500 dollar 1911 vs 3,000 dollar 1911
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5 жыл бұрынComparing an inexpensive 1911 with a very expensive 1911.
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@anthonylombardo4829 3 жыл бұрын
I wish I was born in America you guys are so lucky! I'm stuck in California
@steamerstanley5948 3 жыл бұрын
You can always move.
@Skim_beeble7125 3 жыл бұрын
Ha
@dannyward6927 3 жыл бұрын
The entire left coast is the same as is most of the eastern seaboard. Ironically, the two states with the toughest gun laws, Massachusetts and Illinois love the revenue from Smith & Wesson and Springfield Armory. There are 35 reciprocity states with Ohio for gun laws...
@JBGARINGAN 3 жыл бұрын
@@dannyward6927 based. Left coast. I agree 100%
@OMGitsTerasu 3 жыл бұрын
@@steamerstanley5948 its not as easy as changing your underwear bro
@kanyewestlover9118 4 жыл бұрын
This video makes me feel like I’m spending quality time with my grandpa
@haydenalbright2126 4 жыл бұрын
same man
@thefermion_ 3 жыл бұрын
Both of my grandads passed away this year and being here reminds me of my time with them
@noahdirkse4468 3 жыл бұрын
Just a wholesome older gentleman having fun with guns
@ashes2ashes863 3 жыл бұрын
@@thefermion_ much respect Macro. Its always good that when your learning new things, your thinking of your grandparents. That speaks highly of them as people.
@ALIEN1-3Blackout91 3 жыл бұрын
Honestly, he looks and sounds like my grandpa, whos a vietnam vet
@brandonsells493 Жыл бұрын
Not just guns, this man talks about life. I can listen to him for hours. Just a great human.
@miket2419 10 ай бұрын
Right! Wish he was a family member.
@user-lf9dq7nl1i 3 ай бұрын
He is my favorite gun reviewer on KZfaq, by far!
@streetpunk99 3 ай бұрын
I've been commenting for weeks to try and get the right people to contact one another to get him on joe rogans podcast. Oliver Anthony was on JRE and he's been on this channel as well. I know the ability to reach out the the proper people is there to make this happen. I just don't know as a viewer of both the podcast and this channel from the very beginning of both, to make the 2 parties come together and create something magical
@thewaste 7 ай бұрын
My first 1911 was a Rock Island. I carry it every day and I've customized it to hell and back. Ran several hundred rounds through it, and the only time I ever had an issue out of it was when I first bought it. Guy sold it to me with a 7 round Colt magazine in it, wouldn't feed right. Went out and bought an 8 round mag and it ran like a dream, still does to this day
@christophervanoster 4 ай бұрын
I actually just bought my very first gun and it was a rock island 1911. This was 2 weeks ago. I shot about 100 rounds through it with 8 round mags and it worked like a charm. Cool to see others like me
@inigomontoya8565 3 ай бұрын
Did it matter what brand the 8rd mags are? I also enjoy the reliability of my RIA 1911 but want to get some more mags…wasn’t sure what brand would be best or if I should just order them through Armscor?🙏🤟🏽🤙Thank you!
@christophervanoster 3 ай бұрын
@@inigomontoya8565 I used Mag-gar on a recommendation from a friend. They work just fine for me
@thewaste 3 ай бұрын
@@inigomontoya8565 I honestly don't know what the brand is, I bought them from some old dude at the flea market. Had a bunch loose in a case with some snap caps and let me play mix and match til I found a couple that fit and ran well. I don't think the brands matter much, so long as they're not beat to piss
@stacky512a 3 ай бұрын
Several hundred?
@barrybambmessagedeletedbyy7467 4 жыл бұрын
Grocery Store Clerk: Aww, this old man is buying soda for his grandkids again.
@I_Died_2_Weeks_Ago 4 жыл бұрын
🤣
@HoundDoggy 4 жыл бұрын
Soda to shoot at!
@samuelw4492 4 жыл бұрын
Bruh 😂
@grandmastagrimm8773 4 жыл бұрын
Lmao!
@Mako_Marshmallow 4 жыл бұрын
Lol “old man”.
@sportdriver 5 жыл бұрын
If you have $3000 to spend, buy a quality $500 - 600 pistol. Then spend the rest of your money on ammo and training. You'll be a better shot than what any custom pistol can make you...
@jakeg1148 5 жыл бұрын
I think most people that buy a $3,000 1911 aren't worried about buying ammo. Probably not even worth their time to negotiate the price.
@richardscheidel7403 5 жыл бұрын
Much smarter idea . A cheaper gun and good training . Will win over a expensive gun and stupidity 😂. All my guns are working man's guns . And alot of range time on all of them.
@JimTrivial 5 жыл бұрын
theres also this concept called saving your money lol. Not everyone spends all their money every paycheck, especially those who like shooting enough to allocate more of their recreational funds towards shooting.
@ceejay8775 5 жыл бұрын
For all the reasons stated about I declare Glock 30sf and 21 as the best pistols for the working man .
@FishFind3000 5 жыл бұрын
Mark I’d say go for 1k-1.5k and your gonna be plenty happy with that mid range higher end pistol and then ammo.
@MikolDaw-km7ns 7 ай бұрын
I’m Vietnamease born In America. This channel has been my Saturday nights lately! Gun talk Life talk Thank you SIR!
@Joemondaking 4 ай бұрын
You are American then, a natural born citizen, born on US soil.
@MikolDaw-km7ns 4 ай бұрын
@@Joemondaking that’s the laws of the land. I’m viet blood first American second you get it ? I am American yes by law but by nature viet.
@Joemondaking 4 ай бұрын
@@MikolDaw-km7ns just say you’re American is my point dude
@MikolDaw-km7ns 3 ай бұрын
@@Joemondaking I’m not confused you are lol I know I’m American born. You forget the location is the influence but the blood is the origin. Don’t let the laws man created shape your norm completely !
@SuperMoss15 3 ай бұрын
@@MikolDaw-km7ns I understand you completely. People act like ancestry doesn't exist.
@Deighty181 Жыл бұрын
Hickok45 is a great example of a great human being!
@marklivingston8155 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy Hickok45 videos. Entertaining and instructive. He has taught me alot. Thank you Sir!
@JoeRed 4 жыл бұрын
I love how he doesn't immediately start trashing the "cheap" pistol, and even has positive things to say about it.
@Heliotail 4 жыл бұрын
The Rock Island is a good gun, just not made with the attention to detail that a Wilson Combat or Les Baer 1911 would be. For a practical gun that will fire when you need it to, a Rock Island Armory, or others such as the Springfield Armory or Ruger 1911's will serve very well.
@HoundDoggy 4 жыл бұрын
I bought a Kahr Arms/Thompson Auto Ordnance .45 GI model almost 20 years ago for $600. It has out performed my bro in law’s Kimber in both precision shooting and reliability.
