WW2 1911 .45 ACP BURNDOWN

Published on August 31, 2025
Duration: 10:13

This video demonstrates a "burndown" of a World War II era M1911 pistol chambered in .45 ACP. The instructor highlights the firearm's all-steel construction and the significant heat buildup experienced during sustained firing. Issues with the iron sights are noted, impacting target acquisition. The video also showcases a Wilson Combat magazine and touches on the .45 ACP cartridge.

Quick Summary

A "burndown" in firearms is a rapid, sustained firing sequence to test heat tolerance. During a WW2 M1911 .45 ACP burndown, extreme heat buildup was observed due to its all-steel construction, making the firearm hot. The iron sights were noted as difficult to use, impacting target acquisition. The .45 ACP cartridge was discussed, with a note on the unavailability of .46 caliber ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & "Japs in the water!"
  2. 00:02Joe, cover me! I'm loading!
  3. 00:57Cover me, Sarge! I'm reloading!
  4. 00:59Fixed bayonets!
  5. 01:27Lock and load! Wait for my signal!
  6. 01:35Follow me!
  7. 01:57Two misses there. Look at that smoke.
  8. 02:19She's getting hot now. Speed.
  9. 02:29This thing's badass, dude.
  10. 02:39Sir! Crowd's in the open!
  11. 02:57Joe, cover me! I'm loading!
  12. 03:07Four eight rounds. This thing is getting hot.
  13. 03:39This thing being all steel, I can feel the heat transferring through pretty quick.
  14. 03:41Forty-five. Don't carry a forty-six because they don't make a forty-six.
  15. 03:53Wilson Combat Mag. We're bladed.
  16. 03:59Here we go.
  17. 04:15Can't even see the target with those sights.
  18. 04:17Yep. (gunshots)
  19. 04:57It's hard to see what I'm... These sights are horrible.
  20. 05:01It's smoking. (gunshots)
  21. 05:29I...man. Alright, more ammo.
  22. 05:57(gunshots)
  23. 06:01Ka-chunk. (gunshots)
  24. 06:05Can you hear that ka-clunk?
  25. 06:07Here, let's get some right sides. Show them the right side a little bit here.
  26. 06:11For the guys that donated to the ammo fund. So they can see that forty-five in action.
  27. 06:15(gunshots)
  28. 06:19Woo! You can see that. (gunshots)
  29. 06:23Yeah, see that? Look at that thing.
  30. 06:27See that smoke coming out of there? Is it coming up on camera?
  31. 06:41That is wild. All steel gun. (gunshots)
  32. 06:55wild the gun on sarcastically blows up
  33. 07:25the gun goes on
  34. 07:30the gun goes on
  35. 07:35the gun goes on
  36. 07:40the gun goes on
  37. 07:45the gun goes on
  38. 07:50the gun goes on
  39. 07:55the gun goes on
  40. 08:00the gun goes on
  41. 08:05the gun goes on
  42. 08:10the gun goes on
  43. 08:15the gun goes on
  44. 08:20the gun goes on
  45. 08:25the gun goes on
  46. 08:30the gun goes on
  47. 08:35the gun goes on
  48. 08:40the gun goes on
  49. 08:45the gun goes on
  50. 08:50the gun goes on
  51. 08:55the gun goes on
  52. 09:00the gun goes on
  53. 09:05the gun goes on
  54. 09:10the gun goes on
  55. 09:15the gun goes on
  56. 09:20the gun goes on
  57. 09:25the gun goes on
  58. 09:30the gun goes on
  59. 09:35the gun goes on
  60. 09:40the gun goes on
  61. 09:45the gun goes on
  62. 09:50the gun goes on
  63. 09:55the gun goes on
  64. 10:00the gun goes on
  65. 10:05the gun goes on
  66. 10:10the gun goes on

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a "burndown" in firearms terminology?

A "burndown" in firearms terminology refers to a sustained, rapid firing sequence where a firearm is emptied of its ammunition as quickly as possible. This process is often used to test a firearm's heat tolerance and reliability under extreme conditions.

What are the key observations about the WW2 M1911 during the burndown?

During the burndown, the WW2 M1911's all-steel construction led to significant heat buildup, making the firearm hot to the touch. The iron sights were noted as being difficult to see, impacting target acquisition during the rapid firing.

What ammunition is discussed in relation to the M1911?

The video specifically discusses the .45 ACP cartridge, which is the standard caliber for the M1911 pistol. It's mentioned that .46 caliber ammunition is not commercially available.

What are the potential issues highlighted during the M1911 burndown?

The primary issue highlighted is the extreme heat generated by sustained firing, which can affect firearm performance and handling. There are also implied concerns about potential malfunctions or failures due to the intense heat, as suggested by the repeated "the gun goes on" segments after a mention of the gun "blowing up."

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