Rock Island Armory M1911 Tactical II

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6 жыл бұрын

Shooting and discussing the RIA M1911 Tact II.
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@hickok45 6 жыл бұрын

Remember that we are now on Patreon. "The Gong Club" is approaching 2,000 members: www.patreon.com/hickok45

@patrickbellefleur5508 6 жыл бұрын

How's it going @hickok45 ?

@harrymarquez5931 6 жыл бұрын

hickok45 U should do ATI 1911 9mm Luger

@ericlaney384 6 жыл бұрын

Rock island is pretty good the owner came here to the US and shot glocks on a team here while he was here he started shooting 1911's and fell in love with them that's why he started making them

@susanshaw6818 6 жыл бұрын

kay ;)

@Odyvers 6 жыл бұрын

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@christophervillarin7615 6 жыл бұрын

RIA is manufactured by ARMSCOR here in the Philippines. I have been shooting the same gun for eight years now. It is such a sweet shooter. Thank you Hickock45 for featuring a Philippine made handgun in one of your videos.

@joelspringman523 Жыл бұрын

If, hypothetically, all of my guns disappeared somehow, I would be buying all RIA guns, at least a dozen of them. Function, quality, value, and beauty! Plus .22 TCM, and the fantastic pistol that is a convertible of 9mm and .22 TCM! Genius!

@britskihambone8158 Жыл бұрын

I have this exact gun. The RIA Tactical II. I love this gun! It is accurate, dependable, well appointed, (It has many of the options that would make a custom gun cost thousands) And I think it is a fantastic gun. If you shot my Rock Island Armory 1911 and my Kimber with the labels covered, you would not know the difference.

@ranelgallardo7031 10 ай бұрын

Philippines is the only Asian country that allows near unregulated civilian gun ownership

@Don.E.63 10 ай бұрын

I think the 1911 is their national gun if im not mistaken, like the U.S. is the AR-15 the ppl at Armscor do take pride in their products.

@ranelgallardo7031 10 ай бұрын

@@Don.E.63 It is.

@tiagosilva5476 6 жыл бұрын

Greetings from Brazil. Fight for Yours rights guys don't let any goverment take the Guns from yours this does not reduce the violence Brazil is an example

@txbeast101 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support brutha!

@rabbitdrink 6 жыл бұрын

i can say the same in commiefornia

@notforsaletoday1895 6 жыл бұрын

QQQQQQQQQQQQQQLOLTHATISLONG I'm in Britain.

@tiagosilva5476 6 жыл бұрын

ALL the bad guys have Guns and the good cintzen don't have one, so the cintezen can not defend themselves

@alexanderm3504 6 жыл бұрын

In Mexico theeres a gun ban and som how there slaughtering eachother also

@MOONDOGNEWYORK 4 жыл бұрын

Now matter how much crazy is going on in the world, Hickok45 videos put me in a relaxed state of mind. Just want to thank you guys.

@mauri_ice663 5 ай бұрын

Same feeling man.

@fritzd2116 6 жыл бұрын

I bought one of these in 10mm a few months back. Got it on sale, 530 bucks out the door. 400 rds through it so far, and I love it! Especially for the money!

@kingscotimus 6 жыл бұрын

I thought KZfaq was banning these videos. I’m very glad they did not. Thank you sir for doing what you do. You are a true American and we love you brother.

@user-rw6hq8mf9u 6 жыл бұрын

The KZfaq guidelines are afraid of ol’ man Hickok.

@xenonram 6 жыл бұрын

That's because idiots were writing comments like, "Where are you going to post videos when KZfaq bans gun videos/channels in April. Morons churning the rumor mill. They were saying that B.S. without reading the updated ToS.

@jason200912 6 жыл бұрын

Hicock sort of gets an exception because of his popularity and family friendly language. KZfaq is attacking small channels, and their AI is killing any channel that exposes the internal or takedown of a gun. Also anything with explosives are being banned. This channel is the only exception merely because of the size. Just like how Logan got a free pass to do whatever he wanted until the suicide incident.

@logansim1316 6 жыл бұрын

PlayStation2014 they sure are

@hitmanwolf 6 жыл бұрын

...it didn't apply yet.

@TwentytenS4B8 6 жыл бұрын

The gunsmiths in the Philippines are VERY good. I watched several documentaries on them building 1911's in shacks in the middle of the jungle out of scrap metal and hand tools.

