US 1911 Government - The War Years
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- Опубликовано: 2 май 2020
- Today let's discuss the rich history behind the venerable 1911. The examples on display today are original WW1 through Vietnam Era 1911's.
BATJAC J.W. - / @batjacjw 
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Love the worn look of the original A1's.
Loaded with character . . . and bullets!
1911 is modern version of peace maker it has so much history and fans.
With total service history taken into consideration, the 1911 has exceeded that of the 1873 Colt.
To; Awesome Silver;
Couldn't agree more lucked into a rare find, I had decided on years earlier. CZ 75D PCR. 9×19 9M
luger 14+1 excellent EDC.
A man cannot own enough 1911's.
Well said!
I have 1 and I figured 4 would be better
the perfect number of firearms is n+1.
I stopped buying at 1,911
Preach it on the mountain, brother!
I love the 1911 it’s the best hand gun ever made
Yeah buddy! 👍
Yes sir!!!
One heck of a stable of old war horses! Makes my 40 year old Colt 1911’s look young.
Great Vid!
It isn't often that you get to see all four, all original, war era 1911's on the same table.
I just picked up my 1911 today. As a Navy Hospital Corpsman, I trained on the 1911 while going through Marine Corps combat medical training in 1977. I have other hand guns, but this is the one I have looked forward to owning for a long time. - - Thanks for a great historical overview.
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What a great history lesson! I bought a Remington 1911 a few years ago because it looked so much like the one I carried in the Navy back in the 70s when I guarded the nuclear missile magazines. Coincidentally, I berthed on the other side of a bulkhead from the missile magazine. Nukes 25 feet from my head. Explains a lot.
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Those are gorgeous pieces
Agreed.
Great history lesson & thanks for sharing
My pleasure.
That is a fine collection. Excellent video as always.
Thanks Bill.
I always enjoy the historical side of your videos. The guns are just a bonus! :)
Thanks for sharing!
My pleasure Steven.
Thank you & thank Batjac JW too
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I got my first 1911 when I was 16 I'm 37 now and I still love them.The first one I got I retired it after 50k rounds or so.I replaced all the springs several times over the years.Im really loving the SDS imports right now.I carry the WW2 clone SDS it just fits like a glove.
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SDS has impressed me. Forged frame and slide. Very good 1911. I also have a Colt 1911 and a WW2 Ithaca made in 1944 and I would take that SDS in to battle without a second thought (with the others also)
we just grabbed 2 sds imports Tisas 1911s.
she chose the duty version: beaver tail, extended ambidextrous grip safety....extended trigger, Novak sights.
I chose the 1911a1 us army. I freaking love it. I was issued basically same sort of pistol in 1987. Jeez, I like it so much, Ive been carrying it.
Nice collection! Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
もう何年も前ですが、海上自衛のとある基地の入り口で警備にあたる隊員が、腰にこれを下げていたのを覚えています。
はい、米軍はかなり長い間、治安部隊と警察の両方に多くの1911ピストルを発行しました。 （1945-1970）
Awesome video Icarryone and I love the 1911s to.Thanks Slim.
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Very good presentation!
I managed to pick up a Thompson's auto ordnance 1911 when I was stationed at ft Bragg,it was awesome and original,I just swapped the barrel with a match grade.
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@@Icarryone I happened to be there when a WW2 marine was trying to pawn his service pistol,the guy was low balling him,so I asked him if he was a marine,he said yes ,I told him I was a paratrooper and gave him $700 for it.
