

And that is to Hartford, Conn., and Colt. The 1911A1 pistol is in the midst of a renaissance of sorts, but if you want a pure version of what came out of WWI, you must go back to where it all began. Many designers have attempted to make the 1911 more acceptable to civilian handgunners, particularly in the last 15 to 20 years. It is also the A1 variant that comprises the bulk of the production, by now in the millions, of 1911 pistols. It is this latter model that is best known to most living veterans. Those small changes were made in the mid-1920s-after the practical experiences of World War I-and caused a change in the official nomenclature to “Pistol, Caliber. 45 pistol required some modification before it was completely acceptable for most shooters. It is not so widely appreciated, but the. 45 Model of 1911.” The facts of the gun’s reputation and service life are well-known to most hand gunners. It gave the gun the official designation of “Pistol, Caliber. 45 caliber pistol as the main service handgun of the United States. Some 95 years ago, the Army adopted the Colt- Browning. Novak fiber-optic front sight and adjustable rear sight.Corrosion-resistant stainless steel slide.
COLT 1911 A1 STAINLESS SERIES
The National Match® barrel offers enhanced accuracy, while the Series 70 firing system delivers a consistent, crisp trigger pull, ideal for competition performance. A dual recoil spring system reduces felt recoil and offers lasting performance. An upswept beavertail grip safety ensures reliable manipulation, and the undercut trigger guard keeps the pistol low in your hand for increased control. A Novak® fiber-optic front sight and adjustable rear sight offer intuitive target acquisition, while custom G10 grips boast a reliable nonslip grip. Featuring a corrosion-resistant stainless steel slide with aggressive rear slide serrations, this pistol offers superior durability and performance. Colt 1911 Series 70- The Colt® 1911 Series 70 Competition Stainless Steel Semi-Auto Pistol is a performance-enhanced, competition-ready 1911, designed specifically for competitive shooting.
