ZEV Technologies is proud to introduce the O.Z-9 Pistol

ZEV Technologies O.Z-9 Pistol U.S.A. –-(Ammoland.com)- ZEV spent 12 years perfecting upgrade parts and full gun modifications for customers in the most demanding environments in the world. The guns they have built have won over 20 national and world championships and are in the hands of special operations forces around the globe. As they mastered their craft, they dreamed about building their own pistol. Alec Wolf, CTO / Founder of ZEV Technologies, said, “Today I am so excited to show the wo...
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VIP BLACK Pistol from Nighthawk Custom – with Gold Bead front sight

Nighthawk Custom’s slogan is “One Gun, One Gunsmith,” which they claim is the direct result of how they build their guns. The company was founded in 2004 by a group of four individuals with a passion for the 1911 platform. They have now expanded into approximately 65 full-time employees, and their selection and assortment of […] Read More … The post VIP BLACK Pistol from Nighthawk Custom – with Gold Bead front sight appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Ed Brown Products Renews Collaboration with ZEV Technologies for 2019

Ed Brown Products Renews Collaboration with ZEV Technologies for 2019 PERRY, MO –-(Ammoland.com)- Ed Brown Products, Inc. is excited to renew their collaboration with ZEV Technologies, Inc. for 2019. The perfect marriage of ZEV's unique styling with Ed Brown's classic quality 1911, this new collaboration builds on the success of the prior year EB/ZEV pistol, and takes it to a new level. Incredibly sophisticated slide cuts show off both ZEV's innovative designs and Ed Brown's state-of-the-art ...
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Nighthawk Custom Releases the VIP Black 1911 Pistol

Nighthawk Custom VIP Black 1911 Pistol BERRYVILLE, AR – -(AmmoLand.com)- New 1911 model VIP BLACK from Nighthawk Custom. Nighthawk Custom, a manufacturer of the world’s finest custom made 1911’s, is proud to introduce the newest model of the VIP Series, the Nighthawk Custom VIP Black 1911. This 1911 VIP series gun is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship with luxurious amenities. Hand engraved details by Master Engraver, Bertram Edmonston, coupled with a black diamond like coating (DLC) and buil...
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Top 5 Most Expensive Guns Sold in Rock Island December 2018 Premiere Firearms Auction

Today I am introducing to our readers another installment from our series of articles about most expensive firearms sold in the major US auction houses. Last month, we discussed some of the most interesting, rare and unique lots consigned to the Rock Island December 2018 Premiere Firearms Auction. In this article, we’ll take a look at the five […] Read More … The post Top 5 Most Expensive Guns Sold in Rock Island December 2018 Premiere Firearms Auction appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Brownells Adds Ed Brown 1911 to Retro Line

Riding the success with their Retro Rifles line, Brownells has partnered with Ed Brown to add their first handgun in the lineup: the BRN-1911, a .45 ACP semi-automatic pistol. Hand crafted by legendary 1911 maker Ed Brown exclusively for Brownells, the BRN-1911 is a two-tone handgun intended to replicate the look, feel, and performance of custom […] Read More … The post Brownells Adds Ed Brown 1911 to Retro Line appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Apex Announces Precision Made Performance Hammers for the 1911

Apex Announces Precision Made Performance Hammers for the 1911 PEORIA, Ariz. –-(Ammoland.com)- Apex Tactical Specialties is pleased to announce the release and immediate availability of its precision-made performance hammers for the 1911.Designed by Apex Founder and Master Gunsmith Randy Lee, the new 1911 hammers are based on the key hook geometry of a 50-year-old National Match Government model 1911 and features a hook height that is .018” to .020” to provide a consistent, clean breaking trig...
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Brownells Introduce Retro Range ‘Custom’ 1911

Brownells is continuing to expand its Retro series with the addition of a 1911 pistol recalling the style of classic 1980s custom 1911s. Teaming up with Ed Brown, Brownells is adding its first pistol to their Retro range. The two-tone BRN-1911 is being produced by Ed Brown. Brownells note that the pistol ties into their […] Read More … The post Brownells Introduce Retro Range ‘Custom’ 1911 appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Springfield Armory Introduces the RO Elite 10mm

