Dan Wesson Vigil Government 1911 review (rusty hammer model)

Published on January 10, 2020
Duration: 25:55

This review provides an expert-level assessment of the Dan Wesson Vigil Government 1911, highlighting its technical specifications, fit, and finish. The speaker, with high authority on the 1911 platform, details features like the Series 70 internals, match-grade barrel, and trigger performance, while critically addressing a common issue of hammer corrosion on certain finishes. Recommendations for aftermarket upgrades like Lok Grips are also provided.

Quick Summary

The Dan Wesson Vigil Government 1911 is a .45 ACP, Series 70 1911 with an aluminum frame and steel slide, featuring a match-grade, fully supported ramped barrel and a 4.8 lbs trigger pull with a crisp reset. A notable issue is potential hammer corrosion on models without 'Duty Coat' finish.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Holster Overview
  2. 01:09Model Specifications and Shooting
  3. 03:17Magazine Reliability and Upgrades
  4. 05:39Fit, Finish, and the 'Rusty Hammer' Issue
  5. 10:32Disclosure and Ethics
  6. 13:56Frame Features and Internals
  7. 17:41Barrel and Trigger Performance
  8. 21:13Final Assessment and Pricing

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key technical specifications of the Dan Wesson Vigil Government 1911?

The Dan Wesson Vigil Government 1911 features a .45 ACP caliber, single-action Series 70 trigger, a 4.8 lbs trigger pull, a 32.8 oz weight, and is constructed with an aluminum alloy frame and steel slide. It boasts a match-grade, ramped, fully supported barrel.

What is the 'rusty hammer' issue mentioned in the Dan Wesson Vigil review?

The 'rusty hammer' issue refers to corrosion or pitting observed on the hammer of certain Dan Wesson 1911 models, specifically those without the 'Duty Coat' finish. This affects models like the Vigil, Heritage, and Pointman series.

What are the recommended magazine upgrades for 1911 testing?

For reliable 1911 testing, the review recommends transitioning to brand new Wilson Combat magazines, citing them as the industry standard for 1911 magazine reliability and performance.

What is the trigger pull weight and reset like on the Dan Wesson Vigil Government 1911?

Using a Lyman digital trigger pull gauge, the trigger pull weight was measured at approximately 4.8 lbs. The speaker noted a very short and crisp reset, which is desirable for a 1911 trigger.

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