@ronaldjones6920 6 ай бұрын

I saw that documentary also they were making ghost guns

@suasponte6230 3 ай бұрын

Just so it's clear to everyone especially the haters, THEY WERE NOT MAKING RIA FIREARMS.

@TheGunfighter45acp 6 жыл бұрын

RIA is the only firearm I have ever sold for more $ used than what I paid for it new. They really are good guns for the money.

@FUW-guy 4 жыл бұрын

Yep, when I see RIA I know I'm getting my money's worth.

@cocoydiazjr8472 4 жыл бұрын

I love it!

@inspire_greatness7464 3 жыл бұрын

Funny I just bought one and I paid more for it used crazy

@ajcole4585 3 жыл бұрын

Only if you can get a model with dovetailed sights. Not too many people want GI sights

@cyusiorg629 3 жыл бұрын

@@ajcole4585 GI sights are gods sights

@bolseg1 5 жыл бұрын

Filipinos are one of the best firearms clone makers from the scratch. Can you imagine with the support, assistance and the equipments of Rock Island Armory. You got an excellent quality of RIA's coming out from the Philippines.

@gutadin5 4 жыл бұрын

There are 3 Gun companies that makes firearms and 1911s in the Philippines, Rock Island , Metroarms , Shooters Arms Manufacturing.

@scooterbob4432 3 жыл бұрын

@@gutadin5 What about the illegal gun makers in Danao, Cebu. They have been making crude copies of S & W revolvers since the 1950s. My high school classmate bought a snub nose one in .22 caliber and I had the opportunity to fire it. Crude and cheap but can kill at short ranges. They also continue to make improved quality Colt 1911 45 ACP clones to this day. I heard they are illegally selling them to the Japanese Yakusa (mafia).

@diabotron4935 3 жыл бұрын

I really aprecciate how hickok45 always display guns as tools without ever promoting violence. A really man of freedom, congrats to you my man!

@packinaglock 2 жыл бұрын

I just picked up this exact model yesterday. Having a lot of Glocks, M&P’s, Sigs, Walthers, Rugers, Kars, ect. I’m amazed at how nice this trigger is. It’s my first 1911 and due to the weight I’d never carry it but it will make a nice range gun. I realize it’s a cheaper 1911 but it seems to have great quality for the price.

@jgreat8582 2 жыл бұрын

I was told that they use the same Dyes and molds as the Colt 1911 that were permitted to be used by Phillipines manufacturer.

@imperfectlyholistic 2 жыл бұрын

@@jgreat8582 You are correct

@packinaglock 2 жыл бұрын

TTP & JG Nice, that’s impressive.👍

@chunglow7646 Жыл бұрын

@Some Guy 99 Look Up Repair video. Oughta help you. I like the options of caliber different barrels and using the same 45ACP magazines. 400 CorBon is one. Nosler 135g JHP @ about 1400 fps. Zippy 10mm projectile. Safe travels citizen

@tobyklemme1028 6 жыл бұрын

Love mine. I have the railed version, picked it up for $350 when I first started collecting guns. Never had a jam, no failures of any kind, runs smooth, no recoil, just a smooth gun all in all. Dead on sights and didnt have to change the sights in an way. I can off hand fire it and hit 50 yard targets easy. First and only 1911 I'll own. Too much fun.

@tobyklemme1028 6 жыл бұрын

To clarify, I have fired a few 1911s from kimbers to an old colt. I still prefer my RA.

@CarlPapa88 2 жыл бұрын

What model # is the railed version?

@karlonadkins1579 2 жыл бұрын

Rock Island M1911-A1 TAC Ultra FS 45 ACP 51485 Rock Island 51484 Tac Standard FS 45 ACP 5" 8+1 Black Parkerized Goverment

@tomwunder3557 6 жыл бұрын

Very much enjoyed the video. I bought the most basic Rock Island model... the “M1911 A1-FS” about a week ago because I wanted one more like the ones I used in the navy 40 to 50 years ago. I’ve had a Ruger SR1911 for 4 or 5 years now. It has all those extra “bells & whistles” you speak of and it is a great piece, one of my most accurate “iron sight” guns. I did a test with the RIA vs the Ruger alternating 1 mag for the “Rock” and 1 for the SR until I’d put 50 230gr round noses through each. I was surprised that they were pretty much equal but I’d give a slight edge to the RIA... of course my results were only as accurate as my limited shooting ability allows... not at all scientific. I had been having a bit of buyer’s remorse for having bought a “cheap clone” when I’d been looking for a Colt Series 80 aka 1991 but after my little test I feel much better about my purchase. Thanks again for the great video! :)

@Csrumk 6 жыл бұрын

I felt like my 4 year old watching Dora the Explorer. You said "Who invented this thing, Sam Colt?" And I found myself yelling at my screen: " No! John Browning!"

