2966

5 жыл бұрын

You mean is carried away, don'tcha?

@Mm-mc6gb

5 жыл бұрын

llh any stranger

thanks for the upload and history lesson. just getting into shooting and developing a 1911 addiction

@414tray4

7 жыл бұрын

Tallon Conwell Glock gang

@rigamortis1797

7 жыл бұрын

Clorox bleach you're EVERYWHERE

@helgepaulingebrigtsen9756

6 жыл бұрын

LenaDel Rey

I have a 1911 45 acp that I bought stainless steel parts. Extended mag release, extended slide release lever, extended slide/hammer safety lock a skeleton trigger and a barrel bushing. I also installed a grip safety with a beaver tail to prevent any hammer bite. It functions so well it's the best handgun I've ever had.

This is one of my all time favorite pistols, the look, the posture, and the fire power is all balanced with perfection

This is a great KZread channel. Hickok is like a friend giving you advice and opinions

@69shovlhed89

5 жыл бұрын

more like a grandfather giving advice. unless you're an old codger... I wish he was my grampa.

Thank you so much Mr. Hickok, I work for my county in New York and work in issuing pistol permits and today one of my customers recommended your channel and i've spent hours watching your videos and I am now hooked. I have my Great Uncle's 1911 A1 and I concur that Mr Browning made a timeless handgun that will be always appreciated by pistol shooters. Thank you again Sir, your newest fan

@hickok45

7 жыл бұрын

Glad you found me. You just have about 1300 homework videos to catch up on now. :-)

@briscoeparanormal7178

7 жыл бұрын

hickok45 I will do that Teacher, I promise the dog won't eat me homework.

@willislovewine5193

7 жыл бұрын

Briscoe Paranormal v x c. . Hi, I would like more information on your house you have posted.

@willislovewine5193

7 жыл бұрын

Briscoe Paranormal

@jshepard152

5 жыл бұрын

New York issues pistol permits?! Sorry... Couldn't resist.

I've got a Rock Island Armory 1911, (certainly not the best manufacturer, I've always wanted a Ruger...) but it's a little bit of a mix between the original and the A1. Much bigger beaver tail, flat main spring housing, longer trigger, the sort of mooning into the trigger. It's probably the most comfortable firearm I've used.

@randyhansen2760

2 жыл бұрын

Mine too, love my RIA 1911a1

I have always liked the arched mainspring housing and the long trigger. Love the spur hammer, hate the bite…

being a recovering 1911 addict I sure enjoyed this video. I've often wondered if the reason for going to the arched mainspring housing on the A1 was do get the pistol to point more like the revolvers the soldiers were using back then.

@tyler1671

2 жыл бұрын

It's kinda for that

@CoreyBrisson

3 ай бұрын

We can recover?! 😂

@toddb930

3 ай бұрын

@@CoreyBrisson -- yes, brother, it is possible. The first step is admitting there is a problem.

I have no idea how I ended up here, I've got no knowledge of guns, and never really been looking for info about it. But you really make it sound interesting, loving your voice, very calming after a stressful day, love it, keep 'em coming!

The 1911 was my first ever favorite/dream gun. Can't wait till I'm old enough to buy guns on my own.

@abramhepp8729

4 жыл бұрын

You probably wont be able to when libs ban them

@TurtleButter

4 жыл бұрын

@@abramhepp8729 Which is why I, as an Illinois citizen that lives about an hour away from Chicago, try to debate with people about gun control - typically from my school - whenever I can

@Saturn-Matrix

3 жыл бұрын

The only thing protecting your gun rights are your guns, debates be damned. Our freaking president is a cho moe, him and his son.

@iversenstudio

3 жыл бұрын

Have you been able to buy one yet? 2 years passed

Just bought a 1918 US Army Colt 1911. Super cool, and now watching 1911 videos on KZread. Hands down one of the most impressive fire arms I've ever picked up. 102 years old. It's hard to perfect something so well done. Thanks kickok!

God Bless You Mr Hickok

does anyone else inexplicably love 1911 specially .45 ACP's??

Totally agree. The flat main spring housing and longer trigger just feels right in the hand.

I cannot speak from experience, but I always heard that some early 1911s in certain production phases (wartime 1940s, for example) were somewhat lacking in accuracy, but that issue was resolved with the bushing. Combined with some other minor design changes, we got the superb design we have today.

