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Ken Hackathorn and Bill Wilson talk about the history of 1911s, and their first experiences with one. Ken answers the question on Armand Swenson Custom Colt #1968 #COLT1911 #1911 #NATIONALMATCH #CLASSIC #CUSTOM #SHORTS #KGBCUSTOM 45 Friday: Vietnam War Swenson : r/1911
Custom Colt Combat Commander and Shaky Hands A Trip Through Colt's 1911's with Ken Hackathorn including the new 'Classic The top handguns of today are modern marvels of speed and accuracy, but it would be a mistake to forget the classic pistols that
Why should you carry a 1911? Narrow profile with excellent stopping power. Superb safety features that are easy to manipulate Custom Colt Model 1911A1 by Armand Swenson, .45 ACP, 1945. Unique features, hard chrome finish, and historic significance—ideal for discerning collectors.
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Armand D. Swenson, combat 1911 pioneer | 1911Forum The story of the custom 1911 is unable to be told without the name Armond Swenson. A famed gunsmith from California, Swenson
Pioneers and Legends of the Gun Industry: Bill and Ken's List - Gun Guys Ep. 36 Today we're joined by Eli (aka @1776_duck) to talk about the 5 types of 1911's that everyone should own. We'll both present a
This is the safest way to carry a 1911 with a round in the chamber but uncocked. Load a round then slowly release the hammer to This episode of Vintage Firearms explores the impact of Colonel Jeff Cooper, a leading mind and innovator on the use of
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From Wilson Combat worked over Colts to Alchemy Custom Weaponry, this is one episode you don't want to miss as we dive into Yakking on the porch while plinking with my S&W Model 686 .357 Magnum and a new M&P Shield X borrowed from Davidson's
Armand Swenson Custom -- Gardena California -- 1968 Colt National Match 1911 45 ACP Consider joining our channel memberships for early access to videos, monthly live chats and much more! This is a great
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Wilson Combat is celebrating its 45th Anniversary. For this occasion we have released a retro 45th Anniversary 1911s. Bill Wilson Armand Swensen is legendary for his customization of the 1911. S&W K-frame revolver sights were used because they were adjustable and closer to Another classic bullseye build by The Sweede, Armand Swenson. Very interesting Swenson, with some unique features.
Armand Swenson Custom Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic PistolBuilt on a World War I vintage Colt USGI Model 1911 frame by Armand Swenson of Jason Burton is the owner of Heirloom Precision and one of the most sought-after pistolsmiths in the trade. His passion for
This 1947 Colt Govt model is a nice example of Swenson's early work. Sign up for our email list for all shop news! A Real American Gunfighter and His Guns - American Handgunner History of the 1911: Gun Guys with Ken Hackathorn and Bill Wilson - Ep. 4
Wilson Combat 45th Anniversary Edition 1911 Retro CQB Handgun #Shorts. A Week of 1911s - Day 4: Swenson 1911
Why Carry a 1911? Gun Guys Ep. 39 with Massad Ayoob and Bill Wilson Rare and early Armand Swenson build, on a chopped Remington Rand, great example in great condition. Check out more info at
John Moses Browning. Colonel Jeff Cooper. Armand Swenson. Eugene Stoner. Elmer Keith. These are names of but some of the Early Armand Swenson Custom Colt 1911 -- 1947 Government Model 45 ACP Why 1911? - American Fudd
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Godfather of the Custom Carry 1911 . is there anyone here who owns a Swenson Custom? A Swenson tribute gun on the shoulders of giants. To commemorate Wilson Combat's 45th Anniversary of gunsmithing, we are bringing back a classic “retro” style 1911 that built the
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First Colt 1911 Pistol Customized by Bill Wilson for a Freind to shoot in IPSC & IDPA Competition Armand Swenson was the 1970's gunsmith who either innovated or popularized many of the custom features for 1911 is that decade, some have lasted All our links, sign up for our Email list!
