
The Colt 1911 Competition Government is a full-size .45 ACP pistol designed for precise, controlled shooting. Its stainless steel Government frame and slide are paired with a 5-inch National Match barrel, a skeletonized competition trigger, and Novak sights featuring a red fiber optic front and adjustable rear. Blue checkered G10 grips provide a secure hold, while the ambidextrous thumb safety and beavertail grip safety support confident handling. The Series 70 firing pin system and dual recoil spring system complete this competition-focused 1911 configuration.
Key features
- National Match 5-inch steel barrel supports consistent accuracy
- Novak red fiber optic front sight and adjustable rear sight allow precise aiming
- Blue checkered G10 grips provide a secure, durable interface
- Ambidextrous thumb safety and beavertail grip safety enhance handling control
- Skeletonized trigger provides a competition-oriented control surface
- Stainless steel frame and slide offer corrosion-resistant durability
The Colt 1911 Competition Government combines classic 1911 operation with competition-focused sights, barrel, trigger, and controls.
Colt 1911 Competition Government .45 ACP Stainless Pistol: quick facts
- What caliber is the Colt 1911 Competition Government .45 ACP Stainless Pistol?
- It is chambered in .45 ACP.
- How many rounds does it hold?
- 8+1 rounds; magazines included: 1.
- How big and heavy is it?
- Barrel length 5 inches, overall length 8.5 inches, weight 36 ounces.
- What kind of action does it use?
- Semi-Automatic.
- Is it optic ready or threaded?
- Optic ready: No; threaded barrel: No.
- What sights and finish does it have?
- Sights: Fiber Optic Sights; finish: Stainless.
- Is it new or used?
- New, in the original packaging.
- Can I buy it in Alabama?
- Yes. It ships to a licensed FFL dealer in Alabama; you pick it up there after the background check. Alabama: no purchase permit, no registration and no waiting period. Adults 19 and older may carry without a permit since 2023.
- Is it in stock?
- Yes, at $1170.69. Orders leave within 1-2 business days; shipping is free over $999.
Similar pistols in stock
Shop all →★ 4.8 (24)
$1606.54
Capacity: 12 | Barrel Length: 5.09
★ 5.0 (7)
$3736.35
Capacity: 30 | Barrel Length: 5.83
★ 4.6 (7)
$1315.01
Capacity: 12 | Barrel Length: 6.02
★ 5.0 (5)
$1325.36
Capacity: 15 | Barrel Length: 4.0
★ 5.0 (4)
$993.01
Capacity: 17 | Barrel Length: 4.53
★ 5.0 (4)
$2879.59
Capacity: 10 | Barrel Length: 5.87







