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- Some comparison and fun with two of the most popular pistols on Planet Earth!
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Imagine breaking into hickock's property and hearing his kind and relaxed laugh as he shoots at you.
Sounds like the plot of resident evil 7
You wouldn’t hear the shot though😂😂😂
@@logankyllonen1657 Stay at gong distance and you may have a chance.
@@edwardsallow8931 doubtful, he’s good even with a pistol from that range
"let's try this moving target.....wrong house, buba."
The best gun is the one you like, shoot, shoot well, and take care of the best
Therefore a CZ75B
***** Psychic,huh ? You also have a thing for ' sphincter's ' ? I've been here this long which means I've lived a lot longer than some,maybe most. Done a lot more than some too. Guess, I did something right,huh ?
***** Sorry,it took so long to get back to you Matt,but you're right in my opinion. I agree.
Exactly, that's what I tell people.
That would include all my guns.
I carried a 1911 more than 50 years ago, on duty during the Vietnam War. In recent years I bought a 1911, but I thought it was heavy to carry, and chose some lighter guns for concealed carry. Then I started developing recoil sensitivity due to some old injuries to my hands, then later started getting arthritis pain in my trigger finger. I experimented with a lot of handgun types and calibers, eventually going all the way down to a .22 LR for concealed carry. Then out of curiosity I decided to fire my Kimber Micro 9 again, and was surprised to find the recoil pain was much lower than I expected, presumably because of the narrow grip. So I then decided to try my full size all steel 1911 again, and was very surprised that the recoil really didn’t hurt at all. It is a Kimber Custom TLE ii, so it also has a very smooth trigger. And I tried more ways of concealed carry, and have found several that allow me to carry for an active 12 hour day without too much discomfort. So I am once again a happy 1911 shooter, and my accuracy keeps getting better despite my medical issues.
A 9mm Officer model 1911 should be an easy shooter for anyone with conditions you described.
Ah, Yes. The circle of life.
I fell you.....Getting old SUCKS!🤣🤣🤣🤣
1911 fan here too. Not old or gimpy yet, but I prefer small CCWs, and I've found the Glock 42 to be my favorite.
The 1911A1 is heavy but so well balanced in the hand. Beretta 92 is too, but that one is too big for concealed carry.
The racking of the slides while empty is the equivalent to a manual transmission checking it’s in neutral 🤣
We all do it too. 😅
You should see people who are big into folding EDC knives. Being able to open and close it incessantly is called "fidget factor." They take it seriously
Do you not work it when it's new so that it jumps instead of having to drag it past the threshold?
Why would you sharpen a shovel?
1911 vs. Glock is kind of like comparing a Zippo to a Bic. They both do the same thing and the Zippo will require a little more upkeep on your part but the feel and the sound and the history can't be compared. I appreciate them both but I just love the old heavy piece of steel.
possibly the best comparison i have ever heard, would make sense coming from someone with a clear sense of good weaponry (ccw .357 mag here)
357magman haha man so true
357magman I carry the Glock 27 because I like the power of a .45 but the speed and penetration of a 9mm so the .40 fits perfect. But my 27 weights 21oz unloaded and the normal 1911 weighs 39oz unloaded.
The 1911 is around 8.6" long and my Glock is only 6.4" long.
It's compact when I need it to be and if I need I can pop in a 15rd mag and it then has a full size grip.
Or if I want I can pop in a 32rd mag and have plenty of ammo.
My Glock is also 1.18" wide and the 1911 is 1.34" on average.
Coming from about 20 years of shooting and shooting all kinds of pistols the Glock has to be my favorite for numerous reasons.
I've had plenty of 1911's that will not feed cheap ammo reliably, collects dirt and powder way to easy, and I absolutely hate hammers on guns. I don't want an external hammer for anything.
My only gun I have never once had an issue out of so far is my Glocks. My Rugers, Kimbers, and Sig's i've had stove pipes and misfeeds but my Glocks even with 1,000 in one shooting session not one single issue.
I like shooting 1911's for fun but not for everyday carry and especially conceal.
