S&W Revolver vs 1911 - Sand and Swamp Use

[jackstrawIII]

1911, not even close, and modern semi's are better than the 1911

Not much else to say.

[jimku]

Originally Posted by 603Country

1911’s have been through the mud, grit, and grime of 2 major wars. A time and war tested design. I’d trust it over any revolver I can think of.

My sediments (sentiments) exactly!!! I trust my 1911, period. If it ever does get all gunkered up with sand, dirt, or mud, I can field strip it and clean it very quickly and easily ... not so with a revolver.

[RickB]

Even if a revolver were more reliable while full of junk, the ability to easily strip and clean the 1911 would make it my choice, if I had to make an extended stay.

I read an interesting article about wrapping a pistol in plastic sheet, using a low-tack tape, to keep junk out of the holstered gun. If necessary, the gun could be shot without first "unwrapping" it, the weak tape allowing the plastic to be easily dislodged or blown off by the firing and cycling of the gun.

I've also read that SAS cleaned their Hi-Powers in gin in the desert, as the alcohol served as a solvent, and the juniper berries left an oily residue that served as a lube without attracting a lot of dust.
If you're in a swamp, you can probably find alternate uses for the gin.