John1911 TV / Videos
SHS-75: Enfield No4 Mk1 – Long Branch
On this episode of the Second Hand Showcase, we are looking at a WWII Enfield pattern rifle that was factory refurbished in 1949. I...
Geissele Super 42 H2 Buffer Test
OK. So it’s time to test and see of this integrally suppressed upper is over gassed. This is with the H2 buffer and it...
Military Surplus
POTD – llama Model IV
POTD - llama Model IVThey said,“Why would someone want a 9mm 1911?”.“9mm 1911’s are just wrong.”“1911’s were designs for nothing was 45ACP”.Well….1931 is calling...
We Have a 1898 Krag
After some years we have sourced a US Army, unmodified, Krag-Jorgensen, Model 1898 rifle. Manufactured in possibly 1899. The condition of this Krag is outstanding....
Anderson Dissipator – Recoils Like an M4
Anderson Dissipator - Recoils Like an M4Kraken and I take the Anderson Dissipator out for some test shots. It’s a neat gun. Not sure...
FAL Rifles – The Good & The Bad
The rifle on the right almost caused me physical pain when I saw it at my local FFL. Markywww.John1911.com“Shooting Guns & Having Fun”
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
The Golden Age of Holsters
While attending the 2019 NRA show, I saw a company that I haven’t thought about a very, very long time. Actually I wouldn’t have...
Blaser Rifles
Video — Working the Blaser Safety
The Blaser system is still relatively uncommon in The United States. The safety on this design is heavy since it cocks and un-cocks the...
Hunting - Outdoors - Off-Road
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...
Coyote Hunt – Keeping It In The Family
Coyote Hunt - Keeping It In The FamilyHunting contributor, Jeff A, was out coyote hunting with his wife and captured her very first coyote...
INEOS Quartermaster Positives
INEOS Quartermaster PositivesIn the last Grenadier video I did was to criticize the Quartermaster relative to the wagon version. What we call an SUV...
Podcast
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...
EP-403: K9 Quesadilla
Episode 403 of the John1911 Podcast is now live: Kraken's fire.
SIG sued over AR-15 injury.
Trumps slaps NATO around.
The US Navy runs...
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
Ruger Enters the Suppressor Business
Scott Mayer just informed me that Ruger is now in the suppressor business. They have a Page describing their products and how to buy...
American-Made AKs And More From Century Arms
My first big boy gun came from Century Arms and the company has been near and dear to my heart ever since I pulled...
Stolen Valor For Guns
Marky’s post about the legitimate wear on his little VP9 got me thinking about gun wear and what it means. To me, it’s like...
Silencerco – SAFETY RECALL
SAFETY RECALLThis recall only applies to the following: Omega 300, Omega 36M, Hybrid 46, Harvester EVO, and Hybrid 46M Suppressors Sold Between 6/1/23-10/9/23.A potential...
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
Professional Photo Test 2
Here is the second gun form the photo test. The previous gun was obviously well worn. Now this example is in much better shape. Wilson...
POTD – Kimber K6s
These Kimber K6s revolvers are pretty interesting. I’ve heard they upgraded them even from the originals. Man! The trigger on these out of the...