Kevin V Thank you for explaining your preference without bashing either platform. This Glock Vs 1911 is ridiculous. Everybody has their personal preference.
David Horgan I believe points and discussions can be made without name calling and acting like fools.
I see it this way. What ever gun you can shoot comfortably and defend yourself is worth carrying.
Happy Shooting
Back in the day when we ran out of all eight rounds, our heavy 1911 45s made lethal butt end clubs.
Pistol whippin. It doesn't get any more classy
82 Luft Meanwhile you're clubbing away with a metal piece, I'll still have 9-10 more rounds.
Amaethon you'll need it unless your being attacked by Antifa kids or Justin Bieber
kayok07 I'm gonna need something bigger than a Glock if that's the case.
82 Luft the greatest gift to man would be extended magazine for the 1911 or a drum magazine for it lol
Got my first 1911 back in 1974 and it's NEVER had a failure to fire after countless trips to the range. Mine is the Remington Rand model from WW2 and very accurate. It's a historical piece that likely saw real action. It will be passed down to my daughter since she enjoys shooting it.
When I was 22, I received a 1982 Colt Series 70 from my grandfather as a gift. Now I'm 35, I still carry that old heavy piece of steel every day and consider it perfection.
10 years later and this is still such an informative and well made video.
Yeah. I'm trying to find my everyday carry. This was SUPER helpful.
@@St.Raptor what did you decide to go with?
@@St.Raptorwhat did you pick??
@@jmejia3549 Decided to wait sadly. Not the right time to own a gun. But I'm going to go with a cheap 1911
@@dylankorpi137 Decided to wait sadly. Not the right time to own a gun. But I'm going to go with a cheap 1911
You are a brave man, Hickok45. Pitting the 1911 against the Glock. Both have cult-like followings, lol.
Respect...
The_Musty_Yoda who’s gonna square up on Hickock?
@@geicogecko5077 demo ranch
@@geicogecko5077 ya it's funny how that works, anyone else would have been crucified
If anybody can do it right he can.
Have both, the glock is a tool. The 1911 is a work of art. Pleasure to shoot goes to the 1911. Looks goes to the 1911. For me, manual of arms goes to the 1911. OTOH, SHTF durability VS todays target model 1911s, goes to the glock. (OTOH, if you have a GI 1911 - those were made to far more loose tolerances - I'd call it a tie.)
shooting a 1911 at a german door....how fitting
turbonut20v lolololol
Looks like it's still usable to me
Glock =Austria ........Achtung: not Australia (haha) ....we have our own top manufacturers here in Gerrmany!
turbonut20v That was clever. 👍🏻
Its True
Watching this in 2023..
I love the Colt 1911 s. As a machinist I appreciate the machine work that goes into them.
Unless you have large hands 21 is not comfortable. 1911 is like shaking hands with an old friend.
The 1911 is the Golden Retriever of guns.
Have to agree own both and the 1911 fits so well in the hand. Glick just dont feel right
Al Copp Ditto!
Al Copp I couldn't agree more, such a great analogy!
Get the Glock 21 SF(small frame) it fit smaller hands more suitable
looks defiantly go in favor of 1911. Just a great looking gun. When I think handgun, I think 1911.
drake man
If you collect multiple guns are you using them all for battle?
A gun collector might as well consider aesthetics.
+Toveri Juri i really want a double stack sti purely because 1911's are so gorgeous. I just like the extra capacity in a carry gun
Chris Perry
I really doubt there are that many people who think that 1911 is the optimal carry gun.
But for gun enthusiasts there's a lot in that gun, from it's history to aesthetics. These things matter too.
I like a 1911
+Toveri Juri I seriously carry my 1911 all the time.....I like the ability of having a full size gun that is slim and easy to conceal.....and before the comment is made that 1911s aren't easy to conceal.....let new say I'm 6'1" and 280lbs....I have plenty of body mass to conceal a full size pistol.....I've tried both the 1911 and Glock 17 and prefer the 1911 for comfort and overall performance in my hand...keyword "my"....but I love taking my Glock to the range and not having to reload as often lol
I've had my 1911 for 40 years. Flawless, reliable, iconic.
