--- product_id: 5477397 title: "The Colt 1911 Pistol (Weapon, 9)" price: "β‚Ή 4869" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/5477397-the-colt-1911-pistol-weapon-9 store_origin: IN region: India --- # 4.6/5 reader rating Deep historical insight Exclusive commissioned artwork The Colt 1911 Pistol (Weapon, 9) **Price:** β‚Ή 4869 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“– Own a piece of history β€” don’t just read about heroes, join their legacy! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Colt 1911 Pistol (Weapon, 9) - **How much does it cost?** β‚Ή 4869 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/5477397-the-colt-1911-pistol-weapon-9) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Concise & Accessible:** Perfectly balanced for both newcomers and seasoned 1911 enthusiasts seeking a rich yet readable history. - β€’ **Expertly Illustrated:** Enjoy unique, specially commissioned artwork revealing the inner mechanics and firing process. - β€’ **Iconic Combat Legacy:** Explore the nearly 80-year frontline service of the legendary Colt 1911, a true symbol of American resilience. - β€’ **Heroic Stories Inside:** Delve into the personal tales of the brave men who wielded this classic pistol across multiple wars. - β€’ **Highly Rated & Respected:** Join a community of readers who gave this book a stellar 4.6-star rating for its quality and depth. ## Overview This well-researched, moderately concise book chronicles the storied history of the Colt 1911 pistol, highlighting its pivotal role in American military and law enforcement history. Featuring exclusive artwork and personal combat stories, it’s a must-have for history buffs and firearm enthusiasts alike. ## Description First used in combat during the Punitive Expedition into Mexico and then extensively during both World War I (1914-1918) and World War II (1939-1945), 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 among 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. In this new volume, handgun expert Leroy Thompson sheds new light on the development, history and use of this revolutionary handgun, complete with specially-commissioned artwork depicting the firing process and cutaway profile of the gun, as well as its use in various theaters of war. Review: Excellent! - This is a moderate-length book that features something that some authors don't cover very well in some 1911 books-- that would be the history of the brave men who used these pistols in combat. Very well written and researched, with an emphasis on the people who made the gun what it is today, those people being American heroes. Detailed yet succinct, a very nice simple read that is great for any 1911 fan, especially people new to the gun. Review: Book was damaged, content is great. - Its a fine book. The problem is desertcart can some how bend the book and still think they can send it to you. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #532,614 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #519 in Historical Study Reference (Books) #598 in World War I History (Books) #615 in Conventional Weapons & Warfare History (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 184 Reviews | ## Images ![The Colt 1911 Pistol (Weapon, 9) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81CCVl-V2YL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent! *by B***F on May 1, 2016* This is a moderate-length book that features something that some authors don't cover very well in some 1911 books-- that would be the history of the brave men who used these pistols in combat. Very well written and researched, with an emphasis on the people who made the gun what it is today, those people being American heroes. Detailed yet succinct, a very nice simple read that is great for any 1911 fan, especially people new to the gun. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Book was damaged, content is great. *by D***E on April 24, 2026* Its a fine book. The problem is Amazon can some how bend the book and still think they can send it to you. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A weapon for the ages... *by H***E on August 7, 2016* The Colt Model 1911 pistol has had an astonishingly long service life, arming U.S. forces in the Philippine insurrection, the World Wars, Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm, and the war on terrorism. Although the M1911 .45 has been generally replaced as an issue weapon in U.S. forces by the M9 9mm Beretta, selected units, and private individuals, continue to use it for its undoubted stopping power. "The Colt 1911 Pistol" is an Osprey Weapon Series book, authored by Leroy Thompson, with illustrations by Peter Dennis and Alan Gilliland. The narrative includes a quick introduction, an extended discussion of the development of the Colt .45 caliber pistol, and a history of its long service use. The service history includes a number of interesting stories about its use in combat in multiple wars, and by lawmen in the United States, China, and other locations. The text is backed up by period photographs, breakout diagrams of the pistol itself, and some nifty illustrations of it's use. This book will be a concise and interesting read to the scholar of military firearms, and the general reader. 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