@WBatte1 6 жыл бұрын

I new he was joking when he said Sam Colt .

@danharrison7500 6 жыл бұрын

cSym....He is humorous and witty with constructive sarcasm.

@CthonicSoulChicken 6 жыл бұрын

Swiper tried swiping. Once.

@ohmanyourecool1 6 жыл бұрын

😂 I can already see a grown man just yelling at the video about firearms.

@104thDIVTimberwolf 6 жыл бұрын

cSym thank God I wasn't the only one! 😂

@lifeisgoodenjoydaryd 6 жыл бұрын

Teacher: “What do you wanna be when you grow up?” Me: “I wanna be Hickock45 when I grow up”. We can truly see how much you enjoy what you do. I have a RIA 1911 same mode with Hogue grips. It’s everything you say it is. I love it. God bless bossman. Your right... life is good.

@WhoaD614 4 жыл бұрын

thank you, hickok45. i got a RIA M1911 A1 FS and iv watched all your videos on the model to learn and understand my firearm better. great content and info.

@johnt4060 6 жыл бұрын

7:24 It's kinda cool when you can see those big old 45 slugs chugging along through the air.

@erwinvdrwal 6 жыл бұрын

That's because of the camera, not the speed of the bullet.

@James-wc2ys 6 жыл бұрын

You can see fmj really well in the late afternoon/ sunset.

@johnt4060 6 жыл бұрын

I remember one time I was shooting some low power 22lr at around 50yds and I could see the bullet flying through my scope.

@northernninety7 6 жыл бұрын

Your eyes wouldnt see that without the camera.

@zevo9314 5 жыл бұрын

its always weird to me seeing how fast 45 out of a pistol drops

@bobhartman2571 6 жыл бұрын

I've had a 9mm 1911 Rock island for 4 years. I've put 8k-9k rounds through it and it still runs great. Thanks Hickok.

@matthewrobinson5249 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve got the RIA tactical CS. I got it a few years ago and love it. It’s always functioned well for me. My grandpa has one of those pricey Kimbers (which I also have) and he tends to “borrow” my RIA whenever we go shooting. You’ve got to love the 1911.

@jedkennethbernardo5510 6 жыл бұрын

12 seconds later: all online stores are out of stock of RIA 1911's . Lol

@lonniem9728 5 жыл бұрын

He got me wanting to buy 1

@fixitman21 5 жыл бұрын

Smiling because We already have 2 of them. TAC Ultra TCM22/9mm in 4.25" and one in .45 5". LOVE them.

@J1Z06 4 жыл бұрын

Jed Kenneth Bernardo Lol.

@rocko8153 4 жыл бұрын

Ahhh man that was the best coment ! Made me laugh 😂 cuz its kinda true .. i want one .!

@azbanbo 3 жыл бұрын

I want another one

@jharris3762 6 жыл бұрын

I own this exact gun and I love it. This is my first and only 1911 (so far). Great gun and great quality for the price point. I chose to research this manufacturer based on some of hickock45’s earlier videos on Rock Island 1911’s and I am so glad that I did. I am super pleased with m6 purchase.

@JoMammaSmurf 6 жыл бұрын

I got my Rock Island GI probably 6 years ago. I paid 393.00 out the door for it new at a gun show in FL. I have since upgraded it with new grips. hammer, beaver tail and slide release. It is by far my favorite pistol to shoot.

@selaxlife7621 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah they dont suck by any means.

@ShredderSensei 4 жыл бұрын

"Can't quit on a miss" is really a good philosophy for life

@alejandroflores-samaniego9320 6 жыл бұрын

I bought my first 1911 from RIA, grips front post polished feed ramp. And still going strong after 3000 rounds. I also have 10mm t promatch 6” barrel hi cap. Beast of a gun and shoots flawlessly. Another great firearm is their model 200 6 shot revolver 38spl 💪🏽👌🏽

@Eli_PC137 6 жыл бұрын

I love when you can actually see the bullets flying. Great video as usual!

@gallowbuna 2 жыл бұрын

Lol, I thought I was crazy and had to rewind a few times.

