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Hands On: Ruger SR1911 Lightweight Commander 45ACP

  With all the new offerings for defensive pistols on the market, one thing remains crystal clear: The 1911 is far from dead. Armchair firearms experts continue to boast the superiority of their choice thus deifying all others. OPtions are good and the 1911 has been a viable option for numerous decades. The reason why is obvious for… Continue reading Hands On: Ruger SR1911 Lightweight Commander 45ACP

Panhandle Rancher: Living with the Model 1911 Caliber .45ACP Pistol [Part 2]

Part 1 can be seen HERE.   Range safety Extend your right hand ahead and out at shoulder level. Move the hand to the right noticing the effort required. With the hand again pointing forward, move the hand to the left, again noticing the effort required. For the same reason that it is easier (but… Continue reading Panhandle Rancher: Living with the Model 1911 Caliber .45ACP Pistol [Part 2]

Panhandle Rancher: Living with the Model 1911 Caliber .45ACP Pistol [Part 1]

  Living with the Model 1911 Caliber .45ACP Pistol By Panhandle Rancher   Warning: the following article is intended to provide an overview on the safe handling of the M1911 series caliber .45acp semi-automatic pistol. This article is not a substitute for professional hands on instruction, which the shooter must have before proceeding to load… Continue reading Panhandle Rancher: Living with the Model 1911 Caliber .45ACP Pistol [Part 1]