Marky
Writer for john1911.com. Co-Host of the John1911 Podcast. Video content provider for John1911-TV.
Areas of focus: Defense and National Security, Modern Light Weapons, Small Arms, Weapons Training.
Draw From Concealment Work
Just putting in some work with my carry gun: EDC X9L.
I know I kinda harp on it but it needs to be said. If...
P08 Luger – German Bubba?
So here’s the story with this video. We have a German P08 Luger in the reference collection. It’s a shooter grade, non-matching example. And...
Blaser Optics
Some have asked me about Blaser optics. Or if I will be trying Blaser optics? In short: No.
IMO they are way too heavy. And...
Strap-Wrench Is a Must
If you are going to shoot threaded barrels or suppressors in any kind of volume? We highly recommend you keep a strap wrench handy.
I...
Personal Training Day
Had the Blaser Tactical 2 out. 308 barrel on. Shooting some of Doc’s 155g hand-loads.
This was a personal training session so I didn’t film...
Empty Chamber Slide Drop – How It Happens
1911: Empty Chamber Slide Drop - How It Happens
I have noticed a sudden uptick of interest in a video we made a few years...
EDC X9L – Why The Big One?
So…some have asked why choose a 5” model of 1911 as a go-to 1911? It’s mostly personal preference, but if you must:
I like...
Long Saturday
At 630am it was website updates. By 930am it was range time. By 2pm it was tractor service center to bring in busted range...
EDC X9L Locking Lug Design
Ok. In this final installment of the advances and changes Wilson has made to the design of the EDC X9L gun.
What is it? In...
EDC X9L – Magazine Design
The Wilson EDC X9L double-stack series of guns have a significantly less bulky grip and feel when compared to a traditional 2011.
How do they...
EDC X9L: Extractor Design
The EDC X9L pistol is a 1911 built for modern duty standards. And anyone who is truthful about the original 1911 designs knows changing...
Shooting Baffle Stack Loose
So what do you do when you can’t get the baffle stack out of your integrally suppressed AR? Easy. Go shoot it some more,...
EDC X9L Plunger Tube Design
One of the main weaknesses of the original 1911 design is the plunger tube. It’s critical to the functioning of the thumb safety. And...
Debugging a Holster
I am a big believer in dry-fire. Especially when shaking down new gear.
So today I am practicing with my new JM Custom Kydex AIWB...
JM Custom Kydex EDC X9L
Tell you what. This JM Custom Kydex AIWB holster is spot on for fit for the EDC X9L. I HATE changing guns and holsters.
The...
