I just picked up a new 1911BKO from Auto-Ordnance. It's basic, simple, and list price under $600. The BKO is a new-for-2015 low-end 1911 from A-O.
The manual includes this safety warning:
"For proper functioning in all Auto-Ordnance .45 caliber handguns we recommend the use of 230 grain .45 ACP ball ammunition only."
Since I had in mind using the new gun for self-defense carry, this "ball only" statement surprised me. For SD, I much prefer hollow point SD rounds.
Does anyone have information on why A-O has this recommendation? I realize ball is the traditional round for a 1911. And I understand the 230 grain recommendation to avoid overpressure. But why the implied 'no HP' part?
Oh, have not had it to the range, yet. Looking forward to that experience.
Thanks.
The manual includes this safety warning:
"For proper functioning in all Auto-Ordnance .45 caliber handguns we recommend the use of 230 grain .45 ACP ball ammunition only."
Since I had in mind using the new gun for self-defense carry, this "ball only" statement surprised me. For SD, I much prefer hollow point SD rounds.
Does anyone have information on why A-O has this recommendation? I realize ball is the traditional round for a 1911. And I understand the 230 grain recommendation to avoid overpressure. But why the implied 'no HP' part?
Oh, have not had it to the range, yet. Looking forward to that experience.
Thanks.