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First Time Owners

As a responsible firearm owner, you must read the USER MANUAL of your weapon thoroughly before you handle it. A product specific manual will be provided with each new Rock Island Armory weapon. 

This USER’S MANUAL is designed to assist you in learning the proper use and care of your handgun. After reading this manual, examine your handgun carefully and ensure that you understand all the features associated with it. This includes knowing it’s basic parts, how the safety features operate, how to open and close the action, and how to safely load and unload ammunition. Remember that improper use and handling of this handgun is dangerous, may void the warranty, and could cause severe injury or death.

Rock Island Armory weapons are as well made as modern technology allows and will give you a lifetime of reliable service, security, and pride of ownership. Use it properly and take good care of it, as per the instructions given in this USER’S MANUAL and do not hesitate to ask pertinent questions from the manufacturer or from competent gunsmiths.

The USER’S MANUAL that comes with your weapon should always be kept available for reference and should accompany the firearm if transferred to another party.

Meet the STK Series | Striker-Fired Pistols with 1911 Feel

// Concealed Carry and Self Defense, Home Defense, 1911 Pistols

Meet the STK Series | Striker-Fired Pistols with 1911 Feel

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How to Reduce Recoil During Shooting | Part 2 | Grip & More

// 1911 Pistols

How to Reduce Recoil During Shooting | Part 2 | Grip & More

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Do you have control of recoil while you're shooting? You may not be managing it efficiently. 

In our last blog, we discussed how your stance may be causing more recoil. Read about that first here. Now, let's cover how your grip, firearm choice and firearm assembly may affect your recoil management. 

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How to Reduce Recoil During Shooting | Part 1 | Stance

// 1911 Pistols

How to Reduce Recoil During Shooting | Part 1 | Stance

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Do you feel you have the best control of your recoil when you’re shooting? You may be making one of the most common mistakes made by a shooter.

“Your shooting is a challenge, and taking on a challenge is a lot like riding a horse. If you're comfortable while you're doing it, you're probably doing it wrong,” said John McClain of Team Armscor.

Let’s break down why popular stances like Weaver might be slowing you down, what grip techniques actually work, and how you can shoot with greater control.

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