Gun Restoration, Colt M1911 U.S. ARMY 1914, (with test fire).

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  • čas přidán 7. 04. 2023
  • #restoration #colt1911 #colt45
    This is a restoration of a true iconic gun, the Colt 1911 made in 1914. Chambered in .45 ACP made for the U.S. Army. This firearm no doubt seen the war theaters of WW1 & WW2. The barrel was replaced due to use I would assume. This gun was just rotting away somewhere until I acquired it and brought it back to life. If you enjoy the video, consider subscribing for more restorations. Up next is an M1 Garand found in a river back in the 1980's by a scuba diver.
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  • @mosriteminioncause7741
    @mosriteminioncause7741 Před rokem +2560

    John Browning was an "off the Charts" GENIUS in designing the 1911.......and so was your restoration!!!🎯🥇🏆

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +84

      Thank you very much, we appreciate the kind words. Thanks for watching

    • @rogerraven6976
      @rogerraven6976 Před rokem +16

      Especially when it comes to make overweight garbage.

    • @wapiti3750
      @wapiti3750 Před rokem +16

      It wasn't John Browning who designed the 1911. His sister Johnna Belle was the brains behind the whole operation.

    • @mosriteminioncause7741
      @mosriteminioncause7741 Před rokem +7

      @@wapiti3750 ❓

    • @carminemurray6624
      @carminemurray6624 Před rokem +8

      Why would you bother with an old magazine spring or any of the springs ? they have no value and should be replaced in any case.
      Do you really know about restorations of collectable firearms ? Because you effectively destroyed most of it's collectable VALUE in your Amateur Restoration.

  • @plainvilleadvisors616
    @plainvilleadvisors616 Před 7 měsíci +180

    No narration, no music. Just tools. PERFECT

  • @hunterjones8215
    @hunterjones8215 Před 11 měsíci +1835

    I don't normally watch these videos fully, but the fact that there was not annoying narration and it was just calm to watch. Great job.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 11 měsíci +36

      Thank you very much we appreciate it!

    • @wtfgoogle3884
      @wtfgoogle3884 Před 11 měsíci +10

      @@TheKinzlerBros Much, much better without the narration or anything extra. Very soothing actually.

    • @maduro169
      @maduro169 Před 11 měsíci +1

      You are so right !!

    • @NGRULES
      @NGRULES Před 11 měsíci +3

      Gun ASMR!!! lol

    • @steveforsing13
      @steveforsing13 Před 11 měsíci

      @@NGRULESA fine example.

  • @chongmoua4819
    @chongmoua4819 Před 4 měsíci +206

    That was worth 18 minutes and 30 seconds of my life. The Colt 1911 has always been my favorite pistol. Simply beautiful! Amazing job!!!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 4 měsíci +3

      Thank you very much, ya mine too! Thanks for watching

  • @kamiloissa8869
    @kamiloissa8869 Před měsícem +28

    The truth is, a clean and excellent job, I congratulate the person who did that beautiful job with the The Colt 1911

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před měsícem +1

      Thank you very much for the kind words, we appreciate it! Thanks for watching

  • @AmerAhmad
    @AmerAhmad Před rokem +1783

    My sceptical mind can't process why all these weapons have deteriorated and rusted in an identical way with same uniform patina?

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +546

      We we find them magnet fishing or buy them from whoever has them, thanks for watching

    • @ulfaman8927
      @ulfaman8927 Před rokem +108

      One of nature’s true mysteries

    • @chrisbowers310
      @chrisbowers310 Před rokem +305

      The rust didn't look like the sort of thing that happens accidentally

    • @dylanhealy8126
      @dylanhealy8126 Před rokem +43

      Could’ve been left in a basement that was flooded

    • @jedvaulten02
      @jedvaulten02 Před rokem +171

      ​@@TheKinzlerBros"we we" stop lying

  • @advanceddarkness3
    @advanceddarkness3 Před 5 měsíci +76

    Props to whoever did the rust paintjob.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 5 měsíci +17

      We don't do fake on this channel, thanks for watching anyway!

    • @KelioBeBop
      @KelioBeBop Před 4 měsíci +22

      @@TheKinzlerBros some parts where rust should not be were rusty/decolored, even the inside of the piston chamber, but overall I love these kind of videos.

    • @MavHunter20XX
      @MavHunter20XX Před 3 měsíci

      piston?@@KelioBeBop

    • @MrGrome12
      @MrGrome12 Před 3 měsíci +3

      Who gives a sh*t! Don’t watch then!

    • @J.Viper985
      @J.Viper985 Před 3 měsíci

      You can tell it’s real just look at all the pitted metal. Love your work man

  • @GeorgeT6566
    @GeorgeT6566 Před 6 měsíci +2

    I have watched this video two times. It's just so satisfying to watch you restore this wonderful gun.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thank you very much we appreciate your support!

  • @blake35745
    @blake35745 Před 10 měsíci +394

    As a gunsmith who hasnt worked on guns in over a year this was so therapeutic to watch. Thanks guys

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 10 měsíci +11

      Thank you very much, we are happy to help. Thanks for watching we appreciate you!

    • @arcadiogastelum4556
      @arcadiogastelum4556 Před 10 měsíci +2

      ​​@@TheKinzlerBros where did you find it is that lucky? In a waterfall I once found an old rifle bullet it was .03 much longer than the 7.62x39 but unlike the 762x39 which has a sharp point this one had it as a marble.


