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The MasterPiece Arms DS9 Commander 1911 EDC is in a Class of its Own

As beautiful as it is functional and accurate, the Nighthawk Shadow Hawk Long Slide model is one of the smoothest pistols the author has ever had the pleasure to shoot.

Combat Handguns September/October 2021

The Nighthawk Shadow Hawk Long Slide Pulls Double Duty in .45 & 10mm

Auto-Ordnance United We Stand 1911 Sees a ‘United’ States of America

These 5 high end 1911s top the shooter’s dream bucket list.

Combat Handguns July/August 2021

These 6 High End 1911s Are the Stuff of Dreams, Bring Your Checkbook

The Browning Black Label Pro American Flag 1911-380 is an 85-percent scaled down 1911.

Browning Adds Black Label Pro American Flag Pistol to 1911-380 Line

The Springfield Armory comes built for defensive use.

Springfield Emissary 1911: Blending Custom Styling in a Defensive Pistol

Chip McCormick passed away recently, leaving a big legacy.

Firearm Industry Mourns the Loss of Legendary Chip McCormick

An innovator in 1911 trigger and magazine design, Chip McCormick passed away recently, leaving a large legacy in the gun industry and beyond.

Swap your old beat up mag for a new one via the Ed Brown 1911 Magazine Exchange Program.

Swap Old for New With the Ed Brown 1911 Magazine Exchange Program

Turn in your old beat up magazine, along with $10-$15, and get an upgrade through the new Ed Brown 1911 Magazine Exchange Program.

The CMP will again offer 1911 pistols to the public in 2021.

Get Ready for Second Round of CMP 1911 Pistol Sales in Early 2021

The second round of CMP 1911 pistol sales is slated to begin in early 2021, presenting a limited, unique opportunity to own a coveted sidearm.

The Nighthawk Colt Series 70 proved extremely accurate during testing.

Nighthawk Colt Series 70 Upgrades Classic .45 ACP Pistol

Nighthawk Custom takes on one of the most revered semi-auto pistols of all-time, the Colt Series 70 1911, creating an instant classic.

The Auto-Ordnance Promises Kept 1911 features a picture of President Trump on the right grip panel.

Auto-Ordnance Releases Trump-Themed Promises Kept 1911

Featuring etched laser engraving and an intricate design, the Auto-Ordnance Promises Kept 1911 honors President Donald Trump and his presidency.

The TRS Commander's flat, serrated trigger face provides a positive feel.

Nighthawk TRS Commander: New 17+1 Capacity Commander-Sized 1911

With a 4.25-inch barrel, nitride finish and a snag-free design, the Nighthawk TRS Commander delivers 17+1 rounds in a concealed carry package.

Shooting handloaded .45 ACP Ammo through a 1911 is very nice

Combat Handguns September/October 2019

Cut Costs, Recoil by Loading Your Own .45 ACP Ammo

Take a break from the big, bruising full-house loads and create affordable, lighter-recoiling .45 ACP ammo for your training or recreational shooting.

FIRST LOOK: The Nighthawk Counselor Is a Concealed Carry Dream 1911

As a part of its new Ambassador Series, the 9mm Nighthawk Counselor is the smallest and thinnest 1911 ever built by the manufacturer.

Concealed-Carry Handguns

Gun Review: The Lightweight Ultimate Arms Magna T5 Commander 1911

Lightweight at a mere 25 ounces, the Ultimate Arms Magna T5 Commander-length 1911 proves to be an extremely easy-to-carry Government Model.

Combat Handguns September/October 2019

GIVEAWAY: Win a Remington R1 1911 Pistol, a Versacarry Holster & Ammo

With a custom Remington R1 Commander and a Versacarry holster leading the charge, there's a lot to like about this $2,775 giveaway.

Battle Royale Polymer 1911 Pistols, pistols, 1911

Combat Handguns May/June 2019

Battle Royale: 3 Polymer 1911 Pistols Square Off in Hybrid Range Test

We took three polymer 1911 pistols in .45 ACP — American Tactical, EAA and Rock River Arms — to the range in our latest Battle Royale.

Manual Safety, Kimber Ultra Carry, Honor Defense Honor Guard

POLL: Should a Pistol Have a Manual Safety or Not?

With the release of the SIG P365 manual safety version, we examine the divide amongst shooters as to whether or not a manual safety is a must.

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The MasterPiece Arms DS9 Commander 1911 EDC is in a Class of its Own

The Nighthawk Shadow Hawk Long Slide Pulls Double Duty in .45 & 10mm

Auto-Ordnance United We Stand 1911 Sees a ‘United’ States of America

These 6 High End 1911s Are the Stuff of Dreams, Bring Your Checkbook

Browning Adds Black Label Pro American Flag Pistol to 1911-380 Line

Springfield Emissary 1911: Blending Custom Styling in a Defensive Pistol

Firearm Industry Mourns the Loss of Legendary Chip McCormick

Swap Old for New With the Ed Brown 1911 Magazine Exchange Program

Get Ready for Second Round of CMP 1911 Pistol Sales in Early 2021

Nighthawk Colt Series 70 Upgrades Classic .45 ACP Pistol

Auto-Ordnance Releases Trump-Themed Promises Kept 1911

Nighthawk TRS Commander: New 17+1 Capacity Commander-Sized 1911

Cut Costs, Recoil by Loading Your Own .45 ACP Ammo

FIRST LOOK: The Nighthawk Counselor Is a Concealed Carry Dream 1911

Gun Review: The Lightweight Ultimate Arms Magna T5 Commander 1911

GIVEAWAY: Win a Remington R1 1911 Pistol, a Versacarry Holster & Ammo

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The MasterPiece Arms DS9 Commander 1911 EDC is in a Class of its Own

The Nighthawk Shadow Hawk Long Slide Pulls Double Duty in .45 & 10mm

Auto-Ordnance United We Stand 1911 Sees a ‘United’ States of America

These 6 High End 1911s Are the Stuff of Dreams, Bring Your Checkbook

Browning Adds Black Label Pro American Flag Pistol to 1911-380 Line

Springfield Emissary 1911: Blending Custom Styling in a Defensive Pistol

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Firearm Industry Mourns the Loss of Legendary Chip McCormick

Swap Old for New With the Ed Brown 1911 Magazine Exchange Program

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Get Ready for Second Round of CMP 1911 Pistol Sales in Early 2021

Nighthawk Colt Series 70 Upgrades Classic .45 ACP Pistol

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Auto-Ordnance Releases Trump-Themed Promises Kept 1911

Nighthawk TRS Commander: New 17+1 Capacity Commander-Sized 1911

Cut Costs, Recoil by Loading Your Own .45 ACP Ammo

FIRST LOOK: The Nighthawk Counselor Is a Concealed Carry Dream 1911

Gun Review: The Lightweight Ultimate Arms Magna T5 Commander 1911

GIVEAWAY: Win a Remington R1 1911 Pistol, a Versacarry Holster & Ammo

Battle Royale: 3 Polymer 1911 Pistols Square Off in Hybrid Range Test

POLL: Should a Pistol Have a Manual Safety or Not?