Randy Lee Custom Para Model 14.45 2011 P14.45 .45 ACP 5″ Semi-Auto Pistol
SOLD FOR: $1280
LSB#: 210906DD02
Make: Randy Lee Custom on Para-Ordnance Frame
Model: Custom P14.45 2011
Serial Number: WG1231
Year of Manufacture: 1990s-2000s
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single Action SA Semi-Automatic Pistol with Detachable Magazine
Markings: The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number, “PARA-ORDNANCE INC. / FT. LAUDERDALE FL”, and “MADE IN / CANADA”. Both sides of the slide have the Caspian logo at the rear and the left side is marked “Caspian”. The top of the barrel visible through the ejection port is marked “WILSON 45 ACP”. The front of the barrel bushing is marked “WILSON’S”.
Barrel Length: 5” Wilson Combat
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade and is dovetailed into the slide, it has a hole for a fiber-optic insert but it is missing. The rear sight is a Bomar square notch target sight with a serrated face, it is click adjustable for windage and elevation and is dovetailed into the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered black plastic with Para logos. The front strap and bottom of the trigger guard have been checkered for additional grip. The grips have a few light handling marks. The checkering is mostly sharp with a few lightly worn peaks. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Matte Black with Polished Blue Slide Flats
Finish Originality: Original to Custom Build
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There are some little scuffs and rubs on the matte surfaces that have thinned the finish, some of the most noticeable are on the top of the slide. There is thinning on the edges from normal use. There are a few scattered light marks from use and storage. There is some thinning on the controls from normal use. The front sight is missing its fiber-optic insert. There is some standard operational wear. The screw heads are undamaged. The markings are easily read and well defined. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a serial matching box and a 14-round magazine. Please note, no magazine will be included if prohibited by your local laws.
Our Assessment: Para Ordnance has been cranking out double stacked 1911’s like this since 1990 and with a wide reception from the competitive shooting circles, it has become commonplace to see 1911’s capable of carrying 14 round flush-fitting magazines, a huge step over the initial design. As per our consignor, this one was customized by gunsmith Randy Lee, although there are no receipts, the box is labeled “GUNSMITH ONLY” and is for the frame only, not a complete pistol. The gun is a full house build on a Para frame and has a Wilson Combat barrel & bushing, full-length guide rod, skeletonized hammer & trigger, Bomar target sight, memory bump beavertail safety, ambidextrous extended thumb safeties, extended magazine release, Capsian slide with angled serrations front & rear, and flared extended magazine well. The front and rear of the grip frame have been checkered and so has the bottom of the trigger, the beavertail safety has been well blended and the slide to frame fit is superb. This gun was likely built back in the day for a USPSA shooter who competed in the Limited 10 division and would make a great pistol to do so today. This would also make a fine duty, home defense, or target shooting pistol. Please see our photos and good luck!