      Traducción en vivo

    • @skcreativity101
      @skcreativity101 Před 9 měsíci

      👍👍

    • @tomasinacovell4293
      @tomasinacovell4293 Před 9 měsíci +2

      What about ballistic recertification etc?

    • @donfisher6659
      @donfisher6659 Před 8 měsíci +1

      I used to use Gwownell's blueing salts but I might have to try your mix of chemicals to see if they work as well. The Brownell;s salts did the best job I've ever seen and my customers said the same thing over the years.

  • @trashpanda1999
    @trashpanda1999 Před rokem +396

    Fantastic job. Everyone loves a good 1911

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +17

      Thank you very much and you're absolutely right on that one!

    • @The_Rob_D
      @The_Rob_D Před rokem +4

      I don’t. Mostly cuz I don’t have one 🤣

    • @crystalrock18
      @crystalrock18 Před rokem +1

      Everyone but James reeves of tfbtv, he has a burning hatred for this gun.

    • @guitarplayincowboy
      @guitarplayincowboy Před rokem +2

      Except lefties

    • @rogerraven6976
      @rogerraven6976 Před rokem +1

      Everyone is not the population outside US

  • @hilham89
    @hilham89 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Oh what i would love to find one of these. I have a newer ones but i have always wanted one of the older war ones. Thank you for sharing and bringing it back to life.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Ya they are awesome, you can get one for the right price! Thank you very much we appreciate it, thanks for watching!

  • @jackmarks2176
    @jackmarks2176 Před 7 měsíci +5

    I've been building 1911's for many years but never seen a build like that before. Just goes to show what a great design it is.

  • @hart64ghs
    @hart64ghs Před rokem +401

    109 years old and still going strong! JB's design is still one of the best ever auto pistols!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +13

      Yes it is! Thanks for watching we appreciate it!

    • @KorporalNoobs
      @KorporalNoobs Před rokem +2

      Only a matter of time. The toggle-lock will pick up steam soon; I feel it...

    • @nybergsgarage
      @nybergsgarage Před rokem +13

      @@KorporalNoobs well, that's fine if so. any gun design that can go over 100 years of solid use has a great record. in fact, people are even still using colt single action army revolver designs today, so that one is even more timeless perhaps.

    • @SL_RivviN
      @SL_RivviN Před rokem +2

      but it can't feed hollowpoints

    • @bunkstagner298
      @bunkstagner298 Před 11 měsíci +2

      Exactly so it is the best and real guns are steel guns.

  • @entrepreneurlife649
    @entrepreneurlife649 Před 11 měsíci +41

    Wow!!! What a testament to workmanship, diligence, and perseverance. Restoring what once was is such a great skill.

  • @klmbuilders5385
    @klmbuilders5385 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I appreciate the TLC taken with my all-time favorite pistol! Great work!

  • @conradvfr750
    @conradvfr750 Před 7 měsíci +31

    The M1911 and M1911A1 are icons of American history - one of the longest serving firearms in American Military History and for good reason - a very well designed, powerful and reliable side arm. Incredible to think that some special forces had been using these (and may still be) over a hundred years after it's original use prior to WWI. A masterpiece in American design and thank you for sharing this restoration video - very interersting.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 7 měsíci

      Absolutely, thank you very much and thanks for watching!

    • @mr-x7689
      @mr-x7689 Před 5 měsíci

      It's still favured by some companies. don't remember which ones, but it's still activly used. tho most others have moved on to other hand guns.

  • @robertwestall3456
    @robertwestall3456 Před rokem +25

    That is flat out amazing. Spectacular restoration. I especially liked the vise firing, and then right into the hand. I am floored, I didn’t think it would fire ever again, what a testament to Colt, stupendous job!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +1

      Thank you very much we appreciate it, Yeah they are built very well! Thanks for watching!

    • @DigitalApex
      @DigitalApex Před rokem

      Yeah, spectacular. The WD40 made rust literally melt off the gun, like it was paint or something. Kind of wild. I'm sure it's legitimate though. After all, showing people how easy it is to simply remove rust off an antique and then firing it is dangerous. Surely the content creator wouldn't put out faked videos that gullible people may imitate, hence the disclaimer right in the beginning. Surely.
      -This video is fake as fuck, sorry-

  • @sdweston8
    @sdweston8 Před rokem +703

    Always amazes me how strangely calming and satisfying restoration videos can be. Nicely done!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +10

      Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed it

    • @armale99
      @armale99 Před rokem +11

      Dont be decieved, this is done in reverse, trust me.

    • @Garrison1971
      @Garrison1971 Před rokem

      That's so true

    • @anadil888
      @anadil888 Před rokem

      @@Garrison1971 ่ ี่

    • @nighthawk_0956
      @nighthawk_0956 Před rokem +4

      ​@@armale99 bro how can we trust you if we don't even know you? Please explain your reasoning behind your claim and why we should trust you.

  • @pluto1jack
    @pluto1jack Před 7 měsíci +94

    Man you are Good! Not only in your restoration skills, but you obviously have a good knowledge of firearms to put everything back together so skillfully. Thanks for great videos

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 7 měsíci +7

      Thank you very much for the kind words and for watching!

    • @Jeff-jg7jh
      @Jeff-jg7jh Před 4 měsíci +2

      About fifty million people has put a 1911 together.

    • @andrewclayterman6230
      @andrewclayterman6230 Před 3 měsíci

      @@Jeff-jg7jh good for them!

