Comparing an inexpensive 1911 with a very expensive 1911.
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I wish I was born in America you guys are so lucky! I'm stuck in California
You can always move.
Ha
The entire left coast is the same as is most of the eastern seaboard. Ironically, the two states with the toughest gun laws, Massachusetts and Illinois love the revenue from Smith & Wesson and Springfield Armory. There are 35 reciprocity states with Ohio for gun laws...
@@dannyward6927 based. Left coast. I agree 100%
@@steamerstanley5948 its not as easy as changing your underwear bro
This video makes me feel like I’m spending quality time with my grandpa
same man
Both of my grandads passed away this year and being here reminds me of my time with them
Just a wholesome older gentleman having fun with guns
@@thefermion_ much respect Macro. Its always good that when your learning new things, your thinking of your grandparents. That speaks highly of them as people.
Honestly, he looks and sounds like my grandpa, whos a vietnam vet
Not just guns, this man talks about life. I can listen to him for hours. Just a great human.
Right! Wish he was a family member.
He is my favorite gun reviewer on KZhead, by far!
I've been commenting for weeks to try and get the right people to contact one another to get him on joe rogans podcast. Oliver Anthony was on JRE and he's been on this channel as well. I know the ability to reach out the the proper people is there to make this happen. I just don't know as a viewer of both the podcast and this channel from the very beginning of both, to make the 2 parties come together and create something magical
My first 1911 was a Rock Island. I carry it every day and I've customized it to hell and back. Ran several hundred rounds through it, and the only time I ever had an issue out of it was when I first bought it. Guy sold it to me with a 7 round Colt magazine in it, wouldn't feed right. Went out and bought an 8 round mag and it ran like a dream, still does to this day
I actually just bought my very first gun and it was a rock island 1911. This was 2 weeks ago. I shot about 100 rounds through it with 8 round mags and it worked like a charm. Cool to see others like me
Did it matter what brand the 8rd mags are? I also enjoy the reliability of my RIA 1911 but want to get some more mags…wasn’t sure what brand would be best or if I should just order them through Armscor?🙏🤟🏽🤙Thank you!
@@inigomontoya8565 I used Mag-gar on a recommendation from a friend. They work just fine for me
@@inigomontoya8565 I honestly don't know what the brand is, I bought them from some old dude at the flea market. Had a bunch loose in a case with some snap caps and let me play mix and match til I found a couple that fit and ran well. I don't think the brands matter much, so long as they're not beat to piss
Several hundred?
If you have $3000 to spend, buy a quality $500 - 600 pistol. Then spend the rest of your money on ammo and training. You'll be a better shot than what any custom pistol can make you...
I think most people that buy a $3,000 1911 aren't worried about buying ammo. Probably not even worth their time to negotiate the price.
Much smarter idea . A cheaper gun and good training . Will win over a expensive gun and stupidity 😂. All my guns are working man's guns . And alot of range time on all of them.
theres also this concept called saving your money lol. Not everyone spends all their money every paycheck, especially those who like shooting enough to allocate more of their recreational funds towards shooting.
For all the reasons stated about I declare Glock 30sf and 21 as the best pistols for the working man .
Mark I’d say go for 1k-1.5k and your gonna be plenty happy with that mid range higher end pistol and then ammo.
Grocery Store Clerk: Aww, this old man is buying soda for his grandkids again.
🤣
Soda to shoot at!
Bruh 😂
Lmao!
Lol “old man”.
Hickok45 is a great example of a great human being!
I really enjoy Hickok45 videos. Entertaining and instructive. He has taught me alot. Thank you Sir!
I’m Vietnamease born In America. This channel has been my Saturday nights lately! Gun talk Life talk Thank you SIR!
You are American then, a natural born citizen, born on US soil.
@@Joemondaking that’s the laws of the land. I’m viet blood first American second you get it ? I am American yes by law but by nature viet.
@@MikolDaw-km7ns just say you’re American is my point dude
@@Joemondaking I’m not confused you are lol I know I’m American born. You forget the location is the influence but the blood is the origin. Don’t let the laws man created shape your norm completely !
@@MikolDaw-km7ns I understand you completely. People act like ancestry doesn't exist.
I love how he doesn't immediately start trashing the "cheap" pistol, and even has positive things to say about it.
The Rock Island is a good gun, just not made with the attention to detail that a Wilson Combat or Les Baer 1911 would be. For a practical gun that will fire when you need it to, a Rock Island Armory, or others such as the Springfield Armory or Ruger 1911's will serve very well.
