Today we will talk about one of the most legendary pistols in world history. It's no joke, the Colt 1911 45 caliber pistol served in the arsenal of the United States Army for almost three quarters of a century! Moreover, the model is in demand and is produced in our time, and is even used by the special services of some countries. In the entire history of this weapon, any serious improvements were made to its scheme only once - in 1926, when the updated Colt 1911 A1 model appeared. Since that time, changes have affected only manufacturing technology, but not the design of the pistol. What was the reason for such popularity and durability of weapons?

History of creation

At the beginning of the twentieth century american army still using revolvers. The Philippine military campaign of 1899-1901 clearly demonstrated their archaism: they were low-powered, had a poor rate of fire and accuracy.

However, the US military was in no hurry to rearm - primarily because of the well-established production and higher reliability of revolvers compared to automatic pistols.

In this video you will be told about the features of the Colt M1911 pistol.

However, the need for troops in more powerful weapons caliber.45 was obvious. In 1911, J. M. Browning created and patented a pistol, dubbed the Colt-Browning M1911. A few months later, the US Army was equipped with it. At first, it was produced exclusively at the Colt plant, but as the needs of the troops increased, the list of manufacturers expanded.

The effectiveness of the new weapon was already confirmed during the First World War: a 45-caliber bullet was able to immediately disable the enemy due to a more powerful impact force. At the same time, weapons of a smaller caliber, even if wounding the enemy, often did not cause significant damage to him and left a chance for a return shot.

In 1926, several changes were made to the design.- at first glance, insignificant. However, as it turned out, extremely important.

• The “tail” of the fuse on the handle has become longer;
• reduced trigger pull;
• the emphasis of the mainspring was changed;
• reduced trigger travel;
• slanted recesses were added in the frame behind the trigger;
• the trigger needle and holding hand were better apart, which increased the accuracy of the weapon;
• the back of the handle has become arched.

The updated version was called Сolt M1911 A1 Government Edition. In this form, it lasted until the end of the Second World War. After 1945, several modifications were released: Commander, Officer's, Double Eagle and several others.

However, fundamental differences from the original version, these modifications did not have. In the mid-80s, the Solt 1911 A1 was replaced by the Beretta 92. Nevertheless, already in the 90s, the gun turned into a real cult. Its modifications are in demand even now - mainly among civilians.

Moreover, manufacturers produce both the classic version - the 1911 gunshot colt, and the 1911 pneumatic colt. In this article, we will dwell in more detail on one of these options, namely the Gletcher Colt CLT 1911.

The legislation of our country does not allow citizens to freely own firearms. Therefore, the purchase of a pneumatic analogue is, in fact, the only real opportunity to feel the full power of the Colt M1911.

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Operational and technical characteristics

Brief specifications are as follows:

The first thing I want to say about the Colt 1911 is how comfortable it is in the hand. The ergonomics of the pistol is very good, especially considering the fact that the model is over a century old.

It should be noted that all the details of the Colt are massive. This is an absolute plus of the model, since even with shaking fingers it will be hard to miss.

Another feature of the M1911 is the “sliding” rather than “rocking” trigger. If you are used to the standard hook, it will take some time to relearn.

In general, the gun is amazingly effective, especially in melee. Actually, it was developed for this purpose: due to the large caliber and mass of the bullet, its penetrating ability is not so great, but the impact force when hit is huge; with any, even if not the most accurate, hit on the enemy, the latter is often knocked down, drops the weapon, or receives such damage that it cannot resist.

The only negative in the ergonomics of the model can appear in a small or female palm- due to its size, it will not be so easy to hold it in such a palm.

Disassembly and cleaning

The magazine is removed first. We make sure that the chamber is empty. Next, remove the shutter plug and remove the shutter.

Then we first remove the return spring, and after it the barrel and damper spring (it is only in pneumatic version pistol). Next, consider how to disassemble the Colt 1911 pneumatic completely.

