![]() For instance, the unit "standard" for a battalion was by authorized end strength roster number by company. Over the years I have seen several variations and my most recent unit had leeway at the individual section level to use, or not, a rack numbering system of their choosing. I occassionaly carried one during the early OIF deployment years then later switched to Glocks (or, usually had an Glock/M9 since everyone else did too and ammo commonality is useful) and did once again during my final deployment in 2015 but just a year later my buddy reported no one used them (Glocks dominated) although the pistols did deploy overseas (units typically take most all of their assigned gear). Most everyone at my old unit nowadays choose Glocks (or M9s) but as recently as, say, 5 years ago and definately 10 years ago, you could still see them downrange in holsters on a regular basis. Recall DOD doesnt really officially service or retain parts for them anymore, hasnt for a long time!, and the ammo is a hassle to acquire. My old unit only retains about 275 and perhaps more or less for the others. Personally, I applaud these efforts and will be eager to acquire one regardless of orginal condition. Reports say over 100000 pistols may become available. ![]() You may have heard reports about the CMP and an Alabama Congessman who have been moving to acquire the remaining Army inventory of 1911s and sell the surplus to the public. ![]() ![]() There are not many units that still issue a 1911 much less have any on the books but a rough estimate is close to a dozen scattered about the Army. They range from the 700,00s to 2.6 million plus two, unbelievably, from WW1. I have the inventory list by serial number from my old unit (from which I recently retired) of M1911A1s which are still on active duty in that unit of the US Army, as of Feb 2017. ![]()
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