I bought a Kahr Arms/Thompson Auto Ordnance .45 GI model almost 20 years ago for $600. It has out performed my bro in law’s Kimber in both precision shooting and reliability.
There’s not really any bad things to say about the rock Island
The Lizard King unfortunately there are a lot of people that will flat out trash a RIA. All because it is cheap or isn’t a Dan Wesson or something else like that. Like the trigger pull could be like 1 pound more and it’s “this trigger is terrible. It takes so much effort to use”
Lakota Mccracken I couldn’t be happier with my RIA
"$500 is not cheap." Thanks, that's exactly what I was thinking.
$500 is really cheap for a 1911 specifically. Most entry level ones of any kind of reputable brand is $700.
500 is cheap for something you rely on. Do you rely on a $500 vehicle?
@@SuperBikerboy101 Why are you telling me? Tell Hickock, he's the one who said it. The last gun I bought was $800, but that doesn't make $500 cheap. You know, just like the man in the video said. Cars? Wtf.
@@SuperBikerboy101 no I rely on $180 vehicle to get me from A to B
$500 is a basic price for a somewhat cheaper hand gun. Sometimes you get lucky and end up with a real jewel.
You just made me pull out my WWII 1911. Beautiful weapons. My father passed it down. He served in Luzon.
Do not sell that ever
Luzon is in the Philippines. Your gun is a forefather of the Rock Island/ Armscor 1911.
That is where he served our country.
As a blacksmith, thank you for shedding light on just how long the polishing process can take. The difference is inversely exponential, so as you get to those higher grits and such, it's really hard to tell the difference. This sometimes meaning going from grinding to filing to dry sanding, then wetsanding to polishing numerous times with different compounds, wheels, and techniques. I'm only an amateur blacksmith, and my work sometimes sees 10+ finishing techniques, so I can't even imagine how many a master gunsmith might use.
The process has diminishing returns*
Polishing helps not only asthetically but functionally. If you have a mirrored slide rail, it's going to have less friction, and wear out less fast, than a 36 grid rough slide that scrapes the lower receiver rails. Same with a knife. Less friction makes easier cuts, and extends the duration of your blades sharpness. I'd assume for high carbon steel it also makes more rust resistant. Having less tiny divots and pores in the steel would mean less areas for rust to form and pockets to retain moisture. That's just my perspective, I'm no scientist 😂 Good luck brother enjoy your rare and badass craft!
EDM stones are like permanent sandpaper, check ‘em out if you haven’t seen them before. They’ve replaced my polishing steps almost completely.
@@3vanguardofthephoenix335 higher polish sctuslly reduces a knives edge retention. It doesn’t make sense but that’s what the data snd actual use say. Also, friction would be reduced by having a super rough surface finish. A mirror polished blade will bind up in cheese for example, than a knife with a rough texture. It’s what makes the natural forged finish on knives actually functionally desirable. Almost everything about knives is like the opposite of what you’d assume.
"inversely exponential" is simply "logarithmic"
Imagine being shot by guy and hearing that chuckle from a distance
ya you just not gonna hear it
@@inyourfaceicity5604 Depending on where he hits.
You'd never hear a thing.
Many a hogs shed their life blood on his blade.
This reminds me of the Seth rogan videos that the algorithm videos force down my throat
Me: *opens video* Hickock: So anyway, I started blastin.
Yeah about
You can’t kill the bunny, he’s got my soul!
Im crying right now, thank you for this comment
Lmao YES
I wonder how many more morons will post this and think they are clever and creative
I love you show no bias in your reviews. I spent years in the military with Colt 1911s. Once retired, I found 1K+ 1911s cost prohibitive. After watching your video, I gave the RIA 1911 FS GI model a try. Outside of changing the grips to checkered rosewood, I love the weapon. Once broken in, it willingly eats anything I run through it. Thanks for what you do!
bang
I hadn't heard of RIA, but I shit when I saw how affordable they are. I got my daughter a TM22 rifle and it's nice. Maybe I'll give the 1911 A1 a try.
Does yours feed hollow points?
@@realwelder3529since my original reply, I’ve added the commander and double stack to my collection. The commander is now my winter EDC. I use an Sig 320 compact for my summer EDC, both chambered in 45 acp. EDIT: I forgot to add, Each of the RIA’s and the Sig love hollow points after being broken in (100+ FMJ first).
