Category 1911

Staccato's newest pistol, the CS, promises amazing performance in a small package. But does this compact carry gun deserve a spot in your CCW setup? (Read)

We take a look at the Alchemy Arms Spectre -- a unique pistol that blended Glock and 1911 design components. Why did it fail? Come find out. (Read)

There are so many 1911s out there...how do you choose? We cover the best 1911 pistols and features PLUS our personal picks for each price range. (Read)

We're taking a look at the film "Wanted" and the gorgeous Safari Arms Matchmaster 1911. Get ready to curve some bullets, folks. (Read)

When you think 1911, you think 230+ grains of .45 caliber Americana. But what if you want that classic 1911 styling and shootability, but in a softer-shooting (and cheaper) flavor? These 9mm 1911s are for you. (Read)

Polymer may be all the rage, but metal framed semi-auto handguns are timeless. Which are our faves? Take a look at our list of the best. (Read)

Want a .45 pistol...but not the 1911? We've got you covered with our top picks of modern handguns that minimize recoil and maximize capacity of the .45 ACP. (Read)

Are Rock Island Armory's 1911s cheap but still good? Find out now as we go over fit, feel, accuracy, reliability, and more in this review. (Read)

Want the best .45 ACP ammo for home defense? We look at FBI tests for penetration and expansion. Plus our favorite picks for range and plinking ammo to save you money. (Read)

Looking at getting a Kimber Warrior 1911? We have a review years in the making where we cover accuracy, reliability, ergonomics, pricing, and more. (Read)

As American as apple pie, the 1911 is a classic and outstanding firearm. Find out the best affordable 1911 that fits your budget. (Read)

Should you drop the slide on your 1911 if you're rocking an empty chamber? We tackle this controversial topic and tell you what we think. (Read)

We go back in time to see how one of John Moses Browning's most iconic pistols -- the Colt M1911 chambered in .45 ACP -- came to be. (Read)

Are the Staccato XC 2021 and XL 2021 worth the high price tag? We think so. Come read up on what we loved about these 2011s. (Read)