No comparison 1911 all the way
105 years of service. Its sold steel. Its heavy and accurate. Its a 1911.
Austin GX it’s Also inferior to what’s out today
Stan The Man like what?
eggrollsoup modern guns like a glock that can hold more rounds, weighs less, and is more reliable
@@stantheman2387 and less accurate
Luis vejar nope just because you are a lousy shot doesn’t make the gun less accurate
The best pistol is the one you have with you when you need it!
@SpeedBird and not jam
So a j frame?
Fr
The one that took down the threat in front of you when it actually happens will be your new favorite gun.
No I'd rather fight bare handed then use a plastic pos
This dude straight outta pocket with his accuracy....I heard he was the original John wick and they made the movies about him.
.45 huh? Incredible. The feeding ramp is polished to a mirror sheen... The slide's been reinforced, and the interlock with the frame is tightened for added precision. The sight system is original too. The thumb safety is extended to make it easier on the finger... a long type trigger with non-slip grooves... A ring hammer... The base of the trigger guard's been filed down for a higher grip. And not only that, nearly every part of this gun is expertly crafted and customized.
Hi Snake.
man of culture
You can buy them like that out of the box for 20 yrs now.
Both excellent guns but I just love the look and feel of the 1911. Been around for 100 years for a reason!
I Nominate hickok45 for President!... We Feel safer already! -- You are the MAN!
I seriously have way too much fun watching hickok45 shoot ! I'd kill for a day on the range with him & Jon, tough work but somebody's gotta do it hahah love it !
The ONLY drawback of the 1911 is the round capacity IMO. Some might say the weight but that weight is what makes it so perfectly balanced against polymer frames and such a smooth firing masterpiece. The 1911 is a timeless American design, all others are imitators.
I used to make fun of people who bought and shot Glocks.... I was talked into buying a Glock by Hickok45 and I haven't looked back since... They are very generic but they go bang every single time you pull the trigger..
It's like comparing Ferraris to Porches. They're both great machines, and when you learn to drive either one well you'll keep up with anyone on the track. Maybe even win a race or two.
The 1911 is always going to be my favorite Pistol, most likely.
Glock's are nice and all, but no other Pistol tops the 1911.
nobody is better than this channel . a Journey around the close up quality of hardware . So well done we see the wear. The go to place for bullet curiosity.
It all comes down to personal preference. How many of us are actually going to use our guns in a defensive situation? VERY LOW. Most shooting is done at paper targets, trying to shoot tighter groups, as shooting is a hobby. So I believe you should own something you feel comfortable with, that you enjoy to shoot, and that you shoot accurately. One is not better than the other. I know many glock owners who can't hit the broad side of a barn with all 15 shots, and I know some 1911 owners that can hit you at 25 yards with a single shot.
John Dietz I haven’t shot a paper target in years and I shoot my gun on the usual
John Dietz how bad do you have to be to miss all 15 shots?
Any firearm will take down a threat when it comes down to it. Some just may take more shots. I agree that you should just shot what you enjoy and don't worry about what others think. Your gun, your money, your life!
I suppose since 1911 Owners have less but more powerful shots, they have to make the most of their shots
John Dietz agreed
No comparison whats so ever.. The abilities of a 1911 platform can't be matched. 102 yrs long of tradition and history, used all over the world, even by many countries Military, elite special forces groups, swats teams, shooting competitions, you name it. Glocks are good, reliable handguns and that can't be denied, however. 1911 is on a whole different level.
11 years ago you enjoyed shooting those things ALMOST as much as I enjoyed watching... today. Thank you.
I've come to notice that Glock owners are notorious for dumping the mag , as to where 1911 owners take more pride in utilizing each round for what it's worth. I side with the 1911 all the way. Call me Old School.
It’s the difference between having 15 rounds in the magazine and having 7
Glocks carry more rounds
@@greatestever7623 I'll take quality over quantity.
@@karlchilders3127 lol
I know I sure as hell do. At most, I’ll let pairs fly. But I’d rather wait a second or two for an assailant to start firing at me so I can ensure I have proper cover and sight picture and make sure my first shot does serious damage.