JMB designed the 1911 as an evolutionary development from earlier models of semiautomatic pistols. The design is so simple that a bumbling car mechanic could take an inoperative parts collection and turn it into a solid, reliable shooter. A guy whose brother I worked for brought in a nearly unidentifiable 1911 that was mostly assembled. It has an aluminum frame with El Monte, CA stamped at the lower end of the grip frame, and a Remington - Rand slide. The recoil spring was in place, but so mangled that it bound the barrel and slide when trying to cycle the action. I was known to have a collection of assorted guns and so John asked if I could possibly get the pistol to hold together and shoot. I told him that even though I had no experience with the 1911s, I'd be happy to help if I could. The barrel bushing seemed to be loose, so that weekend, I went to a local gun show and found a guy selling 1911 parts. I bought a recoil spring and bushing for $8.00 & $4.00. Got the parts home and reassembled the slide. The replacement bushing was more solid and the good spring allowed the slide to glide over the barrel. Next came the grips. The bushing threads were stripped. Since the pistol was not about to be perfect, ever, I came up with a plan to secure the grips to the frame. I mixed up a bit of JB Weld and put it on the threads of each bushing. Put them in the holes in the grip frame and let them set for a day. That did the trick. Put the panels on and gave it a try. It felt really good and tight. I tried to insert the magazine and it travelled a short distance in the well, then stopped. I was certainly baffled, using a flashlight to look for the problem. There it was. The JB Weld had formed four little rings in the well. A gentle filing and they were flush with the well's inside walls. I took the pistol to work and gave it to its owner. He was very impressed with the now functional pistol. He asked if I had test fired it, and I told him that I had no ammo. He pulled out a box of old hardball ammo and put three rounds in the magazine, handing it over to me. I was confident in the pistol and loaded the magazine and racked the slide. POP POP POP. Worked flawlessly. John was elated, as was I. He originally expected to have to sell it for nothing, but when it came back to him in working order, he decided to keep it. That was a bit under thirty years ago and I haven't been in touch with the guys. John might still have the old slabsides in a toolbox.
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Excellent info thanks
I love the 1911 platform. I only wish I had gotten one sooner that I did. lol. Great vid Sir!
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i got a rock island armory 1911 a few years back ,it looks almost like those you had in front of you
There are several companies making retro GI models these days.
I stopped carrying my Colt Combat Elite as my daily carry, and re built a Rock Island G.I. Into a total badass but I retained the origional look with Authentic Colt Parts, and Match barrel and hand fit bushing.
I appreciate the history lesson on the 1911s.I will try to buy one of these classes. My dad and grandfather was in military service and they remember them. David Back from Menifee county Kentucky.
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Thanks for your post. In the mid-1960s I carried a WW2 era 1911 while on watch aboard ship serving in the far east; one year patrolling the coast of Vietnam.
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"Who knows, I might just return them someday" haha! Theres the classic ICarryone laugh line I was waiting for....😄.
On another note, beautiful service pistols that fought for our freedom, thx for this video. I would love one of those war beauties. I have the 10mm double stack Rock Island that I absolutely love! Shoots amazing & nicely balanced for the round it dispenses!
I also have a RIA 1911A2 - lots of 10mm firepower.
Stumbled on your channel and watched a few. Very informative, precise and the quips are entertaining 😂. The "Truth about Glocks" had me in stitches. I carry a G19 daily because that's what was issued to me on the job. (It's what I'm used to) I owned a Para warthog many years ago, but sold it. I picked up a used Colt Government model a few years ago and it came with a Colt Ace II 22 lr conversation kit. Absolutely love it!! I do carry it from time to time. There's just something about a classic 1911 that exudes nostalgia and makes you appreciate a century old design. Keep up the great work!! Definitely subscribing to your channel!!
Thanks - and welcome aboard.
I have held a 1913 model 1911 and posted a vid on it. Great vid brother!
Thanks ZEUS.
Great info.... Thanks....
My pleasure Bobby.
Nice video - thanks for the great history lesson! Any day is a good day when you get to learn something new. :)
Thank you.
I carry one for decades. And I'm going back to another one! Oddly a lot of older guys, like myself, that I know went to poly guns, as I did. But, the 1911 just calls us back!
Best to ya',,,,as always!
Thanks Walter.
Thanks for sharing a look at those beautiful old pistols
My pleasure Jim.
Thank you for making this video. I love the 1911
My pleasure!
