Outtake: Webley Ammo in a 1911

Published on November 14, 2024
Duration: 0:40

This video tests Steinel's .45 ACP ammunition, specifically loaded to lower .455 Webley pressures, in a standard 1911 pistol. The experiment confirms that these reduced-pressure rounds possess sufficient energy to reliably cycle the 1911's action, with the slide locking back on an empty magazine. This demonstrates the viability of using such ammunition in 1911s that might otherwise be damaged by standard .45 ACP loads.

Quick Summary

Steinel's .45 ACP ammunition is loaded to .455 Webley pressures, making it safe for firearms like 'shaved' Webley revolvers that can't handle standard .45 ACP loads. Testing confirmed this reduced-pressure ammo reliably cycles a standard 1911 pistol.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Webley Pressure .45 ACP
  2. 00:15Testing the 1911 Hypothesis
  3. 00:22Live Fire Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What is special about the Steinel .45 ACP ammunition tested?

The Steinel .45 ACP ammunition is specifically loaded to .455 Webley pressures. This makes it suitable for older or modified firearms, like 'shaved' Webley revolvers, that cannot safely handle the higher pressures of standard .45 ACP loads.

Can standard 1911 pistols reliably function with low-pressure .45 ACP ammunition?

Yes, the test demonstrated that Steinel's .45 ACP ammunition, loaded to .455 Webley pressures, was sufficient to cycle the action of a standard 1911 pistol, locking the slide back on an empty magazine.

Why would someone use .45 ACP ammunition loaded to .455 Webley pressures?

This type of ammunition is designed for firearms that have been converted to .45 ACP but are not robust enough for standard .45 ACP pressures. It allows these classic or modified guns to function safely without risking damage from excessive force.

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