@thelizardking3807 4 жыл бұрын
There’s not really any bad things to say about the rock Island
@lakotamccracken3786 4 жыл бұрын
The Lizard King unfortunately there are a lot of people that will flat out trash a RIA. All because it is cheap or isn’t a Dan Wesson or something else like that. Like the trigger pull could be like 1 pound more and it’s “this trigger is terrible. It takes so much effort to use”
@thelizardking3807 4 жыл бұрын
Lakota Mccracken I couldn’t be happier with my RIA
@chompytv8591 4 жыл бұрын
Me: *opens video* Hickock: So anyway, I started blastin.
@NitsuJTrigger 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah about
@kinglycan1179 4 жыл бұрын
You can’t kill the bunny, he’s got my soul!
@AmericanHistoryXX1 4 жыл бұрын
Im crying right now, thank you for this comment
@felixgutierrez993 4 жыл бұрын
Lmao YES
@melaniel.4269 4 жыл бұрын
I wonder how many more morons will post this and think they are clever and creative
@josephkulnis9290 Жыл бұрын
I love you show no bias in your reviews. I spent years in the military with Colt 1911s. Once retired, I found 1K+ 1911s cost prohibitive. After watching your video, I gave the RIA 1911 FS GI model a try. Outside of changing the grips to checkered rosewood, I love the weapon. Once broken in, it willingly eats anything I run through it. Thanks for what you do!
@truthboy2164 6 ай бұрын
bang
@realwelder3529 5 ай бұрын
I hadn't heard of RIA, but I shit when I saw how affordable they are. I got my daughter a TM22 rifle and it's nice. Maybe I'll give the 1911 A1 a try.
@GARZ_3O5 3 ай бұрын
Does yours feed hollow points?
@josephkulnis9290 3 ай бұрын
@@realwelder3529since my original reply, I’ve added the commander and double stack to my collection. The commander is now my winter EDC. I use an Sig 320 compact for my summer EDC, both chambered in 45 acp. EDIT: I forgot to add, Each of the RIA’s and the Sig love hollow points after being broken in (100+ FMJ first).
@Ser_Arthur_Dayne 2 ай бұрын
@@realwelder3529 I have a RIA two-tone "Rock Series" 1911 and it's been absolutely amazing for a $500+ firearm... When I got it, I ordered it online (cheaper) and had it transferred to a small, local gunshop (that has since gone out of business) - it was owned by a relatively young Army veteran who was trying his hand at becoming a gunshop owner and half-assed gunsmith ... I remember picking it up and him telling me, "I'm not going to lie to you, when I saw the order, I thought 'oh look, another fuckin idiot buying a cheap imported gun, how quaint... AND THEN I took it out of the box and saw it and messed around with it and couldn't believe it ... the slide-to-frame fit was like something out of a magazine! Never seen such build quality, I was blown away!" - I guess the deal is , the Philippines gun industry has very, very skilled builders and craftsmen working in the gunshops ... and I read that if the average Amercian-build gun has 1, at most 2 hours worth of "human hands" attention, the Filipinos spend 10-20 hours hand-fitting parts, adjusting and blending and tuning the guns in ways that you'd have to spend $1000s on semi-custom to custom 1911s in the USA. Just saying, I love mine.
@michaelfeinberg3449 Жыл бұрын
I bought a Rock Island 1911 (Tactical, IIRC) a number of years back. The only thing I did was polish the feed ramp which really helped feeding hollow points, and swap out the wood with a wrap-around grip which I personally really like.
@MichaelPoage666 3 жыл бұрын
"$500 is not cheap." Thanks, that's exactly what I was thinking.
@Truecrimecommunity 3 жыл бұрын
$500 is really cheap for a 1911 specifically. Most entry level ones of any kind of reputable brand is $700.
@SuperBikerboy101 3 жыл бұрын
500 is cheap for something you rely on. Do you rely on a $500 vehicle?
@MichaelPoage666 3 жыл бұрын
@@SuperBikerboy101 Why are you telling me? Tell Hickock, he's the one who said it. The last gun I bought was $800, but that doesn't make $500 cheap. You know, just like the man in the video said. Cars? Wtf.
@justsmallstuff4994 3 жыл бұрын
@@SuperBikerboy101 no I rely on $180 vehicle to get me from A to B
@rodgerfoughtsr3592 3 жыл бұрын
$500 is a basic price for a somewhat cheaper hand gun. Sometimes you get lucky and end up with a real jewel.
@ItsSamus 3 жыл бұрын
Imagine being shot by guy and hearing that chuckle from a distance
@inyourfaceicity5604 3 жыл бұрын
ya you just not gonna hear it
@FrancisHD 3 жыл бұрын
@@inyourfaceicity5604 Depending on where he hits.
@IamDoogy 3 жыл бұрын
You'd never hear a thing.
@KickingAssDaily 3 жыл бұрын
Many a hogs shed their life blood on his blade.
@ImpossibleMusic69 3 жыл бұрын
This reminds me of the Seth rogan videos that the algorithm videos force down my throat
@sofukindumb Жыл бұрын
wonderfully informative for a new gun owner. i'm just getting into the world of guns and this helped me understand the landscape of a new hobby just a little bit more. lovely video, thank you.
@LILPAPASMURF97 19 күн бұрын
I have that same RIA 1911, and it runs like a dream. The ONLY thing I really upgraded is the magazine. I chucked the factory mag and use Wilson Combat mags. Even attached a Wilson Combat mag well, and got some G-10 grips purely for aesthetic reasons. No problem with ball ammo, but when I EDC I use Federal HST Hollow Points, and haven’t had a single malfunction. Had it for over a year and couldn’t be happier. Don’t skimp on RIA. 💪🏽
@yutubefactchecker8042 2 жыл бұрын
This guy is a national treasure. Such a good soul and a joy to watch.
@gibsonstation1292 2 жыл бұрын
I agree, Friend.
@HankMcGurk 2 жыл бұрын
It is one hell of a great opening.
@aeon_waltz4591 2 жыл бұрын
Now imagine he was the spokesman for a feminist movement, still think his a national treasure?
@-SirWhitemeat- 2 жыл бұрын
@@aeon_waltz4591 noo
@MarkSmith-nw3ey 2 жыл бұрын
Very True!
@ericday3538 3 жыл бұрын
Hickock is more accurate with pistols than most people are with rifles.
@MichaelGrubbEvolvedMinistry 3 жыл бұрын
In some cases, yes.
@Calsov 3 жыл бұрын
The man can shoot!
@wilfordwarfstache767 3 жыл бұрын
Unoriginal comment. Sorry, but at least you are watching.
@gnarshread 3 жыл бұрын
Correct!
