The 1911: A Gunsmith’s Perspective   Part 2

by | Apr 29, 2019 | Classic Firearms

In part one, we covered the basic shooter maintenance, of tracking the spring wear of the 1911, and some of the effects of spring wear. Paying attention to what your handgun is doing when fired, is the same as paying attention to what your car is doing when you are...

The 1911 Style Pistol- Part 1

by | Apr 3, 2019 | Classic Firearms

A Gunsmith’s Perspective on Maintenance and Reliability   The 1911 is one of the oldest, and most reliable pistols still available. While the design is over 100 years old, it is still a viable defensive handgun, as attested to by it’s continued production,...