Why The Colt M1911 Is The Ultimate Sidearm | Weapons That Changed The World | War Stories
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Published 2024-03-04
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All Comments (21)
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Tom Hanks blew up a tank with one.
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The 1911 being used in 2 major world wars, then still being loved by soldiers and special forces 100 years later is a testament to what a fine firearm it really is.
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My grandfather's 1911 used in ww1 my uncles used the same hand gun on ww2 my dad korea vietnam I served 20yrs army airborne ranger 84-04 and I used the same 1911 it's a timepiece that's kept my family alive for a century thank you colt
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When i turned 21 I drove to the gun store and bought my 1911 m1 a1 brand new. She is still with me !!!
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I enlisted in the Marine Corps and served during the transition to the 9mm. We were at a pistol range and there was a mixture of .45's and 9's. The targets were on 4x4 posts. The group with 9's went first and their rounds punched holes in the 4x4's, clean thru holes front to back. Then it was our turn with 45's. When the .45 round struck the post they exploded, big ragged chunks tore off. Needless to say we held on to 45's as long as possible. It was/is an absolute BEAST.
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Sgt. York took 132 enemy prisoners with one. When he was asked by his superiors how he did it, he replied- “I surrounded them!”
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Every time I decide I don’t need another 1911 I see videos like this 💵
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Haven't seen this show since I was a teenager, so awesome to see it free on Youtube, can't wait for the rest of the series.
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Too put it simply, the M-1911 saved my life.
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I have a M1911 that's 106 years old. And still going strong.
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My uncle carried a 1911 most of his life. He never would buy one made during a war or conflict. Only held 7 or 8 rounds, but based on my experience that is ample enough for everyday carry!
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"Your Glock with a red dots a gimmick, sonny! Back in my day all we needed was a trusty ol' .45"
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My every day carry is a 1911A1. My back up is a different 1911A1. I fell in love with the pistol in 1974 at Ft. Knox, KY. I trust them. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.
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the m1911 handgun. an iconic, indelible, classic, rugged weapon in history.
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A 1911 is like a classic work truck. Simple, elegant, needs a little knowledge to keep it running, but in the long run will outlast all the modern whiz bang stuff.
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I carried a 1911 for over 40 yrs in the military and as a police officer. The 1911 is the best combat hand gun ever made.. No body misses the M92 Beretta.
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I make this easy for you... John Browning. he designed most of the most popular guns ever made. produced by Winchester and Colt and many other gun manufacturers used John Browning designs. most of them without any deviation whatsoever. in my eyes. John Browning is the best small arms designer of all time. there are many other good designs, but I don't think anyone has as many top 10 firearm designs. that's John Browning😊
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I bought my first pistol a Colt 1911 in 1987. I have had several since and carry a Colt 1911 Gold Cup now. I have never had one fail me and have never worried if I had enough power. It by far does more damage then my other 9mm and 40's I've owned. I highly recommend one. Yes , it's also all American and a living legend.
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I met this guy IRL when I was on Forged in Fire. He has quite the sense of humor.
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Retired in ‘91, Ranger in 1st and 2nd Bn’s. Did not transition to 9mm while on active duty; kept the 45’s as the personal protection sidearm. I have several Lugers, dating back to 1939 and fire them periodically. Temperamental with the top toggle and be sure to keep them clean. My carry pistol is the 45, though. We used to joke (somewhat) that those heavy rounds had torque over horsepower…..if it hit and didn’t kill you on impact, it would drag you to death.
