He's Wanted For Crimes Against The 1911

Published on June 14, 2024
Duration: 14:33

This review examines a heavily modified 1918 Colt 1911, dubbed an 'abomination' for its tactical upgrades. Despite modernizations like a Trijicon RMR and Surefire light, the firearm experienced significant malfunctions during shooting drills, likely due to its ported barrel and added optic weight. The discussion highlights the trade-offs between modernizing classic firearms and preserving their original integrity, referencing historical figures like Major Dick Winters.

Quick Summary

A heavily modified 1918 Colt 1911, featuring a Trijicon RMR and ported barrel, experienced reliability issues like stovepipes during shooting drills. These malfunctions are likely linked to the added weight and cycling disruption from the modifications.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: The 'Abomination' 1911 Build
  2. 01:20Shooting Drills & Malfunctions
  3. 02:51Historical Context: 1918 Colt & 1911A1
  4. 05:44Major Dick Winters' 1911 Mentioned
  5. 08:00Technical Mods: RMR, Ported Barrel, Light
  6. 10:31Reliability vs. Modernization Debate

Frequently Asked Questions

What modifications were made to the 1918 Colt 1911 in the video?

The 1918 Colt 1911 featured a slide cut for a Trijicon RMR red dot sight, an Ed Brown custom .45 ACP barrel that was ported and threaded, and a drilled/tapped rail for a Surefire X300 weapon light.

What kind of malfunctions did the modified 1911 experience?

During shooting drills, the modified 1911 experienced several malfunctions, including stovepipes (failure to eject) and the weapon-mounted light falling off due to recoil or improper mounting.

Why might the modified 1911 be unreliable?

The speakers suggest that the firearm's malfunctions are likely due to the added weight and cycling disruption caused by the ported barrel and the Trijicon RMR red dot sight.

What historical context is provided for the 1911 pistol?

The video discusses the 1918 era of the Colt 1911, differentiates it from the later 1911A1 model, and mentions historical figures like Major Dick Winters who carried the iconic pistol.

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