Posted by Jason Brumett
It’s the most famous pistol ever produced. More than 100 years old, the design has endured largely unchanged. Almost every pistol manufacturer throughout the world has made one at some point or another, and yet most attempts at improvements fall short and John Moses Browning’s design continues along the same as it has since 1911. That’s right, the 1911 pistol is an icon and is revered by many as quite possibly the perfect design.
Sure, metallurgy and materials technology have allowed for newer more modern designs that incorporate super-light super-strong polymer components. Advances in cartridge development has created loads with faster muzzle velocities and bullets with better expansion. But JMB’s famous design persists as a viable combat pistol.
Make: Smith & Wesson Model: 17 Masterpiece Caliber: .22 LR
The Smith & Wesson Model 17 Masterpiece is a classic, medium sized frame revolver that features a 6-round chamber for the .22 LR. It has a carbon steel frame, with a carbon steel ...(more)
Make: Ruger Model: 22 45 Lite Caliber: .22 LR
Classic Feel, Modern Design. No other .22 LR pistol provides the feel of the classic 1911 pistol with the proven reliability and value of the Ruger® 22/45™ pistols. The pe...(more)
Make: Colt Model: Rail Gun O1980RG Caliber: .45
The Colt O1980RG 45 acp Rail gun isn't so sci-fi electronic gun that fires metal projectiles using electricity like many games have, but rather a classic Colt that includes the M19...(more)
Make: Remington Model: 700 CDL Left Hand Caliber: 223 Remington, 243 Win
The Remington Model 700 CDL (Classic Deluxe) offers renowned accuracy in a classically styled design. The traditional straight-comb American walnut stock includes a satin finish, f...(more)
Make: Winchester Model: 1886 Short Rifle Caliber: 45-70, 45-90
The 1886 Short Rifle in 45-70 or 45-90 made by Winchester Repeating Arms is a vintage American wild west type of rifle chambered for long range shots. This gun weighs in at 8lbs 6o...(more)