@james_medlin 3 жыл бұрын
@N8 Rice ok
@Doom_Cloud77 Жыл бұрын
I can definitely say that the cheaper ones are surprising as far as the 1911 goes. I have a Tisas 1911A1 from Turkey, and it's one of the most dependable guns I've ever taken to the range. I bought it brand new in the box for around $380 a few years ago, and while the price has gone up a bit since then, I think it's still less than $500. The weight and recoil is nearly identical to more expensive ones, as well as the contours and the way it rests and points. It's not the brand, or the price tag, it's the design of the 1911 itself. The 1911 is such a perfectly designed gun that it's hard for manufacturers to mess it up. My tisas has been my EDC since the first time I took it to the range, and I honestly can't ever see myself shelling out $2000 or more for something that isn't much different overall.
@jasonwatts5398 Жыл бұрын
That's what I got! I have not even shot it yet. It was used at $400 and maybe shot a few times.
@xstugee Жыл бұрын
I ordered a part for my Tisas A1 from Wilson Combat and the fellow who was helping said "that is one fine firearm" for the money. That sealed these Turkish guns for me forever. Just look at the quality of the military hardware they put out of which Tisas is one manufacturer.
@jasonbrown5014 Жыл бұрын
I can't support turkey. Super iffy country even though they are a part of NATO. Not even sure why we are allies with them. I don't have a problem with the Phillipines though. People will be like, so what. Well look at China. We made China what it is today and look at how they repay us.
@Doom_Cloud77 Жыл бұрын
@@jasonbrown5014 good for you?
@AustinfromNashville Жыл бұрын
The Turks make some pretty reliable firearms
@nca877 10 ай бұрын
Just found this channel and WOW, glad that I did. In my early 40s and just now learning about guns and building a collection/arsenal and this is my new favorite place to be. Great video!
@edwardpennacchini7841 4 жыл бұрын
My old grandpappy gets confused between guns and music. When I asked him to bring out his old 45's, instead of his vinyl record collection, he brought out 2x 1911 from WW2.
@dennislaliberte1481 4 жыл бұрын
Is the 1911 model the most active pistol
@stephen9381 4 жыл бұрын
Denis Laliberte - by far the most produced pistol, it’s like the Kalashnikov of pistols
@cliffordgill9052 4 жыл бұрын
🤣
@adarkwind4712 4 жыл бұрын
.......welp..... I Ain’t complainin
@Shutchohole 4 жыл бұрын
I've got a Remington Rand 1911 A1. In my opinion a better looking gun than either one of these. Granted I'm sure these are more ergonomic, but I like the old school parts.
@holynder3181 3 жыл бұрын
Always important to keep in mind that a $3,000 gun isn't gonna make you any better at shooting. This guy's just really good at it.
@2KCamaroZ28SS 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly. The experience may be a little nicer though. I can shoot my basic Glock 17 just as good as my Sig P226. The P226 is just smoother and more enjoyable to shoot for long periods of time.
@jimmysp4des229 3 жыл бұрын
@@2KCamaroZ28SS mostly true, but anyone can shoot a cz tso more accurately than a glock 19, so more expensive guns can definitely help you shoot better. Great sights and a light trigger, usually found on more expensive guns help a great deal.
@dannyward6927 3 жыл бұрын
Anyone who has handled pistols and rifles can adapt to the weapon in front of them. But, there is that special pistol that fits and feels just right. My pistol of choice, I would love to get my hands on one of the 1911's that I handled in the Navy, but those are not really available at a reasonable price. I will take a Smith & Wesson 1911 Special Ops any day over the rest.
@reloadNshoot 3 жыл бұрын
It may and it may not. My Ed Browns are guaranteed to shoot 1.5” groups at 50 yards from the table they were built on. I don’t know what a inexpensive 1911 is capable of.
@stealthbrawler 3 жыл бұрын
@@dannyward6927 personally, with my limited experience with firearms. (Only shot 12 times in my life, 5 different(Colt 1911, Glock 19, Baretta 9mm, Sig Sauer P320 and a 1873 revolver of which I forget the name) pistols, 3 different ARS (Ak, Ar15, and FN FAL, all made into singlefire of course) and 4 shotguns of which I only remember the Benelli M2) and I can say for my current preferences, I prefer the Sig, The FN FAL and the Benelli. They fit in my hands PERFECTLY, I love these firearms just from the feel, but also because I feel more comfortable with them, I become a bit more accurate in my experience between other guns. Do these guns have drawbacks? Naturally every firearms does, so I'll admit these are the guns I love so far..hopefully when I can afford my own I'll be able to experiment more.
@andrewwolfe8742 11 ай бұрын
As always loved your video. You made an excellent point with regard to "class envy". I've fired friends high end 1911's and borrowed a RIA from a buddy while we were hunting in Montana for a side arm. I'm my experience (and I emphasize that) I had more memorable malfunction in the high end and no issues I could recall on the RIA. With that said I think that maybe I was a little more critical on the high end ones about their malfunctions because they did cost more. I feel I may have had lower expectations on the RIA. With that said, I got the RIA for my collection, love it, works great. All I can say for certainty, in a collection it is the appreciation of the tool and all of its quirks, regardless the cost. Thanks again for another great video!
@BadazzShovelhead Жыл бұрын
You Sir are my favorite channel. I spent a lot of time getting trained as a US Marine in a high op tempo unit and deploying etc. I don't need someone giving me the hard core commando stuff. I simply want calm, thoughtful opinion and some good entertainment. Thank you.
@Mojo32 Жыл бұрын
I wholeheartedly agree with your assessment, that is why I also enjoy Hickock so much; extremely informative and helpful, and back. I've gotten real tired of all the gun channels where the person feels they need to act "cool" (of course in their opinion) all of the time, ugh.
@ThatGuyNameless 3 жыл бұрын
Is this the coolest old person on KZfaq? Yes yes he is
@TR4zest 3 жыл бұрын
Lou from 'Tips from a shipwright' is just as cool, just in a different way.
@archangel6666 3 жыл бұрын
Nobody like his comment out of respect for Hickok 45 :,)
@pipefield4581 3 жыл бұрын
Robert Ellis too lol
@raythomas5090 3 жыл бұрын
Scotty Kilmer (auto mechanic) is the coolest
@DaLMcQ95 3 жыл бұрын
@@r.k.1355 him and Lynja are pretty cool
@joebryan2135 2 жыл бұрын
no matter how many times i watch this man shoot a pistol, it is crazy how good of a shot he is at distance
@stephenshippos4604 2 жыл бұрын
Truly great
@rivett40 2 жыл бұрын
I have the same thought
@anthonycosta1776 2 жыл бұрын
He is at that no doubt.
@bucknasty8813 2 жыл бұрын
He did a vid about aiming. Haven’t hit the seat pissing since.
