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Wilson Combat EDC X9L: 2019 Reader’s Choice for ‘Best 1911′

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FIRST LOOK: Wilson Combat eXperior Series Is a Modern Take on 1911s

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Dan Wesson Wraith: The Suppressor-Ready 1911 Finals Arrives

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The Story of Bobby Tyler and What Makes His Casehardening so Special

Ballistic April/May 2019

The Cabot Guns ‘Big Bang’ Pistols Are Actually Made From a Meteorite

Ballistic April/May 2019

Pop Evil Bassist Matt DiRito Builds Killer 1911s & Helps Kids With Cancer

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Ballistic April/May 2019

Gun Giveaway: Win a Pair of ‘Ballistic’ Engraved Alchemy Custom 1911s

Alchemy Custom Weaponry makes some of the finest, shootable 1911s on the market, so we had them customize two specialty 'Ballistic' pistols for a giveaway.

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FIRST Look: The Nighthawk Custom Firehawk Has a Hidden Compensator

With an affixed compensator seamlessly blended into the gun, the Nighthawk Custom Firehawk is perfect for competition or as the ultimate range gun.

Wilson Combat Vickers Elite Commander 1911 pistol review, range test

Is the Wilson Combat Vickers Elite Commander the Best 1911 Available?

The idea of Wilson Combat teaming up with Larry Vickers for the Vickers Elite Commander should evoke feelings of sheer euphoria for any 1911 aficionado.

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Blaze Ops 1911: Pat Mac, Carolina Arms Group Team Up For Real Combat Pistol

US Army Spec Ops veteran and Ballistic Magazine star Pat McNamara has helped create the Blaze Ops 1911, based on the 1911 Mac used while serving in USASOC.

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Storytelling with the Kimber Warrior SOC (TFS) 1911 Pistol

Should you find yourself in a situation where you have to save the damsel in distress, the Kimber Warrior SOC (TFS) will do the job.

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Mega Makeover: Restoring a Wilson Combat Tactical Supergrade Compact

The fine folks over at the Wilson Combat custom shop restore a "been there, done that" Tactical Supergrade Compact to its former glory.

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16 Important Questions & Answers About the 1911 Handgun

The 1911 handgun has been an iconic firearm for years — here are some of the most important things you need to know about it.

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Wilson Combat EDC X9L: 2019 Reader’s Choice for ‘Best 1911′

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Dan Wesson Wraith: The Suppressor-Ready 1911 Finals Arrives

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16 Important Questions & Answers About the 1911 Handgun

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Wilson Combat EDC X9L: 2019 Reader’s Choice for ‘Best 1911′

FIRST LOOK: Wilson Combat eXperior Series Is a Modern Take on 1911s

Dan Wesson Wraith: The Suppressor-Ready 1911 Finals Arrives

The Story of Bobby Tyler and What Makes His Casehardening so Special

The Cabot Guns ‘Big Bang’ Pistols Are Actually Made From a Meteorite

Pop Evil Bassist Matt DiRito Builds Killer 1911s & Helps Kids With Cancer

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Gun Giveaway: Win a Pair of ‘Ballistic’ Engraved Alchemy Custom 1911s

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Is the Wilson Combat Vickers Elite Commander the Best 1911 Available?

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