Rock Island 3.1" Double Stack 45 Shooting Impressions

Published on September 13, 2019
Duration: 18:37

The Rock Island BBR 3.1" is a compact, high-capacity .45 ACP 1911 offering good reliability across various ammunition types, including steel case. Key ergonomic challenges include occasional grip safety disengagement with a high grip and a 'hot spot' on the palm during extended shooting. Despite these, it's a unique, all-steel option for those seeking a double-stack 1911 in a small package.

Quick Summary

The Rock Island BBR 3.1" double-stack .45 ACP is a compact 1911 with good reliability across various ammo types. Key ergonomic issues include potential grip safety disengagement with a high grip and a palm 'hot spot'. Accuracy improves with shooter adjustment, though it may shoot low at distance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Rock Island BBR 3.1" .45 ACP
  2. 00:47Initial Reliability Test: Full Mag + 1
  3. 03:17Multi-Load Reliability Test Overview
  4. 04:15Defensive Load Testing
  5. 06:51Heavy Load Testing & Grip Safety Issues
  6. 09:43FMJ and Steel Case Ammunition Test
  7. 13:10Accuracy Test from 7 Yards
  8. 15:40Final Reflections & Ergonomics

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main ergonomic issues with the Rock Island BBR 3.1"?

The primary ergonomic challenges noted are the potential for a high shooting grip to fail to fully depress the grip safety, and a 'hot spot' developing on the palm during extended shooting sessions due to the compact frame.

How reliable is the Rock Island BBR 3.1" with different types of ammunition?

The BBR 3.1" showed good reliability overall, handling various defensive loads and standard 230-grain FMJ rounds well, including steel-cased TulAmmo. Some initial feeding issues were observed with a full magazine plus one round.

What is the barrel length and caliber of the Rock Island BBR 3.1"?

The Rock Island BBR 3.1" features a 3.1-inch barrel and is chambered in .45 ACP. It is a double-stack 1911 variant.

Does the Rock Island BBR 3.1" shoot accurately?

Accuracy tests showed the pistol could be precise once the shooter adjusted for fatigue and anticipation, with groups tightening up significantly after initial adjustments. It tended to shoot low at 15-20 yards with some loads.

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