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Jun 21, 2025 · Who has a Tisas 1911 that is reliable with no modifications, tuning, return to the mothership, etc? Many of the posts seeking help here in the Tisas forum unfortunately reflect my …

Feb 20, 2021 · A forum community dedicated to all 1911 firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about optics, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more!

Dec 21, 2025 · I'm wanting a nice 1911. Prefer blued, optics ready, 9mm commander sized. With no rail. REALLY liking the looks and reputation of the Dan Wesson VBOB. But I don't think they make it …

Dec 4, 2024 · Watchtower Apache I have owned the second addition of the Apache for about two months, and now have about 1200. Rounds, so enough to make a second range report. I have a …

Feb 9, 2023 · Several Tisas 1911 pistols have passed through my hands and I currently own a couple. All have been everything I could ask for at the prices I paid. Same with the RIA handguns I own or …

Dec 24, 2025 · I have owned this piece for over 40 years and have never understood its value. The lack of a serial number was always a concern but recently I have been reading about 'lunch box' 45's. In …

Feb 17, 2025 · I have many WWII 1911A1’s. This one is unique in that the slide and frame are both marked with the M 1911 A1 U.S. ARMY.

May 23, 2019 · I just picked up my new O1911C Colt Government Model Classic today, and here I will share my initial impressions of it. A range trip will follow in the coming days. The pictures you see …

Mar 6, 2025 · I don't know if anyone else used coolgunsite. I was just on it last week. I now appears to be shutdown. It contained a wealth of knowledge for identifying your specific 1911.