Ed Brown 1911 Executive Commander 9mm Review

When I hit 50 and decided to buy myself a high-end 1911, I could’ve turned to any number of high-end makers. Back then, Ed Brown himself attended our industry’s big trade show, and I always made a point to visit with him. Mostly we talked about hunting, but over the years, I learned a lot about 1911s from him as well, and that—coupled with knowing how well respected his guns are—made the decision an easy one.

The Special Forces I ended up buying was my first exposure to how top-notch craftsmanship makes such a huge difference in how a 1911 feels and shoots. This high quality is at the heart of the