@unclebizz9522 2 жыл бұрын
for real
@ICUNVAG Жыл бұрын
Great video I appreciate the way you instruct and educate. Peace and blessings to you and your family
@robertsmith7076 3 ай бұрын
Out of all the gun channels YOU are by far the absolute best! Very informative and fun. I have learned more from you than the rest combined! You are definitely the Jedi of gun knowledge!
@pretzelstick320 4 жыл бұрын
Every gun in Hickok's hands looks like a compact.
@evolvedcopper2205 4 жыл бұрын
The 92FS sized up well on him
@TheBasshunter1245 4 жыл бұрын
no wonder when he's 6'8"... that man is huge
@Casper_14 4 жыл бұрын
@Guero7000th He's really 6'8"
@uz_remi 4 жыл бұрын
hes actually 6’8
@BigDirtDawg 3 жыл бұрын
Looks like a combat
@Capheron 3 жыл бұрын
This guy's grandson is propably the proudest man in existence
@metal665lica 3 жыл бұрын
Random kid: I bet my grandpa can kick your grandpa's ass! Hickok's grandson: 😏 *shows this video*
@AinsOalGown21 3 жыл бұрын
@@metal665lica so true🤣
@zaycarnage2780 3 жыл бұрын
His grandson would never get bullied
@jplifts3008 3 жыл бұрын
Hickok’s grandson: shows kid first 15 seconds of this video. Other kid: 💩
@Ac22768 2 жыл бұрын
I don’t think so. But if you’re referring to *existence* (which is a word that we learn to spell in 2nd grade), then you might be right.
@Justonn Жыл бұрын
I truly enjoy these videos seriously. Smooth delivery, great info and straight to the damn point. Remind me of my dad seriously
@dwightcurrie8316 Жыл бұрын
Aaaaannnndddd he can shoot the headlights out of a Hummingbird at 30 paces
@CliffDiseker Жыл бұрын
Hes does a real good job in these videos.
@AustinAOkay Жыл бұрын
I got the RIA 1911-A1 because it was my first foray into 1911 and I love it. Budget friendly and effective. Good job Rock Island Armory! Fun fact RIA got the designs for the OG colt model and gave it to their manufacturers in Philippines to make it and if you know the history of the 45 acp ammo, you’ll know why that’s ironic or poetic Justice etc.
@PsyphaX09 9 ай бұрын
Yeah, made to kill the Moros of southern Philippines.
@johnrichardson2285 4 жыл бұрын
Does anyone else appreciate how good of a shot my man is?
@sagaciousblankity8821 4 жыл бұрын
I think this every video of his.
@olskool3967 4 жыл бұрын
he ain't good as me,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
@olskool3967 4 жыл бұрын
@Laurence Pinney are you kidding? they are extremely accurate!
@johnrichardson2285 4 жыл бұрын
OLSKOOL especially when Hickok45 is behind the trigger,,, 45 is his middle name
@KC-bg1th 4 жыл бұрын
With him being like 6’8”, I bet his right index finger is heavier than the draw on any DAO on the market. 😂
@giovannifavero8833 4 жыл бұрын
I honestly thought the silver one was cheaper since it said “special forces” on the side, kind of like what you’d expect a toy gun to say on the side.
@hyrumcannon3789 4 жыл бұрын
Lmao
@TheRealTatakan 4 жыл бұрын
the black one just looks so much nicer
@booty_hunter4207 4 жыл бұрын
Thought the black was more expensive because of the way they're organized in the thumbnail
@StinkyPerfume69 4 жыл бұрын
same
@the8u9 4 жыл бұрын
LOL same here!
@HAGENBETAMERAK 9 ай бұрын
First time on this channel. Is incredible the degree of good vibes this great gentleman is capable to put on a video. And he even has a soothing voice! Simply amazing! Instant like AND subscription
@drewber565 4 ай бұрын
I always did my research, and I loved the Kimber line of 1911s. They are on the mid to higher end. So, I bought a Kimber Stainless 1911; a very basic 1911, from Gunbroker. It was great. I needed some $, to save for a more suped-up Kimber. So, I sold my Stainless. I went to the gun store and saw that there was a Kimber, with desert colors and camo grips, and all sorts of cool things. THere was also a Rock Island 1911, for a 1/3 of the price. The salesman said, "you just have to ask yourself if you can shoot that Kimber $800 better than the Rock Island." So, I got the Rock Island. It's fantastic and runs great.
@bradstephens4268 5 жыл бұрын
Damn I'm jealous of you yanks . I like in Australia . Never give up your 2nd ammendment rights guys
@caseysellers1418 5 жыл бұрын
Come on over!
@donskiver 5 жыл бұрын
Yeah! Come on over!
@bradstephens4268 5 жыл бұрын
Been over but with a group and only for a couple of weeks, didn't have time to do any shooting really
@sinnaman9735 5 жыл бұрын
Come on over! The wars not over! So put your weapon next to mine! Then well shootem down the line!
@caseysellers1418 5 жыл бұрын
@@bradstephens4268 If you're ever near Cincinnati, send me a message.
@h0773ck3r 4 жыл бұрын
Guns are a lot like watches. You don’t pay 10k for a Rolex cuz it tells time better you pay for craftsmanship
@asmith7094 4 жыл бұрын
h0773ck3r you don’t pay because it shoots better, you pay 3k because you want to flex at the range
@5000rgb 4 жыл бұрын
Hey, a great painting is $2 worth of pigment on $1 of canvas. And a lifetime developing the skill and inspiration. To hold such a fine example of human achievement in your hand is wonderful.
@bossman7302 4 жыл бұрын
A Smith exactly 😂😂
@T1Oracle 4 жыл бұрын
@@5000rgb Or some idiot sneezed in his paint can and sold it to a bunch of rich suckers for $1 million.
@enda0man 4 жыл бұрын
LMAO if anyone thought a Rolex could tell time better than a $5 Dora the Explorer quarts digital watch they'd need a reality check.
@ReginaldDj1 Жыл бұрын
I just bought a Taurus 1911 and only had it about 2weeks I took it to the Gun Range and ran 200 westchester's 230gr through it with no hiccups ran perfectly Plus this is my 1st 1911 I love it.
@jverbois Жыл бұрын
I own 2 Taurus 1911's in 38 super. Excellent firearms, and it's a shame they discontinued that caliber.
@someoneelse1i1i Жыл бұрын
Yeah, Taurus gets a “bad rap” sometimes - and they have had some “down times” over the years in their quality control. However, by and large, they’re pretty good guns for the money. I’ve got a TCP that I carry when I go somewhere I can’t carry something bigger than I can put in my back pocket. It’s probably the cheapest gun Taurus makes and it’s never failed to fire at the range. (And I own lots of guns ranging in price from $150 to $1500)
@kevinunderdue53 2 ай бұрын
I was a tanker in the US army, and we carry the Colt 1911 or the Springfield 1911 and I loved it. I remember being trained to assemble, disassemble, and do a functions check blindfolded.
