Colt Combat Commander 1911 Review : Classic
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- Опубликовано: 5 авг 2024
- The Colt Commander 1911 is a compact version of the Colt 1911 Government in 1950 and the Combat Commander was introduced in 1970 as an all steel pistol.. This is a classic Combat Commander.
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My first handgun was a series 70 Combat Commander. 40 years later it's still on my hip.
Series 70 only came in full size. Does yours actually have "Series 70" stamped on the side of the frame?
@SCshellback if he bought the commander that long ago I think it's safe to say it is a series 70 but I see 👀 what your saying also as a colt collector I think they came out in the early 80s and yes I know they didn't say series 70 on the slide
@SCshellback and I love doing what you did to this guy every now and then but the frame never ever says whether it's a series 70 or 80 unless you're looking at the serial number the slide has the information you are referring to 🫡 sorry I'm bored
@@richrich4980 Yes, you are right. I don't even have to pull my Series 70 (1974) out to remember it is in the serial number. You got me on this ha ha.
@@Mondo762My Combat Commander was made in 1980. Serial # starts with SC70
Make Colt Great Again
As soon as CZ buys them that may be a possibility! 🤔
@@69deputy that will probably ruin cz.
I get the feeling you’re probably right .
I love mine even after 40 years.
Although I live in Scotland and have no chance of being able to buy any type of hand gun I find these videos really quite enjoyable to watch. Many thanks.
Black powder revolver or long Barrell pistol if you get a firearms licence. Or you could move to Northern Ireland where they are legal.
@@esotericed8736 I am actually a firearms certificate holder and have shotguns and rifles but semi auto pistols are a no no.
@@99037149 Can't you get a long barrel semi automatic .22lr pistol in Scotland? you can in England. You can also get a semi automatic .22lr rifle in England like a Ruger 10/22 for instance.
@@esotericed8736 not sure about the pistol if I am honest. I have a semi auto 22 rifle and you can get semi auto shotguns no problem. Either way it's probably a good thing as I would spend way too much on guns I didn't need.
@@99037149 If you can have a semi auto 22 you can have a semi auto long barrell 22 pistol. Also you could get a black powder revolver (not exactly a Glock but its a regular size handgun).
This is a colt lightweight commander with an alloy frame and steel slide, not to be confused with the all steel combat commander from the 70s and on. Hence the “LW” on the serial number. This is a pre 70 so from 1949-1969. Serial numbers extended from 001 to 065 in 1949, and 66-LW to 60277-LW from 1950 to 1969. The last “LW” suffix pistol was assembled in February 1969. Then the resume March 1969 to April 1970 with the CLW serial prefix.
For those obsessed with having a safety on a firearm, you can’t beat the Colt 80 series. You have the manual safety, the grip safety and the firing pin block safety. Of course, the fourth and #1 safety is keeping your finger OFF the trigger until you’re ready to shoot.
I have an 80 series Officers 45 from 1984 . 3.5" barrel
The “light” weight commander was my first handgun.
There are a lot of gun channels on this platform
You sir are one of the best when it comes to gun reviews very thorough and informative
Great work sootch
I have a picture of my Grandfather holding one of these in his WWI uniform as a young man.
I just picked up a satin nickel combat commander, circa '79. Shoots like a dream
I had a satin Nickle Colt Commander ( series 70 ) in 38 Super back from 1983 to about 1992 , could kick my self for trading it , and to make it worse , I couldn’t even tell you what I traded it for .Hang on to yours .
Me too
Had mine -satin finish-for over 40 years. Couldn't see the factory sights that well, had a gunswmith install MMC sights. BIG difference !
Feels like a 1911 vibe lately...
Since 1911 maybe
"Drop safe" I don't know how many GIs I have met from Korea, Vietnam even a couple from WW2 and none of them had a problem with 1911s going off when dropped.
