John Moses Browning played a substantial part in a number of different firearms (and other firearm-related things). I'm sure you're probably already aware of th

John Moses Browning played a substantial part in a number of different firearms (and other firearm-related things). I'm sure you're probably already aware of this, but those who are browsing the comments might not. The man was a genius. For instance: .50 BMG = Browning Machine Gun; the round and the M2 machine gun. The Browning Hi-Power. The .380 auto is sometimes referred to as the 9mm Browning. Probably obvious why... Heck, I should just stop listing these off, because there's way too many things JMB took part in. I'll leave this [1] link instead. It's also worth mentioning that you could probably credit Browning indirectly for a number of other designs currently in use that either borrow directly from his work or are inspired by it, including most modern automatic pistols (yes, even Glock). > I like 1911 style guns and my next gun will probably be such a model. I'd definitely suggest it. Sure, it's not as "elegant" as some of the polymer frames out there these days, but it's still a workhorse. There's something about the older designs that are remarkable feats of engineering for their day, to say nothing of the incredible history behind them that seems attractive to be a small part of by way of ownership. That said, owning both a 1911 and a Glock, I'll admit that I can't really pin a favorite. I like both for different reasons. While I doubt I'll buy another 1911 (I won't rule out a conversion kit, though...) since I have my eyes on other Glock models (and possibly another brand of polymer), it's a design that's almost timeless. Mine's an SR1911 (model 6700) with rosewood grips, and it's sexy. But loads of other manufacturers are making some great looking 1911s at all different price points. It would almost seem sacrilegious to have a gun collection without a 1911. :) [1] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Browning#Cartridges http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Browning#Cartridges (and the "firearms" section below that).