American Tactical Firepower Xtreme Military 1911 .45 ACP Blue/Black Pistol

A: Yes, this "all steel" pistol is rated to handle +P loads. ATI advises against "Steel Cased Ammo" (*Highly advise against using steel cased ammo due to excessive wear and tear from steel and lacquered coated rounds can cause premature carbon buildup and stoppages.)

A: They don't say you cant but the don't say it is +p rated from ATI "Recommended Ammunition: Use only commercial grade ammunition in its original packaging that corresponds with the caliber of the gun. The correct caliber is imprinted on the gun. 45 caliber brass ball full metal jacket (FMJ) Never use reloaded, "refurbished", hand-loaded, or non standard ammunition of a different caliber. Never use dirty, wet, corroded, bent, damaged, or oiled ammunition. Unfortunately, it is not possible to adjust a semi-automatic gun to all loads. *Highly advise against using steel cased ammo due to excessive wear and tear from steel and lacquered coated rounds can cause premature carbon buildup and stoppages." I recommend calling ati and asking 1 800 290 0065

A: This pistol has been tested by several sources and performed beautifully with +P ammunition. (Government Model): The Government Model ATI pistol handles like most full-size 1911s. The controls are laid out in the model of ergonomics for which the 1911 is famous. The trigger is clean, but heavy, at about 6.5 pounds, which is a good weight for a beginner who is ready to learn how to master the 1911. The sights are friendly to the eye and well regulated for factory ammunition. With 230-grain ball, the traditional bullseye hold produced center hits. With 200-grain JHP bullets, the sights were dead on at 15 yards, which is acceptable for most shooting chores. The rear sight is drift adjustable. There was no need to adjust the sights in the pistol tested. Recoil was modest, and the pistol never failed to feed, chamber fire or eject. We used CCI Blazer 230-grain FMJ the most, but we also fired some Speer 200-grain JHP +P. While recoil was greater, the +P load is particularly accurate in th

A: Hi Wilson, of course this is +P rated. While recoil was greater, the +P load is particularly accurate in the ATI gun, with a 15-yard group of 2 inches. Short and sweet. You're good to go!

A: This is a "Series 70" pistol Nathan.

A: 70 series

A: The ATI guns are "Series 70"

A: If you feel an answer is helpful please click the green box stating it as the best answer. We are rated on our answers and are just volunteers. You can choose more then one Thank you!

A: If it is a slight ding its not uncommon on 1911s its usually caused by the slide of the gun hitting the ejected case during recoil look for marks on the top of the guns slide

A: Hi Herbert, on some 1911's it it common. Especially more when rapid firing due to the slide hitting the case as it ejects.

A: As long as it's not bulging I wouldn't worry. Some guns are just rough on ejection.

A: This is not a normal occurrence for a 1911 or any pistol if the cases are flattened beyond the ability to reload. There is an issue with the magazine follower angle more than likely. I would try a different magazine of good quality to see if the results change. If not, I would contact ATI for a resolution at customerservice@americantactical.us or 800-290-0065.

A: Sorry it cant be shipped to CA its not on the CA DOJ approved handgun list so its not Legal in CA see link http://certguns.doj.ca.gov/

A: This pistol is not on the CA Approved Firearms list Lakopo. details are here : http://certguns.doj.ca.gov/ Go here for all of Buds CA approved handguns : https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/index.php/cPath/2084_1153_1796/California+Approved+Handguns/

A: Hi Lakopo, This firearm can't be shipped to Ca its not on the approved list. Here are the Ca approved firearms -- https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/index.php/cPath/2084_1153_1796/California+Approved+Handguns/ http://certguns.doj.ca.gov/

A: Please click the green box stating it as the best answer. We are rated on our answers and are just volunteers, not Buds employees. You can choose more then one Thank you!

A: Sorry it cant be shipped to CA its not on the CA DOJ approved handgun list so its not Legal in CA see link http://certguns.doj.ca.gov/

A: Hi Carl, These are the 3 different magazines that will work perfect. Wilson Combat 8 Round -- https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/38844 Mec-Gar 1911 Magazine 8 Round -- https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/48113 Chip McCormick SS Match Grade 1911 8 Round -- https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/31062

A: Please click the green box stating it as the best answer. We are rated on our answers and are just volunteers, not Buds employees. You can choose more then one Thank you!

A: Yes they will Mike. These are "True" GI Spec 1911's and aftermarket parts for the standard 1911 will be drop in in most cases.

A: Yes they will take aftermarket parts but there is no such thing as a "drop in" part for a 1911 (unlike other handguns) as most things will need minor fitting and blending. I love and work on my 1911s and almost everything requires minor fitting To ward off hammer bity you would be better off with a beavertail grip safety could I recommend the rock Island as I think it has what you will want and you will not be able to put the aftermarket part on for the difference in price https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/2084_21_876/products_id/35190/Rock+Island+51431+Rock+Standard+FS+Single+45+ACP+5+8%2B1+Black+Rubber+Grip+Black

A: good article on "drop in " 1911 parts https://americanhandgunner.com/do-drop-in-parts-really-drop-in/

A: The hammer might drop in and work fine but the rear of the frame will likely need to be radiused to accept a beavertail grip safety. Make sure that the primary safety engages properly after too.

A: Yes they will take aftermarket parts but there is no such thing as a "drop in" part for a 1911 (unlike other handguns) as most things will need minor fitting and blending. I love and work on my 1911s and almost everything requires minor fitting To ward off hammer bity you would be better off with a beavertail grip safety could I recommend the rock Island as I think it has what you will want and you will not be able to put the aftermarket part on for the difference in price budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/2084_21_876/products_id/35190/Rock+Island+51431+Rock+Standard+FS+Single+45+ACP+5+8%2B1+Black+Rubber+Grip+Black

A: Yes they will take aftermarket parts but there is no such thing as a "drop in" part for a 1911 (unlike other handguns) as most things will need minor fitting and blending. I love and work on my 1911s and almost everything requires minor fitting To ward off hammer bity you would be better off with a beavertail grip safety good article on "drop in " 1911 parts https://americanhandgunner.com/do-drop-in-parts-really-drop-in/