@@realwelder3529 I have a RIA two-tone "Rock Series" 1911 and it's been absolutely amazing for a $500+ firearm... When I got it, I ordered it online (cheaper) and had it transferred to a small, local gunshop (that has since gone out of business) - it was owned by a relatively young Army veteran who was trying his hand at becoming a gunshop owner and half-assed gunsmith ... I remember picking it up and him telling me, "I'm not going to lie to you, when I saw the order, I thought 'oh look, another fuckin idiot buying a cheap imported gun, how quaint... AND THEN I took it out of the box and saw it and messed around with it and couldn't believe it ... the slide-to-frame fit was like something out of a magazine! Never seen such build quality, I was blown away!" - I guess the deal is , the Philippines gun industry has very, very skilled builders and craftsmen working in the gunshops ... and I read that if the average Amercian-build gun has 1, at most 2 hours worth of "human hands" attention, the Filipinos spend 10-20 hours hand-fitting parts, adjusting and blending and tuning the guns in ways that you'd have to spend $1000s on semi-custom to custom 1911s in the USA. Just saying, I love mine.
I can definitely say that the cheaper ones are surprising as far as the 1911 goes. I have a Tisas 1911A1 from Turkey, and it's one of the most dependable guns I've ever taken to the range. I bought it brand new in the box for around $380 a few years ago, and while the price has gone up a bit since then, I think it's still less than $500. The weight and recoil is nearly identical to more expensive ones, as well as the contours and the way it rests and points. It's not the brand, or the price tag, it's the design of the 1911 itself. The 1911 is such a perfectly designed gun that it's hard for manufacturers to mess it up. My tisas has been my EDC since the first time I took it to the range, and I honestly can't ever see myself shelling out $2000 or more for something that isn't much different overall.
That's what I got! I have not even shot it yet. It was used at $400 and maybe shot a few times.
I ordered a part for my Tisas A1 from Wilson Combat and the fellow who was helping said "that is one fine firearm" for the money. That sealed these Turkish guns for me forever. Just look at the quality of the military hardware they put out of which Tisas is one manufacturer.
I can't support turkey. Super iffy country even though they are a part of NATO. Not even sure why we are allies with them. I don't have a problem with the Phillipines though. People will be like, so what. Well look at China. We made China what it is today and look at how they repay us.
@@jasonbrown5014 good for you?
The Turks make some pretty reliable firearms
Hickock is more accurate with pistols than most people are with rifles.
In some cases, yes.
The man can shoot!
Unoriginal comment. Sorry, but at least you are watching.
Correct!
@N8 Rice ok
My old grandpappy gets confused between guns and music. When I asked him to bring out his old 45's, instead of his vinyl record collection, he brought out 2x 1911 from WW2.
Is the 1911 model the most active pistol
Denis Laliberte - by far the most produced pistol, it’s like the Kalashnikov of pistols
🤣
.......welp..... I Ain’t complainin
I've got a Remington Rand 1911 A1. In my opinion a better looking gun than either one of these. Granted I'm sure these are more ergonomic, but I like the old school parts.
I bought a Rock Island 1911 (Tactical, IIRC) a number of years back. The only thing I did was polish the feed ramp which really helped feeding hollow points, and swap out the wood with a wrap-around grip which I personally really like.
RIA here same one in the vid. Was a present from my dad and mentor. Same gun my mentor carried and it will remain the same one i carry
Always important to keep in mind that a $3,000 gun isn't gonna make you any better at shooting. This guy's just really good at it.
Exactly. The experience may be a little nicer though. I can shoot my basic Glock 17 just as good as my Sig P226. The P226 is just smoother and more enjoyable to shoot for long periods of time.
@@2KCamaroZ28SS mostly true, but anyone can shoot a cz tso more accurately than a glock 19, so more expensive guns can definitely help you shoot better. Great sights and a light trigger, usually found on more expensive guns help a great deal.
Anyone who has handled pistols and rifles can adapt to the weapon in front of them. But, there is that special pistol that fits and feels just right. My pistol of choice, I would love to get my hands on one of the 1911's that I handled in the Navy, but those are not really available at a reasonable price. I will take a Smith & Wesson 1911 Special Ops any day over the rest.
It may and it may not. My Ed Browns are guaranteed to shoot 1.5” groups at 50 yards from the table they were built on. I don’t know what a inexpensive 1911 is capable of.
@@dannyward6927 personally, with my limited experience with firearms. (Only shot 12 times in my life, 5 different(Colt 1911, Glock 19, Baretta 9mm, Sig Sauer P320 and a 1873 revolver of which I forget the name) pistols, 3 different ARS (Ak, Ar15, and FN FAL, all made into singlefire of course) and 4 shotguns of which I only remember the Benelli M2) and I can say for my current preferences, I prefer the Sig, The FN FAL and the Benelli. They fit in my hands PERFECTLY, I love these firearms just from the feel, but also because I feel more comfortable with them, I become a bit more accurate in my experience between other guns. Do these guns have drawbacks? Naturally every firearms does, so I'll admit these are the guns I love so far..hopefully when I can afford my own I'll be able to experiment more.