  • @RobertBlevins
    @RobertBlevins Před 7 měsíci +3

    I agree with hunterjones. The lack of narration, ('show don't TELL') was a real plus in this video. I like your tiny glass bead blaster, by the way.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks Robert, ya that glassbead works great! Thanks for watching

  • @darrinleazer6784
    @darrinleazer6784 Před rokem +111

    Absolutely amazing how he's able to turn what looks like a impossible feat, into a work of art. I enjoy watching this guy's channel, on restoration of guns.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem

      Thank you, we appreciate the support!

    • @jameseverly8501
      @jameseverly8501 Před rokem +1

      @@TheKinzlerBros hello I have a 45 Cal pistol but my is not a colt it is a Thompson auto ordinance co brand bought it about 26 years ago I believed

    • @georgedavis1629
      @georgedavis1629 Před rokem +13

      Funny how many guns this guy has that need restoration! Almost like they're all staged! 😂

    • @darrinleazer6784
      @darrinleazer6784 Před rokem +1

      @@georgedavis1629 Perhaps, but' I still enjoying watching him bring back the life of the gun though.

    • @armale99
      @armale99 Před rokem +3

      Dont be decieved, this is done in reverse, trust me.

  • @M--76
    @M--76 Před rokem +96

    I actually have one of these from my grandfather from the Korean War. It was passed down from him to my father and now onto me. It was fully restored in the late 80s and is still in perfect working condition.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +7

      That is awesome. What a great piece of history you have, thanks for watching!

    • @hollymollylee2733
      @hollymollylee2733 Před rokem +6

      Thanks for your grandfather's service. 🙏🏻 _From Korea_

  • @kaizen7289
    @kaizen7289 Před 4 měsíci +2

    among all the gun repair video channels, this video channel is the best. This is because most of the gun repair videos I've watched never show that the repaired weapon can be used properly and tested. We can't call something that's broken repaired if it can't works well. therefore I think this channel is worthy and worth watching and subscribing. thank you admin for making good videos and full of patience

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you very much we appreciate you! Ya if you don't try too shoot it what's the point! Thanks again for the kind words, we appreciate the support!

  • @chuning88
    @chuning88 Před 5 měsíci +1

    So nice to see this old beauty come back to life. Nice work!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 5 měsíci

      Yes it was very satisfying, thank you we appreciate it!

  • @Tyler-mi8vu
    @Tyler-mi8vu Před 11 měsíci +5

    Thank you for including the range time in the video. Amazing to see that old relic restored to life again

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Your welcome, we always try to shoot every gun. Thanks for watching we appreciate it!

  • @mysticmarbles
    @mysticmarbles Před 7 měsíci +5

    Incredible. There's so many restoration videos where they ruin something just to make it shiny again, but here we have an item that's still functional.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks, ya there is a lot of that unfortunately. Thanks for watching!

  • @johnwallace2384
    @johnwallace2384 Před 6 měsíci +23

    An absolutely amazing restoration you have done to this 1911. It was a pleasure to watch.

    • @harryshuman9637
      @harryshuman9637 Před 6 měsíci +2

      Dude, its fake. Faking restoration videos is like a whole genre on youtube.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you very much we appreciate you, thanks for watching!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 6 měsíci

      Not on this channel bud, yes there is so much fake out there and it's terrible!

    • @harryshuman9637
      @harryshuman9637 Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@TheKinzlerBros The handle grips are dead give away. They are made of plastic yet they have a ton of rust on them for whatever reason. You shouldn't paint over them.

    • @HolyDemonRune
      @HolyDemonRune Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@TheKinzlerBros Are you trying to troll? Your video is clearly, clearly, clearly fake. Have you never seen what an actual rusted gun looks like?
      It's okay if you just come forward and say "yeah, we artificially 'aged' this item for the purposes of this video." Some people would be still annoyed, but your deception is what makes you shady.

  • @rogwarrior7688
    @rogwarrior7688 Před 3 měsíci

    Wow! great job. One of my favorite guns ever made. She turned out beautiful and the pitting, just scars from her travels.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you very much, mine too! Thanks for watching!

  • @LarryDeSilva64
    @LarryDeSilva64 Před rokem +307

    Those heavy rust pits you can never really get out but for what you started with it was an amazing job and to get it back in firing condition that's great. I have an original U.S. Army Colt 1911 passed down to me from my Grandfather to my uncle then my father and then to me it still is in all original condition and has 95% blue and fires perfectly. Kind of turned my stomach to see how that 1911 in the video was thanks for restoring it.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +18

      Very cool, thanks for the support!

    • @carminemurray6624
      @carminemurray6624 Před rokem +1

      Except by aggressive scrubbing and home re-bluing, it is now worthless as a Collectable.

    • @rasklaat2
      @rasklaat2 Před rokem +40

      @@carminemurray6624 Like it was even collectable in the first place, rusted to shit.

    • @vinceruland9236
      @vinceruland9236 Před rokem +11

      ​@Carmine Murray not worthless at all.

    • @carminemurray6624
      @carminemurray6624 Před rokem +9

      To a Collector, the actual condition is not important as is ORIGINAL CONDITION, I spent 5 years learning about this buying firearms, and once, obtained an Original Trail type Flintlock musket that I was told was garbage 🗑️ and it cost Me $350 and a true Master took it and did a special restore, it sold at auction for a bit over 24 G, I learned even just cleaning it wrong, would have dropped the value to just under a Thousand.

