Rock Island Armory 22 TCM Micromag 1911 Pistol 

I have this 22tcm/9mm pistol as well. I also bought a .38 super comp barrel and with minimal fitting got that to work as well. Actually, it seems to work even better than the 9mm or 22tcm barrels. Just use the 9mm spring and you are good to go! Love this pistol!!

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For 40 years I carried a Colt 45acp 1911. Earlier this year I bought a RIA 1911 A-1, 22TCM/9R, and I love it. In the 1990’s I bought my son-in-law a RIA 45acp 1911, which he liked, but I wouldn’t have bought it for myself due to the fit and finish. 2020, pistols are a different animal. The fit and finish is second to none, plus RIA (ARMSCOR) put a new logo on the pistol which isn’t the huge billboard that was on previous models. My local gun shop carries plenty of ARMSCOR ammo and at a great price. 100 rounds of TCM ammo for $29.00.

I tried one of these today. LOVED it!!! very accurate, ZERO failures and lots of fun!!!

Well after coming out from under my rock this past weekend I met with the guys from Rock Island at the NRA convention in Nashville and was informed of the 22 TCM for the first time (I know I'm late, I said I was under a rock). After hearing about the performance of the round and the fact that it came with a 9mm barrell as well all for around a $600 price mark. I was sold. Most of the information given came not from a Rock Island rep but from an enthusiast in the crowd that was passing by. Awesome firearm!

I was very impressed by this review. That seems like a really cool option, with dual calibers. The ammo on the .22 TCM is reasonably priced, and the fact that Armscor reloads the ammo for a reduced price... and it's a reasonably priced 1911 (although not .45, oh well). This just showed up on my wish list.

the closeup at "smile and wait for the flash" is incredible!!!!

I’ve always been a 1911 fanboy. Mine are all 45 APC. Never shot one in 9mm but have always wanted to. I think it his will be my next handgun purchase. 2 calibers in 1 gun, what a great deal!! Love the fireball from the 22 TCM and 2000+ FPC, WOW what more can you ask for??!! Thanks for the review.

Really interesting calibre going to find out more about it now. Great idea having the 9mm combo!

Thank you for the review. Earlier today I asked Mrgunsngear about a review of this handgun and he pointed me your way. It answered all of the questions I had about the weapon itself, the TCM cartridge, and how RIA worked the 9mm into the package. Subscribed.

I heard about this one awhile back, but this is the first T&E vid I've seen. Interesting cartridge, and a good vid. Thanks, Sootch!

Gorgeous gun, love the 1911 style.

I used to think RIA was a cheap made pistol but after I bought mine TCM I did not think that.Welk made a d good prices.This is one fast bullet

I'm primarily a glock guy but to be honest this thing has grabbed my attention since the first time I saw it

Need one now . Great weapon .

Was tested against soft body armor that is specifically used to stop pistol caliber rounds and the 22 TCM defeated it !!!

Had to have one. Very fun shooting. Always gets attention at the range. 1500 to 2000 rounds and not one issue

$800 For a .22 Pistol??? Well, some people have extra money to throw away. I paid $250 for a Tokarev TT 7.62x25. Hot Round and super reliable with stopping power. ⭐️⭐️

I came back to watch this again...great job, sootch00! I have had mine now since watching this the first time and luv' the way it shoots!! Great fun and a great gun to have fun with!

I recently discovered the 22tcm oddly enough after several years of being a firearms person. This vid is one of the best reviews out there on this gun and ... now I want one. Very cool gun.

What an awesome 9mm/22TCM combination, ...on a 1911 platform yet! Just outstanding!

The TCM round was derived from a .223 not 9mm. Fred Craig (the C in TCM) worked with Armscor to develop the round and the story of its development can be found at his Atomitronix website.

That's amazing! Never knew of such a round! Cool review sootch!!

I love rock island and i love 1911 they have really good custmer sevice as well i own 3 every size 1911

We've basicly had that for a long time now in the Browning Hi Power.

It looks like good Platform to train my Grade School Grandchildren on the 1945 Pattern inexpensively. TY for the demo.

looks like a excellent package thanks for info Sootch00

That is a funky round but if it was less expensive and more common I would like to see a carbine with this caliber!

