@@KrisTomich The first type of pistol, the black powder flint ignited muzzle loader, was the greatest handgun ever devised. Because first. Revolvers come second.
I once had a discussion with my assistant manager (former green beret) that John Browning was such a genius that every tool needed to completely strip my 1911 was in the weapon. He bet me his P-38 that it couldn't be done... I went to work, finally almost done, leaving only the 4 grip screws, he thought he had me....then I picked up the flat spring from behind the mainspring housing and I began twisting the screws out....defeated, he slid his *Walther* across the desk to me. LOL! I let him keep his pistol, the former 101st Sgt. skunking a green beanie was punishment enough. HOOAH! Carry on, Reid
Cleaning a 1911 is honestly therapeutic because (even with modern 1911s) the platform is so classic I feel a connection to the past. Millions of Americans learned how to break that puppy down and had to take a minute to become familiar with it over the past century. Some in peacetime, some in the trenches. It’s been a hallmark of American history passed down like an heirloom for generations. I remember being young and putting a slight idiot mark on the bluing of my dad’s Colt when he was showing me how to reassemble it for the first time… he’d had that Colt for decades without a single mark on it and he gave me not a second of grief for it. I remember finally being fortunate enough to buy a Nighthawk Custom to commemorate the birth of my first child. IYKYK 🇺🇸
Checking in from behind enemy lines in the trenches of Baltimore. Love watching the cleaning videos while on the treadmill! Trying to get my 100-7 Drill sub 20mins
Reid, i have a Turkish 1911, great gun. Always cleaned and lubed it..but always had hiccups at the range, stuttering feeding, failure to feed, etc....after last time out I cleaned and lubed it per yer video...only ran 100 rds through it today , but had zero issues...that never happened before..thx!
I do not currently own one, but all of your videos are excellent and educational. Thanks for so much hard work and showing us folks through love to learn I’m a student for life.
With my Kimber Custom (an older model, Series 70), every other shooting session, I'll remove the firing pin and extractor and clean those channels as well. Getting the retention plate that holds the firing pin in place is troublesome at times but once I hit the sweet spot, it goes right in. As for the cleaning solvents, I used to use the two step process. I started with Hoppes. Then I moved on to Shooter Lube. A few years ago I changed to a CLP. Clenzoil has worked great for me. I think it's a better lubricant than carbon remover but a little scrubbing gets everything clean just fine. As for "over" lubrication, 1911s run good wet. Even if you do put too much on, you'll know on your first shot because you'll get sprayed with the excess on your safety glasses. Ask me how I know. 😀
My uncle ran a 1911 on Guadalcanal (1/7, 1stMarDiv.), I ran one in ‘77-‘80 (2/7, 1stMarDiv.). I like both, Bull barrel and Barrel bushinged Barrel 1911s. Agreed Reid, take care of your equipment and it will take care of you when you call on it. God Speed, and God Bless Valor Ridge,,,,,,, Semper Fi,,,
I consider the 1911 to be the father of modern pistols - it’s got the tilting barrel, detachable magazine feed, and a great trigger rolled into one. I’ve got a couple older Colts that are reliable as well. They do need a little more TLC than modern pistols though. But wood and steel inspires confidence
Just got my first 1911. Although it's a bushingless (if that's a word) model (Magnum Research 1911C in .45 ACP), this video was great! I lubed most of the same areas but, there were a couple of spots you mentioned that I need to go back and do. Thanks! Also, I've gotten corrected on "too much lube" and it was nice to hear you say that there is never "too much". Love your channel!
@@Katana_Gryphon Thanks, Katana! I agree. I was told I had too much lube on my one AR but, they were right. Good to know that 1911s run wet. Knowledge is appreciated!!
Hey Reid, Just wondering if you have any recommendations on brands/manufacturers of 1911’s. With teaching classes I’m sure you’ve seen what runs and what doesn’t. Thanks!
