What Makes the 1911 So Popular?

[CrippledPidgeon]

How good are the current 1911s mfg by Colt ?

The phrase "they don't make 'em like they used to" comes to mind. They're about on par with Springfield, but you pay extra for the pony.

[Bruce]

That was a very educational video Big Bear, thank you for sharing. Granted that it is just one man's opinion on the subject, but it does make sense that a "mass produced" 1911 will not measure up to a hand crafted one. I am beginning to suspect that many 1911 carriers subconsciously assume that a "mass produced" 1911 is just as good as a hand crafted one because of the extraordinary history and prestige behind it. Sort of like having a reputation that precedes the individual before actually meeting that person.

- Gomphe

Funny, the United States military managed to win two world wars, a police action, multiple banana wars and whatever Viet Nam was, with "mass produced" 1911's. I guess they didn't know what they were doing. You should watch the "Part 2" video. It's an 18 minute commercial/love fest for Wilson Combat.

[67goat]

Timeless design, low recoil, multiple stopping power of the .45ACP, single stack design and plain sexy are just some of the reasons I wear one.

NastyNate

I like 1911s as much as the next person, but given the fact that handgun ammo does not have stopping power in the first place I am confused as to this "multiple stopping power of the .45ACP".

[Artema]

I like 1911s as much as the next person, but given the fact that handgun ammo does not have stopping power in the first place I am confused as to this "multiple stopping power of the .45ACP".

Arguing caliber in a handgun that can shoot a dozen or more different rounds is pointless. 45 Auto is just the round in which it was originally chambered.