M1917 Revolver: America's Forgotten Handgun
The M1917 revolver, a .45 ACP double-action/single-action handgun, served as a crucial stopgap for the US military during WWI due to M1911 production shortages. While Colt and Smith & Wesson produced versions, the S&W model offered unique headspace capabilities for rimless cartridges. Historical shooting techniques emphasized one-handed firing, but modern two-handed grips significantly improve handling and recoil control, mitigating muzzle flip.









