First Handgun Memories: Do You Still Have Yours?

[Alan]

What was your first handgun like? Do you still have it, or did you let it go? I'd love to hear your stories and maybe see some photos too!

 

[Richevans]

My first handgun was a Colt 1911 Series 70 back in 1974. I still have it but it needs to see a gunsmith as the hammer will not fire after cocking - I'm just not brave enough to take it apart for fear of losing timey parts or springs.

 

[drjjpdc]

My first handgun was a Colt 1911 Series 70 back in 1974. I still have it but it needs to see a gunsmith as the hammer will not fire after cocking - I'm just not brave enough to take it apart for fear of losing timey parts or springs.

Do you have a 'smith or need to find one? Mine was a Ruger BLKHWK security six. Great plinking gun.

 

[mauser888]

Mine was a Ruger Mark 1 back in 1976. Bought it from Gene's Gun Room in Irvington.

 

[drjjpdc]

Mine was a Ruger Mark 1 back in 1976. Bought it from Gene's Gun Room in Irvington.

That one was the best model to shoot and take apart if needed.

 

[Jack Teahan]

My very first HG was a 2001 Springfield 1911 Loaded V-12 (.45acp) which I shot up until around 2017 +/- than I had it completely redone and customized to match the 1911 form the movie Face Off

 

[drjjpdc]

I had a Colt Model 70 in the '70s, it was a great gun but was stolen when our house was broken into before I purchased a safe. For all you 1911 fans this is one of the best videos I've seen.

 

[mauser888]

I had one too back in the 70's Bought it from Ray's Sport Shop.