  • @sigvicious5599
    @sigvicious5599 Před 11 měsíci +135

    Very impressive. I'm glad to see such a piece of history brought back to life. I've fired one of my 1911's in a heavily snowed area. I was amazed at how much sound the snow absorbed.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 11 měsíci +5

      Thank you very much, ya it's crazy. Thanks for watching!

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      @GraveyardCarz-it5gp Před 10 měsíci

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    • @TheGigashadow
      @TheGigashadow Před 10 měsíci

      It's fake, filmed in reverse... The end of the video is the beginning and visa versa.

    • @Saltria
      @Saltria Před 10 měsíci

      @@TheGigashadow the hell is you talking about

    • @TheGigashadow
      @TheGigashadow Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@Saltria It's a FAKE video... Is that clear enough for you?

  • @ludwigderzanker9767
    @ludwigderzanker9767 Před 6 měsíci

    What a beauty you recreate Bros!One of the best automatic pistol for half a century ,maybe till today. Thank for this piece of fine working art from Northern Germany Ludwig.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks Ludwig we appreciate it, it's still an iconic weapon today, thanks for watching!

  • @kelbinhow
    @kelbinhow Před 3 měsíci +1

    This video was so relaxing that I need like 5 sessions to watch it fully, because everytime I would watch it I'd get EASILY sleepy and relaxed

  • @Banzai29020
    @Banzai29020 Před rokem +42

    Superb workmanship. This man knows his Colts, and makes the entire process of restoration look so easy. I only wish I had someone like him in my country who could restore what was a NIB Colt Combat Elite which was badly damaged when my house burnt down. I lost a couple of other pistols, both new.. but this one was special, and I had owned from new for over twenty years.. Never fired a single round through it.. Such a huge loss. Not many people in my country could carry out such a fine restoration of such a damaged pistol. Great work, and well worth a watch.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +4

      Thank you very much, that's is terrible what happened, I wish I could help! Thanks for watching!

    • @mikewoolf3894
      @mikewoolf3894 Před rokem

      MI

    • @FuzzyWCTX
      @FuzzyWCTX Před rokem +1

      I would disagree that he knows Colts. Not three assembly or disassembly procedures I was taught.

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      @GraveyardCarz-it5gp Před 10 měsíci

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    • @TheGigashadow
      @TheGigashadow Před 10 měsíci +1

      It's completely fake, filmed in reverse... The end of the video is the beginning and visa versa. They destroyed a perfectly good weapon to make this dumb video!

  • @gregoryp3607
    @gregoryp3607 Před rokem +3

    The Colt 1911 is one of my favorite handguns. Thanks for bringing this one back to life.

  • @Mhatter12
    @Mhatter12 Před 5 měsíci +8

    That poor 1911😱
    Thanks for bringing it back to life.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 5 měsíci +3

      I know right, thanks we appreciate it! Thanks for watching

  • @user-iu5dh7kd7i
    @user-iu5dh7kd7i Před 2 měsíci +6

    The old gal still had some stories to tell and memories to make. Well done!

  • @Andrew-sv6zq
    @Andrew-sv6zq Před rokem +8

    I love 1911's and this is such a great restore to a pistol with amazing history. If that gun could only talk, the stories it could tell. Thanks for sharing your restore.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +1

      Thank you very much for the kind words, ya it would be amazing to hear the stories! Thanks for watching!

    • @speedybikelife7475
      @speedybikelife7475 Před rokem +1

      I think i got a idea how that be like... I killed him he was.. then i killed her and she was... then i got THROWN IN THE MUD TO RUSTAWAY .. idk.. something like that

  • @546Scott
    @546Scott Před rokem +32

    I cannot believe you could put that back together!! I had no idea it had that many parts. Well done!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +5

      Thank you very much, we appreciate it

    • @potrzebieneuman4702
      @potrzebieneuman4702 Před rokem +6

      It's fairly simple compared to something like the Beretta M9...that thing is a nightmare of parts.

    • @OhSoddit
      @OhSoddit Před rokem +2

      @@potrzebieneuman4702 The good 'ol L1A1 "SLR" (FN-FAL) never ever *EVER* malfunctioned. It was simple, with minimal parts. The F88 Styer, well, I could never get one of those things to bloody work, I think I'd need a science degree to work out how to strip and assemble.....

    • @potrzebieneuman4702
      @potrzebieneuman4702 Před rokem

      @@OhSoddit yeah I have heard that about bothe the SLR and the Styer. I remember being at high school and all the boys rushing to join Cadets thinking they'd get their hands on an SLR and being disappointed to be handed Smellies.

    • @natef1212
      @natef1212 Před rokem

      @@potrzebieneuman4702 huhh? the m9 has way less parts

  • @krazokid19
    @krazokid19 Před 6 měsíci +18

    The fact that this gun was resurrected back to full shooter status is a testament to John Browning's awesome design and it's also a testament to your gunsmithing skills as well! That's awesome!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 6 měsíci +2

      Absolutely, thank you very much we appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

    • @michelmendoza1769
      @michelmendoza1769 Před 6 měsíci

      Browning may have been the DaVinci of firearms way ahead of his time and thorough investigation in design

    • @JeffRiley-tc6cy
      @JeffRiley-tc6cy Před 5 měsíci

      this isnt gunsmith wor or legit restoratio as soo as he fires up the sand blaster

  • @MrRunYimmy
    @MrRunYimmy Před 9 měsíci +4

    Absolutely a thing of beauty! I'm glad you brought her back to life!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Yes it is, thank you very much! Thanks for watching!

