John1911 TV / Videos
Behind the scenes: Remington 244 vs Winchester 243
This was recorded by accident during a cease fire. Turns out, the conversation was pretty interesting. Here's why:Today, we see a big push in...
Christensen Arms MSR – 517 Yards
Christensen Arms MSR - 517 YardsQuick video of Doc shooting his 6.5CM at 517 yards. He has been holding back on shooting 6.5 due...
Military Surplus
SHS 04: WWI 1911 Pistol
Up next in the Second Hand Showcase series is a WWI issued, Colt produced, M1911. Manufacture date is 1918. The finish appears original and...
Sig Pe57 (510-4) Parts Kit Analysis
A functional 510-4 can go for 6k plus so it’s definitely worth considering.My biggest concern is that the receiver was already de-milled repaired/welded then...
POTD – German Luger
The John1911 Armory recently picked up an entire estate of firearms. As for why will become clear later in the year. But in the...
POTD – Easter Eggs at the Mayer House
Scott is a neat guy. Imagine being a young child and having your father be a longtime gun-industry professional. In the Mayer household, it’s...
Shooting
Ollin Target Camera Test
Ollin Target Camera TestTesting out the new target camera setup on the Bullseye Range. Considering it’s only 25 yards, I expected it to be...
Workbench
Going Back to Pencils
Going Back to PencilsA little glimpse into my personal life here. Some of you are aware that I am a highly mobile person. As...
1911 Pistols
SRO – 4000 Rounds
So….we are not gear reviewers. But…we do get questions about how well the SRO is holding up?In a word: great! With these pics it has...
Blaser Rifles
Blaser Releases R8 22LR Kit
Some years ago, Freeze and I were attending the NRA show in Texas. I think it was Dallas? And during our visit, we stopped...
Hunting - Outdoors - Off-Road
Tarter FS20 – The Tick Killer
Tarter FS20 - The Tick KillerWe are fighting ticks just like everyone else. But our issue has been going on for about 3 years....
Broken Lane Shark – Lessons Learned
Broken Lane Shark - Lessons LearnedSo a few weeks back, we had an incident down on the rifle range. The Lane Shark we use...
That New Range Manager is Working Out
That New Range Manager is Working OutAs mentioned on pod, we have brought in a crew to handle all range management duties for all...
Grenadier Lights – On Rifle Range
Grenadier Lights - On Rifle RangeWas out doing some testing and figured it was a good opportunity to show how well the spots and...
Podcast
EP-409: The Worst Arson Story Ever
Episode 409 of the John1911 Podcast is now live: Major range progress.
FRF2 Sniper Drama.
Smoking out the gun forums.
PSA blowout deals.
CMP...
EP-408: Sir Mongo LLC And Cattle
Episode 408 of the John1911 podcast is now live: We've hired a property manager.
US SF using 6mm ARC.
Crane puts out a Hypervelicty...
Ep-407: Is GunTube Dead?
Episode 407 of the John1911 Podcast is now live: Range Manager.
Is GunTube Dead?
Blue Glocks.
Winning the MILSURP Game.
Wilson brings back a...
EP-406: DOE SMG – You’ll Shoot Your Finger Off, Kid
Episode 406 of the John1911 Podcast: Getting smoked on a T48.
Timney Trigger failures.
Dude-44 shot down twice.
Ruger flees south.
The Cadillac Gage...
EP-405: Range & Armory Updates
Episode 405 of the John1911 Podcast is now live: Bullseye Range Functioning.
Saddleback Leather Company
H&R DOE Gun.
Getting Skunked on a T48.
Valmet...
EP-404: I Thought Dugan Was Dead
Episode 404 of the John1911 Podcast is now live:Mongo goes thermal.
Bullseye range operational.
De Lisle carbine loss.
I thought Dugan Ashley was...
Commentary
Commentary – Cops Who Can’t Fight
Commentary - Cops Who Can’t FightThis is going to be an unpopular opinion since most will see it through the lens of their own...
The UK – What Special Relationship?
The UK - What Special Relationship?Folks who listen to the podcast know that I’m very upset at the United Kingdom for their behavior regarding...
Industry news
Buffalo Bill Museum – My Greatest Regret
It’s been quite some time since I took this video. Near the entrance of the firearms museum were a couple of “shoot-em-up” games. At the...
Ed Lovette Has Passed Away
Got word a few days ago my old friend Ed Lovette passed away.I can only assume most folks today don’t know who Ed Lovette...
Nighthawk Custom Teams up with Korth Revolver
OK. I will be the first to admit I am not quite sure what we are looking at here. Is Nighthawk licensing the manufacture...
Pat Rogers of EAG Tactical Passed Away Today
Pat was a very interesting person. A long time firearms professional and retired NYPD Detective, he didn't move in the cool-guy Hollywood circles. But...
Interesting Stories Around The Web
Disposing of a MacBook Air
Disposing of a MacBook AirSo what to do with an old company computer after it has lived out it usefulness, been wiped numerous times,...
Paper Maps – Road Atlas Books
Paper Maps - Road Atlas BooksSo an interesting story popped up in Moscow Russia last week and it really piqued my interest. For reasons...
POTD
POTD – Project 1 – In Ice
As proof that I am carrying the Project 1 gun full time, here we are caught in an unexpected (at least by me) ice...
POTD – Ishapore 2A1 Enfield
Had the Ishapore 2a1 out for a bit last week. —Marky #john1911 #ishapore2a1 #enfield #762 #milsurp Sincerely, Markywww.John1911.com“Shooting Guns & Having Fun”
