John1911 TV / Videos
SHS 29: Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless (Type 3)
What we have here is something usual. Not because of what it is. But because of it’s condition. The dealer is not representing the...
Video: Shooting the HK VP9 at 40 Yards on Steel
We were out running some drills and decided to take a minute to shoot at some very small steel at roughly 40 yards. 15...
Military Surplus
KIRSCHBAUM & CO. SOLINGEN CAVALRY LANCE
A few month ago I posted a picture of the day (POTD) showing a WWI German cavalryman with a lance. Yes. during the times...
Thinking About a S&W Model 10
I have a theory. I can’t prove my theory. But I have it just the same. My theory is firing a double action revolver...
SHS-68: Romanian TT-33 Tokarev
With the pandemic and subsequent ammunition shortage, I have noticed a greater interest in “non-standard” military surplus firearms. The TT-33 Tokarev is one such...
SHS 30 – Walther PPK 32ACP
What we have here is a German made, pre-1968 GCA import, Walther PPK chambered in 32ACP.This pistol is in immaculate condition. Has original box,...
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
Video: My 1911 Triggers Skills Have Lapsed
I was proving a point about not needing a huge facility to get quality training. Which I did with another video. But what I...
Blaser Rifles
How Not To Blow Up Your Blaser Rifle
Caliber change weapons seem very slick on paper. And in the right hands, they really offer some interesting options to the conscientious end user.But...
Hunting - Outdoors - Off-Road
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...
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...
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
A German MP40 Sold For $12k
I am posting really for my benefit and education. Not being up on all NFA market prices, I was surprised to see this transferrable,...
Not Everything That Glitters is Gold
While at the Indy NRA Show, I happened upon Bruce Gray’s booth. Grayguns has been around for quite a while and has a stellar...
Ruger Ammunition
I first saw these loads at the 2015 SHOT Show under the PolyCase brand, but they have since teamed up with Ruger and in...
Glock Display – Cody Firearms Museum (Hi-Res)
I took these pics a while back while out West on a hunting trip. Currently the Cody Firearms Museum is undergoing a major renovation...
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
Browning Hi-Power in Pakistan
Make: Browning
Model: Hi-Power.
Variant: MK I*
Caliber: 9mm (9x19)
Location: Khyber Pass, Pakistan Umarwww.John1911.com“Shooting Guns & Having Fun”
Professional Photo Test 1
We had some professional photos taken of the John1911 reference collection. This was done to so what a non-pristine firearm would look like under...