Instinctively almost reflexively, I seen Reids nice fancier front and rear sight posts. Thinking in envy "ooh I would like sights like that. And as he was talking about working and training with his; I had a moment of reflection. As his instructions are that it is much better to train putting the rounds down range, observe moments of reflections, adjust technique, and correct errors as they appear. It is better to understand a tool in its duty and use than it is to add fanciful toys.
Love your content- just bare bones practical advise, training and gear that actually works- 2A zoomers gonna freak out that you’re cleaning a duty weapon. Not sure if you’ve noticed but it’s become some kind of flex to not clean your duty weapons these days😂
I agree, the gun will spit out excess lube but you drowned that gun. But better too much on a 1911 than too little. Guess I'm slowly converting to da#%ed ole Glocks that don't need that much. 😂 Don't forget to check grip safety function as well. Beats Bill Wilson though; he'll happily tell you he hates cleaning guns. Good video.
Lower the hammer prior to removing or installing the spring plug. The force of it resting against the firing pin will keep the slide locked in battery and not moving on you when you're working with the spring plug.
Permatex red engine assembly lube will help any oil cling. It dissolves in the oil and helps thicken it. In pure form, it's stringy like honey. It's not expensive. Add as much as you'd like. It's slicker than snot.
I find it ironic that a man who spent many years denegrating a weapon platform is now showing people how to clean it. Glock is probably still the best, but I'm glad your open-minded now.
When handling solvent, don't forget to wear nitrile gloves to protect the biggest organ on your body, your skin. Your skin acts as a sponge and long term effects of using chemicals isn't the best for your health. Great video, I appreciate the time and effort you give in making and producing great videos.
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The 1911 is the greatest handgun ever devised.
The family of double stack poly lower striker fired 9mm is the greatest handgun ever devised.
@@KrisTomich The first type of pistol, the black powder flint ignited muzzle loader, was the greatest handgun ever devised. Because first. Revolvers come second.
@@KrisTomich1911s are good as I’ve got a couple but I prefer 2011s for the magazine capacity.
I agree. All Modern Semi Automatic Pistols are Designed using the 1911 design
TWO WORLD WARS!
I once had a discussion with my assistant manager (former green beret) that John Browning was such a genius that every tool needed to completely strip my 1911 was in the weapon. He bet me his P-38 that it couldn't be done... I went to work, finally almost done, leaving only the 4 grip screws, he thought he had me....then I picked up the flat spring from behind the mainspring housing and I began twisting the screws out....defeated, he slid his *Walther* across the desk to me. LOL! I let him keep his pistol, the former 101st Sgt. skunking a green beanie was punishment enough. HOOAH!
Carry on, Reid
On the original design, the slots in the grip screws were the same width and radius as the rim on the cartridge case. Genius.
I’ll take s*** that never happened for 300 Trebek
That makes no sence.
P-38 was walther.
@@drewledbetter526 Oh my gosh, you are right it was a Walther. Sorry, memory goes screwy 40 years later. No 007 for me.... lol
Cleaning a 1911 is honestly therapeutic because (even with modern 1911s) the platform is so classic I feel a connection to the past. Millions of Americans learned how to break that puppy down and had to take a minute to become familiar with it over the past century. Some in peacetime, some in the trenches. It’s been a hallmark of American history passed down like an heirloom for generations. I remember being young and putting a slight idiot mark on the bluing of my dad’s Colt when he was showing me how to reassemble it for the first time… he’d had that Colt for decades without a single mark on it and he gave me not a second of grief for it. I remember finally being fortunate enough to buy a Nighthawk Custom to commemorate the birth of my first child. IYKYK 🇺🇸
Perfect response to RUclips’s latest round of horseshyt. Well done.
Ok. Someone clue me in. What is this latest round of horseshyt? I missed it apparently.
@@thespaminator YT’s restricting and further demonetizing firearm assembly/disassembly videos.
God bless you Reid for all that you do!!!
