Colt+Model+1911


 * Colt Model 1911**

The Colt Model 1911 (M1911) was the standard US service pistol of both of the World Wars. It was kept as the standard issue all the way to the Vietnam War, and is still in use as a non-standard sidearm. It was designed by John Browning and is considered one of the best side arms of all time. The M1911 was chambered for the powerful .45 ACP round. It is iconic of the American military.
 * Introduction**

The M1911 was actually invented in 1890 when the use for an automatic pistol to replace the basic revolvers became more and more prevalent. The name was just from the year of its adoption. The M1911 is a basic automatic pistol using the short recoil system. It could carry seven rounds in a magazine, and eight if a round was already chambered. It consists of a basic stamped steel grip and slide. The handle panels are made of wood. In order to fire the M1911, the safety switch at the back of the grip must be held down.
 * History**

Caliber - .45 ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol), normal and hollowpoint Weight - 2.44 pounds unloaded with magazine, ~2.6 pounds magazine loaded, ~2.61 pounds magazine and chamber loaded Length - 8.25 inches (21 cm), standard military and government issue Barrel Length - 5.03 inches (12.7 cm) standard military and government issue barrel Average Muzzle Velocity - 825 FPS (251 MPS) Number Produced - over 2 million, still in production
 * Specifications**

It is rarely used in modern military today but is a popular choice for shooting competitions. Today, many different gun makers make altered versions of the M1911, with styled engravings, modified barrel length, hammer size, and caliber to mention a few.
 * Civilian** **and Modern Usage**

The M1911 is famous for its large round that could deliver a high amount of stopping power. It was very reliable, easy to field strip, and its design was very simple. Its accuracy was superb meaning that the stock models can still be used as target pistols today. Its round however is quite slow at just over 800 feet per second. It was used in every battle that involved the US in WWII. S&W Custom Competition 1911
 * Effectiveness**

S&W Custom Competition 1911 Colt 1911 Standard

Brennan Lee