Originally Posted by jnyork
Originally Posted by antelope_sniper

What should I know about them that the new 1911 owner probably doesn't?







First thing you need to know is that every used 1911 must be thoroughly checked out by a competent, highly trained specialist before you can get your mitts on it.

I currently provide such a service free for members of this board. Just send it on out to me and I'll put it through its paces for a few years for you, will let you know as soon as I'm sure its OK to use. grin


The 1911 is one of the all-time classic handguns! It is reliable and dependable, and it is brilliantly designed. Just compare it to the complexity of contemporary handguns of the early 20th century! But this is also one of its' shortcomings; any idiot can disassemble and modify it to the point of being unsafe. YES, have any used 1911 (especially if it shows unprofessional work) checked out by someone competent.