  • @77Fmydog
    @77Fmydog Před rokem +78

    As a US Marine that has handled the 1911 almost my entire life i approve this restoration. He even gave it the USMC seal of approval @7:48

  • @RJon2006
    @RJon2006 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Beautiful restoration. I want a 1911. Such a gorgeous gun.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you very much, If you want it bad enough you'll get it, I believe! Thanks for watching

  • @jheintz5084
    @jheintz5084 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Very nice! An original 1911 converted to A1 and still showing the lack of scallops on the frame next to the trigger.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 5 měsíci

      Ya it has a few replacement parts. Thanks for watching

  • @gregorybenavides4374
    @gregorybenavides4374 Před 11 měsíci +67

    This is amazing. I never thought that an old rusted gun could be brought back to life.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 11 měsíci +3

      Thank you. Thanks for watching!

    • @Horecs
      @Horecs Před 11 měsíci +20

      @@TheKinzlerBros that's a new gun, rusted with vinegar for a few days. the color of the rust gives you away.

    • @demogod4955
      @demogod4955 Před 11 měsíci +13

      @@Horecs not to mention you can tell it's all surface rust

    • @Makenomistake.
      @Makenomistake. Před 11 měsíci +12

      Its a fake Restauration dude ,nothing what u see its real

    • @paulexports
      @paulexports Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@Makenomistake. explain the pitting?

  • @rominomen
    @rominomen Před rokem +6

    that was a great video. seeing how hard it was to get apart, and then how smoothly it went back together was SUPER satisfying. awesome that it works and runs rounds after all it's been through

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem

      Ya very satisfying, thank you very much for watching!

  • @maxyboi3147
    @maxyboi3147 Před měsícem +3

    It makes me happy to see my favorite pistol be restored to amazing condition, great job, keep doing what your doing. Love it man.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 29 dny

      Glad you enjoyed it, it's my favorite too! Thanks for the kind words and for watching!

  • @Zelousfear
    @Zelousfear Před 5 měsíci +17

    Bless you for saving that veteran and giving her care 🎉

  • @danieljohnson6931
    @danieljohnson6931 Před rokem +21

    Wow what an amazing restoration. Great work. Love the firearm as well hats off to ya. Can’t wait for the m1 garand!👍

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +1

      Thank you very much, Daniel. we appreciate the support and thanks for watching!

  • @robertgoss4842
    @robertgoss4842 Před 11 měsíci +103

    No audio but the sounds of your work...great! Terrific restoration job on an jmportant part of American history. It was 52 years ago, but when I was in the Marine Corps, I qualified as expert on the .45 at the end of ITR at Camp Pendleton, CA. A sweet memory.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 11 měsíci +6

      Thank you very much for your service, thanks for the kind words and I bet that's a great memory. Thanks for watching!

    • @GradualHigh
      @GradualHigh Před 11 měsíci +1

      The video is faked, he's not restoring anything, just scraping all the paint and fake rust off a gun he bought online.

    • @denisepeterson5110
      @denisepeterson5110 Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@GradualHigh true how did it get this bad

    • @user-hg7pg9gl8g
      @user-hg7pg9gl8g Před 10 měsíci

      Very interesting noticed

    • @skcreativity101
      @skcreativity101 Před 9 měsíci

      👍👍

  • @gregumiamaka5523
    @gregumiamaka5523 Před 6 měsíci +1

    What a beautiful weapon. Just thinking about the exacting craftsmanship of over a hundred years ago is mind boggling.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 6 měsíci

      Yes it is! There are many genius minds throughout time! Thanks for watching

  • @user-sj8lg8sq4r
    @user-sj8lg8sq4r Před 3 měsíci +3

    Nice work. Amazing how you brought it back to life.

  • @kayaker4132
    @kayaker4132 Před rokem +22

    About 5 years ago, I acquired a series 70 made in 1976. Prior to my rescue, it spent over 20 years inside of a moldy gun rug that had been stored in a very damp basement. Not as rusty as yours but it was a blast to restore it. Had to replace all the pins, screws, springs, barrel bushing, grips, hammer and sear. Turned out very nice. Love the way yours turned out! Great Job!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +1

      Very cool, I'm sure it looks awesome now, thank you very much we appreciate the kind words, thanks for watching!

    • @bobbybooshay8641
      @bobbybooshay8641 Před rokem +4

      Dude, this video is a fake. Did your wooden handgrips rust like this fake one? I can't believe people fall for this.

    • @oldscratch3535
      @oldscratch3535 Před rokem

      Its b/c the guns are chemically rusted. Guns do not naturally rust like this. The wood grips would be rotted off of this gun if it was actually in an environment that could cause this much rust naturally. You'd have to leave it by the fucking dead sea for 10 years to naturally get this much even bright orange rust. Shit is fake.
      All of the springs and pins would be rusted to pieces if it was real rust. You'd have to replace all of them, but he didn't.

  • @gwemula
    @gwemula Před 11 měsíci +6

    I saw the entire thing and still can't believe that this was done such brilliantly! Kudos!

  • @rikjames8892
    @rikjames8892 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Anyone else cry when they first seen the gun then this guy really warmed my heart!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 4 měsíci

      Ya it is terrible that it got in the shape it was in. Thanks for watching

  • @apb38
    @apb38 Před 3 měsíci +1

    A restoration isn't complete without test firing at the end. Great job.