Thanks for explaining this so well. I've not shot a 1911 since back in my Army days and have just purchased several in the past year because I'm starting to enjoy them so much. Not sure I'll get away from my Glocks for carry, but I might. The more I shoot them the more I really prefer them to my Glocks; there's just something about them as you've attested to.

i'd define '1911' as any pistol that follows the design, these world war ones i'd call 'classic 1911s'

@Saber23

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah and that’s how your supposed to define them I swear the purists really get on my nerves

Thank you for taking the time to educate us I truly appreciate it. It is fun to learn some history such

Really enjoy your channel and always live vicariously through you sir. Thank you. Happy New Year!

I always youtube a hickok45 video if I even think about buying a particular firearm. Love this channel

I used the M1911A1 for many years as my military (Army) sidearm... before they switched us to the 9mm Berettas. Always loved my M1911A1... hated the 9mm right from the start. I have never had the pleasure of shooting the original M1911... someday I may. Thanks for your video, HK45! Always a pleasure to get your prospective on things.

@AZDevil-ep9ux

2 жыл бұрын

I use my M1911 for 26 years in the Army. I tried 9mm Beretta for a few weeks and hated it. To me the Berettas were only good for 1 thing a Fishing wait.

@darrengarcia4937

2 жыл бұрын

Ah well hate to tell ya but, every combat unit in the US uses 9mm. With the rare use of 40SW.

@theviolator1074

2 жыл бұрын

@@darrengarcia4937 He's talking about a time before yours

@bikeman1x11

2 жыл бұрын

beretta is far better

@giulioespositi9052

2 жыл бұрын

I found a nearly "NOS" 1944 Colt/A1: ok for collection, BUT the ballistic performances of 9mm&related guns: since the "P38-Masterpiece", ending with "Beretta92" (well better 'copied' from P38), are obviously, after 84years, the best ones for combat-use, until the "sad-plastic-gun Era"

Mr Hickok i'am the proud owner of a Colt 1911 military built in1913. Was issued to the grandfather of the gentleman i purchased from his dad carried in ww2. He carriedit in korea. It still operating with original parts (numbers match) i just love it. Glad you like them also take care great videos

Thanks for showing the changes and sharing the history.

hickok45 you are the man.... thx for the videos. Regards from Portugal!!!

Great video! Going straight to my favorites list. I just bought my first "1911" and wonder why it took me so long to add one to the safe.

I'll be buying my first 1911 in a month when I turn 21. This video, bygod, is helping me to make my choice. Ive already watched and saved your cleaning video for the 1911's. Thank you for takin the time to make these videos. Holler from Kentucky

God, I love these guns, and you sure do them justice in this vid. Hell, I even love the smaller things about them, like the crisp sound it makes just by pulling the slide back!

My absolute favorite design, whether original or modern. Regarding the reliefs in the frame, behind the trigger, I think that may have been done because of the trigger discipline of the day, where the finger was fully inserted and wrapped around the trigger. Whereas now, we're taught to use the pad of the finger. My hands are smaller than Hickok's and my index finger comes nowhere near the frame at that point, with or without the relief cuts. Beautiful guns, either way.

Oh man, perfect videos every time

Great video. Always love the knowledge I walk away with after one of your videos. Very grateful.

I appreciate this video. I didn't know the specific differences. Thanks!

There is a larger ejection port on the 1911a1 vs the 1911. That helped a lot with some of the reliability issues.

Your A1 is exactly what I want in a 1911.. the petina and wear is perfect.

I absolutely love the 1911’s we have an old Colt 1911 GI that came with the 22 conversion unit. Still shoot it every now and then. Original colt packaging for the conversion unit. Both shoot very well. I went out and bought a 1911 9mm to everyday carry along with my Taurus 709 slim. Both I’ve put a lot of rounds threw and have not had any issues thankfully. Thank you for making each video an awesome learning experience

Very helpful video. I always wanted one but now I know that I want the A1 version. I always thought it was just cosmetic differences.

What a fun video, and what a pair of workhorses from history, and still capable of doing a days work if so required. Thanks for a look at these wonderful guns.

I prefer holding the flat mainspring housing but I personally think the curved housing looks much more aesthetically attractive

Hickok45 is the best, I encourage anyone to watch his channel. I love at the end he's just casually holding an extended barrel p90. Awesome stuff man.

Thanks for your review of these 1911 style pistols. I can't imagine anyone not liking them.