@dominicdrago5843 3 жыл бұрын
This guy gives off an air of experience and knowledge that a lot of people lack when discussing firearms. Love this content.
@glassmakerx 3 жыл бұрын
Probably because he is very obviously experienced and knowledgeable. ;)
@3SIXTYPROD 3 жыл бұрын
You can tell he truly loves it
@TheSnappleman75 3 жыл бұрын
He's also super honest and humble about what he doesn't know - and doesn't try to be the sole authority.
@marcusizayah 2 жыл бұрын
He’s actually a teacher by profession, too! so he’s pretty good at explaining things in a way that’s engaging and easy to understand.
@jdkhaos4983 2 жыл бұрын
Probably because the man's a true gunslinger, one of the best in the world tbh
@wyatthumphreys4046 4 жыл бұрын
From the thumbnail I thought the black one was more expensive
@cortex8239 4 жыл бұрын
@@Carl_McMelvin ? ? ?
@sameershah6377 4 жыл бұрын
@@cortex8239 its a joke bro
@BthereorBsquared 4 жыл бұрын
@@Carl_McMelvin H u h ? ?
@1boz932 4 жыл бұрын
It's a beautiful sidearm I think. Like it's so iconic
@bluekoi455 4 жыл бұрын
Same here
@MyFunnyVids888 Жыл бұрын
RIA here same one in the vid. Was a present from my dad and mentor. Same gun my mentor carried and it will remain the same one i carry
@blaws6684 4 ай бұрын
I bought my RIA last year for far less than $500. Couldn’t be happier and it hasn’t misfed or misfired even once. I added a couple chip McCormick mags too and they cycle smooth as glass.
@John-wo8um 3 жыл бұрын
I love the fact that, after all these years, you still giggle after firing off a few rounds. I'm new to this whole thing and loving your videos.
@TwinLions777 3 жыл бұрын
Right? Found this channel a few days ago. Would love to hang out with this dude and go to the range.
@gretasstolendreams2154 3 жыл бұрын
Thats the best part. That little giggle of wonder he still has after what must be millions upon millions of rounds fired. The man just loves shooting shit and he loves it.
@Fluffy246 5 жыл бұрын
0:00 how I get rid of spiders in my house
@userdeleted2304 4 жыл бұрын
'Merica
@shonuff1365 4 жыл бұрын
Lol I honestly use a daisy red Ryder
@PhenomenalKnight_ 4 жыл бұрын
User Deleted FUUUUCKYEA
@JustMe-ku6rk 4 жыл бұрын
You and I both, brother. I saw a Wolf spider once. I'd hit him with some 6 shot out of my Taurus Judge if he were in my house. I know how to patch a hole.
@bluegoat0853 4 жыл бұрын
User Deleted *shoots* THIS IS AMERICA
@trumpetmano 7 ай бұрын
I've got 3 different Rock Island 1911's and they shoot just as well as my Taurus PT, Springfield and my Colt. They're well made guns and highly reliable.
@timblumer4518 Жыл бұрын
I love my Rock Island 1911. It's reliable and fits like a glove. Greased it day one and it's just smooth, never had an issue with it! Also love the videos keep doing what you do!!
@raskal5988 4 жыл бұрын
Looked away from 1911s for my first carry handgun because of low mag count. But i got the brightest idea from that intro, ill just carry two.
@Bucknasty84k10 4 жыл бұрын
There's a lot of carry guns chambered in .45 acp that are better than any 1911.
@zephyr3332 4 жыл бұрын
@@Bucknasty84k10 Examples? I'll most likely go with a 1911 anyway because it's just such a pretty gun. I will gladly look at any suggestions you give me.
@Bucknasty84k10 4 жыл бұрын
@@zephyr3332 kahr p45, sig p250, Ruger sr45, Glock 30/ 36, S&W M&P 45c. Most major handgun manufacturers have offerings in .45 acp in modern platforms.
@zephyr3332 4 жыл бұрын
@@Bucknasty84k10 I've got some research to do...
@mr.angryman3599 4 жыл бұрын
@@zephyr3332 just Tom cruise it with a usp .45
@baconlover7747 5 жыл бұрын
500$ isn't cheap for anything eh?.... *Slaps roof of car* Boy do I have a deal for you...
@ogquinn408 5 жыл бұрын
X'D
@joeybonzo7135 5 жыл бұрын
Can u do 3
@baconlover7747 5 жыл бұрын
@@joeybonzo7135 would that be in bitcoin or shekels?
@tylerthegrimm 5 жыл бұрын
LOL
@75souls43 5 жыл бұрын
i was thinking the same thing
@wallacej117 Жыл бұрын
This video helped me decide to buy my ria 1911. I’m a year and half and 1700 round through it and I’ve hade 0 malfunctions. It feeds every type of ammo I’ve given it and it’s accurate and fun to shoot. Thanks for the video
@1947ramrod Жыл бұрын
Thank You for another great video which demonstrates that you don't have to break the bank to own a great 1911. I recently purchased a Tisas Duty B45 and am well pleased. It has nice sights, beaver tailed grip safety, skeletonized trigger and hammer and extended ambidextrous safety. The trigger has an average pull weight of 4.5lbs. The drive out price of this pistol, including taxes was $560. It is very accurate, and I can hit my targets with it. What's not to like about it. Also, it is worth mentioning that the frame, barrel and slide are all forged steel. A great pistol from SDS imports.
@EmperorAndr3w 4 жыл бұрын
Hickok45 is like everyone's gun-dad.
@jerrytaylor4078 4 жыл бұрын
So true. C’mon, son, lets go shoot. OK, Dad.
@slanlesnee9538 4 жыл бұрын
I feel like I would go over for Thanksgiving dinner and shoot the sh*t and guns afterwards.
@bigkenny1585 4 жыл бұрын
@@slanlesnee9538 I check with him before I buy any firearm.
@Awfulfeature 4 жыл бұрын
The uncle grandpa we *actually* wanted
@mauiisle 4 жыл бұрын
@@jerrytaylor4078 I moved from Maui to a rural town in S central Utah a couple of years ago. That stuff (C"mon , son...) actually happens. A lot. One of the reasons for moving here.
@YakMotley 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! I have 0 complaints with my Metro Arms 1911. It goes boom, hits what I shoot at and never malfunctions. Im satisfied.
@hilowtrucks 3 жыл бұрын
I have one of the cheapest 1911 I know of a regent. I love it. Its accurate seams to have a nice trigger. Sights leave some to be desired though.
@ShadowDragonXXI 3 жыл бұрын
I feel the same about my R1 carry. Great shooting, tritium front sight, way more accurate than I am, and only cost me shy of $600. The bluing is already coming off, but hey that's what happens when it spends more time on the belt than in the safe. Bottom line you get a lot of gun for that lower asking price.