I have the tactical version, light rail, fiber optic sights, fantastic grips, 10 round mags (comes with 2 mags and a load assist), and LOVE this pistol! All you said and more is true. A 9mm PLUS the 22TCM in a high quality 1911 format for about $650. Are you KIDDING me? Best value in the market! Two things to add:The reloading of spent brass program was discontinued some time ago. I'm just guessing but I think they offered that as an inducement to try the round and get it out into the market. But they don't do it anymore, so don't expect to get that deal. But it is correct that a box of 50 rounds can be had now in the $18 - $20 range, all you want.Second, if you get the pistol and like the 22TCM, they also make a wonderful bolt action rifle chambered for it. Beautiful rifle, well checkered, Schnabel front end, 5 round box mag, hardwood stock. MSRP is only $460 and it can be bought around $375 or so. The Gallery of Guns item number is 51108 - but good luck finding one. A scare rifle, bought as soon as they appear. But if you have both, go to the range with the pistol and the rifle in tow, have a great day shooting all sorts of targets. Your face will hurt from all the grinning you'll do. Other shooters will appear from nowhere to see what is causing all that sound and fury and muzzle blast ring. And maybe best of all, your hand and shoulder won't be sore at all.Think about it - own a quality 1911 - 2 of them, really - and a beautiful bolt action rifle, all for $1,000. How you gonna beat that?

I've been pretty impressed with Rock Island Armory products. I bought my first RIA a couple years ago - it is their .45acp 1911 "tactical" model. Was very impressed with how tightly all the parts fit and even more impressed with how accurate it was. It definitely gives my Kimber 1911 a run for its money for accuracy. I sent my RIA 1911 to Nevada and had their gunsmith Arnel install Trijicon sights, as well as give my gun a match grade trigger job. I've had 100% reliability with my RIA 1911.

Follow up to my previous comment. Ivan at armscor listened to my problems with the 22tcm and took charge of it. He went above and beyond anything I could expect. He made is making it right. If he follows through as well as he has been so far I would recommend this company to anyone.

Thanks for your help with all the videos that you been showing I learned a lot about safety and repair and gun control thank you

My RI 1911 A1 has been an amazing pistol. It has around 15,000 round through it and it's running better than ever. Add a Pachmyer grip, and your set for less than $450. Can't beat it.

I am buying one! TY for the review. Great presentation!

Awesome montage! This is a quality video

Interesting. My wife and I just came across this caliber the other day when looking for 22 mag and wondered what gun it was for. Thanks for the great review on it.

Excellent review!

Great vid - yes, I will be getting one of these...!

Incredible!!! Truly it is.

Looks like an awesome round...gotta try that one

The 22 TCM almost has as much energy at the muzzle as a 124gr 9mm. And they do make a rifle now too.

Great video but just wanted to add my $.02! The combo 22TCM/9mm comes with a 7lb/12lb spring along with both barrels and an additional extractor. The extractor needs to be changed when swapping over to 9mm. I have talked to several reliable sources and all have informed me that ARMSCOR/Rock island will be discontinuing the 22 TCM/9mm combo due to many issues of people not swapping/forgetting to change springs, etc.... They will continue to make the 22 TCM but are going to stop the combo A2's stateside, so scoop one up if you run across one. I bought 2 and absolutely love them! Been a lot of fun load developing and if anyone has heard different please chime in! Stay safe and happy shooting!

Great video sootch, Rockland has made 1911 forever a great company,thank you and God bless you !!!

Best video ever on the Rock Island I am going to see if my local gun shop has them

Wow! What a crazy round I've never heard of.

Great video!!! I have a RIA .45acp and absolutely love it. I'm gonna have to get a RIA 22tcm/9mm now after seeing your review. I've been looking at glocks and sigs but have not been satisfied with the look and feel of either. I love the 1911 and how durable they are. Thanks for the great review!!

I bought a new 9mm-22TCM blued and loved shooting the 22TCM for $25 per 50 rounds in Tennessee. But it jammed every full magazine even after 200 rounds. Seller said it was a common problem and sold me two new Wilson Combat mags for $50 each. They worked perfectly but I was so aggravated with the factory Rock Island single stack mags I immediately traded off that gun.

I have really been wondering about that gun. Thanks for the video. I'd love to get one sometime.

Thanks for showing us this gun

I have heard excellent reviews on the RIA .45 ACP 1911 right up there in accuracy with Kimbers and Springfields but at half the prices.

I have heard great thing about rock island!!!

Wow, the 9mm conversion is a huge selling point. Your group was amazing, and the performance sounds most impressive. I wouldn't buy a 1911 45 ACP, but I would consider this.

Nice and factual as always! Been wanting to get one of these myself as the dual shootability is the way to go! Thanks for the input!