Always great to see your videos, thank you for sharing and educating!
Entirely my pleasure.
Real nice program I have a WW1 Colt made in 1914,and a WW2 Remington Rand and Colt slid on a Golden State frame. I'm 68 now and since my youth I always had at least one 1911. My favorite pistol.
Yep, same here. 👍
Idea for the next videos. The history of the Browning Hi Power and CZ 75 and it's notable copies.
Sorta did that on the CZ75 already. It's somewhere on my channels video list.
I just bought one of the Springfield Armory's Defender series Mil Spec 1911A1's NIB for 457 dollars. I've run 505 rounds through it over the coarse of two range trips having cleaned it once after 308 rounds without a single malfunction. Probably the best deal I've found on a firearm to date.
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Same here. Flawless and spectacular. And love the finish.
Awesome video. I only have one. Wish I could get more.
You and me both!
BATJAC J.W sure a has very nice collection.
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@@JW...-oj5iw Sorry ! My bad😞
@@Jerry-Parker ... No apology necessary. Are you subscribed to his channel, now? He and ICO did a video of making a video in the AZ desert. Looked like they enjoyed themselves.
@@JW...-oj5iw Thanks for the support.
Love me some 1911 handguns. Thanks for showing your WW1 1911's , icarryone !!!!!!!!!!!!!
My pleasure Jerry.
When I was 10 (1960) my dad was given a 1911 that had been in a fire but the damage was superficial. With new springs and cold blue it shot like new. He was in it about $10. I loved to hold it (I shot it some too) Then I heard about Armand Swenson and Kings Gun Shop and how they improved these cheap, plentiful guns. I bought a WWII pistol for 100 bucks and began my education in improving the 1911--it responded well to all my homemade parts and I began to be known as a "45ACP guy". These days all the things I did are commonplace and cheap. I can still tweak a troubled 1911 into a sweetie and enjoy it as much as ever.
Yep, know exactly what you mean.
I have four and as far as I'm concerned these are still as good as it gets. One hit from these is worth three from a high capacity but smaller caliber pistol
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If you watch carefully at :42 seconds in, you will note the shiny spot on the side of the 1911 behind the slide stop. In 1987, I bought a Remington Rand 1911 A1 with the same shiny spot. Upon research I discovered that the spot was caused by a lot of carry in a military holster. The flap stud had a piece of leather sewn over it to prevent metal to metal contact, but it wore shiny spot in the finish.
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Great history.
Thank you.
So cool these simple 1911s.
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Such an awesome historical gun. There's a reason it's still around to this day
Agreed.
@@Icarryone how much is Colt 1911A1 in America? My father have two Colt 1911A1, he bought two because we are two siblings.
I have my uncles 1911a1 colt he carried throughout ww2. I have his full rig. Belt holster medical pouch and 2 clip mag pouch. He was a lt colonel in the FSSF in Italy and Southern France invasion. He was awarded the silver star in Italy for the LA defensa Mt attack in Italy in 1943. The pistol still retains 98 percent of its parkerised finish. Thanks for the video
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Always will be my favorite
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What he meant by the 1911 was first tested in combat in Mexico in 1960
1916 - Mexican Punitive Expedition (US Military vs Pancho Villa)
I want one!! LOL. I really do. Maybe one day. Awesome great video thanks for sharing. Thumbs up. Please stay safe & well.
Thanks Thomas.
My first 1911 Colt .45 came to via my grandfather who served in WW1. He also served in a reserve status during WW2 as a training officer at the U.S.M.A, West Point, N.Y. In between the wars he served as a captain in a occupying force under Gen. Mac Arthur on Luzon, P.I. in the 1930's. This pistol was by his side throughout his entire military career. Now, it is mine, now serving only as a home protector. I have added several other 1911A1 of more modern manufacture to use as sporting and target equipped sighting. Love 'em all! Especially a "Gold Cup NM" by Colt.