Springfield Armory Introduces the RO Elite 10mm GENESEO, ILL. – -(Ammoland.com)- The Springfield Armory RO Elite series ups the ante in power with the introduction of its newest model in 10mm.     New for Fall 2018, the RO Elite features premium upgrades in the popular 10mm caliber for shooters interested in competition, hunting or personal defense. It features a 5-inch forged match grade stainless steel barrel with a fully supported chamber and a forged steel frame and slide that are pre...
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Brownells Adds Classic Custom 1911 to Retro Line

Brownells Adds Classic Custom 1911 to Retro Line GRINNELL, Iowa –-(Ammoland.com)- Brownells, in partnership with Ed Brown, has added the first handgun to its Retro line of firearms, releasing the BRN-1911, a 45 ACP semi-automatic pistol.Handcrafted by legendary 1911 maker Ed Brown exclusively for Brownells, the BRN-1911 is a two-tone handgun intended to replicate the look, feel and performance of custom 1911 pistols made in the 1980s through early 1990s.The BRN-1911 retails for $2,499.99.The f...
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Wilson Combat Supergrade Commander Special

Wilson Combat has just released this beautiful work of art – the Supergrade Commander Special. This is the first commander size classic style handgun added to the Supergrade family of deluxe Wilson Combat 1911 pistols. Let’s first watch the promo video then go through the specs of this gun. The Wilson Combat Supergrade Commander Special pistol comes […] Read More … The post Wilson Combat Supergrade Commander Special appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Review: Remington 1911 R1 Ultralight Commander

When I first got back into guns as an adult, the range I would visit in the Bay Area had a Wilson Combat 1911 for rent. So I rented one exactly once, and after shooting it and looking up the price-tag I vowed never to touch another 1911, lest the fever get its hooks into […] Read More … The post Review: Remington 1911 R1 Ultralight Commander appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Meet THE PRESIDENT in the Boardroom with Nighthawk Custom

Nighthawk Custom has announced a new 1911 that is a part of their Boardroom Series that they began late last year. This newest addition is dubbed The President, and like the name infers, you have high-end quality poured over this model just like the position itself. This is only the second model that Nighthawk Custom […] Read More … The post Meet THE PRESIDENT in the Boardroom with Nighthawk Custom appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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POTD: Savage Arms’ M1907 Pistol that Almost DEFEATED the 1911

It might be quite a surprise to many of you that Savage Arms used to make pistols. This dates back to 1910, but it is true. What also may surprise you is their short stint in producing pistols almost dethroned John Moses Browning’s now legendary Model 1911! The first pistol Savage Arms ever made was […] Read More … The post POTD: Savage Arms’ M1907 Pistol that Almost DEFEATED the 1911 appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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POTD: DIY 1911 AOW Weapon Light

The 1911 is renowned for winning two world wars. At least that is the mantra die hard 1911 fans recite. And the Fulton Industries MX991/U anglehead flashlight has been utlized for decades since the Vietnam War. Well someone had the great idea to combine these military cornerstones into one complete weapons package, a pseudo 1911 […] Read More … The post POTD: DIY 1911 AOW Weapon Light appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Orders Open for CMP 1911s

You can now order a surplus 1911 from the Civilian Marksmanship Program as the first batch of iconic pistols becomes available. Way back in November 2017, we reported that the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) would be receiving up to 10,000 surplus 1911A1 pistols. Since then we have closely followed the CMP’s progress in bringing the guns […] Read More … The post Orders Open for CMP 1911s appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Video Podcast: Guns & Gear Q&A

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Auto-Ordnance Offers Custom Case Hardened 1911

Auto-Ordnance Offers Custom Case Hardened 1911 Greeley, PA (Ammoland.com) – Auto-Ordnance, maker of the famous “Tommy Gun” and other classic firearms throughout history, is proud to offer the Custom Case Hardened 1911 pistol.Taking a classic 1911 to the next level without diminishing its history is no easy feat, but adding an even more classic finish formally raises the bar. Auto-Ordnance has done just that with the new GI Series 1911 with “case hardened” finish. This time honored tradition of...
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Video Podcast: Glock Summer Projects

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Kahr Firearms Group releases Squadron, Case-Hardened & Pledge 1911 Pistols