@timculpepper4939 3 жыл бұрын
truth
@rustyshackleford17 3 жыл бұрын
"and never malfunctions." Then you clearly haven't shot it a lot or ran it hard.
@fancy396 3 жыл бұрын
Yep my SDS 1911A1 shoots very well!
@ericpattersonk8eep953 Жыл бұрын
I definitely appreciate your channel and what you do. I actually prefer the lower priced 1911s compared to the higher ones One Rock island armory and one Tisas
@trumpetmano 7 ай бұрын
I love the speed of your videos - you can see that round coming in before impact.
@steve86734 3 жыл бұрын
As a nation, we must protect this man at all costs.
@anarchist_dan 3 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure he's alright, have you watched his videos?
@ClarkRichB 3 жыл бұрын
I definitely second that!!!
@richardm3023 3 жыл бұрын
I pity the person or people that step on to his property with malicious intent.
@leftyrncii980 3 жыл бұрын
We need Hickok45 to protect Betty White. LOL
@rafaelrodriguesdasilva7305 3 жыл бұрын
As a world* lol
@thebackyardairgunner8776 5 жыл бұрын
Never get tired of Hickok45 1911 Vids!
@Twerkulies 9 ай бұрын
I personally can't justify spending that much on a 1911. I'm happy with a $300 1911. It shoots and looks good, that's all I care about.
@kevineng8421 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. I've had an RIA Citadel model for 10 years. Has serrations on slide, skeleton trigger/hammer and i think different barrel(?). Only mod is a Hogue grip. I prefer larger grip feel. Shoots flawless. I've shot the Kimber, Wilson and others, very nice but glad I saved myself a couple grand. If I had to use it as a duty gun, I might (big might) consider the Kimber or another gun. But my RIA has served me well. Smooth shooter.
@chadmdalton 4 жыл бұрын
I have been shooting for almost 30 years, am my department firearms instructor, owned a gun shop, etc. and I swear Hickok45 has forgotten more about guns than I will ever know! A living legend!
@vodkaone1053 4 жыл бұрын
If he smoked less pot, he'd remember even more.
@shanghunter7697 4 жыл бұрын
@@vodkaone1053 No way does this guy blaze fine buds, i'd take him for a whiskey drinker if anything.
@josh1158 4 жыл бұрын
@@shanghunter7697 he smokes flower pots with his guns..
@josh1158 4 жыл бұрын
@6432 23 Dtwse Obviously Shang hunter didn't 😮
@wakandawildman2043 4 жыл бұрын
@@shanghunter7697 you must be new here
@1theheightofparadise 4 жыл бұрын
in my opinion the 500 dollar 1911 looks alot nicer than the 3,000 dollar 1911 i love the black with wooden grips
@lieutenantsot9194 4 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@H_Lenoble 4 жыл бұрын
I think thesilver looks better theres way too many guns that are black and brown silver is quite unique
@rolandomota9836 4 жыл бұрын
Way better looking 👍
@heshiram1188 3 жыл бұрын
@@H_Lenoble Most 1911's portrayed in movies and games are silver so, a black 1911 is actually more unique lel. But yeah, most handguns are black colored
@TheRealCalijokes01 3 жыл бұрын
Me tooooo!!! I fell in live could got a tiger 45 more bullets but damn that wood grain looks sneaky with black
@crabbycpa4525 Жыл бұрын
I have the Rock standard 1911.. over 1000 rounds and no misfires. Initially had a sticky mag ejection, but was rectified by Armscor as warranty. The only issues ever encountered was a few FTE using aluminum casing. Bot in 2014 $500. the Wilson Combat mag works well also, in addition to the provided mag by Armscor. The ProMag brand didn’t do well, and had issue of gun slide not staying open after last cartridge was shot. I’m happy with this piece.
@jesselopez5174 Жыл бұрын
Hickok !!! Always coming in clutch with the reviews!! Love your videos!
@Condor1970 3 жыл бұрын
"I don't go around buying $3,000 1911's, but I just sort of ended up with a couple". LOL!!!!!
@kylehuff9244 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@davidadamsbigred1 2 жыл бұрын
It happens. I keep accidentally acquiring 9's. Idk it happens
@hydroplaneconvoy8130 2 жыл бұрын
Idk this wilson combat sfx9 just ended up on layaway the other night!! Whoops
@ronniegreene1274 2 жыл бұрын
Got to throw that in just in case She is watching..lol
@TacticalTerry 2 жыл бұрын
@@davidadamsbigred1 They breed in the dark of the safe. I'm convinced 😂
@johnproctor6438 4 жыл бұрын
“Thing shoots well!” Has there ever been a firearm that DOESN’T shoot well when Hickok’s running it......
@patriciamingo6037 4 жыл бұрын
probably has half a million rounds through 1911s alone... just incredible skill and fun to watch and learn
@Mrbridge11 4 жыл бұрын
Hi point 9mm pistol.
@johnproctor6438 4 жыл бұрын
Patricia Mingo the man is a genius with deployment of lead objects thrown in the direction of targets. It’s almost ridiculous how good he is.
@johnproctor6438 4 жыл бұрын
Mrbridge11 I said a firearm, not a paperweight.
@billystink4611 4 жыл бұрын
John Proctor it’s a paperweight that I wouldn’t want to get shot by.
@mikeemerson4284 6 ай бұрын
I've got a couple of friends with those Rock islands are very nice and they shoot really good
@roberthicks2364 10 ай бұрын
I just got a RIA FS GI for under $400. I'm really impressed with it. This is a great video. A $3k gun is usually going to be better than a low end gun, but that doesn't mean the low end gun is bad.
@snowmanfl 2 жыл бұрын
In my opinion, the most honest gun reviewer on KZfaq.
@jkeelsnc 2 жыл бұрын
I like Paul Harrell as well.
@DZ14783 Жыл бұрын
@old man strength No thank you lol
@georgewhitworth9742 Жыл бұрын
@old man strength No, lol
@Dumboi 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve been watching him for around 8-9 years and I’m just realizing how good of a shooter he is. His accuracy is insane
@steelonius 2 жыл бұрын
I have not seen a great deal of his videos, but I knew he shot accurately until I saw this video. Now I know he shoots accurately and very fast.
@nicholascastor1746 2 жыл бұрын
He hasnt missed a shot since the Vietnam War
@johnphillips2396 2 жыл бұрын
He will take your gun and out shoot you.
@jmcguire708 2 жыл бұрын
and the guy is low key about it. He isn't talking about how great his accuracy is. those are two of the biggest things for knowing whos opinion on a fire arm you should be taking seriously.