Most self defensive use of firearms involves pistols being fired 3 times, from 3m or less, in 3 seconds or less.
I’m not planning to dump my mag at any threat. I trained plenty in the Army on how to ensure target picture and target identification are properly set before pulling a trigger.
You could get a dozen gun enthusiasts into a room and ask them what is the best pistol, you might get a dozen different answers, all making good points. Yet someone will bring up the 1911 and the fact that the 1911 is even in the debate after over a century of service? Truly AMAZING! Still, that dude in Austria who made curtain rods created what I believe is the best pistol one can find today and I have owned both 1911's and Glocks. The Navy Seals seem to agree as they have now gone for the Gen 3 Glock 19. I give respect to both John Moses Browning and Gaston Glock.
+John Sparks Well said.
+hickok45 I met you at the Nashville Capital during "Guns Across America" Jan/2013. It was good to see you there and hello from Knoxville.
Although I know there is a ton of sources reporting the SEALs have adopted the Glock 19, and I know they have used these guns for years, there is no official source that confirms the SEALs have adopted the G19 for its standard issue sidearm. That said, I have carried a Glock 19 for years now, and love it. I also love the 1911. Two of the best designs ever, both of which literally revolutionized the handgun market.
Special forces Marines now using colt 1911s oorah.
Gator Mack actually, no. They use Glock 19s.
I carry my Remington 1911 R1S cocked and locked wherever I can and I love it. Regardless of capacity and size, I'm comfortable with it and that's what matters.
Old guy here. A plastic gun just didn't seem right when they came out. I have had 2 1911s, a CZ75, Browning High power, Smith & Wesson 3rd generation auto and a few others. None of them have been as reliable, goes bang every time, does not rust, is accurate
As the Glock 17 I carry every day. It is lighter too.
I'm about to buy my first .45 and I'm leaning towards the glock 21 ...after watching this I'm alot more confident I'm making the right choice
What are the reasons you prefer the Glock?
@@WanderingExistence I liked the way it fit in my hand ..the fact it held 17 ..shooting it felt nice n smooth ...wasn't crazy expensive and tbh I jus like the look of glocks and it was easy to find parts online
but I really do like 1911 that's my first gun
I love my G-Lock
ended up getting a glock 26....I love it
Dean Winchester from supernatural shoots colt 1911
Hickock45 for President!!
was watching this with my headset on and thought the mosquito was in my room
edward saenz lol me too
LMAO
I just slapped my ear 😆
Way to go Hickock, great videos bud. I watch em all the time.
Hickock, You cemented my choice of my 1911, Thank you for all your info and knowledge sir 👏😎
Thank you for all of your sacrfice and hard work at the range Hickok. You are truly a saint sir.
i'm biased towards the m1911 because it's american made and has been effective for about 100 years, so there must be something good about.
American made is superior to austrian made in your opinion?😂
Nah, it just seems reliable.
Find out for yourself which one is better for you.
Phantom CZ is the 1911 at its pinnacle. :)
CZ 75 better than both of these pistols.
Is it the hand gun designed to knock down the natives of the Southern Philippines? Well, they are still there and growing in numbers.
I am not a Glock fan and have never been, even when I was forced to carry one when I was in law enforcement. Have owned 1911's since the 70's and love them. They are 2 totally different animals.
Typed in the exact description and your awesome vedios popped up. Thanks man!
1911's are completely badass, glocks however are a modern day combat pistol. In this day and age i'd pick the modern combat pistol over the vintage, in practicality of course. I deeply respect the 1911, but the high capacity and durability of the glock is superior in my book. Again, in this day and age
+Andrew Clark Use a wilson combat 1911, there is nothing like it.
+mutiracialbeatdownPB
You could have a Glock in every caliber for the price of a Wilson lol. They are probably the best 1911s though.
DemocracyOfHypocrisy True, however once you use one you will understand it's worth it. Only glocks I have are a 17, 29 and a 40 and they are okay aside from the terrible grip angle.
