Minute of Mae: US Colt 1907/09

Published on January 11, 2024
Duration: 1:01

This video provides a technical overview of the Colt 1907/09 pistol, highlighting its design evolution from the 1905 model. Key features discussed include its weight, overall length, magazine capacity, and the addition of a loaded chamber indicator and grip safety. The presenter notes improvements in balance but finds the grip slightly thick, with recoil described as 'stout'.

Quick Summary

The Colt 1907/09 pistol weighs 2.1 lbs with an 8.25-inch overall length, chambered in .45 ACP with a 7-round magazine. Key updates from the 1905 model include a loaded chamber indicator and a grip safety, though the grip is noted as being thick. Recoil is stout, and the hammer is now a spur.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 00:07Colt 1907/09 Overview
  3. 00:16Loading and Chambering
  4. 00:25Ergonomics and Balance
  5. 00:34Sights and Trigger
  6. 00:38Recoil and Safety Features
  7. 00:44Hammer and Ejection Port
  8. 00:51Design Evolution Summary
  9. 00:56Conclusion and Subscribe

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key physical specifications of the Colt 1907/09 pistol?

The Colt 1907/09 pistol weighs 2.1 pounds and has an overall length of 8.25 inches. It is chambered in .45 ACP and typically uses a 7-round magazine.

What new safety and indicator features does the Colt 1907/09 have compared to the 1905 model?

The Colt 1907/09 introduced a loaded chamber indicator for visual confirmation of a round in the chamber. It also features a grip safety, which was not present on the earlier 1905 model.

How is the ergonomics and handling of the Colt 1907/09 described?

The pistol is noted as being well-balanced, but the grip is considered slightly thick by the presenter. Recoil is described as 'thoroughly stout', and the sights are a U-notch rear with a half-moon front.

What changes were made to the hammer and ejection port on the Colt 1907/09?

The hammer on the Colt 1907/09 evolved from a bobbed design to a spur. Additionally, the ejection port was modified to eject spent casings more vertically.

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