This guy is a national treasure. Such a good soul and a joy to watch.
I agree, Friend.
It is one hell of a great opening.
Now imagine he was the spokesman for a feminist movement, still think his a national treasure?
@@aeon_waltz4591 noo
Very True!
wonderfully informative for a new gun owner. i'm just getting into the world of guns and this helped me understand the landscape of a new hobby just a little bit more. lovely video, thank you.
I got the RIA 1911-A1 because it was my first foray into 1911 and I love it. Budget friendly and effective. Good job Rock Island Armory! Fun fact RIA got the designs for the OG colt model and gave it to their manufacturers in Philippines to make it and if you know the history of the 45 acp ammo, you’ll know why that’s ironic or poetic Justice etc.
Yeah, made to kill the Moros of southern Philippines.
Every gun in Hickok's hands looks like a compact.
The 92FS sized up well on him
no wonder when he's 6'8"... that man is huge
@Guero7000th He's really 6'8"
hes actually 6’8
Looks like a combat
Guns are a lot like watches. You don’t pay 10k for a Rolex cuz it tells time better you pay for craftsmanship
h0773ck3r you don’t pay because it shoots better, you pay 3k because you want to flex at the range
Hey, a great painting is $2 worth of pigment on $1 of canvas. And a lifetime developing the skill and inspiration. To hold such a fine example of human achievement in your hand is wonderful.
A Smith exactly 😂😂
@@5000rgb Or some idiot sneezed in his paint can and sold it to a bunch of rich suckers for $1 million.
LMAO if anyone thought a Rolex could tell time better than a $5 Dora the Explorer quarts digital watch they'd need a reality check.
Just found this channel and WOW, glad that I did. In my early 40s and just now learning about guns and building a collection/arsenal and this is my new favorite place to be. Great video!
Out of all the gun channels YOU are by far the absolute best! Very informative and fun. I have learned more from you than the rest combined! You are definitely the Jedi of gun knowledge!
This guy's grandson is propably the proudest man in existence
Random kid: I bet my grandpa can kick your grandpa's ass! Hickok's grandson: 😏 *shows this video*
@@metal665lica so true🤣
His grandson would never get bullied
Hickok’s grandson: shows kid first 15 seconds of this video. Other kid: 💩
I don’t think so. But if you’re referring to *existence* (which is a word that we learn to spell in 2nd grade), then you might be right.
I honestly thought the silver one was cheaper since it said “special forces” on the side, kind of like what you’d expect a toy gun to say on the side.
Lmao
the black one just looks so much nicer
Thought the black was more expensive because of the way they're organized in the thumbnail
same
LOL same here!
I dont bash any inexpensive weapon without firing it first. I have a cheapo hipoint carbine with a 100$ optic on it. Shes a brute
Great video I appreciate the way you instruct and educate. Peace and blessings to you and your family
no matter how many times i watch this man shoot a pistol, it is crazy how good of a shot he is at distance
Truly great
I have the same thought
He is at that no doubt.
He did a vid about aiming. Haven’t hit the seat pissing since.
for real
Is this the coolest old person on KZhead? Yes yes he is
Lou from 'Tips from a shipwright' is just as cool, just in a different way.
Nobody like his comment out of respect for Hickok 45 :,)
Robert Ellis too lol
Scotty Kilmer (auto mechanic) is the coolest
@@r.k.1355 him and Lynja are pretty cool
You Sir are my favorite channel. I spent a lot of time getting trained as a US Marine in a high op tempo unit and deploying etc. I don't need someone giving me the hard core commando stuff. I simply want calm, thoughtful opinion and some good entertainment. Thank you.
I wholeheartedly agree with your assessment, that is why I also enjoy Hickock so much; extremely informative and helpful, and back. I've gotten real tired of all the gun channels where the person feels they need to act "cool" (of course in their opinion) all of the time, ugh.
I don't care what the Kimber lovers say. If that $500 handgun can go BANG every time with any brand of .45 ammo, that's good enough for me. My .45 is actually a Heckler & Koch USP partly because the external functions are very similar and it was the cheapest .45 handgun in the whole store. The store owner test fired it when he got it and said it was ridiculously easy to put 2" groups on a target at 50 feet. I was sold and walked out the door with the USP. It is comfortable, easy to shoot and very reliable. The odd dual spring in the recoil rod does work. It soaks up a LOT more recoil than a regular one. I would recommend the USP if you want something different but still in .45. And yes, it's accurate enough to remind me that I don't practice enough with it, LOL...