1911, just like my favorite estwing hammer
I get the Eastwick reference! 😂
Love the 1911 content. I remember you interviewing Chuck Taylor years ago, he would approve.
Checking in from behind enemy lines in the trenches of Baltimore.
Love watching the cleaning videos while on the treadmill! Trying to get my 100-7 Drill sub 20mins
Reid, i have a Turkish 1911, great gun. Always cleaned and lubed it..but always had hiccups at the range, stuttering feeding, failure to feed, etc....after last time out I cleaned and lubed it per yer video...only ran 100 rds through it today , but had zero issues...that never happened before..thx!
Really enjoying the surge of videos you have been making recently! Also, I always enjoy a 1911 video!
I do not currently own one, but all of your videos are excellent and educational. Thanks for so much hard work and showing us folks through love to learn I’m a student for life.
Buy one, you will love it
With my Kimber Custom (an older model, Series 70), every other shooting session, I'll remove the firing pin and extractor and clean those channels as well. Getting the retention plate that holds the firing pin in place is troublesome at times but once I hit the sweet spot, it goes right in.
As for the cleaning solvents, I used to use the two step process. I started with Hoppes. Then I moved on to Shooter Lube. A few years ago I changed to a CLP. Clenzoil has worked great for me. I think it's a better lubricant than carbon remover but a little scrubbing gets everything clean just fine.
As for "over" lubrication, 1911s run good wet. Even if you do put too much on, you'll know on your first shot because you'll get sprayed with the excess on your safety glasses. Ask me how I know. 😀
I am SOOOO happy to see you giving some love to my favorite handgun...the 1911.
My uncle ran a 1911 on Guadalcanal (1/7, 1stMarDiv.), I ran one in ‘77-‘80 (2/7, 1stMarDiv.). I like both, Bull barrel and Barrel bushinged Barrel 1911s.
Agreed Reid, take care of your equipment and it will take care of you when you call on it.
God Speed, and God Bless Valor Ridge,,,,,,,
Semper Fi,,,
Thank you, Reid.
Followed along and cleaned my ‘44 Remington-Rand with you
Well played Reid, well played
Excellent Information , Very Nicely Done 👍
I consider the 1911 to be the father of modern pistols - it’s got the tilting barrel, detachable magazine feed, and a great trigger rolled into one. I’ve got a couple older Colts that are reliable as well. They do need a little more TLC than modern pistols though. But wood and steel inspires confidence
I'm always amazed at the machining in that pistol; considered that it was made in the very early 1900's. Very difficult machining.
Just got my first 1911. Although it's a bushingless (if that's a word) model (Magnum Research 1911C in .45 ACP), this video was great! I lubed most of the same areas but, there were a couple of spots you mentioned that I need to go back and do. Thanks! Also, I've gotten corrected on "too much lube" and it was nice to hear you say that there is never "too much". Love your channel!
Context is important! 1911s run wet, but there is definitely such a thing as “too much lube” on striker-fired guns.
@@Katana_Gryphon Thanks, Katana! I agree. I was told I had too much lube on my one AR but, they were right. Good to know that 1911s run wet. Knowledge is appreciated!!
Hey Reid,
Just wondering if you have any recommendations on brands/manufacturers of 1911’s. With teaching classes I’m sure you’ve seen what runs and what doesn’t.
Thanks!
I’m not Reid, but I’ve had good luck with a Springfield Arms GI 1911, and I’ve heard good things about Rock Island.
Remington R1. So underrated
I haven't had one in quite a while, however i love taking them apart cleaning & reassemble! I don't cleam my 2.0's
Just started the vid... i think Reid will break it down the Right way! Lol
Ballistol. Hands down. Reid? Your watch is not set to 24 hour time?? LOL!!
Way to go Reid!
