The Colt 1911 Pistol

Leroy Thompson (Author), Peter Dennis (Illustrator), Alan Gilliland (B.E.V. illustrator)

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Osprey Publishing
10 May 2011

History; Weapons & equipment

Series: Weapon

First used in combat during the Punitive Expedition into Mexico and then extensively during the world wars, the Colt Government Model (1911) pistol remained the standard issue handgun in the US armed forces for nearly 80 years and has continued in service with some units to this day. In fact, the M1911 has seen a resurgence amongst US Special Operations units as US Marine MARSOC and MEUSOC personnel are issued current generation 1911-type pistols. In addition the pistol has seen service with famous law enforcement agencies such as the Shanghai Municipal Police, LAPD Swat and Texas Rangers. Nearly a century after its introduction, the M1911 pistol remains a popular design and is now produced by virtually every major firearms manufacturer doing business in the USA.

By: Leroy Thompson (Author)
Illustrated by: Peter Dennis (Illustrator), Alan Gilliland (B.E.V. illustrator)
Imprint: Osprey Publishing
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: No. 9
Dimensions: Height: 248mm, Width: 184mm, Spine: 7mm
Weight: 264g
ISBN: 9781849084338
ISBN 10: 1849084335
Series: Weapon
Pages: 80
Publication Date: 10 May 2011
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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Reviews for The Colt 1911 Pistol

It all makes for another superb book and if you are interested in weapons, then this book is very much a must have. Highly recommended. -- Modelling Madness