Armand Swenson Bobcat! #CUSTOM1911 #1911A1 #USGI #COLT #CLASSIC #SWENSON #1911 #SHORTS #KGBCUSTOMS When Bill Wilson began customizing 1911s in 1977, he aspired to be like a few custom 1911 Masters. Bill shares his unique A video showing the completed project of reworking an Armand Swenson customized Colt 1911. Link to the article from 1978:
Looking to sell a Colt National Match 1911 that was manufactured in 1966 and then customized by the famous 1911 gunsmith, Armand Swenson of Armand Swenson -- Early 1970's -- Classic Custom Carry Colt Commander -- 45 ACP A small display of Bill's older collection. Includes a signature Swenson 1911, a Pachmayr Combat Special, and an early Wilson
The 45th Anniversary 1911s - Bill Wilson & Ken Hackathorn detail the new retro guns. Gun Guys EP66 Armand, best known for his squared guards, S&W Sights, Ambi Safeties and Hardchrome finishes also built many, more basic
Very rarely encountered Armand Swenson Browning Hi Power, built on a wartime Canadian Inglis Frame with a later Browning Armand Swenson Bobcat - pics and a short story | 1911 Firearm
Swenson Bobcat - a Alchemy Custom Weaponry Restomod 1911 From friends, strangers, fathers, and, childhood experiences, to industry legends like Armand Swenson and Jimmy Clark's
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Where It All Started: Early Mentors - Gun Guys Ep. 40 with Ken Hackathorn and Bill Wilson The lords caliber! #1911 #leveraction #shotgun #45acp #suppressor #silencer #suppresed #bourbon
An Exceptional Pair of Armand Swenson Customs -- Colt 1911 Government & Commander -- 45 ACP This Pistol Was Meant to Replace the M1911—So Why Was It Abandoned? #shorts Rare opportunity to handle, study, and show a Pair of near new condition AD Swenson Custom Colts. Sign up for our email list for
Drop Hammer on 1911 With Live Round | the Best Way! Early Armand Swenson -- USGI Remington Rand 1911A1 -- BOBCAT -- 45ACP
Bill Wilson shows Massad Ayoob a Rare Collection of Custom 1911s from Past Masters - Critical Mas 38 For over six years, starting at age 19, I worked for Jim Hoag, who remains (in my opinion) the finest 1911 pistolsmith of his time. Armand D. Swenson was an early pioneer in developing 1911 pistols for combat applications. By the 1960's there were quite a few gunsmiths
Wilson Combat will is celebrating its 45th anniversary. Massad Ayoob got a chance to sit down with Bill Wilson to talk about the Weekend with Ken Hackathorn; Episode 3: Ken's Custom 1911s Today, I'm going over my Top 5 (6, really) Favorite 1911s that I personally own! I hope you enjoy the video! I have standalone
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This German 1911 is SMOOTH! 🤌 STP Sentry in 9mm #subscribe #1911 Our Armand Swenson 1911 Project There's a lot of history behind this gun, and I wanted to give a snapshot in time about our work to improve it. I did some livefire
Armand Swenson was the 1970's gunsmith who either innovated or popularized many of the custom features for 1911 is that decade, some have lasted to the present. This Custom Swenson Bobcat .45 ACP went to Vietnam… #1911 Richard Heinie Full House Custom Colt 1911 -- RH16 -- Armand Swenson Style Combat 45 ACP
Can A 1911 Really Hunt Big Game? 1911s. • @crispy_visuals did an incredible job capturing my example of Swenson's early work. • While I didn't pick up this pistol from SHOCK RULING: Court Just Changed Everything for AR-15 Owners!
Wilson #Custom #1911 Hello People! Pulled another old 1911 out of the vault. This one has a great story behind it with even Why I'll Never Use Buffalo Bore Ammo Again - Part 1 1911 Magwell: Cheap Vs. Expensive
A Classic, very early Build form Richard Heinie's bench. This one is #16, built on a 70 Series Colt Government Model 1911 in 45 Custom colt combat commander with herret grips, Swenson safety, square trigger guard, Novak sights, and a lot more! *Colt Model 1911A1 Custom by Armand Swenson Lot 2141
I promised Ken Hackathorn and here he is. Ken goes through the history of the 1911 Government Pistol ending up with the new Part 1. Promoting illegal behavior based on a false premise that has the potential to put other people's lives, property and/or
Original Upload: -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yes, this A Classic 5 Inch James Hoag Master Grade custom Colt Government model 1911. Finished in classic Blued over hardchrome.
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