  • @munchin40
    @munchin40 Před 11 měsíci +4

    This takes me back to the silent ritual of cleaning your firearm after a long, long day at the range. Thank you for giving us the feeling.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 11 měsíci

      Your welcome, thank you for watching we appreciate it!

  • @codydonovan7356
    @codydonovan7356 Před 10 měsíci +3

    seeing those metal components slide together and clicking like brand new is awesome

  • @diaperjoeisaped1723
    @diaperjoeisaped1723 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Thank you for showing all the details. I forgot how many little parts and parts this masterpiece has hidden away.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 4 měsíci

      Your welcome, ya its a work of art! Thanks for watching!

  • @drewber565
    @drewber565 Před 4 měsíci

    That is absolutely amazing! That thing looked beyond the grave!! I love the 1911!! When I first reported to OBC, in 1991, we qualified with the 1911 .45. The military should not have changed to the Beretta 9mm. Now, there are units that use the 1911 and all sorts of other firearms. I'm glad we've moved on. I have a 1911 and I love it!!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you very much we appreciate it! Thank you for your service! Ya it is definitely one of the most iconic guns! Thanks for watching

  • @bobpriddy5196
    @bobpriddy5196 Před 11 měsíci +6

    Wow. This was my Dad’s gun he carried in WWII and then in civilian life. A lot of memories seeing this gun come to life

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 11 měsíci +2

      Very cool, I wish I could thank him for his service. Thanks for watching

    • @ericmills9839
      @ericmills9839 Před 10 měsíci +1

      My friend has his grandfather's from WWII, I tried it out at a range. If I ever do that again it will be outside like in the video, it was painfully loud even with ear protection, a shocking difference from the modern 9mm we were also using. Beautiful piece of engineering and craftsmanship.

    • @ptyir1424
      @ptyir1424 Před 9 měsíci

      yeah that’s cap bro lmao show proof that this specific gun was his

  • @captainbillh
    @captainbillh Před 11 měsíci +28

    Nice job seeing the gun come back to life (regardless of whether you purposefully left the gun out to rust or not...as some are saying). The 1911 is my favorite semi-auto pistol. I have a very old one (s/n 17,xxx) that was issued to my grandfather during WWII which I inherited. The single stack magazine makes for a gun that fits normal size hands very comfortably. It's a timeless design that never fails to satisfy.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 11 měsíci +11

      Thank you we appreciate it. We bought it from a guy that got it at an estate sale in this condition. They are iconic, thanks for watching!

    • @MrLeeLifts
      @MrLeeLifts Před 11 měsíci +9

      It was soaked in a solution, most of these "resto" youtube people purposely tarnish items for clicks and views.

    • @skcreativity101
      @skcreativity101 Před 9 měsíci

      👍👍

    • @michaelmaas5544
      @michaelmaas5544 Před 8 měsíci

      @@MrLeeLiftsyeah there’s no way anyone actually does anything like this. 😂🤡🤫

  • @David-vt3hn
    @David-vt3hn Před 2 měsíci +8

    A restored gun that actually works. That's progress. That's a restoration worth having

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 2 měsíci

      Ya it is very satisfying, absolutely. Thanks for watching!

    • @Daniel_Roach
      @Daniel_Roach Před 11 dny +1

      It's not real, this much rust on high carbon steel would be ridiculous and cause so many malfunctions, if it didn't outright explode in your hands.
      To be fair, this is art in it's own way, just very dishonest.

  • @Richie_the_Fixer
    @Richie_the_Fixer Před 6 měsíci +1

    EXCELLENT !
    You now have a nice wall hanger / discussion starter / emergency SHTF warrior .

  • @kylehill6018
    @kylehill6018 Před rokem +61

    I’m wildly impressed by the restoration! I can’t explain why watching this and other videos like this is so damn relaxing

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +7

      You obviously love guns and enjoy seeing them being brought back to life! Thanks for watching

    • @diggie9598
      @diggie9598 Před 11 měsíci

      @@TheKinzlerBros I don't love guns, but i love your skills. Absolute Pro!

  • @masterofthepast7717
    @masterofthepast7717 Před rokem +5

    that's crazy how an old rusted gun can be turned into a polished new looking weapon, respect for how much time that must have taken

  • @sirlance9994
    @sirlance9994 Před 5 měsíci +4

    LOVED EVERY MINUTE OF THIS

  • @DayBeforeTomorrow
    @DayBeforeTomorrow Před 3 měsíci +6

    That almost brings to tears to my eyes to see such a beautiful weapon like that all rusted up! Great job restoring it though!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 3 měsíci

      Ya it sucks how some guns get neglected! Thanks we appreciate it!

  • @ErickaC-mc7vg
    @ErickaC-mc7vg Před rokem +4

    Nice job, enjoyed the video. Just seeing the disassembly of a 1911 and how all the parts work and interact shows the true design genius of John Browning.

  • @dslcp72
    @dslcp72 Před rokem +3

    That was a magnificent restoration! You must get a very special feeling when it’s all complete, you chamber a round then pull the trigger for the first time in -who knows how many years.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Thank you very much, yes it is very satisfying. Thanks for watching we appreciate it!