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Those 1911 a1 and gold cup are not Colt, they r made by Walther, its aluminium. You talk about.22lr right ? I was going to buy one myself but ....
Gosh those 1911’s are beautiful! Something classy about a worn GI pistol. 🤠🇺🇸👍🏼
Yes, there is just something about a firearm that has actually been carried into battle.
Good history on the life of the 1911. We need all the American history we can get these days as it seems to have gone by the wayside in schools.
Sad but true.
Still very valued model in Mexico! A real jewel especially the 38super
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good history and nice Of Batjac to loan them out although he may regret it now lol
What 1911's? 🤓👀!
Those sure are some beauties. You can tell how spoiled we have gotten with our modern white dot and fiber optic sights compared to the original sights
Yeah, I think we've all become a little spoiled.
Awesome《☆》I have a 627 Taurus Tracker as well. I replaced the ribber grip with custom wood grips👍🛎Nice collection of 1911s there & fantastic history. As much as I'd love to get an original govt gun I'm really happy with my 2016 Rock Island Commander M1911 A1 ms🌴:*:🌴Greetings from Florida🖖🤓🏈
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nice short history lesson BUT I was hoping for a little info on the pistols themselves... who manufactured them, how they were obtained.
That's a topic for an entirely different video.
The whole story about Pancho Villa is correct sir, except that the Mexican revolution started in 1910 and ended in 1924. Good history lesson though.
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Those are beautiful.
I think so too!
Very effective!!!! Yup.
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I own several "modern" firearms, but my 1911 .45 GI model is by far my favorite weapon. A beautiful piece of firearm history in my hand that just feels perfect and goes bang every time
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Loved it when I was in service.
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Some things are just created right the first time, as goes the 1911,Mr. Browning was ahead of his time, mechanical Genius of firearms!!!
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God I love these guns. Works of art!
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Kindly send that 1 piece of 1911 to me.although it is old, vintage and antique kind i a still love it so much.
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Each one more beautiful than the other.
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@@Icarryone So you are saying this is a good gun to own. I was left a 1950 Colt 45 it reads Government Model. The grips are that brown plastc like these in the video but it has a circle with a horse inside of it on each grip.,The gun looks like new I really see no scratches on it . So should I hang on to it...It was my great uncle's handed down to my mom then me.
I remember back in the 1970s gun shows colts 1911s were going for 100$ or less ,the 45 acp become popular in the late 1990s and today it's tops
Times have certainly changed.
American history no longer provided to young students now a day. Thanks for the excellent history lesson.
My pleasure!
1911 pistols give me the warm and fuzzies!
Yeah!
I have a 1917 made Colt. Shoots great, but stout trigger on that one. It’s one of my “unicorns”. I only shot 50 rounds through it.
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i picked up my ww1 colt 1911 for $125....still have it and still shoots great
@@samcuratolo3885 wow, I paid 1000.
@@ScottAT of course that was in1987
@@samcuratolo3885 ahh, inflation.
Are those 1911's blued or parkerized? I really love those wear marks.
They have the original military Parkerized finish - the application process actually varied somewhat over the years.
Great video on the best gun ever made the 1911 - Hands down the best Sir and with the upgrades and superior hand fitted ones make the 45-40-9-380-10mm-38super- the best weapons on the planet when enhanced to superior performance or if u buy a Wilson combat Dan Wesson - nighthawk-midrange to high-end sold 1911 and yes i carry 1 the Remington double stack recon 1 commander 45 acp that Clark custom did there accuracy package on making this already good 1911 into a breast of a shooter this 1911 replaced my Glock 19 for everyday carry - train well be Safe - Another GREAT Video from the Gun Master of GUNS !!! 1911 RULES THE GUN WORLD WHEN DONE RIGHT !!!
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I have a few different manufacturers and I like my Springfield Armory the best i carry 185 grain hollow points game over
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I have a ww2 1911 that my granpa used in ww2 as a medic on normandy beach and later in france.
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@@Icarryone he killed nazis with it.
