Why Buying My First 1911 Changed My Perspective On Guns Forever

About this video

Colion shares the personal story of purchasing his first high-end 1911 pistol—a Kimber Ultra Raptor in .45 ACP—approximately 12 years ago when it was the most expensive gun he had ever bought. He describes how this particular firearm changed his approach to gun collecting, shifting from purely practical carry considerations to also valuing aesthetics and emotional connection. Colion explains how this gun marked a turning point where he began making more passion-driven purchasing decisions rather than purely rational ones.

Key takeaways

• Colion argues that certain firearm purchases become memorable milestones that stick with you, especially when they represent a significant investment or turning point in your collecting journey
• According to Colion, the Kimber Ultra Raptor’s unique aesthetic details—including reptile-pattern grips, raptor scaling, and compact .45 ACP proportions—made it the first 1911 that emotionally appealed to him despite its high cost
• Colion teaches that gun purchases driven by passion rather than pure logic are valid, noting that men often abandon rational decision-making when it comes to their hobbies and interests

Episode details: published January 3, 2023 · 12:02 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. Colion Noir’s legal commentary reflects his positions and teaching, attributed to him — it is not legal advice. His defensive-incident breakdowns are his analysis of reported incidents, attributed to him.

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