Colt 1911 "Rail Gun" 22.lr Pistol

Published on May 26, 2012
Duration: 13:07

This guide details the field stripping process for the Colt 1911 Rail Gun in .22 LR, as demonstrated by Ozzie. It covers removing the slide stop, slide, barrel bushing, and recoil spring assembly. The video highlights that many parts are interchangeable with standard .45 ACP 1911 components, facilitating customization and maintenance. The instructor's expertise is evident in the clear, step-by-step procedure.

Quick Summary

The Colt 1911 Rail Gun .22 LR, manufactured by Walther under license, offers features like a Picatinny rail, skeletonized trigger, and functional safeties. Notably, many internal parts are interchangeable with standard .45 ACP 1911s, making it a versatile training tool. It reliably cycles various .22 LR ammunition types.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Models
  2. 00:26Magazine and Capacity
  3. 01:01Key Features
  4. 01:51Safety Mechanisms
  5. 03:07Performance and Trigger Pull
  6. 04:18Parts Interchangeability
  7. 05:10Ammo Compatibility and Pricing
  8. 06:27Field Stripping and Maintenance
  9. 10:20Range Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Colt 1911 Rail Gun .22 LR?

The Colt 1911 Rail Gun .22 LR features a skeletonized trigger, an integrated Picatinny rail for accessories, a combat hammer, and white dot sights. It also includes functional grip and thumb safeties, mirroring full-size 1911s.

Is the Colt 1911 Rail Gun .22 LR compatible with standard .45 ACP 1911 parts?

Yes, many internal components of the Colt 1911 Rail Gun .22 LR are interchangeable with standard .45 ACP 1911 parts, including the thumb safety, grip safety, disconnector, hammer, sear, and mainspring housing.

What is the typical magazine capacity for the Colt 1911 Rail Gun .22 LR?

The pistol typically comes with a 10-round magazine. However, in Australia, 12-round magazines are available for certain license categories like Category H.

How does the Colt 1911 Rail Gun .22 LR perform with different ammunition types?

The firearm is not fussy with ammunition and reliably cycles standard, high, and hyper-velocity rounds, including CCI Stingers, demonstrating good reliability during range testing.

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