@dilldowschwagginz2674 2 жыл бұрын
How did you watch him for that long and just now realize how good of a shot he is? What were you watching? Lol
@user-kf5jb7fy3q Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the informative and interesting video. I purchased a ColtM1911A recently, and I appreciated the accurate education.
@skycontrolproductions Жыл бұрын
No edits just straight facts on ol school priceless knowledge...Thank you
@matthewgravius9952 3 жыл бұрын
0:00 when I’m downed in black ops zombies on round 21
@theanti-hero3983 3 жыл бұрын
Ah yes, spamming R2. The classic way to kill them faster.
@fizzy360wolf 3 жыл бұрын
@@theanti-hero3983 you mean R1?
@josuetankson6633 3 жыл бұрын
@@fizzy360wolf dude it’s r2
@fizzy360wolf 3 жыл бұрын
@@josuetankson6633 what game have y'all been playing
@calebduff5533 3 жыл бұрын
@@josuetankson6633 not on ps3 and 360
@guppys5605 4 жыл бұрын
This is the most American guy
@pipetman4645 4 жыл бұрын
Nation’s pride 🦅🇺🇸🔥
@fishotic4237 4 жыл бұрын
Raw Grandpa energy
@sincerelysarcastic1494 4 жыл бұрын
Correction it’s Ron Swanson
@stummstefan9735 4 жыл бұрын
*Matt from demo ranch*: am i a joke to you?
@zbou23 4 жыл бұрын
complete with "There are gunless children in africa"
@4wdTALK Жыл бұрын
Such a likable and very knowledgeable chap! That would be fun to visit and have a go at that range of yours!
@randyjones2721 Жыл бұрын
I have two Rocks, a 45 and a 22TCM/9mm. Both double stacks. Never had a failure with either. Often carry the 9mm as my edc. Love it.
@bradleylapalomento8679 3 жыл бұрын
So, the video's verdict: just buy the $500 one and adjust the front sight.
@jdub1450 3 жыл бұрын
And cerakote the barrel.... polish the insides. Keep it clean.
@alberto3814 3 жыл бұрын
@Caden Malcolm That was dumb. It is supposed to be kind of heavy. Just buy a Glock if you want it light.
@pewpew9193 3 жыл бұрын
@@alberto3814 I'd take a Glock over a 1911 any day.
@alberto3814 3 жыл бұрын
@@pewpew9193 Professional shooters usually prefer the 1911
@pewpew9193 3 жыл бұрын
@@alberto3814 I don't think I seen a single 1911 at the last 3-gun competition I went to. I don't think I'd make such a broad statement as "profesional shooters prefer 1911s" when in reality they aren't all that common outside of bullseye shooting.
@waximmortal9329 2 жыл бұрын
Not going to lie, I was lusting over a Wilson Combat 1911 and feeling poorly about my Rock Island, but this video really made me appreciate what I've got. Thanks kindly, great video
@shadowopsairman1583 Жыл бұрын
I have a Taurus PT1911 and it's been flawless (USA Model)
@controlavirus9839 Жыл бұрын
@@shadowopsairman1583 i also have the Taurus. I honestly thought for a few mins the stainless one he was testing was the one I got.
@411DL Жыл бұрын
It was this video that tipped me toward buying one of these a few years ago for $439 at Bi-Mart (well, him and Paul Harrel). First handgun I ever shot. Some time later got a Colt Government model (.38S). World apart in feel and finish. But I never stopped appreciating my Rock because it introduced me to 1911s. If all I ever saw were $900-and-up from brands I would have trusted I would have wondered what all the fuss was about and may have overlooked the 1911 as an option. Now I keep an eye out for the right Colt in .45 but even when I get it, I'll never get rid of that Rock.
@EdgieAlias Жыл бұрын
You could always get custom work done on it. I love it when people get their guns customized. Way more personality.
@claytonoakley8677 Жыл бұрын
A rock island can be upgraded its a 70 series
@sparky_-mf2cs 9 ай бұрын
I use to be a 1911 snob but with all these great reviews on the RIA. I finally got one
@danieldotter6077 Жыл бұрын
I have a Kimber Custom II that has been great, but I just took the plunge on a Dan Wesson Valor, which is generally seen as the entry point to the "really good stuff". Can't wait to pick it up.
@nedflanders5302 5 жыл бұрын
Hickok45... your laugh is 1/4 of the reasons I subscribe. Your laugh is the laugh of a good soul, buddy. Your appreciation for the craft is genuine!
@Aspartamay420 3 жыл бұрын
one hurts less to toss into the east river!
@shagg420gaming6 3 жыл бұрын
Imma murder come get me that right you cant get me !
@TexasDog3 3 жыл бұрын
@ASMR James Very good idea!
@dethtour 3 жыл бұрын
Don't you mean to tragically lose in a boating accident in the lake
@timculpepper4939 3 жыл бұрын
why ??????
@dethtour 3 жыл бұрын
@@timculpepper4939 price. Literally both work the same and they are both the same gun. One just had better quality materials that are nicer. But other than that they are the same.
@garyowen9454 5 ай бұрын
Ten minutes of useful information condensed into a half hour!
@MLHMODZ 5 ай бұрын
Lol
@erichansen2571 10 ай бұрын
Ok, how is no one talking about how beautiful that bench is?!?!
@moth_man9638 3 жыл бұрын
Do I know guns? No. Can I own these guns? No. Am I still gonna watch? Uh..yeah?
@lexiuzumaki4772 3 жыл бұрын
Best comment lol
@AiryAary 3 жыл бұрын
My country doesn't even let us get empty shell casings
@trevorwilliams6246 3 жыл бұрын
@@AiryAary commie
@3nthamornin 3 жыл бұрын
@@trevorwilliams6246 The person you replied to is from Singapore (not a communist country).
@AiryAary 3 жыл бұрын
@@trevorwilliams6246 not a commie
@couchchroniclers7099 4 жыл бұрын
"I'm not a machinist" No, you're the machine.
@ryana.7510 4 жыл бұрын
There is only one machine... Bert Kreischer a.k.a. Burnt Chrysler
@tonygriffen2879 29 күн бұрын
Really enjoyed the down to earth talk, felt like I was hanging out! GREAT info
@chadgarner9371 Жыл бұрын
I have a RIA 1911 45ACP and it has been one of the most reliable weapons in my collection. Love it
@collver- 5 жыл бұрын
As a Rock Island owner, can confirm they work.
@SONOFADBAG 5 жыл бұрын
Definitely good guns but my magazine wouldn't drop out smoothly with the included mag. Gotta nickle plated kimber mag and the problem went away.
@josephruiz7233 5 жыл бұрын
Their Double Stack 1911's rock. Wife and I each bought 1, 3 weeks ago.
@techfixr2012 5 жыл бұрын
I have the double stack 10mm and the gi .45. Both have been great.
@gordonhoyt552 5 жыл бұрын
@@techfixr2012 That's good to know. Thank you.