Complete disassembly requires a flat and Phillips screwdriver, as well as a set of hex keys. Further actions are best carried out according to the instructions for the gun. We remove the percussion mechanism from the shutter and disassemble it.

We take out the barrel from the false barrel (because the caliber of the air pistol is smaller than the combat one, but the model completely imitates the original, the designers made just such a decision - a 4.5 mm barrel is inserted inside the false barrel).

Lubrication should be done only with special gun oils.

When the lubricant has already been applied to all parts of the gun, it is recommended to leave them for several hours without wiping. This is done so that the dirt “sags” a little in the oil and the surfaces are cleaned more thoroughly. Cleaning is done by wiping all lubricated surfaces with a cloth.

After cleaning, small amounts of gun oil are reapplied. on all contact surfaces and moving parts.

Assembly is carried out in the reverse order. See the rules for carrying pneumatic weapons.

Preparation for use

The first president of IPSC, Colonel D. Cooper, recommended that the Colt M1911 be worn on safety, with the hammer cocked and a cartridge in the chamber. That. the insufficient speed of using weapons with a single-action trigger is compensated.

However, this advice applies only to the firearm model. Pneumatic Colt should not be worn with a punctured cylinder for more than an hour categorically. Because of high pressure in a cylinder, sealing gaskets can quickly become unusable.

When removing the pistol from the holster, try to grab the handle as tightly as possible with your palm. If this is not done, then the gun may not be removed from the grip safety and not fire at the right time. Also note that the massive protruding parts of the gun can get caught on clothing or holster.

When piercing the balloon, do it carefully and do not overdo it. After inserting the balloon, simply tighten the clamping screw slightly. When a hiss appears, do not apply much force, but only slightly tighten the screw.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantages of the model are its reliability, low cost and ease of use. It was these two qualities that ensured such durability for the Colt M1911.

The gun is not demanding in terms of maintenance, fits well in the hand, and at the same time has excellent accuracy and power. Best of all, the capabilities of the model are revealed in close combat, although when shooting at 30-40 meters, you should not discount the Colt.

The popularity of the pistol is also explained huge amount modifications and tuned versions: only about ten different factory options were produced.

For lovers firearms who, for one reason or another, do not have the opportunity to purchase a combat version of the Colt M1911A1, created a large number of pneumatic analogues (including IZH 53M

Among the shortcomings can be noted big weight and dimensions, which may affect the ease of use of weapons by people with a small palm.

In addition, single-action USM has long been outdated and cannot compete With modern models. However, due to its simplicity, cheapness, and also due to the fact that there is nothing to break, the pistol will be in demand for a very long time.

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Conclusion

In this article, we got acquainted not just with weapons. We learned nothing less than one of the real symbols of America - such as Marlboro cigarettes or a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Colt M1911A1 without exaggeration is a piece of the history of this country.

And, most surprisingly, despite progress and the emergence of more modern weapons, the colt is in no hurry to give up its positions. He firmly occupied the niche of one of the most sought-after pistols. for self-defense among civilians.

And if you try to describe in one word such a popular and sought-after weapon, which is already more than a century old, then the word “cult” is best suited! About which air pistol is better to take, see. We also bring to your attention articles about the modernized Makarov pistol (), about and about.

Tactical and technical characteristics Caliber, mm 11,43 Cartridge .45 ACP Weapon length, mm 218 Weapon width, mm 30 Weapon height, mm 140 Barrel length, mm 127 Weight without cartridges, g. 1106 Magazine capacity, cartridges 7

The US Army at the beginning of the 20th century still used revolvers, which were significantly inferior to self-loading pistols in terms of rate of fire and high-speed shooting accuracy. This situation was due to the conservatism of the American military, who relied on the reliability of the revolvers, to a large extent higher than that of self-loading pistols.
In addition, at that time, the pistols most suitable for the armed forces had a caliber of no more than 9 mm, and the US Army had already managed to gain combat experience in the Philippine Islands, where low-powered 9 mm revolvers turned out to be extremely ineffective in fleeting close battles with insurgents armed and very good with melee weapons.