Ole John Browning was a Smart Man
Thumbing the safety on before trying to insert the recoil spring plug will help prevention of the slide going back as you're pressing down. 👍🏻🇺🇲
Instinctively almost reflexively, I seen Reids nice fancier front and rear sight posts. Thinking in envy "ooh I would like sights like that. And as he was talking about working and training with his; I had a moment of reflection. As his instructions are that it is much better to train putting the rounds down range, observe moments of reflections, adjust technique, and correct errors as they appear. It is better to understand a tool in its duty and use than it is to add fanciful toys.
I haven't disassembled or lubed my 1911 in quite a while . I think I will first day off I get from work.
Glad to see ol iron side out.
Reid, any reliable 1911 recommendations in mind?
Love your content- just bare bones practical advise, training and gear that actually works- 2A zoomers gonna freak out that you’re cleaning a duty weapon. Not sure if you’ve noticed but it’s become some kind of flex to not clean your duty weapons these days😂
Do you have any advice to those who'd want to use Penetrating oil such as w d forty regarding possible deactivating of primers.
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What do you think of silicone as lube for the 1911?
Outstanding
Don't forget to double wrap it in a rag before re-holstering.
Holy oil slick Batman!
howz about a non standard 1911? or would that still be considered a 1911? do you cover this topic in them fancy classes of yers?
Thank you ...
I avoid Grease on the slide rails. It can slow it down enough to cause FTFs. Just my experience
What kind of 1911 do you have Reid?
I like using 99% isopropyl alcohol instead of gun solvent. Much cheaper and you can really dose the parts to get rid of all the gunk.
Mineral spirits also makes life easy.
What would the military use for cleaning and lubricant for guns before they had "mil spec military lubes and cleaners"
LSA! Used it in the S.E. Asian War Games, also known as Vietnam. 😂
I believe the lube was LSA, it was oil based and had Teflon or something like that in it. I still have a bottle of it, it works fine.
Maybe I missed it but what type of 1911 is that in the video? Thanks
It’s a Springfield Armory Garrison
And how do you obtain a manual for what you have???
Hoppes is bad now? I miss weapon shield.
Springfield Garrison?
@reidhenrichs more content brother!!!!
Can you do a glock17 please
James Yeager has a good video about cleaning and lubing one
Take care of the things that take care of what you hold dear.
🎉🎉🎉
I agree, the gun will spit out excess lube but you drowned that gun. But better too much on a 1911 than too little. Guess I'm slowly converting to da#%ed ole Glocks that don't need that much. 😂 Don't forget to check grip safety function as well. Beats Bill Wilson though; he'll happily tell you he hates cleaning guns. Good video.
Lower the hammer prior to removing or installing the spring plug. The force of it resting against the firing pin will keep the slide locked in battery and not moving on you when you're working with the spring plug.
Permatex red engine assembly lube will help any oil cling. It dissolves in the oil and helps thicken it. In pure form, it's stringy like honey. It's not expensive. Add as much as you'd like.
It's slicker than snot.
James Yager says 1911s never make it thru pistol classes
I disagree.
I find it ironic that a man who spent many years denegrating a weapon platform is now showing people how to clean it. Glock is probably still the best, but I'm glad your open-minded now.
Im thinking drop entire firearm in sonic cleaner. Remove. Drop in oil. Shake😂
When handling solvent, don't forget to wear nitrile gloves to protect the biggest organ on your body, your skin.
Your skin acts as a sponge and long term effects of using chemicals isn't the best for your health.
Great video, I appreciate the time and effort you give in making and producing great videos.
Wet 1911.
Put another camera above so we can see exactly what youre doing.
It may be obvious to you but a newbie needs to see EVERYTHING.
No sense in mucking up a reasonably good video with nomenclature. The next one can star Marcel Marceau. . . the true test of minimalism.
You don't pull the firing pin out?😅
Clean that thing up and try to sell it.
Real nice video,Reid.🏆🪖🏆
I think you missed a spot there Mr. Oily McOilson! 🛢🛢🛢🛢🛢🛢🛢🛢
I can tell patriot nurse has “acquired” some blue and green towels from surgery at her job. A keen scrub tech can recognize that from a mile away 🤌🤌