@Garrick1983 5 жыл бұрын
Can you upgrade with any 1911 parts? Thanks man I've only built glocks and ARs but I want to buy an inexpensive 1911 and add parts if possible.
@MattScoots3940 Жыл бұрын
As a blacksmith, thank you for shedding light on just how long the polishing process can take. The difference is inversely exponential, so as you get to those higher grits and such, it's really hard to tell the difference. This sometimes meaning going from grinding to filing to dry sanding, then wetsanding to polishing numerous times with different compounds, wheels, and techniques. I'm only an amateur blacksmith, and my work sometimes sees 10+ finishing techniques, so I can't even imagine how many a master gunsmith might use.
@literal_f22 Жыл бұрын
The process has diminishing returns*
@3vanguardofthephoenix335 Жыл бұрын
Polishing helps not only asthetically but functionally. If you have a mirrored slide rail, it's going to have less friction, and wear out less fast, than a 36 grid rough slide that scrapes the lower receiver rails. Same with a knife. Less friction makes easier cuts, and extends the duration of your blades sharpness. I'd assume for high carbon steel it also makes more rust resistant. Having less tiny divots and pores in the steel would mean less areas for rust to form and pockets to retain moisture. That's just my perspective, I'm no scientist 😂 Good luck brother enjoy your rare and badass craft!
@lindboknifeandtool Жыл бұрын
EDM stones are like permanent sandpaper, check ‘em out if you haven’t seen them before. They’ve replaced my polishing steps almost completely.
@lindboknifeandtool Жыл бұрын
@@3vanguardofthephoenix335 higher polish sctuslly reduces a knives edge retention. It doesn’t make sense but that’s what the data snd actual use say. Also, friction would be reduced by having a super rough surface finish. A mirror polished blade will bind up in cheese for example, than a knife with a rough texture. It’s what makes the natural forged finish on knives actually functionally desirable. Almost everything about knives is like the opposite of what you’d assume.
@jeremygarrell2417 Жыл бұрын
"inversely exponential" is simply "logarithmic"
@madmod Жыл бұрын
I dont bash any inexpensive weapon without firing it first. I have a cheapo hipoint carbine with a 100$ optic on it. Shes a brute
@user-ARK1547 Жыл бұрын
You make any bad day better ! Thanks for the videos ,education, and full entertainment 👍
@bradklingensmith 3 жыл бұрын
I just can't imagine someone making the mistake of breaking into his house.
@wansino69 3 жыл бұрын
get turned into Swiss cheese faster than you can say "Oh SHI-"
@darxis8822 3 жыл бұрын
“Ayo this old dude has a military base in here”
@InjectorGadget 3 жыл бұрын
@@darxis8822 🤣😂😅
@cougar2k720 3 жыл бұрын
People doesn't break into his house. Fans would probably drool over meeting Hickok45 and his compound, lol.
@randymarsh6253 3 жыл бұрын
@@cougar2k720 I live about 30 minutes away from him. I see him and his son at gun shows from time to time
@bacca_boi_2176 5 жыл бұрын
I actually like the cheaper 1911 look better, stainless is sorta meh to me
@clark5363 5 жыл бұрын
Agreed. ThE stainless looks soulless.
@gabbyhayes1568 4 жыл бұрын
I have this Rock Island and it's a good pistol. Well made and reliable. I put a set of Altamont rose wood grips on it to dress it up a little. I heard somewhere that they are made on actual Colt tooling acquired from Colt, but I couldn't swear by it.
@skepticmoderate5790 4 жыл бұрын
@Anton Zuykov It's a reference to a song.
@Killssouls 4 жыл бұрын
Personally I feel like straight stainless in a pistol looks cheap. They just have no class. Now a two tone 1911 is a thing of beauty. This is solely based off looks.
@sanchopancho1918 4 жыл бұрын
Killssouls i had a 2 tone rock island it was pretty cool it was gold and black
@keithfilkins2043 Жыл бұрын
Thanks,I always enjoy your videos and the 1911 is one of my favorites!
@eddieholt7634 Жыл бұрын
I enjoy watching your videoed, you give fair and honest reviews. I purchased one of my firearms based off one of your reviews and got a good firearm.
@kjmenchio 5 жыл бұрын
I own a $500 RIA 1911 and a $1,000 Springfield 1911. The guns are identical in feel, trigger, reliability, and accuracy. Both are fun to shoot and I can't tell any difference between the two, even shooting them back to back. So if the Springfield is 2x as expensive but 0% better than the Rock Island, I can't imagine a $3,000 1911 is drastically better either. Thank you Hickock45 for all the amazing videos and your gun insights!
@mikeng.4121 5 жыл бұрын
Love my RIA 1911.
@sinformant 5 жыл бұрын
Love mine too. Went to a gun show just to look around came aross this one table and was looking at it. The guy came up and started talking to me about and I said I'd love to have one but I can't swing it. He said ill give you a good price. I said what's your good price? He said $400 I was like damn why'd you have to say that? Couldn't pass it up.
@heresatissue 5 жыл бұрын
What model is your Springfield? Because I own an RIA and a Springfield lightweight champion op. and the weight alone makes the price difference worth it. (~400 vs 900) I've never taken the RIA anywhere but the range simply because i's just not comfortable to carry, too heavy. It's also a little smaller than the Springfield. The Springfield trigger is also much lighter, crisper and easier to follow up shots with. I've never shot a high end 1911 (2k+) so I can't really compare the Springfield to anything nicer.
@1014p 5 жыл бұрын
kjmenchio well until you step into the Dan Wesson’s and such. I could feel and tell a dramatic difference between another cheaper model.
@spook5756 5 жыл бұрын
@@1014p do a blind test and you'll second guess yourself the rest of your life.
@marauderhot 2 жыл бұрын
The $3000 gun likes to sleep in the safe, while the $1000 gun likes to get outside and play.
@GODh8sfag5 Жыл бұрын
I would carry the $3000 if I'm paying to protect my life.
@SmeagstheGremlin Жыл бұрын
@@GODh8sfag5 Eh the 500 gets it done but I see ur point
@buckhorncortez Жыл бұрын
Mine don't. They go to the range regularly. I bought them to shoot and I do. Your safe queen trope is fiction from people who don't actually own a gun that expensive and want to make themselves feel better.
@marauderhot Жыл бұрын
@@buckhorncortez Sure, Whatever.
@jordanhicks5131 Жыл бұрын
@@buckhorncortez really? My 5000 dollar gun pretty much never gets shot
@yoyojoe9240 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this Video. I've carry 1911 45acp since 1979. It is and it has been my self defense tool. It has proven itself in multiple incidents thru out Life experiences. Once you get used to the weight in your waist, it's like it's Not there. Once you train often with it, becomes very effective in a 5yrd to 50yrd encounter.
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