Some 1911s can be very finicky depending on the ammunition you use, while others can run flawlessly. This one really depends on the 1911 you own. The 1911 is already a very accurate gun, and the natural point of aim and moderate recoil only contribute to it being an even more accurate gun in the right hands. It only adds to the fact that the 1911 is a very pleasant gun to shoot. The 1911 is a single action only handgun, and the trigger is well known for being very crisp and light. If you shoot a 1911 in a smaller round, such as the 9mm, the recoil becomes even less pronounced. On the contrary, the recoil is softened considerably due to the heavy weight of the gun. Many people inexperienced with guns believe that any ‘.45’ is going to have harsh recoil. This makes the 1911 quite easy to conceal carry, and with a shorter barreled version such as the Commander or Defender, IWB carry only becomes easier.
But it’s also a very slim handgun thanks to its single stack magazine (at least in most models). Yes, the 1911 is a large (and heavy) handgun. This makes the 1911 feel very natural in the hand. Many people report that the grip angle of the 1911 is very close to or identical to how they naturally hold an imaginary handgun. Pay special attention to how you hold this imaginary pistol. Here’s a quick exercise for you to do: pretend you have a pistol in your hand and hold it up. Well, there are several reasons why, including: Natural Ergonomics Through all these decades, what has caused the 1911 to remain so widely accepted and in the mainstream? In fact, the 1911 is currently the most customizable handgun in the world, and can boast of an even greater aftermarket support than the Glock pistol. Over a century since its introduction, the 1911 remains as popular as ever.
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