Modern Engineering Marvels on MSNOpinion

Why the 1911 refuses to retire: Design choices that still win shooters

Plenty of handguns come with a bang and go without a whimper, the 1911 does the reverse, and remains long enough to serve as ...
Survival World on MSN

The dirty secrets behind America’s love affair with the Colt 1911

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The National Interest

Sig Sauer Has Its Own Twist On the Century-Old Colt 1911 Design

Here’s What You Need To Know: Some owners have complained about the quality of the gun’s metal injected molding parts. As Sig Sauer, Inc. established itself as a truly American company distinct from ...
American Rifleman

Lost Treasure: Magic, Mystery and a Colt 1911

** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. ** This is not just a 1911 story. It ...
The National Interest

Colt’s M1911 Gun Design is Still Used by Millions (100 Years Later)

Though the M1911 made its combat debut during World War I, the design really came into its own during World War II. During that conflict, the design’s worth was solidified—millions of M1911s were ...