Remington Arms announced the release of its new 1911 R1 Ultralight Commander its new 1911 R1 Ultralight Commander in the weeks leading up to SHOT Show 2018. The new 1911 from Remington boasts a lightweight 7.5 ounce frame, bringing an overall reduction of just under 10-ounces in total weight from standard 1911 pistols. In addition, the Ultralight Commander will boast several … [Read more...]
New Browning Black Label 1911-380 Compacts
Browning Black Label 1911-380 Compacts Browning has expanded their Black Label 1911-380 line this year. The Black Label 1911-380 launched in 2015, and we were there on the range to test these mini-1911's. During our limited exposure we found the Black Label 1911-380 was a very nice pistol that performed flawlessly on the range. The familiar 1911 controls were easily … [Read more...]
New Springfield Armory 1911 EMP Champion .40 S&W
Springfield Armory introduced their new 1911 EMP Champion chambered in .40 S&W earlier this year. This new 1911 option provides a 1911 option to one of the most popular law enforcement cartridges. The new Springfield Armory EMP .40 S&W is made from high quality materials, with several upgraded features coming standard. The Model 1911 has seen a very pleasant surge of … [Read more...]
Ruger’s New 9mm SR1911 Commander
Ruger has just announced the release of their new SR1911 9mm Commander pistol. Following in the tradition of Ruger's fine assortment of .45 ACP Model 1911 pistols, this is Ruger's first 1911 chambered in the increasingly popular 9mm. As the market continues to experience a resurgence in popularity for the Model 1911 continues to grow, so too have the demands for 9mm versions of … [Read more...]
Wilson Combat “Compact Carry” 9mm
Wilson Combat has just announced the release of their "Compact Carry" CQB 9mm pistol. Based upon the time-honored 1911 design, the Compact Carry was specifically designed to meet the exacting height and weight requirements for the Compact Carry Pistol (CCP) division of IDPA. The Wilson Combat Compact Carry meets that goal, and more. This is a serious pistol for serious … [Read more...]
Rock Island Arms Baby Rock .380 1911
Rock Island Arms (RIA) has been making a lot of noise and headway in the coveted 1911 arena, and for good show. The RIA 1911's have proven to be reliable and well-built firearms, at an entry-level price. This year at SHOT Show RIA introduced the Baby Rock, a 1911 in .380 ACP. … [Read more...]
Browning 1911-380, “The Right 380”
Browning Firearms is one of the most recognized names in all of firearm history. The reason for this storied past goes no further than the master designer himself, John Moses Browning. One of the most recognized and iconic Browning designs is the Colt Model 1911. This year at SHOT Show, Browning Firearms has introduced a compact 1911 pistol in a caliber that was also … [Read more...]