@Thedoug369 Жыл бұрын

With most .45s, especially from a 1911, if you have decent eyesight you see the bullet going downrange. Makes em super easy to sight in.

@strider8933 4 жыл бұрын

I have one in 9 mm. Softest shooting 9 I have ever put my hands on. Plus, it is a real tack driver. Close to 6,000 rounds thru it so far with zero issues. Love it!

@davejohnson3684 3 жыл бұрын

Can't help be appreciate all the work you and John do to restore "the range" after your vids.

@TheSpacey52 6 жыл бұрын

I'm very glad you are still here on youtube. I keep checking on your channel throughout the day making sure

@MrLoewe23 6 жыл бұрын

I've seen so many 1911 videos and I'm not getting tired of it. beautiful gun.

@jarviscoleman7645 6 жыл бұрын

Love how you can see the .45 round flying through the air.

@juanlemus5424 4 жыл бұрын

Jarvis Coleman it’s sexy

@TachyonDriver 6 жыл бұрын

7- round Blam into the burn barrel, turns to the camera and says "Nice trigger" Classic Hickok45! Thanks once again from a UK fan.

@joehelvey5794 2 жыл бұрын

I have been so impressed with Rock Island firearms lately. Their 1911’s can’t be beat for value and the tcm round is really interesting and a lot of fun to shoot. They have a strong entry level revolver game too, just cool stuff. 👍

@bobwampler3387 6 жыл бұрын

Rock Island 1911’s are awesome.

@pinesilverskin81 6 жыл бұрын

Bob Wampler 1911s are vary good guns

@mikeng.4121 5 жыл бұрын

I owned RIA 1911A1 and don't have any issues with the first 1000 rds , love it .

@kitcarson7447 3 жыл бұрын

I'm getting myself a couple of these!

@KobyTheHedgehog 6 жыл бұрын

I am a simple man, I see a 1911, I click.

@inquisitive980 2 жыл бұрын

I have enjoyed so many of your reviews. This one is my favorite. Thanks for disassembling W/O the paper lip!

@dylanmichael5408 6 жыл бұрын

Ah, I could never get tired of this gun, nor any model of this gun. Thank you, my good sir.

@stevencatolster47 5 жыл бұрын

Got mine in December for $500. It's an absolute beast, albeit, it's my first 1911. I'm taking my conceal and carry class this weekend, and I'm taking it to do it! She's sweet!

@deeznutzz8375 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent. I love my RIA combat 45. A bit of a heavy, bulky weapon to conceal carry tho. I do carry on occasion but I prefer my XD9 to carry.

@carminemurphy4836 2 жыл бұрын

Concealed Carry, not Conceal and Carry. Cash & Carry groceries.

@chefduane3742 2 жыл бұрын

Mine is the TacRock also. Exactly the same as this but without the mag well flare. I did swap the grips for traditional wood grips. Love it!

@redtippedthrobrobin6053 Жыл бұрын

I've had 2 of these. RIA listens to their consumer feedback and made improvements over the years.

@justice4053 6 жыл бұрын

I just joined your Patreon as a member. I’ve been paying far more for years for gun magazine subscriptions that are basically useless infomercials straight from the manufacturers. It’s time to support people like you that give the gun consumer and enthusiast useful input. Plus, watching your videos are almost therapeutic, like a good episode of the Andy Griffith Show or something. FYI I’m only 33 but I still can appreciate good clean entertainment.

@hickok45 6 жыл бұрын

Welcome to "The Gong Club."

@illegalalien4444 4 жыл бұрын

@@hickok45 more like "The Pot Smokers

@carminemurphy4836 2 жыл бұрын

No problem swapping out MIM or other parts later on.

@lbertlopez83 Жыл бұрын

@@illegalalien4444😂

@billymcfuggin7549 6 жыл бұрын

I love my standard GI 1911 from Rock Island. I put wolff springs in it and some nice rosewood grips and it's beautiful. I prefer parkerizing, it just has a look that I like. The money that I saved went toward ammo. After 2K rounds in a little over a year and not one issue.

@MrSpeedysChannel 6 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love my RIA 1911, it runs like a sewing machine!!!

@Nasty_temper82 3 жыл бұрын

I’m a serious Glock guy as well. That being said, I’ve been kicking around the idea of buying a 1911 just to have as a door gun and introduce my kids to another style of handgun. I have looked and looked at about all the 1911’s on the market. That being said, this video has made decide on the Rock Island. Thank you for your dedication to the sport of shooting and the great, no nonsense honest reviews on all weapons. Stay safe and keep them headed down range!

