I have a 1918 Colt 1911. It was refurbished in 1943 at Rock Island Arsenal and have been used in two world wars and who knows how many other trips around the world. It is in very good shape and loves 230gr Ball ammo. I don't shoot it as much as I use to now that I have a Springfield Armory National Match. I still have no fear of harming it by shooting it since it was given to me when I was 18. I am a firm believe that old guns should be enjoyed best by shooing them. That is why they where made.