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Ayoob: The 1911 at War

The 1911 is the most modified pistol ever. Starting in the 50's with gunsmiths like Austin Behlert, and Armand Swenson, the quest for the perfect combination of accuracy and innovation, the 1911 was the weapon of choice to improve.
Colt had the corner on the market, and became the base for accurizing. Ambi safeties, fitted bushings, improved sights, compensators all evolved first on the 1911.
Now, all those innovations are standard for just about every handgun sold on the market. I have several 1911's in my stable, all are accurate, and dependable. I would carry any of them any day of the week, especially the 1911 pictured here. This one started as a drawing on a napkin. It has all the bells and whistles, and accurate.
My favorite and the one I carry the most.

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There is an interesting flip side to the use of the 1911. My grizzled old ROTC (Jr) Sergeant/Instructor once stated to us something that stayed with me all these years. The 1911 was responsible for more injured and killing of our own troops than the enemy!
How in the world? I guessed that it must have been accidents, drunks, etc. Nope, turns out the the Army did a study after WWII that came to that conclusion from other causes.
You can find it with a quick search. None the less, I have my example still!

Studies indicated that the M1911 pistol was responsible for more injuries and fatalities among U.S. soldiers than against enemy combatants. This reflects a broader issue of soldiers' reluctance to fire at the enemy during combat situations.


Findings on the M1911 Pistol​

Overview of the Study​

Research indicates that the M1911 pistol was responsible for more injuries and fatalities among U.S. soldiers than against enemy combatants. This highlights a significant concern regarding the use of sidearms in combat situations.

Key Points​

  • Higher Casualty Rates: The M1911 pistol caused more harm to U.S. soldiers than to enemy forces.
  • Soldier Reluctance: The findings reflect a broader issue where soldiers often hesitated to fire at enemy combatants during engagements.

Implications​

This data suggests that the design and use of sidearms like the M1911 may have contributed to unintended consequences in combat scenarios, emphasizing the need for ongoing evaluation of military equipment and training practices.
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