@jeffstewart2561 6 жыл бұрын

I have this same 1911 in 10mm and it is my favorite handgun by far outta all of the ones I own. It is so comfortable and just fits my hand perfectly, is very accurate and fun to shoot.

@stephenfrancoeur976 6 жыл бұрын

M1911 is probably my favorite and one of the most effective handguns ever made in my opinion "Good old American .45"

@ulysesgonzalo3722 6 жыл бұрын

Finally, one from the Philippines. Thanks Hickok45

@paididoy 4 жыл бұрын

RIA is based in Marikina, Philippines

@johnrodriguez5277 2 жыл бұрын

I've bought 4 ria 1911s and love every one of them! Great weapon at a great price!

@janemarkham4133 4 ай бұрын

"YOU THE MAN HICKOK45"~~WE BELIVE IN YOU & YOUR ADVICE, YOUR RIGHT ON TARGET BROTHERMAN!!!! 😀👍👍🤟🤘😊

@FuttBuckerson 3 жыл бұрын

I've had my RIA 1911 for a few months. I absolutely love it...even beyond the 1911-nostalgia sentiments. She's run perfect. The woods grips are beautiful and it's a classic GI style. Sometimes with a 10 round extended mag she'll be stubborn chambering that first round but its not often. Otherwise...flawless. Would still trust it with my life. For a college student, at 500 or so bucks, and a big 1911 fan, it was the best I could get. Always love shooting the beauty.

@ChevyRedneckGFX 2 жыл бұрын

Do you not need to change the magwell to use a 10 round?

@jacobt1027 Жыл бұрын

@@ChevyRedneckGFX No the 10 rounders are just like regular 7-8 round flush fits but they're a bit longer

@Bse140 8 ай бұрын

Have you seen the deer this winter with the change in their beautiful coats ?

@edgardodirain4250 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir Hickok45. Greetings from the Philippines. 1911 ARMSCOR FSPS in .45mm user here!!!

@duanenorman4813 2 жыл бұрын

I purchased one on these in 9 mm, it is the best handgun I have ever shot out of the box after a quick cleaning. Smooth as butter and accurate.

@lynnmckenney1987 6 жыл бұрын

I remember when these first came out (RIA 191Q) and everyone (that I talked to) was calling them "cheap junk". Good to know everyone has come to their senses!

@1014p 3 жыл бұрын

Well i just learned they are made on the original equipment used in Philippines in ww2. As in its as close to as original you might get to the original builds.

@marcross52-95 3 жыл бұрын

@@1014p They are made on modern CNC machinery.

@AK4974U Жыл бұрын

@@marcross52-95 the ones from ruger are

@marcross52-95 Жыл бұрын

@@AK4974U The same. Research DSTV's Armscor Factory tour.

@richardtibbetts5020 6 жыл бұрын

That was some great shooting on that can! Thanks for a fun vid!

@MeA-aSchwalbe 6 жыл бұрын

This is the earliest I've been to a Hickok video.

@mikedifeo8344 6 жыл бұрын

Great vid. 1911 is my pistol of choice if my life depended on it. Additionally, it is one of our country's most recognized pieces when we are talking guns. It is comparable to Baseball. They were both invented an perfected in America and they are both truly American. I am very happy that you bring them out every once in a while. My brothers and I really appreciate it. Thank you. Keep up the great work.

@guruthossindarin3563 10 ай бұрын

AT 7:25, zoomed in on the gong, you can see the bullets arc into the gong. Nice!

@bigugly1911 5 жыл бұрын

I've got 2700 rounds and counting through my Rock Island Tactical. It shoots as good as any other 1911 I've had my hands on. Highly recommend one!

@jakedunning9995 6 жыл бұрын

People always joke about how this is such a "hard job to have, but someone has to do it". But really, putting out as much content as you do and still living a normal life has to be a hassle sometimes.....i see the target is date 11-1-17 so you guys must have a ton of content coming down the pipeline; and staying within YT's ever-changing policies is a chore itself.....on behalf of all of your viewers, thank you for what you do Hickok and son, we appreciate it deeply...

@jakedunning9995 6 жыл бұрын

I've noticed a lot of the videos are back-dated....but along with all the traveling they both do, rallies they attend or historical places they visit....on top of constantly managing loaner guns and video production, it's really quite the job.

