Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War offers many different options for secondary weapons. From shotguns to launchers, players have a choice when it comes to their offhand defense in multiplayer missions. Still, the 1911 pistol continues to be a consistently chosen item that fits the era and offers a unique defensive bonus.

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To really maximize the Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War weapon potential, players need to master the gunsmith attachment system. The 1911 handgun is a fast-firing semi-automatic weapon that deals high damage, high mobility, and minimal recoil. As far as secondaries go, the 1911 handgun is a trustworthy sidearm that has been part of military standard operations for years. The pistol acts as a default secondary in both the campaign and pre-built multiplayer loadout. This weapon’s history, mixed with its reliability, make it a default pick for many players.

1911 Handgun Loadout

Muzzle - Muzzle Brake . 45 APC Barrel - 6. 45" Reinforced Heavy Barrel Laser - Steady Aim Laser Magazine - 12 Round Magazine Grip - Speed Tape Grip

The muzzle brake in Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is a favored attachment. The muzzle brake gives the gun an increase to recoil control, while the heavy barrel increases the damage range of the 1911 handgun by 30%. Mix this with the steady aim laser, and players will find improved hip-fire accuracy that will continue to benefit fast-switch encounters for multiplayer players.

Due to the extended Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War multiplayer game modes, players may want to equip a 12-round magazine. This increase in ammo capacity can help the gun sustain fire over longer engagements, while the speed tape handle increases the speed for ADS combat.

While every weapon is situational, the Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War 1911 handgun can easily complement most primary weapons. While the pistol will always favor close-combat engagements, it is better than running out of ammo in the middle of a fight. Players will find that with the proper loadout, the 1911 handgun can become more versatile for the ever-changing battlefield of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War.

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

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