Another high quality video from the compound! Great to see my favorite 1911's out. Keep it up Hickok45!

I love my 1911 it was me grandpa's during WWII, it is 98 years old now...

@coquiocastro12

5 жыл бұрын

99 years old now?

great table COVER and MAGNIFICIENT 1911s there!!! love your videos man!!! informative and just goes with my morning coffee!!!

Any firearm that uses the 1911 design is a 1911. Much like the AK-47 is an AK-47 regardless of manufacturer and year built. Same with the AR-15. The only distinction between models are manufacturer's. People who nit pick over what is a true model is ridiculous. No one truly cares there are just some people who want to pretend we all didn't research and read the same information and try to prove they know more than another person by arguing with people over what are "real" models and what aren't. The proof of this is simply pop up with an 80% 1911 kit built at home and have the person say they invented and built the gun which has no markings on it at all. Watch how fast someone says "bull that is a 1911 and you did not invent it". For the people out here that like correcting people ask yourself one question. If a 1911 manufactured in 1911 by Colt is the only one that is a true 1911 then why was the designation of model never changed after 1911? By that logic all WWI and WWII 1911's are not real 1911's because they were not manufactured in 1911 and not all were manufactured by Colt. Using the purists logic then it would have to be built in 1911 and manufactured by Colt in 1911.

@aleccross3535

5 жыл бұрын

Since AKs, AR15s, and 1911s have many adaptations as time goes by, I like to identify them as base guns. A 1911 can be an MEU, AR15 a carbine, and an AK an AK74. Different but the same.

@ourwickedworld2945

5 жыл бұрын

Why did nerd take a round to back of neck? Cuz he was busy reading nitpicker manual and was on White code.

@996mrg

Ай бұрын

​@@ourwickedworld2945p pm😊

Nice job Sir! I'm surprised you didn't mention the Remington-Rands and other early 1911's.

You're such an awesome dude,love your videos!

Thank you for the very informative video! I learn a lot !

Firing pin stop has a larger radius on the A1, vs an angle cut on the original. Changes the felt recoil by holding the slide in battery just a wee bit longer when you shoot it. Nice mod for any A1 variant.

Im blessed to own a 1911 made in 1918. Thanks for your video.

the ejection cut out on the a1 is slightly higher too

Thank you for the quick tutorial. A really dear elderly friend gave me a 1911a1 on his death bed. Unfortunately his Nephew took it from him before he made his intentions clear as to who he wanted to have it . I recently acquired my first 1911 replica and it's a sweetheart. Love Buds Gun Shop as well. They're great!

I love how beefy they sound. The M1911 and M1911A1 have always been my favorite sidearms. I hope to buy one some day.

@aaroncleveland2579

2 жыл бұрын

2 years later, have you picked one up yet? 🤷🏻🤨

@angus57720

2 жыл бұрын

@@aaroncleveland2579 As a matter of fact, last year I bought myself an Auto Ordnance GI pattern 1911A1. Everything I dreamed it would be.

@aaroncleveland2579

2 жыл бұрын

@@angus57720 yeah , they cool. I have myself a RIA 1911A1 in patriot brown. Love it. So far so good. I’m about to pick up my second 1911A1 soon maybe a sr1911 by Ruger. I’m might trade my Ruger57 for the 1911 or just add it to the collecto. Lol Do you like you pistol so far?

Springfield 1911 A1 stainless. Still my favorite. :)

@jonclarkson5911

4 жыл бұрын

Where do you get mags for that gun? Is it doublestack.??

@beckderm

4 жыл бұрын

It will take any A1 mil-spec single stack only mags. Very common mags. Most any gun store will carry them. Mine came with 2 7 round stainless. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- # What I did with mine. * Chip McCormick RPM Full-Size 1911 .45acp 10 round mag $33.99 * Pachmayr Tactical Grip Glove (Well worth the money) $10.99 * Recover Tactical CC3H 1911 Grip and Rail System $39.95 * Valkyrie Dynamics Inc MUZZLE BRAKE $39.99 * Tritium Handgun Glow-in-the-Dark Night Sights $70.95

@motorbreath-4172

4 жыл бұрын

Jon Clarkson Wilson combat makes the best mags

keep up these great videos sir. (suggestion revisit your browning 1886 45/70.)

@hickok45

7 жыл бұрын

Stay tuned. We've done a little something with it recently.

