By Graham Baates
YouTube personality, Graham Baates, gives us a video review of American Tactical Firepower Xtreme Military 1911 Pistol in 45acp.
USA – -(Ammoland.com)- The 1911 market is awash with options which can make it easy both to find exactly what you’re looking for and easy to get lost trying to pick one 1911.
In March we saw Inland’s 1911 A1 Government which offered all the looks of a G.I. style 1911, roll marks included. This month we’re taking a look at American Tactical’s option; the M1911 Military.
ATI Firepower Xtreme Military 1911 Pistol in 45acp
With an MSRP of $449.95 and street price below $400 at times, this handsome offering is plenty attractive to those looking for a 1911 that won’t break the bank. The purists will appreciate that it is a true 70’s series. Aside from a few touches, the exterior of the gun is all business and includes handsome mahogany grips. Sights, safety, hammer, grip safety, and trigger shoe are all in G.I. fashion. The all-steel construction puts good heft in the hand and makes for smoother shooting. Full specifications can be seen below.
Features:
Full Size
Single Action
Semi Automatic
7+1 CapacitySpecs:
Caliber: .45ACP
Height: 5.28 Inches
Length: 8.46 Inches
Weight: 37 Ounces
Magazine Capacity: 7Frame:
Material: 4140 Steel
Finish: Blued
Color: Matte BlackSlide:
Material: 4140 Steel
Finish: Blued
Color: Matte Black
Rear Military SerrationSights:
Military Style Front and Rear Sight
Grips
Mahogony
Textured PatternBarrel:
Length: 5 Inches
Material: 4140 Steel
Finish: Steel
Color: SteelTrigger:
Material: Aluminum
Design: Military
Color: Matte Black
Though the low asking price may be deceiving the fit and finish on the ATI meets or exceeds several more expensive models we’ve tested in the past. All edges were clean with nary a tool mark to be found on the exterior of the gun. The absence of checkering on the front strap made for a comfortable grip while handling on the range as the mahogany grips filled the hand nicely.
As a first 1911 or fifth the M1911 Military model from American Tactical certainly outperforms its price bracket. It’s no wonder their website often lists them as out of stock.
About Graham Baates
“Graham Baates” is a pen name used by a 15-year active Army veteran who spent most of his time in the tactical side of the Intelligence community including tours in Afghanistan and Iraq. Post-Army Graham spent some time in the 3-Gun circuit before becoming a full-time NRA Certified defensive handgun instructor and now works as an industry writer while curating a YouTube channel and blog on the side. Visit Graham on Youtube .