I love my 1911s more then my Glocks...LOL
The guns are not drop safe and can discharge if dropped on the hammer. That being said, the chances of any hammer fired gun being dropped directly on the hammer are pretty slim. But there’s always a chance. It’s a chance I’d rather not take. I like the series 80 1911’s better. Many people say the series 70 guns have a better trigger pull. Here’s the thing with that. With the exception of professional or competition shooters, I don’t actually know anybody who can shoot well enough to take advantage of the supposedly better trigger pull. I see so many people who tout the advantages of the series 70 trigger but their groups are still pretty large and their accuracy is terrible. The series 70 triggers aren’t helping them shoot any better. I’d rather have the extra margin of safety. A better trigger will not help you shoot better. Shooting makes you shoot better. Repetition and high round counts with your weapon make you shoot better. Many of these same people I know with expensive 1911’s barely go to the range once every 2 years.
@@leroyjenkins4811 Go away Fudd.
Simple sleek beauty. Love it.
I love 1911’s.
Given the totality of the circumstances combined with it's exploits on or off the battlefield.and general life span...probably the best pistol ever produced
I used the military issue commander in the military from 67 to 71. I became a city cop and carried the same gun. In 1971 I switched to the series 70 mark 4 stainless. I carried it till retirement in2019. Still have it, and, love it.
Every American should have a Stainless, Chrome or Nickle Plated Commander.
Bought a Colt Mk IV series 80, got a nice deal because it shoots 4 inches to the left, but a gun smith said he could tap the rear sight back into alignment. Looks like stainless to me. She does have some snap, wasn't expecting that first time I shot it. Herniated a disk in my neck (no idea how I did that) and my arm is so weak now I can barely hold it. Hopefully after I get that taken care of I can get some more range time with my Colt.
Amen
And a pickup truck
@@Frumious_Jabberwocky And be able to find and afford ammo.
Mine's Armaloyed with a stainless ambi safety and Pachmayr grips. I bought it from a retired police officer for $300 in 1988 and have been shooting it ever since.
Love the 1911 and especially the combat commander.
Bought a Combat Commander two years ago and I’ll never let it go. Can’t say enough good things about my particular one. It was $1,100 in 2018 so I can’t imagine what it might run today.
Yeah they are up there in 38 super they vary from $2,000-5000 depending on year condition etc. I remember when the times where you could find them anywhere from 450-900
I bought a decent used Colt 1991 A1 Officer's Model back in the mid 90's for $300. Ended up selling it to a good friend. Ive always wished I'd have kept it. Just last week, I picked up a nice used Colt 1991 A1 Combat Commander for $750 from my neighbor. He threw in 3 magazines, 75 rounds of ammo and a pistol case with it. And the gun has rose wood diamond checkered grips on it. I'd been thinking about getting another 1911 here lately, but never thought it would be an ole Colt. I just happened to be visiting with my neighbor and mentioned to him I was kinda looking for a 1911. He said "Hang on, I'll be right back" and went into his house and came out with the Commander. He had just took it on a trade and was just wanting to sell it. I didn't even know he had it. I know I got a heck of a deal on it- and I'm keeping this one ! I ordered a couple of recoil springs for it today and I've got it in a leather holster.
Just FYI, the early Commander you are demonstrating has an LW following the serial number, indicating an alloy or , 'Coltaloy' frame, not steel . .just got one last month made in 1951 . .
I noticed the markings, too.
The Colt Combat Commander was my first pistol in .45ACP. Later I had a Commander slide in 9mm.
They gotta bring that shit back.
I have a Government model 1911 and a Stainless Colt Defender 1911 in 45 ACP. Great little EDC! 1911's are the smoothest shooting pistols on the market. As Sootch said, great feel in the hand and easy to point!
I couldn't agree with you more as a colt collector myself I also have both of those in my collection
I always had government models ,but I'd sure like to get a commander.
Bought one brand new in 72. Carried it in a shoulder holster. Still have it.
I feel very blessed, humble, and at times even inadequate that I have inherited my grandfathers service 45 that he carried fighting through Europe. I don't fire it. I keep it clean and in firing condition. It is the most cherished of all my firearms.