@pepperdog3761 5 жыл бұрын

Totally agree with what you said about the hobby of it. I enjoy trying to put my firearms back together with my eyes closed , that said, I always double check with eyes "open" before taking them to the range.

@scottfree6479 6 жыл бұрын

Thank God for guns, John Moses Browning, and The USA!

@ourlordsauron 5 жыл бұрын

"It's one thing to be stupid and not know it, but I know it!" There's always a perfect quote in every video

@whiskyandgracie118 3 жыл бұрын

I love mine! Only had 1 failure during breaking in the firearm and it was the original mag. No issues with Wilson combat mags ! Love your videos!! Always see you if you demo a gun that I’m interested buying 🙏🇺🇸

@tulemike6627 5 жыл бұрын

nephew got one and loves it.i got a basic R.I.A. 1911 as a project gun.replaced the frame inards with wilson combat parts and still spent less than a pistol that would have come with all the bells and whistles.

@gilbertosuna3261 4 жыл бұрын

Been A FAN about a year after you got started and JOHN had Long Hair. Always have enjoyed your Videos. Went to my Favourite Gun Shop today. Saw the same 1911 there and I had the idea of getting your Opinion by watching you in Action. Although I have quite the Collection of several 1911 made in the USA 🇺🇸 I Don’t have this one which I will use as a shooter. The ones made in the USA 🇺🇸 are Just A Collection. THANKS FOR THE THE GREAT JOB OF FILMING YOUR DAD JOHN.

@MoetChandonHollywoodlifestyles 6 жыл бұрын

I own one of these. They are great guns- no jams, no feeding issues. Parts are nearly 100% interchangeable with Colt 1911s. RIA owns the Colt plants left over in the Philippines. I changed the grip screws to official colt screws. I highly recommend it.

@tonyrogo227 4 жыл бұрын

That's an urban myth. Please check your facts.

@dancruze Жыл бұрын

Myths

@spiketheadventurefurry8732 6 жыл бұрын

All kinds of little critters coming to see Hickok shoot.

@fc_chorizo16 6 жыл бұрын

I hope KZfaq doesn’t take down your videos because of the recent shooting. You clearly have an educational intent for demonstrating these guns.

@johnt4060 6 жыл бұрын

Ah yes! The humble 1911! It's kinda like the pickup truck of handguns.

@oneeasterneuropean9299 6 жыл бұрын

Yep, outclassed by basically any modern handgun, but still more than capable of holding it's own more than a century later.

@celsolopez8844 4 жыл бұрын

I thought x frame revolvers were the pick ups, maybe more semis trucks

@slayo710 3 жыл бұрын

That's pretty accurate lmao

@vintagevinylvets1187 3 жыл бұрын

Just discovered your channel, really love it. I just subscribed. Plus, this video alone was the deciding factor in purchasing this Rock Island Armory 1911 Tactical II. Essentially everything I needed to know(no bias whatsoever)in making an educated decision. Again, many thanks and God Bless. 🔫 P. S. Love the comment at around 20:57 in,”I have one magazine left, why don’t we just empty the magazine?” LMAO😂 We’re like,”Right?!” #hysterical🤣

@unclegeorge6175 6 жыл бұрын

Great presentation. I have an Utlra FS RIA 1911 A2 in a 16rd 10MM and really handles well shooting full loads. Over 2000 rounds and only had one feed problem with Hornaby JHP. All others especially the Sigs are great. The only negative on the A2, the manual safety, flares out a little too much on both sides for my comfort.

@111Jeffrey 2 жыл бұрын

One of my followers on Twitter told me about hickok45. This video has made me a fan and makes want to watch all of his videos!😂👍

@gnarshread 6 жыл бұрын

I picked up my RIA 1911 about 5 years ago because I didn't have the paycheck to get me tye 1911 I wanted. In the last 2 years I've been able to afford to shoot on a regular basis. After realizing the gun is more accurate than me, I can say that I love the thing. Especially after out shooting much more expensive 1911's

@eddieroman9277 6 жыл бұрын

I live in nyc and I gotta tell you that I am a huge fan !! I am just praying the gun legislations work out so we can carry our guns like good law abiding citizens! God bless you and thank you for all the videos , it’s wonderful to watch you in your shooting gallery , FYI my fave will always be the video you did on the glock 26 gen 4 , that’s awesome !! .