+mutiracialbeatdownPB
I'd like to have one but it won't replace my striker fired guns as my go to.
Have you considered HK's guns? They are polymer framed and high cap as well as having exceptional triggers on the hammer fired ones. (I have both hammer and striker fired of the exact same gun and the hammer fired is better)
John Browning made the 1911 have an 8 round capacity, because he said anymore than 8 rounds of .45 ACP was too much power for a single man to yield.
RaininPayne2 how many rounds would it have if was designed for a married man?
Apple Lysol 😎 I like them both. No bias here.
Raymond Denno
Most defensive situations take place 0 to 15 yards.....if you can't make one land then you went meant for this world
If you can't hit with 8 rounds you need better training :D
@@davidbrown6773 so true. Police used revolvers for years and that was 6 rounds. If you can't hit your target in 8 rounds you need more practice. People are just careless with their shots, I mean look at the sights on the BLOCK their not as nice as a model 10 or a 1911. The sights are so fat.
hickok45 is the best has happened to the gun community every video is very interesting
Really enjoy your putting in hard work 😁 Glad there’s somebody that can.
Use both, love both.
This is the correct answer.
(At least for me!)
Since I've come to know all Hickock's videos are made of pure awesome, I'll just go ahead and thumbs up @ 60 seconds in.
if you prefer the 1911 over the glock but don't like the limited mag capacity then you have a few choices such as the Para Ordinance p14 or the rock Island tactical ultra fshc45 both double stacked with mags upto 17 round capacity
I don't think I've ever seen him shoot so much in one video. I Love it!!!
Anyone notice that bird at the beginning that was just screaming? Lol.
Sounds more like a treefrog calling.
Those are frogs.
Ah, we don't have tree frogs where I live.
unitedgray
We don't have lions where we live either, dummy.
Thank you for doing all this hard work.
I have learned so much from your videos.
Keep up the great work!
Love all the videos hickok!
Nice Comparisons. Thanks hickok45.
mankind broke the mold when the 1911 was designed and its my favorite type of .45 handgun
There is nothing more amusing than watching a retired old man squeeze off about 20 lb of lead just because he can, and get more views than tighty video, God I love America.
Hey, I "resemble that remark"; I'm not retired or old. I'm a young guy, and this is my job. Too much to do to retire. By the way, who or what is "tighty"? :-)
Bobbie Bigg so true
hickok45 you keep it up I love watching your vids keep em coming
"Tighty video" is adult content of young girls making men aroused.
It's a business expense for him.
This guy is as American as BBQ chicken! Love his vids! I love my country, and served it proudly for 8 years. We love our guns and cars! Keep the vids coming Hickok!
Way too much fun there, Hickok! I smile as I watch! LOL
Both are great pistols.....but the 1911 steals my heart. It just has so much poise and classiness to it. Beautiful design as well.
Makes you realize how expensive shooting can actually be. Looking after he shoots the Glock with 10 or so magazines of 13 rounds give or take, your looking at a 100 bucks or so with 3 boxes of 50 plus tax. Expensive but Fun!
His sponsors give him ammo
lugmuffin123 Yeah I know he gets ammo by sponsors, but I was referring to myself or others who would have the same kind of training/fun to this degree.
I imagine that even Hickok had to supply his own in the beginning of his channel being launched years back.
+WOLFMAN idk where tf you're shopping but in my area you can pick up a 50 rnd box of 45 auto for 13 -15$ lol...
Saint Louis, and for target 45 ACP ammo with tax ran 30 bucks at Cabelas. Granted this was about 18 months ago, but the price seems to stay in that ballpark area on pricing.
+WOLFMAN learn to reload I shoot for $9/box if that lol
I love the woodland creatures in the background. You can tell they're used to the gunfire.
This guy puts a smile on my face every video.Thank you Sir
Americans are freakin insane! I LOVE IT!!!
you should come here then, experience the American dream
+RomanAutomotive I like your car.
No.... we are free, there's a difference.
RomanAutomotive We're the only country in the west where the people truly live and practice our culture where as Europe's culture is reserved specifically for tourist attractions.
