Tough, reliable, and timeless—the M1911A1 was the trusted sidearm of American forces throughout World War II. From the trenches to the Pacific islands, this .45 caliber pistol became a ...

Rest assured, enthusiasts of the old and distinguished .45 caliber pistol: Army Gen. Austin Miller has not abandoned his M1911A1 for a newer, younger Glock 19. Miller, who leads all U.S. troops in ...

Which is why Turkish manufacturer Tisas created the 1911 A1 US Army, a handgun built to the near-exact likeness of a military-issue M1911A1 and now being imported into the country through SDS Imports.

During World War II, the .45 ACP M1911 and M1911A1 pistols were popular with American troops, and here we present some imagery of those who trained and fought with “old slabsides.” ...