I have a Colt Stainless Combat Commander that I've had since 1995 and it has over 20,000 rounds through it. I retired it from EDC after 10 years in 2005 for a SIG P220. To this day it still functions flawlessly and when I do carry it on occasion I carry it with confidence. However, I did have to replace several parts at different round counts but even with that, the gun has been a winner for me. Every American gun owner should have a Colt 1911 of some flavor in their collection.
Man that looks good
Yup, one of the classics. I sold one and bought an Officer model in .45acp, and it too is a classic.
I just inherited my grandpa's Commander and this video was incredibly informative. Thank you!
I carried one for years, sold it and now i wish i had it
Same here😢
My daily carry at work for the last 10 years
I especially appreciate you showing the assembly & disassembly. Great video!!!!
This is THE one Colt pistol that I'd like to own. Probably the best they ever made. I've owned a couple of Colts, but I haven't yet be able to acquire this one.
Bought one in 96,still have it and I like it.Thanks for the video, keep on the good job.
Now THAT’S a gun!!
Came for the review. Stayed for the outtakes. Thank you for both.
I have had a steel commander for decades.
Love the platform ! My SR1911 is my EDC, God Bless !
Bob in CT.
NICE JOB ON THE VIDEO SOOTCHOO!!!!! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK YOU DO EVERYDAY FOR US!!!!
The legend. Dream.
The Colt 1911 has always been my favorite semi auto pistol. I've had the Government model in .45 acp and the Commander in .9 mm. Again, I favor the larger caliber .45 acp. Just my personal preference.
One of my first off duty guns, outstanding weapon, have a 1971 era LW COMMANDER .45 today. This is a great pistol choice for personal defense to this day. Nice review of a real AMERICAN CLASSIC.
Thanks Sgt!
I love my combat commander it is my every day carry and has been for a long time.
According to colt mine is was made in 1980.
its a shame i had to replace the sights though my front site decided to go by by one day when i dispatching a snake.
Trijicon night site have replaced them and work wonderfully.
Awesome video always
You know what? Mine disappeared at the range one day. I was stunned and have wondered many times if mine was the only one. You & me, any more?
The first handgun I bought when I was able was a Colt Government series 80. Nearby pawn shop had one in mint condition and as soon as I put it in my hand, that grip shape and comfort was unbelievable. I bought right there for $350 just because it felt so perfect in the palm.
Bought a Colt Commander in 9mm when I came home from Vietnam in 1971 love shooting it. By the way I only paid $ 125.00 for it in "71" it's worth a hell of a lot more now a very good investment on my part. But I'll never sell it. LOL
The first handgun I ever shot was my dad's Combat Commander when I was five, under his supervision of course. It was a sweet shooting pistol. He still has it, but it hasn't been shot in years. According to Colt his was made in 1979 and for the age it was in perfect condition.
I love all 1911....🇺🇸🇺🇸
Great job
Thanks Doc!
This gun you have on the table is a lw commander which is indeed aluminum frame, colt got help from alcoa to develop this frame dubbed "coltalloy"
The original commander design I think is where it shines and should have stuck with.
Very informative! Thanks sootch00
Great guns. Shot thousands of rounds from mine without single hiccup, in early 70s. My one was in satin grey ... and I used Pachmayer wrap around rubber grips ... to beef up the grip and a full size 1911 barrel, to reduce the flip. The combination worked well.
I am hoping that CZ, current owners of the Colt brand, carry on with the historical line-up of handguns.
I really like the original Commander with the Aluminum frame as you said.
Now it's called the lightweight Commander.
My new favorite is the CCO Concealed Carry Officer.
It has a Commander Length Slide and an Officer's shorter length butt. So it has a standard magazine capacity of 6 rounds.
They have been around for a few years.
The Lipsey's Special Wiley Clapp Edition CCO is awesome.
It even has the front stap hand checkered by Pete Single and Novak sights. The front sight is the Classic brass bead.
This makes a really good Carry gun in an IWB holster as the shorter butt and slim profile makes it easier to conceal.
Cheers
Nice video, love my Ruger Commander withe the beaver tail.
