The M1911 is the OG pistol that’s been used in combat from 1911 well into the 2020s. ... “You know, ‘Wow, I wish I had a pistol that held less ammo.’ I’ve never said that.

Last year (2011) marked the 100 year anniversary of Browning’s M1911 pistol design, produced by Colt. This is made all the more remarkable in that he also designed the .45 ACP ...

The M1911 is the gun upon which the modern Kimber Mfg. is built. The gun is made by big names including Remington , Ruger , Smith & Wesson , SIG Sauer and Springfield Armory.