Damn, I thought I had my gun to get next list complete. Now I have to add this one. Thanks Sootch!

Awesome review thank you so much!!!

Great info on this 1911. I have been looking at a few dealers that carry this in my area and some of the user reviews state that you have to also change the extractor when you convert the barrel and spring to 9mm. Some say this is correct and others stated theirs only came with 1 extractor marked 22TCM and it works for both calibers. All said the pistol and caliber kicks ass.

Fine review of a great looking handgun. Thank you for sharing. 🤗

First time I hear about this caliber that is amazing it's like a 556 short. Looks stronger than the five seven. Amazing.

That is awesome, I am very excited about that pistol and cartridge combination. Have to have one! Great video, going straight to the "favorites" Thanks.

That's a cool round! Thanks scooch.

Very interesting firearm. Great info and video.

Looks like a well build 1911.

"God Bless America, Long Live the Republic" COOL :)

Very Neat presentation! Congratulations Sootch..

Wow! I'd never even heard if this round. I really hope it takes off! Seems like it would be a great outdoorsman round.

kick ass pistol ill be getting one next thanks sootch

Looks awesome!

beautiful gun

just the right weapon for me!

It's always great to hear you say...."Be strong. Be of good courage. God Bless America. Long live the Republic!" Rock Island Armory rocks!!!! Nice video. Thanks for sharing.

Don't let that scare you. The extractor is easy to remove. Remove the firing pin stop. Gently tap out the extractor and tap in the other one. I found that my 22 TCM extractor worked great for 9mm so I leave it in.

that is preaty cool little gun

That is a very interesting caliber! Nice review.

That is a pretty sweet pistol. The ability to have a common caliber and magazine does not make you second guess the 22. cal part.

As soon as the video started I didn't even have to see your face. Thank you for the review of the TCM 22 by armscore

good review interesting pistol

love all ur vids

Man I want that gun so bad!! California blows!! I have a RIA 5" .45 and it is a Fantastic Gun!! Great company, great product, great customer service, and lifetime warranty. Rock On!

Another great video.

Also takes Para Ordnance wide body mags...excellent !

I will sootch and thanks for getting back with me. Talk to you soon.

Great thank you for the video..

That is really nice.

I love it!! Gotta have one :)

Not a necked down 9mm it's parent case is a 223 case. Simular to the 9mm but different. I've owned one for a few year's that combination 9mm/22tcm and people wouldn't believe how powerful this 22tcm round is. Shoots a foot round fireball out almost every shot. It out performs my FN 5.7x28 it will drill through 1/4" steel like hot butter. It'll drill the smoothest 1/4" hole you have ever seen. I'm telling you it's super bad but I purchased the Rock Island rifle also and it gets a couple of hundred fps faster than the short barreled pistol. They surely pair off well and will drop wild hogs in their tracks along with deer. It's all about the bullet placement. Buy yourself a pair and you won't be disappointed. I surely love mine.

Look on here at .22TCM reloading, there is detailed info on reloading using shortened 223 brass, the dies are now available from Fred Craig to do it all apparently. Very interesting round, type in .22TCM Watermelon to see comparrisons with other calibres.

I think I'm starting to like the potential of this gun. First I love multi calibers, the penetration is excellent with the 22 and with the light spring my wife will be able to rack the slide,

With the fireball from the 22 TCM, you can shoot and barbecue the bad guys at the same time !!!

This calibre blew my mind! I just got off the phone with my local gun dealer and I have one ordered right now;)...

GOOOOOOOD!!!!

At 3:05, a 40mm projectile going over 2000 fps out of a pistol is what I would call a hand cannon.

that looks like an excelent coyote/pest animal hunting pistol set up! looks like lots of fun!

Thank you Sir, for reviewing this pistol! I never would have heard of it if it weren't for you. Now I want one: That price point for the gun and ammo is affordable. Thanks again; very good video!

I got to get me one of those!!!

Cool round

Excellent vid........thanks

i think i will love that pistol

Great vid Sootch. I have to say that even though the .22 TCM round is entertaining and looking at the velocity - wow is the best word that comes to mind. However, the most impressive aspect of this 1911 is that it comes with a 9mm barrel. I know that a lot of companies are making 9mm for the 1911, however, they usually charge an arm and a leg. Needless to say, I would end up switching the barrel out and not looking back. Great vid and thanks for the info - I'll keep my eyes out for one!

Nice video, Thank you.

i like the way you explain thing on your review ,