From the thumbnail I thought the black one was more expensive
@@Carl_McMelvin ? ? ?
@@cortex8239 its a joke bro
@@Carl_McMelvin H u h ? ?
It's a beautiful sidearm I think. Like it's so iconic
Same here
Damn I'm jealous of you yanks . I like in Australia . Never give up your 2nd ammendment rights guys
Come on over!
Yeah! Come on over!
Been over but with a group and only for a couple of weeks, didn't have time to do any shooting really
Come on over! The wars not over! So put your weapon next to mine! Then well shootem down the line!
@@bradstephens4268 If you're ever near Cincinnati, send me a message.
I love the speed of your videos - you can see that round coming in before impact.
First time on this channel. Is incredible the degree of good vibes this great gentleman is capable to put on a video. And he even has a soothing voice! Simply amazing! Instant like AND subscription
500$ isn't cheap for anything eh?.... *Slaps roof of car* Boy do I have a deal for you...
X'D
Can u do 3
@@joeybonzo7135 would that be in bitcoin or shekels?
LOL
i was thinking the same thing
Hickok45 is like everyone's gun-dad.
So true. C’mon, son, lets go shoot. OK, Dad.
I feel like I would go over for Thanksgiving dinner and shoot the sh*t and guns afterwards.
@@slanlesnee9538 I check with him before I buy any firearm.
The uncle grandpa we *actually* wanted
@@jerrytaylor4078 I moved from Maui to a rural town in S central Utah a couple of years ago. That stuff (C"mon , son...) actually happens. A lot. One of the reasons for moving here.
I just bought a Taurus 1911 and only had it about 2weeks I took it to the Gun Range and ran 200 westchester's 230gr through it with no hiccups ran perfectly Plus this is my 1st 1911 I love it.
I own 2 Taurus 1911's in 38 super. Excellent firearms, and it's a shame they discontinued that caliber.
Yeah, Taurus gets a “bad rap” sometimes - and they have had some “down times” over the years in their quality control. However, by and large, they’re pretty good guns for the money. I’ve got a TCP that I carry when I go somewhere I can’t carry something bigger than I can put in my back pocket. It’s probably the cheapest gun Taurus makes and it’s never failed to fire at the range. (And I own lots of guns ranging in price from $150 to $1500)
No edits just straight facts on ol school priceless knowledge...Thank you
Does anyone else appreciate how good of a shot my man is?
I think this every video of his.
he ain't good as me,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
@Laurence Pinney are you kidding? they are extremely accurate!
OLSKOOL especially when Hickok45 is behind the trigger,,, 45 is his middle name
With him being like 6’8”, I bet his right index finger is heavier than the draw on any DAO on the market. 😂
“Thing shoots well!” Has there ever been a firearm that DOESN’T shoot well when Hickok’s running it......
probably has half a million rounds through 1911s alone... just incredible skill and fun to watch and learn
Hi point 9mm pistol.
Patricia Mingo the man is a genius with deployment of lead objects thrown in the direction of targets. It’s almost ridiculous how good he is.
Mrbridge11 I said a firearm, not a paperweight.
John Proctor it’s a paperweight that I wouldn’t want to get shot by.
Thank you for the informative and interesting video. I purchased a ColtM1911A recently, and I appreciated the accurate education.
Hickok !!! Always coming in clutch with the reviews!! Love your videos!
"I don't go around buying $3,000 1911's, but I just sort of ended up with a couple". LOL!!!!!
Exactly
It happens. I keep accidentally acquiring 9's. Idk it happens
Idk this wilson combat sfx9 just ended up on layaway the other night!! Whoops
Got to throw that in just in case She is watching..lol
@@davidadamsbigred1 They breed in the dark of the safe. I'm convinced 😂
So, the video's verdict: just buy the $500 one and adjust the front sight.
And cerakote the barrel.... polish the insides. Keep it clean.
@Caden Malcolm That was dumb. It is supposed to be kind of heavy. Just buy a Glock if you want it light.
@@alberto3814 I'd take a Glock over a 1911 any day.
@@pewpew9193 Professional shooters usually prefer the 1911
@@alberto3814 I don't think I seen a single 1911 at the last 3-gun competition I went to. I don't think I'd make such a broad statement as "profesional shooters prefer 1911s" when in reality they aren't all that common outside of bullseye shooting.
The way this guy is expressing is just next level. Good job.
Hickok - you really are a class act. Excellent video and commentary.
As a nation, we must protect this man at all costs.
