I Carry: Savage 1911 Pistol in a Falco Holster

Published on June 23, 2023
Duration: 5:27

This episode of 'I Carry' features the Savage Arms 1911 pistol, highlighting its historical connection to the original 1911 design and its modern features. The review also covers the Falco C105 pancake holster and the Power Attack E9R G4 flashlight, presenting a complete everyday carry setup.

Quick Summary

The Savage Arms 1911, in its government size, boasts a 5-inch barrel, 8.45-inch overall length, and weighs 40.6 ounces with an 8-round capacity. It features a dual recoil spring system, tritium front sights, and ambidextrous safeties, paired with a Falco C105 leather holster and a Power Attack E9R G4 flashlight.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction
  2. 00:12Savage Arms 1911 Overview
  3. 00:21Historical Context of Savage and 1911
  4. 01:04Savage 1911 Models and Finishes
  5. 01:17Future Savage 1911 Variants
  6. 01:27Savage 1911 Technical Specifications
  7. 01:40Sights and Controls
  8. 01:51Internal Mechanics: Dual Recoil Spring
  9. 02:00Slide and Frame Features
  10. 02:11Why Carry a 1911?
  11. 02:31Why the Savage 1911?
  12. 02:55Holster Selection: Falco C105
  13. 03:08Falco Holsters Company Background
  14. 03:27Falco C105 Holster Design
  15. 03:42Holster Break-In Procedure
  16. 04:06Flashlight Selection: Power Attack E9R G4
  17. 04:14Power Attack E9R G4 Size and Carry
  18. 04:25Power Attack E9R G4 Features
  19. 04:30Power Attack E9R G4 Brightness and Battery Life
  20. 04:45Power Attack E9R G4 Charging System
  21. 04:59Power Attack E9R G4 Controls
  22. 05:15Conclusion and Further Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the Savage Arms 1911 pistol?

The government-sized Savage 1911 features a 5-inch barrel, an overall length of 8.45 inches, a height of 5.2 inches, and weighs 40.6 ounces. It has a magazine capacity of eight rounds and comes with tritium front sights and black serrated rear sights.

What is unique about the Savage 1911's internal design?

A notable departure from traditional 1911 designs is the Savage 1911's use of a dual recoil spring system. However, it retains a standard guide rod rather than a full-length one.

What type of holster is featured with the Savage 1911?

The featured holster is the Falco C105, an open-top pancake-style holster made from leather. It is double-stitched for durability and includes a modest sweat guard, designed for outside-the-waistband carry.

What are the capabilities of the Power Attack E9R G4 flashlight?

The Power Attack E9R G4 flashlight offers four brightness settings from 71 to 2550 lumens, plus a strobe function. It features a magnetic USB charging system and has a battery life ranging from 21 hours on low to 2 hours on turbo.

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