Small Arms of WWI Primer 183: US Colt 1911

C&Rsenal presents its Primer series where we delve into the story of this classic firearm. Complete with history, function, and live fire demonstration. C&Rsenal continues to present in-depth small arms history every other week. Join us each Tuesday! We are a patron funded production, so please consider supporting the continuation and growth of this content at: Prints/patches/shirts from the show: Ballistol Additional reading: Colt .45 Service Pistols: Models of 1911 and 1911A1 Charles W. Clawson U.S. Military Automatic Pistols 1894 - 1920 Edward Scott Meadows The Government Models William H.D. Goddard Ammunition data thanks to DrakeGmbH Animations by Bruno!