The Colt Combat Commander is the only 45ACP I've been lusting after for years, just never pulled the trigger...pun intended haha
I bought mine in 1980, the steel frame 45acp mod 80.
I have fired tens of thousands of rounds through it. It has always worked... Her name is "Betsy" and she has been sleeping under my pillow for 40 years.
You do reviews like no one else.👍
Got one but favorite is a govt model in 38super. Sweeeeeeet.
I carried a stainless Commander on patrol for a few years and as a detective for 12. Was asked about carrying a bright shiny gun, I replied that I want the suspect to know my hand was filled!
More than 100K through 45's, still love em".
Thanks for sharing. I've been a fan of 1911 pistols since carrying one on duty in the US Navy during the mid-1960s. Those were WWII vintage pistols.
I continue to carry a 1911 and love the classic design.
I have a Colt Combat Commander Series 70 made in 1971. It was my duty weapon for four years until our PD insurance made us go away from single action pistols. We went to the Sig P-220 so we could keep the 45ACP. I carried a 1911A1 in the Army for ten years until they switched to the 92's with I don't like. If I were going to combat I would take the 1911A1 or the Commander would be my pick.
Colt Combat Commander is a top notch gun. Whoever have this thing, respect.
CCW’d a LWC for a few years before switching to an SR9. Great pistol and would not hesitate to carry it again if I had to go back for some reason.
EDIT: I’d seriously consider having it milled for an optic though.
I have a series 80 1991A1 that I absolutely love!
Glad to see your thumb finally healed.
My favorite pistol for years🙏
The old style Kings beaver tail grip safety without the hammer pocket was always a great addition to our 1911 Colts. It’s a shame they’re not around anymore but occasionally one will surface on the market, but not very often. Always preferred them compared to all of the different newer styles with the hammer pocket, but that’s just personal preference I guess. Good Day Everyone!
Can't wait for the upcoming CZ/Colt pistols.
Maybe a double action double stack 1911? Double eagle v2?
Una de las mejores pistolas que tuve. Junto con la Colt Delta Elite . 💖
Y si la delta elite es una chulada primo en 10mm
Absolutely love it!
Finally! This is long over due.
A bit shorter, tighter spring makes for more recoil but a full sized grip makes for a full sized magazine
Metal Pistols Matter! Join the club today and thumb you nose to polymer. Lol
I like both. Polymer for EDC, metal frame stuff for the safe.
Polymer pistols look so much cooler and sleek .
and if you run out of ammo it makes a good club...try beat someone with a Glock...
@@ca9968 You've obviously never owned a Glock 21 or Glock 20.
@@ca9968 Never bring a club to a gun fight.
1911s are target sweet. If you are holding the firearm right after firing the sites come right back on target. When I enlisted in 1988 this was the weapon I used in basic training and AIT.
This was what I learned on in army officers training in 1980.
First handgun I bought back in the 1980's was a Colt Commander model. Colt Mark IV Series 80. I paid something like $400 at the time which I thought was high. Still like new. Even have the original box and manual. My big problem is what grandson to leave it to when I am gone.
I know as a collector myself my nephews are already asking me which ones am I going to leave them and I told my son and two daughters that it's up to them whatever they think they can do without to let my two nephew's get at least one each something is better than nothing
OMG what a beautiful 1911.
That's a great looking Lightweight Commander.
Awesome!!! I love it!!!
Sootch00 l carried a Colt Government model 45 while I served as a Navy MP back in late 80’s to the early 90’s. That’s where the love affair started, then came a Blue series 80 Combat Commander in 45 ACP, that was fellowed up by a Blue series 80 Combat Commander in Colt Super 38 Auto. I still have em and I still shoot ‘em and I still love em ❤️
Damn it sootch00 you are feeding my hunger. for 1911s.. 😂
I have one from 1973 the bluing is outstanding on that gun. Great AMERICAN classic !
I have one from 1973 and the bluing has turned a plum color.
Thanks Sooch
Just watched your Glock .10mm video, you've earned one more sub!congrats.
Thanks for stopping by Henrique!
