M1911A1 Handgun Armorer

About This Course

In ACADEMI’s one-day M1911 Handgun Armorer course, student will acquire the basic armorer skills for this historic and popular firearm system. Students will discuss the history of this famous firearm, and then learn how to diagnose and repair malfunctions, perform function checks, and return firearms to military specifications. Armorer training classes are a mixture of classroom instruction and hands-on exercises, enabling each student to achieve a high degree of familiarity with the topics covered. After completing the course, students will be able to repair and maintain the M1911/M1911A1 firearm to military specifications. Graduates will be issued a three-year certification and will receive one-on-one ACADEMI phone and/or email support. RCO Ref WO 17311.

$ 240.00 / 1 day
Includes a certificate of completion.
Rental equipment available.
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Next Available Classes
$ 250.00 / 1 day
Includes a certificate of completion.
Rental equipment available.
ALL COURSES
REQUIRE APPROVAL
Next Available Classes
Monday
September 2014
8
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Course Details
  • Topics
    • History of the M1911/M1911A1
    • Function of parts
    • Technical specifications
    • Clearance, loading and unloading procedures
    • Field stripping
    • Operating principles
    • Cycle of operation
    • Disassembling and assembling the firearm system
    • Troubleshooting
    • Cleaning, maintenance and lubrication
    • Practical exam
  • Gear
    • All firearms and armorer tools used in the course are provided by ACADEMI
  • Ammunition requirements
    • None
  • Skill prerequisites
    • Familiarity with 1911 platforms
  • Lodging
  • Moyock location has lodging available on campus and off campus.

    Meals
    A variety of meal options can be purchased directly from our on-site dining facility for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

    Gear Rentals
    Most items on the gear list may be rented via the application at additional cost or purchased at the Proshop.