RomanAutomotive yes, Sir... We are. You are welcome to invade at any time.
Or just come shoot some targets for a bit.
+Juan David is commenting on every single post defending the Glock; face it son, that box that shoots bullets doesn't compare to the oldschool masterpiece that is the 1911
Actually it does compare. Each gun has is *great* in it's own right. Get your head out of your ass, son.
According to you.
Oldschool doesn't mean better.
Glocks are more affordable, lighter, more reliable, and have higher ammo capacities (even their ccw models). Plus they have more varieties in ammo and size.
1911s are more expensive, heavier, less reliable, and are always limited to 7 rounds a mag.
Sure, 1911s are prettier and have that oldschool classic nature to it. They will always be more impressive to own and beautiful to look at, but if we're comparing them objectively for a combat situation, a Glock always wins, even if it's not as pretty.
Adam Gold What is the reason "why the Army and the USMC do not want striker fired pistols?" Seriously.
Adam Gold
Agreed. They specifically demanded double strike capability. Since the Glock did not posses it, it did not qualify. I think probably the worst thing about the Glock is its ugliness :) Other than that, it is quite a good firearm.
I just never get tired of hearing this good man laugh and have a good time! =)
Is that a dinosaur screaming in the background?!?! LOL
Hickok is such a good shot
Got'em both and proud of it!!
The beauty of the 1911 and the available grips and the history of it gets my pick ,I have Tupperware guns and I see the attraction of lighter carry but the thinner 1911 prints less for me and I feel I have a peice of real hardware in my hand ,love your videos and keep sending lead down range for those of us who cant afford too at the moment you give us hope and its almost as fun watching your videos as it is going to the range and I dont have to clean my firearms after watching lol ,I like working on my firearms but enjoy shooting them more
I think you are the best for the comprehensive look at both of them being you are a big fan of both
I want that wwII colt
"Come and take it"
Lol
yeah its awsome
1911 all day baby
Furious George glock es superior
@@morfeodelossuenos3574 you never shot 1911,didn't you
I remember when the Glocks first came out, people sneered at them as plastic guns etc but they really won people over.
I love the comments on Hickok45. No negativity. It's just friendlies being friendly
My preference,based on my experience with both weapons, would be the 1911. I carried the 1911 in the Marines from 1976-82. This was my first experience with handguns so I have that sense of familiarity. I first heard good things of the Glock in the mid80's and was open minded. In 1987 I was attending a FBI firearms instructor class and a fellow student was carrying a Glock 17. While on the line the Glock went full auto when he fired his first shot. He pointed it at the ground until the mag was empty. Not impressed. In 1996 my SWAT team was T&Eing a Glock 40.sw which exploded while being fired. The eye protection saved his vision and particles had to be removed from his cheers. Additionally, during some SWAT operations I have found it necessary to "pistol whip" combative suspects with my 1911. The metal magazine well was clearly effective to achieve pain compliance . I don't believe the polymer Glock frame would have be as effective. I carry a 1911 today. I'm aware that Glock has rectified these functionality problems and is today a excellent firearm, I never experienced such issues with any 1911. This is just my experience and preference, yours may be different.
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I've shot both the 1911 and the glock, and the 1911 just felt better, the glock is a good gun, but I'll go with a 1911 any day of the week
Like you I learned on the 1911. Navy from 77-83. I didn't have to carry it, just qualify twice a year at Little Creek amphib base. I still think that design is the best, feels good in the hand and points naturally to me, just not as many rounds as a double stack. But, I also like the Glock. I've got about three thousand rounds through a 23 with no failures at all with all kinds of ammo (over about ten years). No failures with my 27 either. Still like the 1911 better though. Like they say YMMV.
