Tag: Wilson 1911
Steel 9mm 1911 Recoil
Some of you have seen my recent MEMEs calling for all 1911s to be in 9mm. And while I understand that is a very...
eXperior Trigger Control
The trigger on the Wilson eXperior is much “crispier” than on the EDC X9L. It’s been about a decade since I ran such a...
Wilson eXperior First Shots
So…after the astounding success of the Wilson EDC X9L pistol, I was curious if a single-stack version of the gun was available? It was...
Draw From Concealment Work
Just putting in some work with my carry gun: EDC X9L.
I know I kinda harp on it but it needs to be said. If...
Empty Chamber Slide Drop – How It Happens
1911: Empty Chamber Slide Drop - How It Happens
I have noticed a sudden uptick of interest in a video we made a few years...
EDC X9L – Why The Big One?
So…some have asked why choose a 5” model of 1911 as a go-to 1911? It’s mostly personal preference, but if you must:
I like...
EDC X9L: Extractor Design
The EDC X9L pistol is a 1911 built for modern duty standards. And anyone who is truthful about the original 1911 designs knows changing...
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...
Carry Guns & Gloves
Another thing I like about the Wilson X9L is the increase in trigger-guard size. Any CCW gun that is carried daily ideally should be...
Relearning Malfunctions
Switching to a red-dot on my CCW gun has brought up an interesting development I hadn’t considered: Malfunction clearance drills.
For going on 30 years...
The Hillbilly Drill
While on the range loading mags, I happened to notice an usual situation. At least unusual for “professional” gun ranges. I was sitting on...
EDC X9L Holsters & Mags
The Wilson Combat EDC line of handguns gives the user two magazine options. A flush-fit 15 rounder and an extended 18 rounder.
Both magazines work...
Retention Holster Work
The best way for me to get used to a retention holster is to practice using it while actually trying to do something else:...
EDC X9L Reloads
There is no excuse for not getting quality reps in. Don’t have a holster for that gun? Mag carrier doesn’t fit? No matter. You...
