America Wins Again…Alchemy Hi Cap…in 45 ACP

Published on January 31, 2025
Duration: 21:17

This video reviews the Alchemy Custom Weaponry Fat Man, a double-stack .45 ACP 1911, and discusses the availability of double-stack .45 ACP in their Quanico High Cap lineup. The presenter highlights the Fat Man's retro styling, hard blast DLC finish, and aggressive grip texture. A performance comparison of the Fat Man against a 9mm Quanico High Cap using the 'Humbler' drill is presented, demonstrating manageable recoil and effective performance for a .45 ACP platform.

Quick Summary

The Alchemy Custom Weaponry Fat Man is a double-stack .45 ACP 1911 with a retro design, hard blast DLC finish, and 11+1 or 13+1 round capacity. It demonstrates manageable recoil, completing the 'Humbler' drill in 8.01 seconds, and represents Alchemy's expansion into double-stack .45 ACP offerings.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: American Math & Bigger is Better
  2. 00:32The 1911's Capacity Limitation & The Solution
  3. 01:00Introducing the Fat Man from Alchemy Custom Weaponry
  4. 01:40Alchemy Custom Weaponry: The Fat Man Explained
  5. 03:47Who is Alchemy Custom Weaponry?
  6. 05:03Alchemy's Resto Mods: The Fat Man Concept
  7. 06:04The Fat Man's Origin Story & Introduction
  8. 06:46Fat Man Styling & Features
  9. 07:06Hard Blast DLC Finish & Vintage Markings
  10. 07:57Sights, Hammer, Trigger, and Grips
  11. 08:54Magazine Capacity: 11+1 and 13+1
  12. 09:20Range Test: High Cap vs. Fat Man
  13. 10:47The Humbler Drill Explained
  14. 11:27Humbler Drill: 9mm High Cap Performance
  15. 12:09Humbler Drill: .45 ACP Fat Man Performance
  16. 12:48Observations on the Fat Man: Weight & Grip
  17. 15:15Grip Texture and Recoil Management
  18. 17:14Alchemy's High Cap Lineup in .45 ACP
  19. 17:49Carry Edition & Full Rail Options
  20. 19:03Double Stack .45 ACP Market Niche
  21. 19:46Frame and Grip Module Differences
  22. 20:17Conclusion: Double Stack .45 ACP Appeal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Alchemy Custom Weaponry Fat Man?

The Alchemy Custom Weaponry Fat Man is a limited edition, double-stack .45 ACP 1911 pistol. It features a retro design inspired by WWII era 1911s, a hard blast DLC finish, and aggressive grips, offering increased capacity over traditional single-stack 1911s.

What is the capacity of the Fat Man pistol?

The Fat Man pistol comes with flush-fit magazines that hold 11+1 rounds of .45 ACP. An extended magazine option is also available, increasing the capacity to 13+1 rounds, providing significant firepower for a 1911 platform.

How does the Fat Man perform in shooting drills?

During the 'Humbler' drill, the .45 ACP Fat Man completed the course in 8.01 seconds. This demonstrates surprisingly manageable recoil and effective performance, making it a viable option for dynamic shooting scenarios despite its caliber.

What are the new .45 ACP offerings from Alchemy Custom Weaponry?

Alchemy Custom Weaponry is now offering their Quanico High Cap lineup in .45 ACP. This includes standard configurations, a carry edition (commander-length), and a full-rail version, expanding their double-stack .45 ACP 1911 options.

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