Widely regarded as the premier production 1911 in the world, the springfield armory trp is proudly crafted here in geneseo illinois and ready for a lifetime of service. Aug 14, 2009 know what your springfield armory firearms are worth with this uptodate 17 page. Springfield armory local and regional history books. Apr 27, 2015 the company revitalized history by reproducing some of the original springfield armory s most distinguished designs, including the m1 garand, the 1911a1, and the m14. The springfield armory 1911 milspec semiauto pistol replicates the gi issue 1911a1, with an arched mainspring housing and a standard spur hammer and grip safety, though constructed of modern steel machined to cnc tolerances.
The milspec, however, is true to its roots and rugged to its core. Springfield pistols, springfield armory 1911, springfield arms, colt m1911. Got this in to present my son with a stainless springfield 1911a1 as well as support tools and data in original plastic case is attractive needs a few coats of satin or high gloss poly u to seal the wood properly internal silhouette insert could be better or redone as this case will be used to present a hand held system that is now. The ordnance department us army center of military history. The model 1911 and model 1911a1 military and commercial pistols, 3rd edition, totals 566 pages. With a huge selection of handguns and rifles, springfield armory is the premier manufacturer of quality firearms for concealed carry, home defense, hunting and competitive shooting. Team room news tv podcast gear books academy crate club shop. The defend your legacy series sales event is designed to encourage new shooters to invest in their first firearm, and introduce valuedriven customers to the springfield armory brand. The model 1911 and model 1911a1 military and commercial pistols. The springfield armory, located in the city of springfield, massachusetts, was the primary center for the manufacture of united states military firearms from 1777 until its closing in 1968. Rifles, springfield armory 1911, springfield pistols, 45 acp, fire powers, cool guns. This pistol is made in batches on a regular basis by the springfield custom shop, and a few examples from most runs are made available for sale to the general public at a selling. It too is a good carry gun, but not much more concealable than my full size springfield armory 1911a1. Retrouvez the model 1911 and model 1911a1 military and commercial pistols et.
These changes were first incorporated in pistols made in 1924. The m1911a1 remained the mainstay of the us military during the korean and. For a very good book about the history and linage of the wonderful m1911 pistol i. Traditionally styled and built on a fullsize frame the milspec features a 5. Give them a call at 18006806866 office hours are 8. Todays springfield armory is the successor to the original springfield armory established in 1794 as the first manufacturer of arms and munitions for the united states military. Originally located in springfield, massachusetts, the armory remained americas oldest armsmaker until it was closed in 1968, with the facilities becoming a national historic site and the main.
Feb 15, 2012 the springfield mil spec is a 1911style pistol chambered for. Military humor, military service, military life, military art, military history, military. From long guns to handguns to accessories, find out what springfield armory has developed and brought to market for you. As its name implies, mil spec, means that it has military specificationsthat is when the military used 1911s as a standard. The trp is based off the custom professional model hrt 1911 developed by springfield armory for the fbi. Altogether some 31,000 m1911s were built at springfield prior to the u. We offer both ww1 era 1911s, transitional and government model 1911s, as well as the ww2 model 1911a1 made by colt, remington, ithaca, and more. To find out i went out to the shooting range to test its accuracyprecision in the field. Pdf download from the standard catalog of firearms. This one has caught my interest and i hope to keep it in my collection if it has sufficient value.
The site is preserved as the springfield armory national historic site, western. Sep 05, 2019 springfield armory 1911a1 milspec part 1 a new blowback action 1911 model with its own heritage by dennis adler. The model 1911 and model 1911a1 military and commercial pistols for. George washington authorized springfield armory to begin manufacturing small arms for the us military in 1794. Since the program was run by springfield, the majority of these pistols are actually springfield 1911s, made by springfield from 19141917. Completely updated pricing for springfield armory firearms with new entries and photos. The springfield custom professional model 1911a1 pistol is produced under. Springfield armory 1911a1 milspec part 1 airgun experience. The m1911, also known as the colt government or government, is a singleaction. To meet wartime requirements, they made 45,000 more, all in 1918. Springfield armory 1911 milspec semiauto pistol bass pro. The program was run by the government arsenal at springfield. The original m1911 went into actual production in late 1911 and the first 50 pistols were shipped to springfield armory on january 4, 1912. Individually inspected by springfield s master gunsmiths, the 1911a1 pistols are built to precise tolerances with attention to detail you would expect from the finest custom shop.
Sep 08, 2017 how precise is the springfield armory 1911 a1 9mm. Vickers guide is a one of a kind tour of some of historys most interesting and rare. The armory tooled up in 19 to make m1911s and help fill initial orders. It includes 84 tables detailing parts and markings and 678 photos and drawings. Kimber, pachmayr, springfield armory, sti, wilson combat, and a number of. March 29, 1911, the us army adopts the finest combat pistol in history. It was the first federal armory and one of the first factories in the united states dedicated to the manufacture of weapons. The model of 1911 pistol is an american classic and has a long and. Built on a forged frame and slide the milspec carries on springfield armory s long legacy of quality 1911s. For collectors only series of books on collectors and antique firearms. From that robust foundation each model is duly equipped and finished in exacting detail. Springfield s loaded parkerized 1911a1 carries custom touches, a nosnag design, and eight rounds of. Know what your springfield armory firearms are worth with this uptodate 17 page. Seal sniper chris kyles most important firearms in history revealed in posthumous book.
The springfield custom professional model 1911a1 pistol is produced under contract by springfield armory for the fbi regional swat teams and the hostage rescue team. The model 1911 is the most iconic us military pistol in history. For more information, please visit the springfield armory homepage. In 1985, after the military began retiring the 1911 model, springfield armory began to manufacture them for purchase by the public. Not as far back as 1974, which is when springfield. With this built in value, youll be amazed it carries a standard price tag.
Argentina, canada and norway have produced 1911 pistols, while between 1914 and 1915, the springfield armory made some 30,000 pistols. Springfield armory images of america mackenzie, alex on. The m1911, also known as the colt government or government, is a single action. Enhanced 3dot combat sights provide rapid sight acquisition, and a lowered ejection port aids in reliable function. Springfield armory took the 1911, a gun thats been around longer than penicillin and dialed up a modern, professionalgrade weapon that has been the gold standard in production 1911s for over a decade the legendary trp. Four different models built from the professor parabellum diy sheet metal derringers plan book. Parts are differentiated by model and manufacturer, i. Springfield armory pistol parts for sale in stock ebay. Get the best deals on 1911a1 barrel when you shop the largest online selection at. March 29, 1911, the us army adopts the finest combat pistol in. My father recently purchased a few firearms from our neighbor who inherited a bunch from his father.
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