Videos tagged with Colt Series 80

This guide, based on insights from Hickok45, details the safe demonstration of carrying a 1911 pistol 'cocked and locked.' It emphasizes understanding and utilizing the firearm's manual thumb safety and grip safety for secure concealed carry. The thin profile of the 1911 is highlighted as a key advantage for discreet transport.

This video compares the Colt 1911 Series 80 to modern striker-fired handguns like the Shadow Systems MR920 (Glock platform). The instructor, Trench Grenade, highlights the 1911's heavier weight, lower magazine capacity, and the potential training challenge of its manual and grip safeties in defensive scenarios. While acknowledging the 1911's classic appeal and smooth single-action trigger, the video emphasizes the reliability and ease of use of striker-fired platforms for the average shooter, particularly in high-stress situations.

This video explains the key differences between Colt Series 70 and Series 80 1911 pistols. The primary distinction lies in the Series 80's inclusion of a firing pin safety mechanism, designed to prevent accidental discharge if the firearm is dropped. While purists may prefer the Series 70 for its simpler design, both models are generally considered to shoot and feel the same, with the Series 80 adding extra internal parts for drop safety.