STI International 1911 1911-A1 . 45 ACP 5″ Single Action Semi-Auto Pistol
SOLD FOR: $1525
LSB#: 210630SD04
Make: STI International
Model: 1911-A1
Serial Number: KF9345
Year of Manufacture: 1993-2020
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Pistol with Removable Magazine.
Markings: The left side of the frame is marked “STI INTERNATIONAL / GEORGETOWN, TX USA” and with the serial number. The right side of the slide is marked with the STI Texas logo.
Barrel Length: 5″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an angled serrated blade dovetailed into the slide. The rear sight is a square notch Novaks lo-mount sight dovetailed and screw set to the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are G-10 with texturing formed by small horizontal grooves and large vertical grooves. There are some light handling marks, no major defects. The grips rate in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Hard Chrome
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion but there is stubborn fouling against the lands.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 96% of its metal finish. There is some thinning on the sides of the slide at the front. There is some discoloration on the sides of the slide at the front. There are some little spots of discoloration on the backstrap. There is a little ding on the front edge of the slide on the left side down towards the bottom. There are some machining marks visible on the dust cover and top of the slide. There is light handling and operational wear. The grip screws are undamaged and the markings are clear. Overall, this pistol rates in about Fine Plus condition.
Mechanics: This pistol has an adjustable trigger, crisp trigger, strong mainspring, skeletonized hammer & trigger, the grip safety has a rise to index one’s palm correctly each time. The slide and frame are snug and very smooth. The action functions correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a Chip McCormick 8-round magazine.
Our Assessment: The 1911 and 1911-A1 pistols served the military of the United States from 1911 to 1985, through two World Wars and the Korean and Vietnam wars. They gained a reputation as a reliable handgun with plenty of stopping power, and are held in high regard by those who have used them. The design is one of the most beloved and has gone through many design changes such as various barrel lengths and modular frames. This one has a hard chrome finish, beavertail grip safety, skeletonized hammer and trigger, G-10 grips, Novaks sights, and mainspring housing with an extended magazine well. This would make a great defensive handgun, competition gun for single stack, or a new range toy for those who only want the best! Please see our photos and good luck!