  • @drakemorgan6933
    @drakemorgan6933 Před 4 měsíci +2

    The end product is literally the 1911 I have wanted all my life. It’s identical to the one I want to own someday

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 4 měsíci

      I believe you will own one someday! Thanks for watching

    • @michaelmatthews2759
      @michaelmatthews2759 Před 3 měsíci

      Hit up CMP for a real one, or if you want the same thing for less buy a tisas WWII model

  • @rsixing
    @rsixing Před 5 měsíci +4

    Very nostalgic for me. I served as an M.P. in the U.S. Army in the 70's and 80's and the men carried the 1911. It is still my favorite pistol. Awesome rehab of the 1914 1911.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Absolutely, thank you for your service! It is my favorite as well! Thanks and thanks for watching!

    • @bawbremy
      @bawbremy Před 3 měsíci

      Fort Gordon or Fort McClellan alum?

  • @dantow359
    @dantow359 Před 9 měsíci +30

    The 1911 is the gun I carried in the service for 15 years. I was so grateful to see that awesome gun shoot again. it must be so rewarding to bring a gun back from the brink. you do incredible work. Keep it up

  • @Ingens_Scherz
    @Ingens_Scherz Před 9 měsíci +51

    Just a side comment: it's always been incredible to me just how modern this weapon still looks. Amazing - and I'm so glad this one's been brought back so brilliantly. Kudos for the epic skills!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 9 měsíci +3

      Ya its a timeless design! Thank you very much and thanks for watching!

    • @skcreativity101
      @skcreativity101 Před 9 měsíci +1

      👍👍

    • @corybrott8455
      @corybrott8455 Před 8 měsíci +1

      100 years is just a glimpse of human history

    • @geraldapollyon655
      @geraldapollyon655 Před 8 měsíci

      Right? I bought one back in '16 and there is almost no difference between the one he restored and the one I bought despite over 100 years difference between them.

    • @cameronharvey4746
      @cameronharvey4746 Před 6 měsíci

      completely timeless weapon. One of the most perfect handgun designs.

  • @da20eclipse
    @da20eclipse Před 7 měsíci +1

    So satisfying, thanks. Appears the slide is Mil and the frame commercial. As you noted, the barrel was replaced, as was the slide stop. Awesome restoration.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks we appreciate it, ya it has some replacement parts, thanks for watching!

  • @barrymccullock4757
    @barrymccullock4757 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Excellent work on a classic firearm. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @melfisher1683
    @melfisher1683 Před rokem +75

    It's awesome that you restored a piece of history. Born in 1911, still in use in 2023. As a 30-year Army veteran, she was my favorite.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +2

      Ya I love them, thank you very much for watching!

    • @daviddougan6961
      @daviddougan6961 Před rokem

      Great weapon but with its kick, I couldn't hit the broad side of a barn with it !

    • @nybergsgarage
      @nybergsgarage Před rokem

      @@daviddougan6961 my brother has one, it's actually my favorite to shoot with, somehow it's the easiest to be accurate with.

    • @nybergsgarage
      @nybergsgarage Před 11 měsíci

      @@Kalossabrakstein hey, that's probably it!

    • @Njazmo
      @Njazmo Před 11 měsíci

      @@daviddougan6961 Recoil isn't that bad, just like 9mm heavier frame pistol. Besides, recoil doesn't affect your accuracy, unless you "predict it", and point lower. 😉

  • @sirflingspoo
    @sirflingspoo Před rokem +5

    As a former 76Y10, I thank you for restoring a true piece of art.

  • @yaboy837
    @yaboy837 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Even after the parts have been through some heavy pitting, it still fires like brand new 😭 Love the 1911

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Absolutely, thanks for watching we appreciate it

    • @yaboy837
      @yaboy837 Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@TheKinzlerBros been binging ur vids while I make or eat food, love seeing some of my favourites show up in ur videos 💯

    • @JeffRiley-tc6cy
      @JeffRiley-tc6cy Před 5 měsíci

      ever shit a “brand new” 1911?

    • @yaboy837
      @yaboy837 Před 5 měsíci

      nope, I'm a brokie so I got a used one, but said "Brand new" as a metaphor yk?@@JeffRiley-tc6cy

  • @velovictus
    @velovictus Před 27 dny +1

    My heart sank when you dry fired her, but beautiful restoration on such a storied weapon! Great video, enjoyed it a lot!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 27 dny +1

      Sorry about that, thank you we appreciate it! Thanks for watching

  • @nitr4mmedia
    @nitr4mmedia Před 11 měsíci +7

    Timeless design. I love the 1911, especially in silver. Kinda sad you didn't polish it and then made a brushed look. 😅 Good job.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 11 měsíci +3

      Yes it is, thank you very much! I wanted to go more original, thanks for watching we appreciate it!

  • @alanmccalla6737
    @alanmccalla6737 Před rokem +7

    The epitome of old School technology, old school quality craftsmanship, old iron and steel, and a gorgeous restoration. Hats off to you for saving yet another one.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem

      Thank you very much for the kind words, we appreciate the support

    • @armale99
      @armale99 Před rokem +2

      Dont be decieved, this is done in reverse, trust me.

  • @bangochupchup
    @bangochupchup Před 7 měsíci +2

    Awesome video. The gun picket up an arched mainspring housing somewhere after about 1926.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks, ya it has some replacement parts. Thanks for watching!

  • @jeffreyjhouser
    @jeffreyjhouser Před 6 měsíci +1

    Amazing restoration! Mesmerizing to watch!

  • @timeemotion1076
    @timeemotion1076 Před rokem +5

    Wow - well done getting this back to what it almost looked like and then for it to shoot at the end mind blowing. Loved this!