A temporary solution was the Colt Model 1909 revolver, which used the .45 Long Colt cartridge with high stopping power and was equipped with a double-action trigger mechanism. But the US Army wanted a modern self-loading pistol that was as reliable as a revolver, quick-firing, accurate, and using effective 45-caliber cartridges.

Colt and Savage participated in the competition for a new self-loading pistol for the US Army. Testing began on November 10, 1910. Both pistols fired .45 ACP cartridges. These were the most advanced designs of the time. The tests began with a detailed study of the pistols. At the same time, especially great attention focused on safety in the handling of weapons. Pistols were disassembled and assembled for a while. By time incomplete disassembly Colt won, but by the time of a complete disassembly, Savage won. Colt consisted of 64 individual parts, Savage - from 45.
In terms of shooting accuracy, Savage lost to Colt. When tested for penetrating action, the Colt pierced more pine boards, while Savage is oak. In tests for high-speed shooting accuracy, the Colt was more accurate and faster than Savage. Both pistols were to fire 6,000 shots. Colt turned out to be much more reliable - 11 delays against 33.

On March 15, 1911, testing was resumed after both companies had finalized their weapons. These re-tests also revealed the significant superiority of the Browning design pistol in terms of reliability and durability. According to the conclusion of the commission, the Colt surpassed Savage in reliability, strength, ease of disassembly and accuracy of fire. In this connection, the weapons of the Colt company were recommended for further testing in the army.
On March 29, 1911, the Colt M1911 self-loading pistol, also known as the Government Model, was adopted by the US Army after lengthy and numerous tests. Since 1913, the Colt M1911 began to be supplied to Navy and in marines USA.

The automation of the Colt M1911 pistol works according to the scheme of using recoil with a short barrel stroke. The coupling of the barrel with the shutter-casing is carried out with the help of two lugs of the breech breech and the corresponding grooves of the shutter-casing. Disengagement is carried out by lowering the barrel, using an earring hinged to the barrel and frame, during the rollback. Lever axis shutter lag is also the lower axis of the earring. In front of the shutter-casing there is a removable barrel sleeve that holds the muzzle of the barrel. The return spring is located under the barrel.
The trigger mechanism of the Colt M1911 pistol is a hammer type, single action, with a safety cocking. The trigger moves in the pistol frame longitudinally and progressively. It is connected to the sear by two symmetrical rods located on the sides of the magazine shaft in the pistol grip.

Like all self-loading pistols, the design of the Colt M1911 trigger pistol has an uncoupler that prevents a shot from being fired when the shutter is not fully closed. On the left side of the frame are the safety lever, slide delay lever and magazine latch.

At the back of the Colt M1911 pistol grip there is an automatic grip safety lever that blocks the trigger and turns off only when the grip is covered. The straight rear surface of the lower part of the handle is formed by the mainspring canister. The safety lever blocks the cocked trigger and the shutter-casing. The ejector of the closed type is located inside the shutter-casing. The box-shaped single row magazine holds 7 rounds.
Initially, the Colt M1911 pistol was burnished, later other types of coatings began to be used. The cheeks of the handle, the angle of which is 108 °, were made of walnut. They were covered with a cross diamond-shaped notch, and at the points of fastening with screws they had flat surfaces in the form of a diamond, called "diamonds".
Initially, the production of Colt M1911 pistols was carried out at the Colt factories, but Remington-UMC, Springfield Armory and North American Arms Co. soon joined it.

Weight and size Colt layout The M1911 is completely identical to the real pistol of this model, the difference lies only in the refinement of some details, excluding its use as a firearm.

MMG Colt 1911 makes it possible:

• to study in detail the design of the pistol;
• remove and insert the store;
• simulate a shot (shutter movement) and observe the interaction of parts;
• feel the weight and estimate the dimensions of the weapon.

