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STI Escort: A Carry-Ready 1911
Perhaps no pistol is more readily identifiable than the 1911. These handguns have served men and women in the armed forces, in law enforcement and for personal protection. I’ve heard more than one...
View ArticleThe 5 Best Rimfire Pistols For Practice, Plinking & Pest Control
When it comes to a distinctly American autoloader, it is hard to top the classic 1911. Born from the genius of John Moses Browning and adopted by the U.S. military more than a century ago, this classic...
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The Colt Model 1911: A Look Back At 105 Years Of Excellence
Even before the turn of the last century, gun-makers were working in earnest to design a practical self-loading pistol. The first real breakthrough was by an Austrian designer named Joseph Laumann,...
View ArticleBrowning Adds Two New Models To 1911-380 Semi Auto Pistol Line
Browning is expanding its 1911-380 semi auto pistol line with the addition of two new models, the Black Label 1911-380 Pro and Black Label 1911-380 Pro with rail. In their press release, Browning says...
View Article20 Exciting New 1911 Pistols Released In 2016
By Jim Grant Despite countless polymer-framed, striker-fired pistols flooding the market, the pistol that saw American soldiers through two World Wars—the 1911—continues to captivate shooters. Whether...
View ArticleHonor Defense Adds “Long Slide” Model To Honor Guard Pistol Line
Due to popular demand, Gainesville, Georgia-based gun manufacturer Honor Defense has added a “long slide” version to its line of Honor Guard pistols. The Honor Guard Long Slide, which starts shipping...
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Long-Slide Champion: The Rock Island Armory Pro Match Ultra
This article was published in the 2016 edition of the Complete Book of 1911s. For information on how to subscribe, please email subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com or call 1-800-284-5668. While all of...
View ArticleThe Ruger Mark IV: A One-Button Takedown Rimfire Pistol
The following is a press release from Ruger Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is excited to announce the latest development in the Mark Series line of pistols – the Ruger Mark IV. Ruger has...
View Article11 Custom Gun Shops For 1911 Pistols
The gun world has changed dramatically over the last 100 years. While the advent of lightweight, polymer-framed, striker-fired pistols has become an industry essential, a steel link to the past...
View ArticleGuncrafter Industries Announces The New HOSS 1911 Pistol
Guncrafter Industries has unveiled its new HOSS (Heavy Operating Shooting System) 1911 pistol, which the Arkansas-based custom gun manufacturer touts as “the most significant upgrade to the 1911 since...
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HCH Hunter: Hill Country Handguns’ Long-Slide 10mm 1911
It’s always the last one. “Uh, a touch high.” Sam cajoled. I’d seen the front sight creep up. That shot had wrecked the series. “I’ll fire another.” Sandbags cradling the pistol, I crushed the trigger....
View ArticleWilson Combat Releases The X-TAC Elite Carry Comp
The following is a press release from Wilson Combat The New Wilson Combat X-TAC Elite Carry Comp is available in 9mm and .45 ACP for the ultimate soft shooting and accurate carry gun experience. Our...
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Xtreme Firepower: American Tactical’s Game-Changing FXH-45
The 1911 has been around for 105 years, during which time it has been modified, improved, altered, customized, lengthened, shortened and all but completely overhauled. However, American Tactical’s...
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Republic Forge 1911: Testing A Custom-Grade .45 ACP Pistol
As building 1911 pistols is admittedly something of a well-worn path these days, it can be difficult to stand out from the pack. With a large number of major manufacturers and a veritable army of small...
View ArticleAmerican Pistol Compact: Ruger Adds To American Pistol Line
The following is a press release regarding Ruger’s American Pistol Compact Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is proud to announce the addition of the Ruger American Pistol Compact model. This...
View ArticleHonor Defense Adds “Long Slide” Model To Honor Guard Pistol Line
Due to popular demand, Gainesville, Georgia-based gun manufacturer Honor Defense has added a “long slide” version to its line of Honor Guard pistols. The Honor Guard Long Slide, which starts shipping...
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Long-Slide Champion: The Rock Island Armory Pro Match Ultra
This article was published in the 2016 edition of the Complete Book of 1911s. For information on how to subscribe, please email subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com or call 1-800-284-5668. While all of...
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The Ruger Mark IV: A One-Button Takedown Rimfire Pistol
The following is a press release from Ruger Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is excited to announce the latest development in the Mark Series line of pistols – the Ruger Mark IV. Ruger has...
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11 Custom Gun Shops For 1911 Pistols
The gun world has changed dramatically over the last 100 years. While the advent of lightweight, polymer-framed, striker-fired pistols has become an industry essential, a steel link to the past...
View ArticleGuncrafter Industries Announces The New HOSS 1911 Pistol
Guncrafter Industries has unveiled its new HOSS (Heavy Operating Shooting System) 1911 pistol, which the Arkansas-based custom gun manufacturer touts as “the most significant upgrade to the 1911 since...
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