@retiredafce3373

7 жыл бұрын

hickok45 A Wiley Clapp Government please!

As a beginner, I'm usually practicing with a 9mm. The moment I bought and spent a day firing a Springfield 1911-A1, it then became my new favorite.

I appreciate you taking your time for sharing.

I just inherited a true 1911 colt. LOVE it! my second owned 1911 and by far this is the best firearm I have owned. I even received a detectable stock and long barrel conversion as well as a .22 conversion for it.

@atomic_wait

2 жыл бұрын

If you're in the USA, are original 1911's one of the pistols that get around the SBR rules due to their age? Similar to original C96 mausers where you can attach a stock without needing to get an SBR tax stamp?

@Real_Donald_Trump

2 жыл бұрын

@@atomic_wait only if they came original with a stock

@atomic_wait

2 жыл бұрын

@@Real_Donald_Trump Yeah, reproductions don't count.

There's a lot of 1911's and World War II souvenirs showing up at estate sales now-a-days. Hopefully they are being purchased by responsible people.

I find these videos so relaxing

I love history and Hickok 45 knows how to bring it out. It make it that much more interesting.

You made me happy, Mr. Hickock. I love all 1911s

@ozzark527

7 жыл бұрын

Fil Kow man the 1911 is the best gun I think I love it some much

@desertfoxxx98

7 жыл бұрын

James T. Kirk I have a tokarev, it's a very robust and well made pistol.

@phileas007

7 жыл бұрын

Both are utterly terrible! The Tok's ammo is just hotter

@Bru741iX

7 жыл бұрын

1911 horrible? Sure, having been made, used and loved for 115 years truly explains that it's a horrible gun.

@Bru741iX

7 жыл бұрын

Tommy Sands Caliber doesnt alter the fact that the 1911 is one of the most successful designs from the 20th century. Most modern handguns are based on it in one way or another. Oh, i guess you forgot the part where you can get modern 1911's in virtually any caliber?

love your videos sir. I carry a FS RIA 1911 A1 it's the tact II in .45 and I've never been let down by it. couldn't afford a Kimber or colt and honestly didn't want to hahaha my rock shoots just as good as them for a fraction of the price

@jeffvail1452

Жыл бұрын

I was told the ria was made using old colt machinery bought from colt and manufactured in the Philippines.

Carried one for years (the A1) in the military. Will not look for anything else. Great video.

My RIA .45 has the flat mainspring housing and long trigger of the 1911, along with cutout behind trigger and longer grip safety tang. Best of both worlds, what a sweet gun.

Always been my favorite pistols in every form.

As always a great video, and informative for those not really 'schooled' in the 1911. One change which was not noted, is that the 1911 had a 16lb. recoil spring, which was changed to a 14lb. in the 1911A1. This was also due to those with smaller, and sometimes weaker hands.

@hickok45

7 жыл бұрын

I didn't know that. Could also be because that would have made the pistol 2 pounds lighter to carry around, as well. Packing a 14 lb. pistol is bad enough, but a 16 pound pistol would really pull on your duty belt. How's THAT for my hilarious joke of the morning. :-)

@southernloff1494

7 жыл бұрын

Thank's for the reply Sir. As I recall from my studies that was one of the concerns put forward by the military, as well as the others which you noted. Many thanks for all your videos, please keep them coming.

@jasonstevens3084

2 жыл бұрын

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@AldoSchmedack

6 ай бұрын

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If you were my teacher in high school I would listen the entire class !!!😊 much respect 🙏 🫡!!!

Another fantastic, informative video by hickok. Now I have to open my fire proof safe and see if my old springfield armory is an A1.

Wouldn't be a bad idea to do a revisit of the Hi-Power -- it's been about 5 years! :)

I've never been a big fan of American firearms design, but something about the 1911 is just so damn sexy.

@598bryce

5 жыл бұрын

I agree. I do really love the beretta 92. Italian curves

@ourwickedworld2945

5 жыл бұрын

Shoot an S&W 10mm with Jeff Cooper rounds. if you know anything about actually shooting guns, itll never let you down like beautiful but temperamental Berettas. And that 10mm round is a sledgehammer.

@598bryce

5 жыл бұрын

@@ourwickedworld2945 so I've heard. But I've never had any problems with my beretta and I don't know anyone who has either.

