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  1. Semi-auto Handgun Talk
    Frankly, and I hate to put it this way, but I think this mistake is going to cost Marines their lives somewhere. Here's my take on the USMC's recent pistol decision:
  2. 1911 Talk (formerly Colt Government Talk)
    While shooting my Remington 1911 R1 today, I noticed that sparks were coming out of the ejector port when the shell was ejected. What does this usually mean? The ammunition was Remington 230 grain JHP bulk box of 100 rounds.
  3. 1911 Talk (formerly Colt Government Talk)
    For an early birthday present my wife surprised me with a new Remington 1911 R1. I got the pistol on Thursday (January 5, 2012), over the past weekend I took the pistol out on 2 different shooting sessions. Lets just say I am not impressed. To break in the new pistol, I went to the local...
  4. 1911 Talk (formerly Colt Government Talk)
    If you were going to buy a 45acp, what do you think is the best value for the money? Ruger SR1911 Rock Island Armory GI 1911 H&K USP Ruger P90 - not sure if made anymore Sig Kimber Or something else? About 10 years ago I owned a Ruger P90, it was a nice shooting pistol that would eat just...
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  5. 1911 Talk (formerly Colt Government Talk)
    I have a buddy who swears by Chip McCormick power mags. Has anyone had any experience with these? They're a bit pricey, but if they work as advertised then what the hell. I've tried dozens of "mil-spec" welded bottom mags marked "Colt", and they're all hit and miss with the feeding problems...
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