In our store you can buy a mock-up Colt M1911 45 caliber pistol in very good collectible condition. This model has a perfectly preserved appearance and the mechanics work great.

We offer a Colt 1911 model to buy to replenish the collection of weapons or to use as training sample, exhibition item, props, interior decoration.

Buy a Colt pistol model as a worthy addition to any weapon collection

Colt M1911 was designed by D.M. Browning back in 1910, in 1911 it was adopted by the US Armed Forces (intended for officers) and was used until 1985. But even now this model remains popular. In the US, the Colt M1911 is authorized for use as a personal weapon and is highly regarded by target shooting enthusiasts for its high accuracy.

And although this weapon is considered not without drawbacks, which include its large weight and size, rather strong recoil, small magazine capacity (7 rounds) and single-action trigger mechanism, many shooters still choose the Colt M1911.

If you collect weapons, it will not be out of place to buy a Colt 1911 model in our store.

What is interesting about MMG Colt 1911? Design features

It is worth buying a Colt layout to study the design features of this pistol. For model M1911:

• the barrel is connected to the frame by means of a swinging earring located under its breech and the transverse rod of the frame;
• the locking of the barrel is carried out by the two protrusions and grooves of the shutter available on it, located in front of the window for extracting the cartridge cases;
• the return spring is under the barrel, the combat spring is in the handle;
• USM with an open single-action trigger;
• there are two fuses - automatic (located behind the handle and turns off when clasping it with your hand) and non-automatic (located on the frame, blocks the shutter and trigger);
• the magazine lock is located on the handle on the left, at the base of the safety bracket.

MMG colt 1911 allows you to study in detail these and other features of the weapon.

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Cooled pistol Colt 1911 (Colt 1911, Kurs-S)

Cooled down the legendary American pistol Colt 1911. The model was designed by John Browning in 1908 and is still perhaps the most recognizable pistol in the world.

The 1911 SO cooled pistol is made from a 9x19 mm NP29 combat sporting pistol. Its body is made of metal, the outer parts of which are coated with oxidation, which perfectly protects the material from corrosion. Model length is 218mm, width 33.5 mm and height 137 mm. The mass of the pistol without cartridges is 1.15 kg .

The ammunition used to simulate a shot from a pistol is cartridge 10x24 mm. Pistol magazine holds up to 8 rounds. The extraction of cartridge cases during firing occurs in the same way as in the combat counterpart.

All pistol controls are preserved and perform their direct function. So, the model is equipped with a classic fuse system for a 1911 pistol, which is represented by a safety lever, as well as a special key on the back of the handle, which makes working with a chilled model safe.

To avoid the possibility of firing a pistol with live ammunition, the design of the model has been changed:

• in the bore, three pins were installed, as well as a bushing, which made it impossible to fire solid objects;
• the pistol chamber was bored out for a 10x24 cartridge;
• model lugs removed;
• pistol earring replaced with a milling groove;
• the limiting end of the model is equipped with a rectangular groove;
• the barrel of the model is fixed with a special pin, which prevents the pistol from being equipped with a different barrel;
• the pistol bolt is also pinned, which makes it impossible to separate the barrel from the bolt.

So, the 1911 SO pistol will be truly interesting to all lovers of firearms, it will take pride of place in any, even the richest collection.

Characteristics of the cooled Colt 1911 pistol (Colt 1911, Kurs-S)

brand	Kurs-S
Manufacturer country	Russia
Type	Chilled Pistol
Combat analogue	Colt 1911
Dimensions (Length)	218 mm
Caliber	10mm x 24mm
Ammunition	Blank cartridges 10x24
Charging capacity	8 rounds
Energy source	Noise cartridge 10x24
blowback	yes (automatic reloading with spent cartridge case ejection)
Base material	metal
Gate Material	metal
frame material	metal
fire mode	semi-automatic (cartridge is loaded automatically after each shot)
Contents of delivery	Pistol, passport, ramrod, shop
Certificate
Instruction
Assembly Diagram (Explosion Diagram)

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