@coryrohrbaugh1208

4 жыл бұрын

@@598bryce I have a px4 that's never malfunctioned. I love beretta but I need a 1911

@MatthewsSloan

3 жыл бұрын

Because when you carry it you feel 10 feet tall with stones for days. No one can deny that walking around with 45 ACP in probably the most popular pistol of all time doesn't in some small way make you feel like a giant.

Great video i never knew the differance always thought 1911 was a 1911 but now im educated and know better thanks for clearing that up for me . Keep up the good videos always like learning as much as i can about the history of guns as well as the evolution of different models .

I purchased a Colt MK lV Series 80 Gold Cup Trophy / Delta Gold Cup in .45 ACP on July 5, 2012. It is also known as the Colt Gold Cup National Match MK lV/Series 80. It is a "Match" Pistol so it has the original flat main spring and long trigger which is 1911 but also has the 1911A1 extra large "Grip Safty" (Beaver tail) and the frame cut away and rubber grips. Also the trigger is Aluminum, has vertical groves where your finger makes contact and has 3 drill holes for lightness and has a set screw which enables you to set the trigger stop position. The Aluminum Hammer is a "Match" Hammer which is smaller, lighter and semi-hollow as well as being serrated. It also has a 5" Match Grade Steel barrel. It comes with two (2) springs, one for shooting Semi-Wad Cutters so it's a lighter spring. This target spring has a Green paint on it for identification. The second spring is for shooting regular higher pressure .45 ACP ammo so it's a heavier weight spring and has no paint on it. It also comes with Colt "Elliason" match grade adjustable for windage and elevation rear sight that is a 6- 1/2" sight radius. So it's a combination of original 1911, 1911A1 and Match pistol. It's my favorite Pistol by far. I love shooting her. -Peter age 71 P.S. It's September 17, 2021 and yes Colt is still making and selling these Match Grade pistols if you are interested in obtaining one for yourself. The price is around $1,299. Still a great deal for what you get. You also get two magazines, one is 7 rounds for the semi-wad cutter ammo and the other holds 8 rounds for the higher pressure ACP .45 ammo. You also get an owners manual with maintenance and break down instructions and a nice Blue Plastic Box for keeping the gun, magazines, springs, owners manual, trigger stop wrench and rear sight adjusting tool (Allen key) and the barrel bushing removal tool for when you want to change the recoil springs or remove the barrel.

great video Sir, I really like the colt m1911 and m1911a1 more than glock. you always brighten my day.

Hey Hickcock. What do you think about polish "Vis" Colt 1911 ? Any review in the future?

I have a 1911 made in 1913 and have so much fun at gun shows I get stopped at every other table . They always ask if I want to sell it and I say do you really want to buy it , if so don't make me a stupid offer . Then they know I know what it's worth . Then some start in on trading it for something new and I say with as much fun as I'm having with it , are you kidding . I love it and it's a real tack driver . I really don't want to sell it because I could never afford to get another one in it's shape . Great video enjoyed it , you do a great show .

Hello Hickok, I appreciate this video. I have a 1911 owned by my late brother in law. I purchased it from my sister before her death. The serial number dates it to 1917 and has been in the family for more than 50 years. It has a target barrel and trigger, but I have the original barrel, bushing and trigger. I still shoot the gun regularly at the monthly IDPA match at Volunteer Pistol Club at Brush Creek, TN. I believe you visited Eddie Bares there. It is a wonderful firearm that I shot 50 years ago and now in 2023. Incidentally, I also shoot Pistol Caliber Carbine Class with an Auto Ordnance 1927A1. At 72, I like "old School". Thank you again!

Man that reproduction is SWEET!

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3 жыл бұрын

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3 жыл бұрын

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2 жыл бұрын

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2 жыл бұрын

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I remember when i got my first 1911 and went to go shoot it at a range one of the range people came up just asking question and i told him im shooting my 1911 and he went on to say how its a 1911 style blah blah blah haha. I never went there again. Good cid hickock

@MatthewsSloan

3 жыл бұрын

When someone ask what do you tell them what it says 1911 right there on the side of the gun. Not "1911 Style: ****** " It's kind of a rock and a hard place with some purist.

You, sir, are a wonderful man and this is one wonderful pistol. Thanks for the video.

My 1911 is a 1991A1. It seems like a mix between the two because it's got the flat spring housing, long trigger, cutouts going into the trigger guard, A1 style sights, and the extended grip safety/hammer guard thing. I don't know if all of that's standard as I inherited it, but it shoots like a dream.