The Gun Digest Book of the 1911: A Complete Look at the Use, Care & Repair of the 1911 Pistol, Vol. 1 (Paperback)

~ Patrick Sweeney (Author)

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Product Description

From the publishers of Gun Digest® comes a comprehensive book on the most popular pistol in the world, the Model 1911.

This complete guide to the Model 1911 covers maintenance, improvements and accessories to maximize the performance of this famous gun. Top semi-custom guns are tested and evaluated as this book compares each model and variation. The author also includes repair tips and information on buying a used 1911.

-Comprehensive companion book to annual Gun Digest® issue
-Complete guide of all models and variations of the Model 1911
-More than 700 photos aid in detailed identification
-Tips on buying a used 1911

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Gun Digest Books; 5 edition (October 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0873492811
• ISBN-13: 978-0873492812
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #155,291 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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24 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not the definitive work on 1911's..., October 6, 2002

By	Steven Crummy (El Cajon, CA United States) - See all my reviews

Quite honestly I found this book mediocre at best. It's something of a "Jack of all trades, master of none" effort. If you're a big 1911 fan then you might consider this book, but if you're not, spend your money elsewhere. One good point, there are detailed examinations of 23 different kinds of 1911 pistols which is great if you want an STI or an Auto Ordnance, but where are the various Colt models in detail?

16 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Left me feeling wanting........., September 11, 2005

By	RR (Vermont, USA) - See all my reviews

Somehow, if I had spent the time reading the book a little before purchasing, I wouldn't have bought it. He talks extensively about competition rigs, rules, etc. which I had no interest in. I have yet to see a gun rag writer talk honestly about guns. Ever see a bad review in ANY of the gun magazines?

12 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars READ the book . It is for all 1911 fans., April 17, 2004

By	David Thomas (LA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Read more than the table of contents! Some people have obviously rated this book without reading it. The Author explains why some guns are included in the test and others are left out (in 2 Places in the book). The author also talks about and praises his personal "Colt" 1911's. So you Rampant Pony fans should not feel left out. This book is obviously not ground breaking as there have been many books about the 1911, but it is very informative (gunsmithing, tactical course, competitions,& reloading). It provides an indepth comparison of the wide variety of the modern makes of the 1911.