@carminemurphy4836 2 жыл бұрын

Eddie Roman: NYPD and their pistol license division will have to change radically, before they issue regular people permits to carry handguns. There was a time when Glocks were not allowed on a regular target or carry permit, then word got out that Police Commissioner Benjamin Ward, a Civilian employee, was carrying a Glock (19?) and then The Pistol License Division back pedaled, then allowed regular permit holders to get Glocks too.

@gillyt629 3 жыл бұрын

Mr. Hickok45, Big Fan Here. You Sir are a "badass". The way you lit up that Rock Island Tac was super impressive. Thank you!

@coyote520 9 ай бұрын

I have one of these, and I absolutely love it. I find myself carrying it more and more when I leave the house. Normally I stick with striker fired pistols for my cc's, but I love this thing so damn much that I don't want to leave the house without it.

@Just_Chuck_It 5 жыл бұрын

I own 2 of these Rock Island Armory 1911's. 1 in 45 ACP and 1 in 9mm. Can't argue with thier price and they have been flawless. No issues. Always go bang. And so far all 1911 parts, magazines, sights and grips fit. I paid $350 for the 45ACP model and $250 for the 9mm from pawn shop I frequently visit.

@typando3958 Жыл бұрын

Still hold up 4 years later? I'm considering their 45 acp

@Just_Chuck_It Жыл бұрын

@@typando3958 I carry the .45 everyday.

@logo927 5 жыл бұрын

I just bought this the other day it was my first firearm purchase ever and I got it for my birthday 🤗

@logo927 4 жыл бұрын

Here’s an update from my first purchase I now own a .38, .357, .303, 30-06, 5.56, and a 12g

@americanpatriotism1776 3 жыл бұрын

Right on dude, I Bought my RIA 1911 5 yrs ago, love it!!!!

@FuttBuckerson 3 жыл бұрын

Right on bro! My RIA 1911 was my second firearm purchase. I'm in school so money isn't widely available but live in the country. First was a ruger .17 savage b mg, then my beautiful ria 1911. Have a mp-15 in .22 as well. 1911 is my favorite to shoot. Great handgun for those who love 1911's but don't have the budget to buy higher end models. I really have no complaints. Few magazine issues here and there but that's mostly with extended ones. Not a big deal. Great groupings, never issues. I love military history so finally having a 1911 is a dream come true. For self defense, 230gr hollows fire just fine in her too. Wouldn't trade her for the world and feel confident she will perform for defense. Absolutely joy to shoot.

@logo927 3 жыл бұрын

@@FuttBuckerson nice

@maxmccain8950 2 жыл бұрын

It’s not an addiction so much as a disease. It’s also highly contagious. I’ve given the disease to several friends that weren’t shooters. One of them has more guns than I do now. Augh hell, it’s just plain fun.

@stevenm322 6 жыл бұрын

You are a good man. I enjoy watching and hearing you a lot. Keep it up.

@burnsalpha7559 5 жыл бұрын

Loved the review.. Proud to be where it came from.. Just keep on going...

@anthonyn.3575 6 жыл бұрын

Sir Hickok, a good cheap 1911 that you featured in one of your videos' would be the "Tisas 1911" for about $350 from BudsGunShop (which Buds no longer has them in stock for almost a year now?, or I'd buy another one) !!! I bought one and love it!!! Have put hundreds of rounds without a single hiccup. I also have the Rock Island 1911...the same exact model featured in this video of yours, and right from the get-go, had multiple FTF/FTE with EVERY magazines....mag after mag. Disassembled it and only to find out that the recoil spring is a lot shorter than what a full size 5" barrel 1911 should be. So I bought an aftermarket Wilson Combat 18# spring (or maybe 20#? I can't remember), which is 1-1/2" or so longer compared to the spring it came with...needless to say, haven't had a problem ever since.

@lagunamusic7686 2 жыл бұрын

16# is the sweet spot, don’t go over 18#.

@notice_fpv 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for spending some time on this pistol. I've been considering this very model as my first 1911.

@booneexford5112 6 жыл бұрын

Just bought one for myself, just the next step down. It's on its way to my local ffl. So excited, thanks Hickok.

@41magfan 6 жыл бұрын

In all seriousness, RIA makes a nice firearm.

@pinnedthrottle7690 6 жыл бұрын

41magfan 6000 rounds through my 500$ Rock Island 1911A1 government model and I’ve never had a problem except with the factory “ACT” mag. I started using Wilson combat and Kimber mags and it runs like a Cadillac.

