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Few handguns have shaped American shooting culture the way the Colt Government Model has. When you hold one, you’re... The ...

I’m about to give those who tease me about my advanced age more fuel for their ribbing by writing about my favorite carry pistol — the 1911 Government Model .45 ACP. I have owned three since I was 14 ...

In 1971 Colt unveiled a new modern service pistol, one that the company believed was the natural successor to the venerable Colt M1911/A1. At first glance, the Model 1971 looks very similar to the ...

** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. ** The Colt 1st Model Dragoon was ...

As many as 10,000 of the 1911A1 pistols may be released for sale by the US government. The 2018 National Defense Authorization Act has a provision requiring the sale of between eight and ten thousand ...

Looking for the best Colt 1911 pistols for CCW or general use? With over 4.2 million units produced since its introduction in 1911—including licensed copies—the Colt 1911 remains a timeless choice for ...

The 1851 Colt replaced the three versions of dragoon revolvers that came before the 1851, as it was lighter making easier to carry on a man's belt. It remained in production until 1873 because of its ...

They say it’s an ill wind that blows nobody any good and so it was with the war between Mexico and the United States which, in 1847, was instrumental in resurrecting the firearms career of Samuel Colt ...