I'm pretty sure he's alright, have you watched his videos?
I definitely second that!!!
I pity the person or people that step on to his property with malicious intent.
We need Hickok45 to protect Betty White. LOL
As a world* lol
in my opinion the 500 dollar 1911 looks alot nicer than the 3,000 dollar 1911 i love the black with wooden grips
Agreed
I think thesilver looks better theres way too many guns that are black and brown silver is quite unique
Way better looking 👍
@@H_Lenoble Most 1911's portrayed in movies and games are silver so, a black 1911 is actually more unique lel. But yeah, most handguns are black colored
Me tooooo!!! I fell in live could got a tiger 45 more bullets but damn that wood grain looks sneaky with black
Always a nice and pleasant man to listen to talk about firearms
I definitely appreciate your channel and what you do. I actually prefer the lower priced 1911s compared to the higher ones One Rock island armory and one Tisas
"I'm not a machinist" No, you're the machine.
There is only one machine... Bert Kreischer a.k.a. Burnt Chrysler
0:00 how I get rid of spiders in my house
'Merica
Lol I honestly use a daisy red Ryder
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You and I both, brother. I saw a Wolf spider once. I'd hit him with some 6 shot out of my Taurus Judge if he were in my house. I know how to patch a hole.
User Deleted *shoots* THIS IS AMERICA
I've got a couple of friends with those Rock islands are very nice and they shoot really good
As always loved your video. You made an excellent point with regard to "class envy". I've fired friends high end 1911's and borrowed a RIA from a buddy while we were hunting in Montana for a side arm. I'm my experience (and I emphasize that) I had more memorable malfunction in the high end and no issues I could recall on the RIA. With that said I think that maybe I was a little more critical on the high end ones about their malfunctions because they did cost more. I feel I may have had lower expectations on the RIA. With that said, I got the RIA for my collection, love it, works great. All I can say for certainty, in a collection it is the appreciation of the tool and all of its quirks, regardless the cost. Thanks again for another great video!
The $3000 gun likes to sleep in the safe, while the $1000 gun likes to get outside and play.
I would carry the $3000 if I'm paying to protect my life.
@@GODh8sfag5 Eh the 500 gets it done but I see ur point
Mine don't. They go to the range regularly. I bought them to shoot and I do. Your safe queen trope is fiction from people who don't actually own a gun that expensive and want to make themselves feel better.
@@buckhorncortez Sure, Whatever.
@@buckhorncortez really? My 5000 dollar gun pretty much never gets shot
In my opinion, the most honest gun reviewer on KZhead.
I like Paul Harrell as well.
@old man strength No thank you lol
@old man strength No, lol
I truly enjoy these videos seriously. Smooth delivery, great info and straight to the damn point. Remind me of my dad seriously
Aaaaannnndddd he can shoot the headlights out of a Hummingbird at 30 paces
Hes does a real good job in these videos.
Such a likable and very knowledgeable chap! That would be fun to visit and have a go at that range of yours!
I’ve been watching him for around 8-9 years and I’m just realizing how good of a shooter he is. His accuracy is insane
I have not seen a great deal of his videos, but I knew he shot accurately until I saw this video. Now I know he shoots accurately and very fast.
He hasnt missed a shot since the Vietnam War
He will take your gun and out shoot you.
and the guy is low key about it. He isn't talking about how great his accuracy is. those are two of the biggest things for knowing whos opinion on a fire arm you should be taking seriously.
How did you watch him for that long and just now realize how good of a shot he is? What were you watching? Lol
Looked away from 1911s for my first carry handgun because of low mag count. But i got the brightest idea from that intro, ill just carry two.
There's a lot of carry guns chambered in .45 acp that are better than any 1911.
@@Bucknasty84k10 Examples? I'll most likely go with a 1911 anyway because it's just such a pretty gun. I will gladly look at any suggestions you give me.
@@zephyr3332 kahr p45, sig p250, Ruger sr45, Glock 30/ 36, S&W M&P 45c. Most major handgun manufacturers have offerings in .45 acp in modern platforms.
@@Bucknasty84k10 I've got some research to do...
@@zephyr3332 just Tom cruise it with a usp .45
You make any bad day better ! Thanks for the videos ,education, and full entertainment 👍
This video helped me decide to buy my ria 1911. I’m a year and half and 1700 round through it and I’ve hade 0 malfunctions. It feeds every type of ammo I’ve given it and it’s accurate and fun to shoot. Thanks for the video
This guy gives off an air of experience and knowledge that a lot of people lack when discussing firearms. Love this content.