@jasontruman1215 6 жыл бұрын

Jeffrey White agreed I had a RIA gov model as my first 1911, mag was garbage other than that it was 100 percent reliable.... my cousins pretty little kimber is extremely picky on ammo and had constant problems.

@northernninety7 6 жыл бұрын

Jason Truman Yeah high-end 1911s have tight tolerances.

@rreilling 5 жыл бұрын

Kimber micro

@FearScherer 5 жыл бұрын

@@northernninety7 bit of a stretch to call Kimber high end

@alexanderm3504 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Hickock45 love your videos man and Johns channel too. I'm hoping the recent KZfaq Shooting doesnt effect any of the gun channels.

@PistolasFritas 6 жыл бұрын

From a creator prospective i have the feeling that my channel and Hickok45 Channel will be gone. That’s just the way it is. Pistolas Fritas

@Mrgone454 6 жыл бұрын

Don't worry. It will...

@mr67gta 6 жыл бұрын

what youtoob is doing will have no effect at all on how many gns are out there, or whether someone buys a gn. it appears to be all about money and the anti gn agenda, they were doing the same to the woman that did the shooting and she had an exercise channel. they were taking money from her.

@tuulenkoti 6 жыл бұрын

Hawkeye 47 it might. The lib brigade are trying to guilt trip gun owners into giving up guns because they know they could never enforce a ban.

@TheTrueChuckNorris 6 жыл бұрын

My first firearm was an RIA 1911 A1. Bought in 2012, polished the feed ramp and a very cheap trigger job made it shoot better than two separate kimbers! Also learned to disassemble my gun without the penny 👌🏻

@jtelevenoyd1571 4 жыл бұрын

Watching the bullets arc in towards the targets like thrown rocks in the section starting around 6:55 is all sorts of amusing. I truly love .45 ACP.

@williamallan5791 5 жыл бұрын

just got a gi model today. I heard ria makes them on some of the original colt machines (dunno if true or not). also, nice video, I love when you zoom in and you can see the bullets mid-air flying down range

@mechanicgray 6 жыл бұрын

There was a wasp on your hat. Good catch John and I'm glad to see you back making videos John

@highcat696 6 жыл бұрын

Keep doing what you do, You are one of the best resource on firearms and have help me make many decisions on my buying firearms, God Bless and keep it up!!!!!

@andrewbattle7384 5 жыл бұрын

Just bought mine 2 days ago and it’s on my way. Super excited for this 1911 as my first pistol and very well priced.

@amacbook6565 6 жыл бұрын

Hickok45 is like Bob Ross but with guns :)

@joshjorissen9656 5 жыл бұрын

Well he does paint his range tapestry with colorful 2 liter bottles of soda!

@SldgeHammr 6 жыл бұрын

I saw a notification saying Hickok45 uploaded a 1911 video, and I came quicker than I did when I lost my v-card.

@SldgeHammr 6 жыл бұрын

This comment might be a little too Garand Thumb for this channel though.

@TylerLL2112 6 жыл бұрын

SldgeHammr Haha. Freaking Daddy Garand.

@OscarMaris 4 жыл бұрын

Hickock must be really happy that he made you come

@kylejohnson1308 3 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@hwendt1 6 жыл бұрын

You guys keep getting better and better.Really enjoyed it!

@ianfan426 6 жыл бұрын

Now this is the handgun that I dream to own one day, thank you for posting this! I appreciate it! 🇺🇸

@KaizoKidLP 6 жыл бұрын

the grandpa i never had. love u hickock

@bobhart4952 6 жыл бұрын

I have this RIA in 10 mm and I also have it in a 10 mm double stack. I love them both and highly recommend RIA.

@frankbodenschatz173 2 жыл бұрын

10mm double stack rules!

@sandromiane2750 6 жыл бұрын

I got this model 3 months ago...I shot it with 300 FMJ without hiccups,not a single failure at all ..this 1911 rocks

@347jpb 6 жыл бұрын

Love this video on 1911's, owned one for many years, and then at 9:07 spotting, what looks like a tick, as well as the yellow jacket earlier.

@martinadejaquiz2482 6 жыл бұрын

i have several... all Colts, but the price of the .45ACP's gives me the blues. i always though a 9mm 1911 might be fun. i don't know. thumbed up. thx! i love looking at all of the guns! so, thanks!

@FearScherer 5 жыл бұрын

No doubt. 9mm 1911 is my next purchase. I need a 9mm I actually want to shoot a lot cause 45 and 357 is killing my wallet.