The Kahr Firearms Group includes Kahrs Arms, Auto Ordnance and Magnum Research and they have been introducing a lot of commemorative 1911 pistols as of late. Their newest additions are the “Squadron,” a case-hardened model, and the “Pledge.” All of these boast a ton of curb appeal and Kahr Firearms Group is banking on consumers […] Read More … The post Kahr Firearms Group releases Squadron, Case-Hardened & Pledge 1911 Pistols appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Video Podcast: 1911 Treasures

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Joe Mantegna’s Custom SIG SAUER 1911 Pistol from Criminal Minds Placed Into History at NRA Museum’s Hollywood Exhibit

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Wilson Combat Vickers Elite Commander 1911 Pistol

Wilson Combat has introduced the Commander version of the Vickers Elite 1911 pistol. This shorter iteration of the Vickers Elite 1911 is designed for the concealed carry market. As you can expect from a Wilson Combat gun, this pistol is packed with a bunch of custom features. Let’s first see what Larry Vickers said about the […] Read More … The post Wilson Combat Vickers Elite Commander 1911 Pistol appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Thompson Auto-Ordnance Offers 1911 in 9mm

Thompson Auto-Ordnance Offers 1911 in 9mm Greeley, PA – (Ammoland.com) – Thompson Auto-Ordnance, maker of the famous “Tommy Gun” and other classic firearms throughout history, is excited to introduce the new 9mm 1911 pistol.The 1911 pistol is the iconic American Military handgun, serving members of the United States Armed Forces for over 100 years. Its dependability and stopping power are legendary, in no small measure demonstrated by the fact that many shooters today select it as their primar...
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Interview with Robert Bianchin: Talking about Cabot Guns and the Meteorite 1911

Recently TFB was able to sit down with Rob from Cabot Arms and conduct an in-depth interview about the odd meteorite 1911 pair that they created, but also more about the founding the company itself. Nick C. was also present during this interview and was instrumental in asking questions. Some of the photos shown here […] Read More … The post Interview with Robert Bianchin: Talking about Cabot Guns and the Meteorite 1911 appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Remington Model 1911 R1 Limited Pistol Series, Built for Performance

Remington Model 1911 R1 Limited Single Stack Pistol Right Huntsville, AL – -(Ammoland.com)- Born of the same competitive spirit that set the Model 1911 apart from all others more than a century ago, the Model 1911 R1 Limited is built for performance, match after match. The new Model 1911 R1 Limited Series has been engineered end-to-end for championship performance. With its PVD coating, the 5-inch match-grade stainless steel barrel, slide and frame deliver silky smooth operation in heavy use. T...
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Card Holder Replicating a 1911 Grip and Magazine

The subject of this article is not a firearm, but it is definitely something that many of you would love to have or at least learn about especially if you are a 1911 aficionado. This is actually a KickStarter crowdfunding project. It is called M1911-H Reloading Card Holder and represents a card holder that is […] Read More … The post Card Holder Replicating a 1911 Grip and Magazine appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Remington & Travis Tomasie Collaborate on Competition 1911

Remington have introduced a new competition pistol. Developed in collaboration with their team captain Travis Tomasie, the new pistol is a 1911 chambered in .40S&W. Tomasie, the captain of Remington’s shooing team, is a former member of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit and a gold medalist in both the IPSC Handgun World Shoot and the IPSC US Handgun Championship. […] Read More … The post Remington & Travis Tomasie Collaborate on Competition 1911 appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Guncrafter Industries Hellcat X2 Pistols

Guncrafter Industries has released new 1911-style pistols called Hellcat X2. Although being based on the 1911 design, these pistols are fed from double stack magazines. Pistols with such layout are also known as 2011 pistols. Another key difference from the classic 1911 is that the Hellcat X2 is chambered in 9x19mm or .40 S&W. The […] Read More … The post Guncrafter Industries Hellcat X2 Pistols appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
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Auto-Ordnance Victory Girls 1911

YouTube personality, Graham Baates, gives us a video review of the Auto Ordnance Victory Girls 1911. Auto-Ordnance Victory Girls 1911 U.S.A. –-(Ammoland.com)- Auto-Ordnance Corporation, a member of the Kahr Firearms Group, has released their Victory Girls 1911.  This is a refreshing twist on the recent resurgence of GI-style 1911s.  Few can argue the elegance of Browning's famous 1911, but why not ad some artwork?  That's exactly what Auto-Ordnance has done with some period-inspired laser etc...
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