Description
The Colt 1911 Competition Government is a semi-automatic pistol designed for competitive and precision shooting. It pairs a 5-inch National Match barrel with Novak adjustable fiber optic sights and Colt’s Series 70 firing system. The pistol is finished in blued forged carbon steel and fitted with blue G10 checkered grips for a secure hold.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is .45 ACP.
- The barrel measures 5 inches and is described as a National Match stainless steel barrel.
- The action is Semi-Automatic (hammer fired).
- The frame material is forged carbon steel with a blued finish.
- The sights are Novak adjustable with a red fiber optic front.
- The grips are blue G10 checkered with a scallop texture.
- The pistol uses the Series 70 firing system.
- The trigger is a 3-hole aluminum skeletonized design with a listed pull weight range of 4.5–6 lbs in source material.
- The barrel is described as stainless match grade.
- The capacity, included magazine count, weight, and ambidextrous safety details vary among source entries — see notes.
Built to support accurate, repeatable performance in competition settings, the Colt 1911 Competition Government combines match-grade components and shooter-oriented ergonomics. The National Match barrel and Novak adjustable fiber optic sights are intended to aid precision, while the G10 grips and undercut trigger guard promote a secure, consistent grip. This configuration is aimed at competitive shooters and experienced users seeking a 1911 built around accuracy and reliable operation.
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