My dad was a WWII vet. Wish we had discussed this fine weapon.
That would have been an interesting conversation. 👍
A COLT 1911 is the 1st handgun i ever shot. What a comfortable experience, despite its powers
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i got 2 colts but in 22lr
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Greetings from the Dominican Republic
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Yeah buddy.
If a 1911 won't put a smile on a man's face, nothing will.
Fact!
Look great heroes 😮the legendary 1911 acp 45 great history weapon 😮
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Great vidio. I wish all the young folks, gun lives and not would take time to watch your short, informative vidio. How bout some more 10 MM vidios for this old timer.
I was wondering where could one get access to authentic ww2 1911a1s for purchase also amazing video and love the history🇺🇸
Auctions (Gunbroker.com) are a good resource.
@@Icarryone Thank you for the recommendation I wish you and your channel the best
beautiful pistols....so great!!!!
We absolutely agree!
Those are beauties, thanks. I have my dad's WW2 M1911A1 (Colt's, 1942). I think I'll go give it a kiss..
Excellent idea - show the love!
I'm jealous,ha ha !!
I have a great Taurus Beretta clone but I almost always reach for one of my three model 1911s. Ones a Colt other two are from Springfield all in GI configuration. The new ones from I think ¢Turkey are calling my name😅😅😅
Very cool!
The 1911 has one core strength, it remains a functional firearm even after all these years. Obsolete it may be, but it's far from useless or harmless, never make that mistake.
Obsolete? Since when?
Where can I find one like yours?
These days, examples like the ones featured in this video are both rare and expensive. Your best bet is to consider buying one of more recent manufacture.
ive got a ww1 colt 1911 made in 1913. every part is original but always wondered about the grips on mine. mine are fully checkered like yours, not double diamond. do u think they are not original grips? i was always told those all had double diamond grips
Actually, the most common grips on this era of 1911's were the KEYS style grips. (All checkered.)
Make a video on 1911 r 1 limited
Sorry, I don't have one of those available.
Hi its good to know that 1911s were a part of military.campaigns from 1910 to 1950s. But you did not mention its part during the Philippine campaign on 1911 to 1920 were US Military forces also used it in the bloody suppression of Moro warriors.
I did briefly mention what are commonly referred to as the "Banana Wars." The Philippine action against the Moro's is just one such example.
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I'm planning to buy a 1911 replica (because owning a gun is illegal in my country), so I wanted to ask: have plain wooden grip pads ever been produced for serial 1911s?
All I see irl have embossed pads, yet out of available replicas all the embossed pads are either plastic (yuck) or wooden, but too bright.
And if plain pads are not historically realistic, do you perhaps know a way to make a wooden pad darker? Perhaps there is an easy way to, I know some reenactor did so, but I don't know what he used.
Try searching for 1911 grips online. There are actually a number of manufacturer's who make darker wood and/or synthetic grips.
My every day carry it served my country USA well
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" LEGEND " US Colt 1911 A1.👍👍👍👍
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Colt .45 1911 pistols are the best sidearms and and battle tested firearms and strong
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Browning's Magnum Opus
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Hopefully, I misunderstood something I think I heard you say. It seemed that you implied there were other handguns beside the m1911, m1911a1, and the snub nose .38 revolver. Hopefully, I misunderstood you.
I may or may not have said that - other than that, my attorney must be present before further questioning.
The 1911 is something special. I always knew that. but I have the proof now.
My gf shoots all my guns: Walther, Glock, Beretta , Tisas px9, Taurus g2c, ruger p90, rm380....
One day I brought the 1911 with us. She shot better with that then any other pistol and loved it so much she bought one.
So someone raised on polymer framed, and other high capacity 9mms took an immediate liking to the 1911. The trigger, slim grip, grip angle, pointability, and manageable recoil just makes it a joy to shoot. Most modern? No way. Still super comfortable to shoot accurately? yup.
Agreed - and a big 👍 for your girlfriend!