Monthly Archives: June 2024

  1. 1911 for Self Defense: Timeless Power in Your Hands or Outdated Option?

    Posted: June 12, 2024
    Categories: The 1911 Pistol, General Firearms Information
    1911 for Self Defense: Timeless Power in Your Hands or Outdated Option?

    Is the 1911 pistol a viable choice for self defense today? With a storied history and a reputation as a formidable ‘manstopper’, this iconic firearm has been a staple in conflict and personal defense since 1911. This article delves into the practicality of the 1911 for self defense, examining its stopping power, ease of use, and how it holds up against the latest advancements in pistol design.

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  2. Upgrade Your Firearm: Choosing the Best 1911 Threaded Barrel

    Posted: June 12, 2024
    Categories: Choosing / Upgrading Your 1911 Pistol, Maintenance & Repair, 1911 Barrels, General Firearms Information
    Upgrade Your Firearm: Choosing the Best 1911 Threaded Barrel

    A 1911 threaded barrel adds machined muzzle threads so you can run a suppressor or compensator. This guide covers what a threaded barrel does, thread pitch by caliber, suppressor fit, and threaded vs bull vs ported. Fusion machines its threaded 1911 and 2011-style barrels in the USA, most commonly in 9mm with a 1/2 x 28 thread.

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  3. The XP Pro™: The Next Evolution in Double Stack 1911 Pistols

    Posted: June 02, 2024
    Categories: Announcements
    The XP Pro™: The Next Evolution in Double Stack 1911 Pistols
    A double stack 1911 keeps the classic 1911 feel and single-action trigger but widens the frame for far more capacity. This buyer's guide covers what a double stack 1911 is, how many rounds it holds, 9mm vs .45 ACP, and what to look for, plus Fusion's own double-stack 9mm: the XP Pro and XP COMP.
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