1911’s

[wcd]

Every once in a while I will watch one of Bill Wilson’s videos happened to see one of them about the benefits of carrying a 1911. Nit that I need to be sold on the idea, but it was interesting. I was curious when they made the reference that a 1911 was safer by virtue of having a thumb safety which could slow operation of the pistol in untrained hands? Essential blocking the slide from being racked when engaged, or that people might not know how to disengage it? I was wondering if this was a really dated reference or if people are really that unfamiliar with the 1911?

 

[WebSnyper]

Every once in a while I will watch one of Bill Wilson’s videos happened to see one of them about the benefits of carrying a 1911. Nit that I need to be sold on the idea, but it was interesting. I was curious when they made the reference that a 1911 was safer by virtue of having a thumb safety which could slow operation of the pistol in untrained hands? Essential blocking the slide from being racked when engaged, or that people might not know how to disengage it? I was wondering if this was a really dated reference or if people are really that unfamiliar with the 1911?

The average criminal who would seek to take a gun from someone and shoot them with it, is probably not well versed in 1911's, like the average car thief these days is probably not versed in driving a manual shift.

That said, not something you want to count on, and probably want to do everything you can not to test that theory out.

 

[wcd]

The average criminal who would seek to take a gun from someone and shoot them with it, is probably not well versed in 1911's, like the average car thief these days is probably not versed in driving a manual shift.

That said, not something you want to count on, and probably want to do everything you can not to test that theory out.

Yeah no intention of testing that theory. I just thought with something that has been around that long, most people would be well versed in its function?

 

[BigRed3588]

Every once in a while I will watch one of Bill Wilson’s videos happened to see one of them about the benefits of carrying a 1911. Nit that I need to be sold on the idea, but it was interesting. I was curious when they made the reference that a 1911 was safer by virtue of having a thumb safety which could slow operation of the pistol in untrained hands? Essential blocking the slide from being racked when engaged, or that people might not know how to disengage it? I was wondering if this was a really dated reference or if people are really that unfamiliar with the 1911?

I’d say it’s more of a muscle memory issue than a familiarity issue. Knowing a firearm has a manual safety and having the ability to disengage it in a high stress situation are two different things. If an individual hasn’t trained with a 1911, the safety can definitely be a hindrance.

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

 

[drillsgt]

New one from Springfield called the Emissary, I like it. 1279.00 MSRP

1911 Emissary Handguns - Springfield Armory

www.springfield-armory.com

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

New one from Springfield called the Emissary, I like it. 1279.00 MSRP

1911 Emissary Handguns - Springfield Armory

www.springfield-armory.com

I like that "grenade" front strap checkering

 

[drillsgt]

I like that "grenade" front strap checkering

You see that a lot now, gives the front strap some treatment while being much easier to machine than actual checkering.

 

[Amishman44]

I like 1911 pistols, but not a fan of the new Emmisary slide...it just doesn't look right to me...
Like the idea of a flat-faced trigger on it though....getting used to those with a few Glocks I have...
I do like Springfield's EMP series with the bob-tail...they have a great fit-n-feel to them!

 

[wcd]

I like 1911 pistols, but not a fan of the new Emmisary slide...it just doesn't look right to me...
Like the idea of a flat-faced trigger on it though....getting used to those with a few Glocks I have...
I do like Springfield's EMP series with the bob-tail...they have a great fit-n-feel to them!

Right there with you, I sure it will appeal to someone though.

 

[churchmouse]

Not sure about the billboard treatment (RollMarks) on this one. But someone is going to like it.

 

[BigRed]

New one from Springfield called the Emissary, I like it. 1279.00 MSRP

1911 Emissary Handguns - Springfield Armory

www.springfield-armory.com

I have no doubt it is a great pistol.

Still favor the earlier designs.

 

[Dean C.]

I really like the square trigger guard, that is not a feature you see often.

 

[churchmouse]

I have no doubt it is a great pistol.

Still favor the earlier designs.

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There can be no arguments made here.

 

[drillsgt]

I really like the square trigger guard, that is not a feature you see often.

The square trigger guard is coming back as a custom feature for whatever reason, a lot of the big names have been doing them lately.

 

[chocktaw2]

New one from Springfield called the Emissary, I like it. 1279.00 MSRP

1911 Emissary Handguns - Springfield Armory

www.springfield-armory.com

Yeah, got my 'good' eye on one.

 

[DadSmith]

My niece from Texas came to vist with her future husband. I got out all my handguns from 22lr to 44 magnum. She shot the 22lr and she really liked the canik TP9DA. She shot it well also.

Her boyfriend he liked the 44 magnum revolver, but fell in love with my Springfield Ronin 45acp. He said when he turns 21 next year he's going to buy him one for his birthday. Out of 9 different handguns, and over $300 in ammo and he choose the 1911 as his favorite. He has never shot before as well.

1911 is still appealing to even the younger generation.

 

[Magyars]

I have no doubt it is a great pistol.

Still favor the earlier designs.

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I gotta agree with Red. I'll take a classic 1911. Except for the arched MSH!

 

[two70]

I have an older Springfield Target model and don't really need another 1911 right now. Still, this one has me rethinking that.

 

[Steel and wood]

I have an older Springfield Target model and don't really need another 1911 right now. Still, this one has me rethinking that. View attachment 151555

I think that case Harding looks good but there blue model is just beautiful. If I had the money I would get both and change the slides.