Just FYI but the pistol you reviewed is an alloy-framed Commander, not the steel-framed Combat Commander. That was immediately obvious when you weighed the Commander against a steel-framed Government Model. Other clues: the serial number has an LW suffix, which means "lightweight". Also the black alloy frame is a different color than the blued slide, and the slide is marked "Commander Model" instead of "Combat Commander". And finally I looked up the serial number on Colt's website which shows it is a 1966 aluminum-framed Commander Model. Great video otherwise... I look forward to every one you make.
@Ron Doobie SC = Satin Colt finish. If your pistol is numbered like that it most likely was originally finished in satin nickel.
Exactly! 3/4" of slide and barrel doesn't equal over 10 ounces! I did the same research. The all-steel Combat Commander didn't come out until 1970.
I love to see other colt nerds 🤓 in the comments like myself
@@williamhudson4938 what does the all steel combat commander weigh?
The best review I’ve seen
1911 and Manual Mustang are generation stoppers. Thieves can’t drive my stang and sure enough can’t figure out my Commander 🤣. Great video
Great video. You know The correct order for field strip. Lot of people do not
I finally see where Taurus got the inspiration for their PT1911's hammer. That's a beautiful Colt! :)
IT DOES FEEL LIKE HOME GREAT VIDEO
The "LW" at the end of your serial number says that's a Commander, not a Combat Commander.
Omg soo beautiful I've been looking for one for years in 45acp
Why I like sootch00!
“Here’s the firearm, let’s check it out!” Boom Boom Boom!!!
That's about it! lol! Thanks Brother
Classic baby. Love the 9mm version.
Wonderful weapon!
I have the 70 model love that thing will never get rid of it
Muy bueno tu vídeo y esplicasion saludos desde Argentina
Very sweet piece! I have a RIA CCO.
Love my Kimber 1911 45acp my first hand gun.
The 1911 Colt Combat Commander is a great and beautiful gun. Thanks for the review.
Yea but the one I'd like to have is a General Officers Model, not a Colt Officers Model, they're different and the two different names cause quite a bit of confusion with people, when I mention a General Officers Model people usually believe I'm talking about the Colt Officers Model but I'm not, they're two entirely different things.
The General Officers Model variant of the M1911A1 was a batch of M1911A1's that Rock Island Arsenal took and cut down to the same size as the Colt Combat Commander back in 1974, they really worked them over into first rate pieces, they machined down the sides of the slides and frames to restamp them which unfortunately did away with all the original stampings so it's impossible to tell which of the original manufacturers each particular host gun was made from.
They tightened up the slides on them, blued them, cut heavy deep checkering into the arched mainspring housings and a bunch of other nice touches including a nice plaque on one of the wooden grips so it could be engraved with the name of the General that requested it and had it issued to them, not just any General could get one, they had to be in charge of a combat unit like a division commander, they also came with a highly polished black leather belt and holster made for each one.
They're about as rare as a Singer .45 and go for about the same amount whenever one comes up for sale.
If you go to research them online to read about them or see pictures don't enter "General Officers Model .45 automatic" or something like that because the vast majority of drop downs you'll get on it are for the Colt Officers Model, enter something like "Military issue M1911A1 General Officers Model" to narrow down the field and eliminate a lot of the confusion over the name.
I first learned about them in the early 90's when someone gave me a box of old American Riflemen magazines and the one dated Feb 1974 (I think Feb, I still have the magazine buy it's in a storage facility) has a story about them and how Generals can put in a request for them, it's also the same AR magazine that's the feature story is on John Garand as his famous invention the M1 rifle and has a picture on the cover that was him at that current time at the Springfield Armory museum holding one of his inventions, it's actually the same picture that Fulton Armory has used a sketched version of for a logo, they note in the magazine that Garand passed away between when his picture had been taken and he was interviewed for the article and before the issue went to print.
Edit: the military gave it the nomenclature of "M15 Pistol" when they made them available to qualifying Generals who could obtain them.
Those 1911s look so good compared to the plastic looking glock, and what a history the 1911 has....impressive.
You had me at Colt