I think all the dislikes were due to zero 1911 failures hahaha. Good video
29.30 slide failed to stay open when empty. 🥺 sorry bud cant beat glock reliability
@@wis1024 wtf dude this comment was made 7 years ago get out of here
@Nate Z I could say the same man hahaha
My carry gun is a 1911 Springfield Armory Ultra Compact in a Galco IWB leather holster. I installed Truglo tritium/fiber optic low profile sights. Glow nicely in the dark and light up like neon in daylight. Chip McCormick 8 rd magazines have excellent springs and followers. Leave them loaded for long periods and the springs will not set on you. My standard carry round is the Hornady Critical Duty 220 gr +p or the Remington 185 gr Golden Saber bonded. Both of these rounds perform very well in a compact 1911. Thanks Hickok for this video. 👍❤️
Lol at 0:35 I yelled *YEAH BUDDY!!* and Hicock proceeds to say "yeah buddy", ooh what a coincidence! hahaha
I have a Gen3 G19 that I carrry daily, a Gen3 G34 as my tactical gun and they are tough as nails, i have at least 4000 rounds out of them between both guns, zero malfunction with shitty ammo (Russian Wolf Steel case ammos to be exact) , works in any condition, I barely lube my Glocks or even do maintenance on them, they work flawlessly. I have a Kimber SIS that is an awesome gun to shoot, but I hate it because its a prom queen, you can't even use the wrong type of ammo in that gun without it jamming, if I were to go to hell one day, I will bring my Gen3 Glocks with me any day.
My 1911 sounds like your Glocks and your 1911 sounds like an over priced piece of shit. Not trying to hurt your feelings or anything. I myself love my 1911's, but if they wouldn't feed anything I gave them to eat I wouldn't own them anymore. What's the point in having a sophisticated single shot pistol? To say you own a Kimber? If I were you, sir, someone at Kimber wouldn't be walking right due to me shoving that pistol up their ass. If I pay even $500 of my hard earned money, I have certain expectations. If I pay what you most likely did for your Kimber, anything short of outstanding would be absolutely unacceptable.
This is why the Glock faboys have such a strong argument against the 1911. Is the 1911 a bad gun? Absolutely not. Despite the opinions about how old it is, it is still the measure by which almost ALL semi automatic handguns are measured. That being said, there are lots of manufacturers kicking out 1911 clones that can't make a decent pistol to save their lives. Therefore there are more bad 1911's out there than good ones. As I mentioned before, for $500 I expect a lot, and even though I'm not a Glock fan, you get much more than what you pay for with a Glock in my opinion. The reasons I don't own a Glock are totally personal preference and mostly ergonomics. Even at that, if one came up for sale for the right price I would buy it in a heartbeat.
I don't take anything personal, nor am I trying to defend my Glocks. I am just stating my personal experience between the two pistols. I expected more from my Kimber SIS for what I paid for it, but unfortunately my Kimber SIS is a high maintenance pistol, I took it to several armorers in town that were experienced with match grade 1911s and 1911s in general, nothing is wrong with the weapon, it just has somewhat tight tolerances. Its an awesome gun to shoot like I said, I just don't like having to always do maintenance on it. For the price I paid for it, i could have bought a half decent AR15 and build it up.
Don't get me wrong, the 1911 is a great gun, the main reason why I personally prefer the Glock is because it fits into my hand perfectly, it's easier to operate, and I honestly won't feel bad if it gets all banged up and scratched up during one of my shooting trips where I'm constantly running and shooting from different covers.
Great comparison video.I subscribed to your channel.I like the way you(unlike so many others)don't swear by one particular gun while swearing at another.When you have a quality firearm it really is pretty much subjective/personal preference and you are smart enough to realize this.I also like the way you don't act like some know it all.While I'm a 1911 man I still like my Glock 23 and 30 and plan on getting a Glock 21 and HK USP.45.I look forward to watching the rest of your videos.You are one of the few gun channels I subscribe to and watch because you do non biased comparisons and don't act like a jackass.Keep up the good work.I look forward to watching the rest of your vids.Can you do one on the HK USP.45?
Love your enthusiasm old man! Rock on! Throw that lead!
I think they are both wonderful pieces, but there is something beautiful about that 1911. It’s heavy, but the vibration from shooting it and recoil seem to be controlled by the weight. But either one is a win in my book. They’ll outlast us with proper care.
