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.
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...
High Density Pistol Storage
Update on the armory’s new rack system. The biggest appeal of the Secure-It rack systems was it’s high-density storage approach.
Look. I get it. It’s...
EDC X9L: Modifying The Keeper
I’ve had some inquiries about this so here the photos. Let me state that modifying a holster voids any warranty and opens the user...
Secure-It Rack Install Update
So…the new rack system is coming along. It hasn’t been all sweetness and light (logistic issues). But overall this is a very solid system....
Does Brass Hit The SRO?
A viewer was looking at some images we posted of the SRO a top the EDC X9L. The SRO attached shows some wear on...
Blaser Tac 2 Law Enforcement Buy
It has been brought to my attention that a US based police department is negotiating a ONE-TIME buy for Blaser Tactical 2 barrels. These would...
POTD – The 13 P’s of Gun Wear
Pistol princesses post preposterous pictures
of pistols posing perfectly per peer pressure
to peacock profoundly.
—Marky
POTD – Weapon Rack Test
We have installed a small corner of the weapon rack system for the new armory. It’s slow going. Missing parts. This section was supposed...
EDC X9L Spring Change Schedule
The standard spring that comes in this gun is 14lbs. Users can choose to put a 13, 14 or 15lb spring in these guns.
Additionally,...
Mags, Mats and Shok-Buff’s
Generally it is accepted practice to have 3 mags on hand for a pistol to be “useable”. And that is true. For people who...
Blaser Tac 2 Protest Overwatch
With all the Marxist violence that has been taking place across the country, our nation’s SWAT teams have been very busy. Why you ask?
Simple....
Dot Torture Victory
5 shots.
5 yards.
1 ragged hole.
Two handed.
EDC X9L.
Trijicon SRO.
124g 9mm.
I’ll take it.
Marky
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PSA- Stake Those Link Pins
It’s been a long time since I have seen one of these malfunctions. Probably because I haven’t seen a 1911 without a staked link...
