Colt Government Model Competition Series .45 5″ 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

SOLD FOR: $1675

LSB#: 210811HE18

Make: Colt

Model: Government Model Competition Series

Serial Number: CCS023276

Year of Manufacture: Ca. 2015-2020

Caliber: .45 ACP

Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic with Removable Magazine

Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “GOVERNMENT / -MODEL-“, “COLT”, “AUTOMATIC / CALIBER 45” and with a rampant colt logo, the right is marked “COMPETITION SERIES”. The right of the frame is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.” and with the serial number. The top of the barrel is marked “-COLT 45 AUTO N.M.-“. The left of the trigger guard is marked “VP” in a triangle and “L”.

Barrel Length: 5”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade with a red fiber-optic insert dovetailed to the front of the slide. The rear sight is a Novak square notch adjustable for elevation dovetailed and screw-set to the rear of the slide.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece gray and black G10 panels with dimpled texturing. There are no major defects. The texturing is strong. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.

Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 97% of its metal finish. There is some faint thinning on the front edges of the slide. There are a few little rubs and scuffs on the matte portions, most noticeable on the top of the slide. There is minor operational wear. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. This pistol has a tight slide and a crisp trigger. This pistol was not made with a firing pin block safety (series ’80). 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: 

-One 8-round Colt magazine.

Our Assessment: Colt’s 1911 served the United States military through two World Wars and several other conflicts, is still in use by some units today, and has become popular with law enforcement, competitors, and recreational shooters across the nation. The design has seen some updates including a firing-pin block safety, higher profile sights, and more ergonomic grips, but the basic design and fantastic trigger remain the same after more than a century. This example is a Competition Series model chambered for the classic .45 ACP cartridge, able to hold eight rounds in its single stack magazine. The Competition Series has upgraded sights, beavertail grip safety, skeletonized hammer and trigger, and an under-cut trigger guard. This example is in Excellent condition, appearing to have seen little use. If you’re looking for your first 1911 or your last, this would be a good pony to add to the stable. Please see our photos and good luck!