Caspian Arms 1911 BORKS Custom Slide 4.25” Commander Size Pistol
SOLD FOR: $1,025.00
LSB#: LSB251118PV002
Make: Caspian Arms Frame, Borks Custom Slide.
Model: 1911 Custom Build
Serial Number: 60538
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Single-Action Semi-Automatic Pistol, Detachable Magazine Fed with ambi-thumb safety and Grip Safety
Barrel Length: 4.25” Bull Barrel
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Trijicon serrated blade with a Tritium lamp insert dovetailed to the slide. The rear sight is a Novak’s two-dot square notch sight with Trijicon Tritium lamps dovetailed to the slide. The tritium is bright.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are a two-piece black G10 panels screw set to the frame. There are no notable handling marks. The texturing is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall the grips are in Excellent condition. The bottom of the magwell has a flared metal extension.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is defined. There is no erosion in the bore. There is minor fouling present on the edges of the lands. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. There . The front strap and back strap both show finish thinning from wear. The main finish loss is on the grip safety. The slide to frame fit is very snug and the action is very smooth. The pins are clean, the screw heads are sharp, and the markings are clear. Overall this pistol is in Very Good+ 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: This pistol includes two single stack magazines in Very Good condition.
Our Assessment: This Caspian Arms–based 1911 with a Borks Custom Commander-length slide represents a thoughtfully executed custom build that blends quality components with practical carry proportions. Caspian frames are widely respected for their dimensional consistency and metallurgy, making them a favored foundation for custom and semi-custom 1911 pistols. Paired here with a Borks Custom slide and a 4.25 inch bull barrel, this pistol reflects a deliberate focus on reliability, accuracy, and modern defensive features rather than purely cosmetic embellishment. From a mechanical and shooting standpoint, this pistol presents very strongly. The bore is bright with well-defined rifling and no erosion, rating 9 out of 10 with only minor fouling noted along the lands. Slide-to-frame fit is notably snug, and the action cycles smoothly, indicating careful fitting and proper assembly. The Trijicon tritium front and rear sights remain bright and provide a clear, fast sight picture well suited to low-light use. Features such as the ambidextrous thumb safety, grip safety, bull barrel configuration, and flared magwell extension reflect a modernized 1911 setup intended for serious use.
Overall condition is Very Good Plus, with approximately 99 percent of the original blued finish retained. Finish thinning is visible on the front strap, back strap, and grip safety, consistent with handling and carry rather than abuse. The G10 grip panels are in excellent condition with sharp texturing and no damage. Pins are clean, screw heads are sharp, and markings remain clear. Included are two single-stack magazines in Very Good condition. Taken as a whole, this pistol stands as a well-built custom Commander-size 1911, offering high-quality components, excellent mechanical integrity, and practical features that will appeal to shooters who appreciate a refined but purpose-driven custom handgun. -R.E.
