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.
Video Short — Glock Red Trainers
The Red Glocks are what we call classroom demonstrators. These are legally considered firearms by the BATFE even though they come from the factory...
Video Short – SIG 551a1 a Good Truck Gun?
Why I choose the SIG 551a1 as a truck gun. I am not saying it’s better than an AR. Just listing the reasons why...
Video Short – Norinco Model 77B Magazines
Why have a rare gun with only 1 magazine when we can really double down and scoop up some more. Already these mags are...
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....
Where Did CMP Get Krag Rifles From?
Where Did CMP Get Krag Rifles From?
So with the news of CMP releasing 800 Krag Jorgensen rifles, the first question is where did they...
POTD – Swollen Nuts
True story. My truck is in the shop with “swollen nuts” so I am driving the 911 to the John1911 range this week. -Marky...
My SKS Story – Don’t Sell Your Guns
Ever sold or gotten rid of a gun only to find yourself replacing it years later at 12x the original cost? Well…welcome to the...
The Strongest RDS Plate?
Perhaps this is a rhetorical question that only interests me. But with all the drama on the internet regarding broken RDS plates, I figured...
Do All Holsters Break?
Do All Holsters Break?
Just like the title says. Do all Kydex holsters break? At least AIWB rigs? For me personally, I am getting about...
Norinco Model 77B – Manual of Arms
The Chinese Norinco Model 77B. It has come peccadillos for sure. The highlights:
You might need to utilize the “two handed crack” to unlock...
Video Short – Bringing Back The EDC X9L
Video Short - Bringing Back The EDC X9L
After a short hiatus, I am bringing back my main squeeze. The Wilson EDC X9L. According to...
The CMP Has KRAG-JORGENSEN Rifles
Nobody seems to be able to give me a straight answer, but CMP is currently disposing of about eight hundred 30-40 US Army, Krag-Jorgensen...
Vyper Stool – Elevated Steel Max
Broke down and purchased one of these fancy stools for the new cleaning station at the John1911 range. The store bought hard-ass specials were...
How I Run a Single Sided Safety
The original 1911 has a single sided safety in the format for right handed shooters. In it’s modern form, it is considered the single...
