Videos tagged with Remington Rand M1911A1

This video features a comparison of five different 1911 pistols, including a brand-new Dan Wesson Specialist, a WWII-era Remington Rand, a used SIG Sauer GSR, a Kimber Classic Lightweight, and a Colt Series 70 Gold Cup National Match. The participants, including a firearms instructor and a beginner shooter, provide their impressions on handling, recoil, trigger feel, and accuracy. While all guns performed reasonably well, the Dan Wesson Specialist and the SIG Sauer GSR were highlighted for their performance and feel.

This video provides an in-depth historical and technical overview of the M1911A1 pistol, the standard US service sidearm from World War II until 1985. It details its evolution from the M1911, the significant wartime production by various manufacturers like Remington Rand, Colt, Singer, and Ithaca, and highlights key ergonomic and design improvements in the A1 variant. The expert analysis covers production nuances, inspector markings, and post-war surplus distribution.

This video details the significant role of Remington Rand in producing the M1911A1 pistol during World War II. It highlights that Remington Rand, a typewriter manufacturer, became the largest producer of these pistols, surpassing Colt. The content also touches upon the key visual differences between the M1911 and M1911A1 models, such as the relieved frame behind the trigger and the arched mainspring housing.

This guide covers the handling and shooting of a Remington Rand M1911A1, emphasizing historical context and practical application. It details inspection of period-correct markings, fundamental shooting techniques like sight alignment and trigger control, and addresses challenges with vintage sights during range demonstrations. The instruction comes from Hickok45, a recognized expert in firearms history and demonstration.