Taken down, the Star Model B shows classic GM 1911 construction in its Grip safety and other minor mechanical differences - mostly better!
He never liked it and it was added only at the insistence of the Army.Ĭompared to a 1911, you can see while similar, the Model B has no
Externally, the only difference is a good one - there’s no grip-safety. There are some internal differences, but in its appearance and operation, it’s a GM 1911. Thanks to Century Arms, there’s an economical alternative in the Star Model B. Yes, the old fellow has been made in 9mm chambering, but the “big name” versions are quite pricey. Factor in age, physical problems and hand size, and sometimes the felt-recoil of the.
We all know how that turned out, don’t we? It’s a tribute to the design genius of John Moses Browning. It’s Perfect.Īfter 104 years, one might think the old US Government Model 1911 would be relegated to the antique realm. For Those Who Prefer - “Cocked-And Locked” Carry.