Probably because he is very obviously experienced and knowledgeable. ;)
You can tell he truly loves it
He's also super honest and humble about what he doesn't know - and doesn't try to be the sole authority.
He’s actually a teacher by profession, too! so he’s pretty good at explaining things in a way that’s engaging and easy to understand.
Probably because the man's a true gunslinger, one of the best in the world tbh
Do I know guns? No. Can I own these guns? No. Am I still gonna watch? Uh..yeah?
Best comment lol
My country doesn't even let us get empty shell casings
@@AiryAary commie
@@trevorwilliams6246 The person you replied to is from Singapore (not a communist country).
@@trevorwilliams6246 not a commie
I have the Rock standard 1911.. over 1000 rounds and no misfires. Initially had a sticky mag ejection, but was rectified by Armscor as warranty. The only issues ever encountered was a few FTE using aluminum casing. Bot in 2014 $500. the Wilson Combat mag works well also, in addition to the provided mag by Armscor. The ProMag brand didn’t do well, and had issue of gun slide not staying open after last cartridge was shot. I’m happy with this piece.
2 things from a Brit. 1 I would love to own any 1911 here but I can’t 2 my grandad said a second class drive is better than a first class walk ~ budget level is great… love what you love
I just can't imagine someone making the mistake of breaking into his house.
get turned into Swiss cheese faster than you can say "Oh SHI-"
“Ayo this old dude has a military base in here”
@@darxis8822 🤣😂😅
People doesn't break into his house. Fans would probably drool over meeting Hickok45 and his compound, lol.
@@cougar2k720 I live about 30 minutes away from him. I see him and his son at gun shows from time to time
I have been shooting for almost 30 years, am my department firearms instructor, owned a gun shop, etc. and I swear Hickok45 has forgotten more about guns than I will ever know! A living legend!
If he smoked less pot, he'd remember even more.
@@vodkaone1053 No way does this guy blaze fine buds, i'd take him for a whiskey drinker if anything.
@@shanghunter7697 he smokes flower pots with his guns..
@6432 23 Dtwse Obviously Shang hunter didn't 😮
@@shanghunter7697 you must be new here
I enjoy watching your videoed, you give fair and honest reviews. I purchased one of my firearms based off one of your reviews and got a good firearm.
Thanks,I always enjoy your videos and the 1911 is one of my favorites!
Never get tired of Hickok45 1911 Vids!
Great video! I have 0 complaints with my Metro Arms 1911. It goes boom, hits what I shoot at and never malfunctions. Im satisfied.
I have one of the cheapest 1911 I know of a regent. I love it. Its accurate seams to have a nice trigger. Sights leave some to be desired though.
I feel the same about my R1 carry. Great shooting, tritium front sight, way more accurate than I am, and only cost me shy of $600. The bluing is already coming off, but hey that's what happens when it spends more time on the belt than in the safe. Bottom line you get a lot of gun for that lower asking price.
truth
"and never malfunctions." Then you clearly haven't shot it a lot or ran it hard.
Yep my SDS 1911A1 shoots very well!
I have a Kimber Custom II that has been great, but I just took the plunge on a Dan Wesson Valor, which is generally seen as the entry point to the "really good stuff". Can't wait to pick it up.
Yes I know the Rock Islands and the Taurus 1911’s both used forged steel on frame and slide! Which is a huge thing for me especially at an affordable price range!
As a Rock Island owner, can confirm they work.
Definitely good guns but my magazine wouldn't drop out smoothly with the included mag. Gotta nickle plated kimber mag and the problem went away.
Their Double Stack 1911's rock. Wife and I each bought 1, 3 weeks ago.
I have the double stack 10mm and the gi .45. Both have been great.
@@techfixr2012 That's good to know. Thank you.
Can you upgrade with any 1911 parts? Thanks man I've only built glocks and ARs but I want to buy an inexpensive 1911 and add parts if possible.
I actually like the cheaper 1911 look better, stainless is sorta meh to me
Agreed. ThE stainless looks soulless.
I have this Rock Island and it's a good pistol. Well made and reliable. I put a set of Altamont rose wood grips on it to dress it up a little. I heard somewhere that they are made on actual Colt tooling acquired from Colt, but I couldn't swear by it.
@Anton Zuykov It's a reference to a song.
Personally I feel like straight stainless in a pistol looks cheap. They just have no class. Now a two tone 1911 is a thing of beauty. This is solely based off looks.
