|
The M1911 is a single-action,
semi-automatic pistol chambered for the .45 ACP
cartridge. It was designed by John M. Browning, and was
the standard-issue side arm for the United States armed
forces from 1911 to 1985, and is still carried by some
U.S. forces. It was widely used in World War I, World
War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Its formal
designation as of 1940 was Automatic Pistol, Caliber
.45, M1911 for the original Model of 1911 or Automatic
Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911A1 for the M1911A1, adopted in
1924. The designation changed to Pistol, Caliber .45,
Automatic, M1911A1 in the Vietnam era.
The M1911A1 design is favored by a large number of
police SWAT teams throughout the United States. Many
military and law enforcement organizations in the United
States and many other countries continue to use M1911A1
pistols because they favor the greater stopping power of
the .45 cartridge.
The M1911A1 is also extremely popular among the general
public in the United States for practical and
recreational purposes. The pistol is commonly used for
concealed carry, personal defense, target shooting, and
competition.
For more 1911 Pistol information, visit
1911 Handgun Vault. |
.gif)