Porsche 911 is faster, quicker and lighter than an old 57 Chevy Belair, it's to big and heavy, what do you need all that chrome and tail fins for? Just somthing cool about getting behind the wheel of a cherry 57 Chevy.
+Creme De La Creme
agree with you, but weekends were made for big fins and shiny chrome...
+Creme De La Creme
Yeah man! supercharged and wheelie bars, you can really customize the 1911, no one else will have one like it...
+Creme De La Creme
Amen brother!
work hard, play hard...
+Creme De La Creme They're are 1911s for $800....
s a 1911 a 1
I think the dif. in width is in relation to the mag. size...Single stack vs. dbbl. stack. Which also has an effect on grip size. Glock is much wider due to it's dbbl. stack mag.
For CQ I like the new Colt Defender, also in .45 ACP, but only has a 3.5 inch barrel with ergonomic grips...
Steel vs. polymer? Let's see how a Glock fairs in another 60 years...
I have a 1911 and I'm old school and I love having a hammer. Not only do I want to know my gun is safe I want to know yours is too. We all know that one guy...lol
Hello Sir. I am a 41 year old Canadian boy that is about to do my fire arms course and purchase my first firearm. I am very excited to do so and this is the first video I have watched on such content. I truly enjoyed watching your video and found you quit pleasing to listen to. I enjoyed your video and found it very informative. Thank you for all your efforts ! I will be subbing and watching for videos.
Love it. I'm a 1911 guy. I have a lot of respect for the glocks but not my flavor. I can still say that they are great firearms.
I’m a 1911 guy as well- always have been, and recently bought a G17 and built two P80 17’s. The Glock has a very specific purpose and the two P80’s were initially just a “let’s build a pair of guns for fun”. I really enjoy *range* time with them.
The 1911 is a truly GREAT gun. The Glock and it’s derivative the P80 is an accurate, reliable prolific weapon. I wouldn’t call it ‘great’ though.
I shoot / train 4-5 times a week. I haven’t shot that much Ammo in the entire past year! Being prudent with the Ammo isn’t nearly as much fun. Dammit.
Everyone brings up the grip angle argument, but I have another one relating to the grip. Double stack vs. single stack mags. The Glocks are double stacked and while you have more ammo on tap, for someone who is smaller in general, they can't get a good grip on the firearm. The 1911 is thinner and thus easier to get a firmer grip on it.
There are videos of a 9 year old girl using a Glock just fine though haha
+Larry Durocher Notice that all 8 from the 1911 are hits, takes 3 from the Glock to hit
+Dug Williams
What does that have to do with the gun?
This is one of the older videos i've seen awesome
everytime i watch your videos i feel like im in your backyard talking to you, the camera man does a great job of capturing the conversation
Nice video! I already have a Glock 17 gen 4 MOS and i love it. Went for a S&W 1911 e-series tactical for 45.ACP. Gonna take it to the range tomorrow to shoot it for the first time, never shot a 1911 before! :D
those VW bus doors are worth a good amount of ammo
Hickcock you don’t have to rack the slide ever time you touch the damn gun.... good lord
Actually, you do. Whenever you lay one down, it's then "loaded" until checked.
hickok45 that’s checking it maybe once or twice too make sure lol if you go back and watch your videos especially with you and the ranch guy you rack the slide at least 200 times is that checking if it’s empty?
hickok45 other then that your a hell of a shot sir
Sometimes I think you're just having way too much fun love it
at 22:12 you can actually see the bullet in the air.
Yes, .45ACP is a fairly fat, slow round. Great for subsonic suppressed setups!
Alex Johnson I'm
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That was probably the best part of the whole video. Love it!
Alex Johnson yup an ugly slow slug with devestating power
Did any of you manage to kill that mosquito at 5:11-5:16?
+rambosperm
I ripped my headphones off looking for it.
Damn, you control that .45 like a boss.
Watching Hickock expend all that glorious ammo...
....and crying in Australian
well that sounds typical for people down their who can't even clean up their mess have a great holidays and sports active / within reason/ end of 2022!!!!!! support quality fireworks displays 1993 - 2001 +
well that sounds typical