Tough, reliable, and timeless—the M1911A1 was the trusted sidearm of American forces throughout World War II. From the trenches to the Pacific islands, this .45 caliber pistol became a ...

During World War II, the .45 ACP M1911 and M1911A1 pistols were popular with American troops, and here we present some imagery of those who trained and fought with “old slabsides.” ...

In this episode of “I Have This Old Gun,” American Rifleman TV staff examine the intricacies of M1911A1 pistols built by Remington Rand for World War II.

As it turns out, Miller has both an M1911A1 and a Glock 19, said Army Col. William “Sonny” Leggett. “General Miller carries the weapon which makes the most sense from a METT-T [Mission, ...