  • @BobZOMG1984
    @BobZOMG1984 Před 3 měsíci +1

    The granite texture on the gun makes it looks like it forge out of volcano... pretty cool lookin'

  • @WEMS20
    @WEMS20 Před 6 měsíci +3

    Oh man, that's actually an OG Colt too. Hurst seeing it in that shape. Glad you restored this piece of history.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Yes it is, ya it was unfortunate to see it get that bad. We are very happy how it turned out! Thanks for watching

  • @kansascowboy5721
    @kansascowboy5721 Před rokem +4

    I had no idea there were so many tiny parts!!! You did and AMAZING job on this one 👍🏻

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem

      Ya there's a few. Thank you and thanks for watching!

  • @dongarnier5890
    @dongarnier5890 Před rokem +6

    As a restorer/refurbisher of cars and boats, I can say there are few things as rewarding as bead blasting. Being Canadian, I won't ever have a chance to restore a handgun unfortunately. Nice job!! 👍

    • @madmanmechanic8847
      @madmanmechanic8847 Před rokem +2

      I also do Marine repair for a living and also restore Muscle cars. Sorry your country has such restrictive gun laws we have been fighting for gun rights for years they would love to take them all away .

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +1

      Ya it's very satisfying, that sucks you can't do that in Canada, thanks for watching

    • @jackn2236
      @jackn2236 Před rokem

      I could be wrong but in Canada, antique firearms, that's black powder guns made in or before 1897, are perfectly legal. So "IF" in ""Theory,"" you got your hands on an original Colt 1851 Navy Revolver or similar firearm from that time frame, that was in a similar state to the M1914 in this video, then I think you could legally restore it in Canada...
      Now do take this with a grain of salt, I am not a legal expert, so as stated, I could very much be wrong, so before attempting to do something like this, I would highly recomend consulting an actual legal expert first.

  • @michelmendoza1769
    @michelmendoza1769 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I was particularly impressed by the “Blueing” process a weapon of this stature deserves a darkish hue.

  • @user-gs1ji7dj3n
    @user-gs1ji7dj3n Před měsícem +1

    Another great job. If you ask me the pitting on the slide just adds character.

  • @colinbotha7882
    @colinbotha7882 Před 10 měsíci +3

    ❤ resurrection of a timeless classic, satisfying to the point of no return

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 10 měsíci

      Thanks you we appreciate it, thanks for watching!

  • @efficiencygaming3494
    @efficiencygaming3494 Před rokem +4

    Great job bringing this piece back to life. It looks amazing now! Take care of it well and it might last another 100 years!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +1

      Thank you very much and I will, thanks for the support!

    • @notnowchief.3089
      @notnowchief.3089 Před rokem +1

      Yeah, bring it back after it was intentionally rusted .. what a hero... LOL

  • @mjn3544
    @mjn3544 Před 8 hodinami +1

    WOW! The Ballistol made a miraculous improvement!

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 3 hodinami

      Ya there are a variety of good penetrating oils! Thanks for watching!

  • @markhicks5962
    @markhicks5962 Před 5 měsíci

    Man that is fantastic! Especially without a big shop. Really something, A+ for sure.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 5 měsíci

      Thank you very much we appreciate it, thanks for watching!

  • @StiffPvtParts
    @StiffPvtParts Před rokem +11

    You've done a marvelous job restoring this piece of history.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +1

      Thank you and thanks for watching

    • @da420wizzard5
      @da420wizzard5 Před rokem +3

      Lol it's not history he oxidatized a gun then cleaned it that's not a hundred year old gun they didn't put sights on them til the 50s

    • @StiffPvtParts
      @StiffPvtParts Před rokem +2

      I understand why you'd feel that way as plenty of these restoration videos are indeed fake, however, I see no reason to doubt the credibility of this restoration channel.

    • @randybenefiel8900
      @randybenefiel8900 Před rokem +1

      @@da420wizzard5 who told you that?

    • @da420wizzard5
      @da420wizzard5 Před rokem +1

      @@randybenefiel8900 it was originally designed to be fired from horse back might been off on the years but most the sights put on the gun before (whatever date definitely after 1914) were after market

  • @NicolaasPhotography
    @NicolaasPhotography Před 11 měsíci +7

    Great work! And you got it back to a level of functionality where it actually works again 😮👌🏼

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před 11 měsíci +2

      Yes I did, thank you very much and thanks for watching!

  • @jasonm7068
    @jasonm7068 Před měsícem +1

    This video made me happy, like watching a stray puppy find a forever home kind of happy.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před měsícem

      I am happy to hear it, thanks for watching we appreciate it!

  • @user-ol9ef3dy6s
    @user-ol9ef3dy6s Před 5 měsíci +1

    Absolutely love watching the transformation. Keep up the great work.. Absolutely love watching the transformation. Keep up the great work..

  • @PBazBarrett
    @PBazBarrett Před rokem +8

    Great work right there on the fabulous 1911. Great job man bringing this classic back to life, good on you man!👍

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem

      Thank you very much I appreciate it, thanks for watching!

  • @penelopewhisselle8360
    @penelopewhisselle8360 Před rokem +78

    Stunning results. Can’t wait to see the next firearm restoration.

    • @TheKinzlerBros
      @TheKinzlerBros  Před rokem +1

      Thank you very much, thanks for watching!

    • @armale99
      @armale99 Před rokem

      Dont be decieved, this is done in reverse, trust me.