Killssouls i had a 2 tone rock island it was pretty cool it was gold and black
Thanks for this. I've had an RIA Citadel model for 10 years. Has serrations on slide, skeleton trigger/hammer and i think different barrel(?). Only mod is a Hogue grip. I prefer larger grip feel. Shoots flawless. I've shot the Kimber, Wilson and others, very nice but glad I saved myself a couple grand. If I had to use it as a duty gun, I might (big might) consider the Kimber or another gun. But my RIA has served me well. Smooth shooter.
Thanks for this video. I just bought a SDS Imports Tisas 1911 for under $400 yesterday. I haven’t tried it yet, planning on going to the range next weekend to try it out.
"Of course it matters who has the bigger stick BUT it matters a hell of a lot more who is swinging it"
Not if your gun jams which the cheaper one would be more prone to.
There's a point where that's not true. But I get the point
john wick is proof of that 😂
That's what I tell my girlfriends
@Guero7000th i haven't bought a cod game since black ops 1
"Century of service and ready for a 100 years more" -Ahoy
Ah, I see you're one of culture as well
@@strider1trigger38 Ah, I see... You're one of culture as well.
I love my Rock Island 1911. It's reliable and fits like a glove. Greased it day one and it's just smooth, never had an issue with it! Also love the videos keep doing what you do!!
Thanks for doing this video. It explains a lot. I'm trying to figure out what to buy as far as a 1911.
This is the most American guy
Nation’s pride 🦅🇺🇸🔥
Raw Grandpa energy
Correction it’s Ron Swanson
*Matt from demo ranch*: am i a joke to you?
complete with "There are gunless children in africa"
Not going to lie, I was lusting over a Wilson Combat 1911 and feeling poorly about my Rock Island, but this video really made me appreciate what I've got. Thanks kindly, great video
I have a Taurus PT1911 and it's been flawless (USA Model)
@@shadowopsairman1583 i also have the Taurus. I honestly thought for a few mins the stainless one he was testing was the one I got.
It was this video that tipped me toward buying one of these a few years ago for $439 at Bi-Mart (well, him and Paul Harrel). First handgun I ever shot. Some time later got a Colt Government model (.38S). World apart in feel and finish. But I never stopped appreciating my Rock because it introduced me to 1911s. If all I ever saw were $900-and-up from brands I would have trusted I would have wondered what all the fuss was about and may have overlooked the 1911 as an option. Now I keep an eye out for the right Colt in .45 but even when I get it, I'll never get rid of that Rock.
You could always get custom work done on it. I love it when people get their guns customized. Way more personality.
A rock island can be upgraded its a 70 series
Im glad i found your page, i xan learn alot from you, like the gun is its own tool box using its parts to unassembled and reassembly if needed.
I was a tanker in the US army, and we carry the Colt 1911 or the Springfield 1911 and I loved it. I remember being trained to assemble, disassemble, and do a functions check blindfolded.
I served in the Marines and the RI 1911 is a very close model of the military version. If you want a "good" 1911 look no further than the RI 1911-even today with prices going crazy this weapon makes the most sense for most shooters.
totally agree i have had 6 of them and they function flawlessly . mybrother knew ed brown when he was getting started. love the ria i have had the high end but put my life on the ria any day and on a daily basis
Buy a $500 1911 then a AR15, a AK, a 30 06. And of course home defense 12 Gauge. Ammo..... There's your 3 grand spent wisely. You have everything you need to train with...
I don't have a 1911 or a 30-06 but I have several of everything else plus some lol.
Ill trade out the 30-06 for a 308.
New idea spend it on metal and a drill press and handcraft the entire us milltary weapons ever deployed from ww1 to 2020
3000$ i have a p226, m4, sks ,12ga ,1911 and gsg16
chang sig p226 can get pretty pricey. I saw a legion go for $2,000.
Great job you are one of the better channels on the tube.love to hear common sense
I would love one of those vintage 1911 hickok45 . I've tried to get a hold of one of these for a while now, unfortuately it's so rare and unavailable. Love this video, I've watched it over 15 times.
I love the fact that, after all these years, you still giggle after firing off a few rounds. I'm new to this whole thing and loving your videos.
Right? Found this channel a few days ago. Would love to hang out with this dude and go to the range.
Thats the best part. That little giggle of wonder he still has after what must be millions upon millions of rounds fired. The man just loves shooting shit and he loves it.
This guy is more accurate with a pistol from 200 yards than I am with my rifle and bipod
Yeah yeah!
Lets goooooo
You need more practice
@@1111stunna1111 Ima kid but I hit the target just not always the bullseye
@@wesippingjuiceforlife6993 beat me to it! 😂
I just got a RIA FS GI for under $400. I'm really impressed with it. This is a great video. A $3k gun is usually going to be better than a low end gun, but that doesn't mean the low end gun is bad.