Caspian Arms Race Gun .38 Super McLearn’s Custom Competition Pistol 1911

SOLD FOR: $2001

WOA#: WY230922MC016

Make: Caspian

Model: Race Gun, Matt McLearn’s Custom Machines Enhanced

Serial Number: 01522H

Year of Manufacture: Modern

Caliber: .38 Super

Action Type:  Semi-Automatic, Blowback

Markings:  The left side of the slide is marked “Caspian” with their logo at the rear of both sides of the slide. The right side of the frame is marked “CASPIAN ARMS LTD. / HARDWICK VT. U.S.A.”.  The bottom of the frame is marked “01522H”.  The right side of the optic is marked “C-MORE SYSTEMS / 703-361-2663 PAT PEND”.  The left side is marked “SERENDIPITY SL”. Both sides of the grip have Caspian Medallions.  The chamber is marked “EXHAUST PORTS / READ MANUAL”, with a patent number.

Barrel Length: 5”.  6.75” with muzzle brake.  The top of the barrel is ported.

Sights / Optics:  The frame is mounted with an overarching CMORE Red Dot Sight.  There are no front or rear sights.  The red dot functions properly, on one test the laser projector failed to turn on, but by placing a firm press on top it activated.

Stock Configuration & Condition:  The frame is steel.  The grips have a heavy grip tape on the flanks, front and rear straps, as well as on the bottom of the trigger guard. The grips rate in Excellent condition with little to no handling wear.  The grip tape texturing is well defined.  Please see photos for a detailed list of the McLearn’s Custom Machines Invoice for build and mod details.

Magazine Quantity & Condition:  None.

Type of Finish: Anodized

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition:  The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp.  There is no visible erosion in the bore, however, it needs a light cleaning.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its current finish. The screw heads are sharp and the pins unmarred. The markings are clear.  There is little operation wear.  This pistol has not been fired much at all.  Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent 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 comes with its Invoice and paperwork, McLearns Catalog, and C-More manual.

Our Assessment:  This Caspian Race Gun is an apex competitor, brought to the edge of shooting excellence by the skilled hands at Mclearn’s Custom Machines. It’s a firearm transformed into a symphony of precision engineering and aggressive capability, tailored for the shooter who accepts no compromises. Every modification sings of quality and performance: the 1.5 trigger job for a lighter, smoother pull that breaks like thin ice; the Accurail system ensuring slide-to-frame fitment is as tight as a bank vault’s door; and a meticulously fitted barrel that promises bullseye potential with every squeeze of the trigger.

McLearn’s expertise is evident in the flawless blending of the magwell to facilitate rapid magazine changes, and the custom-fit compensator which tames recoil and muzzle rise like a seasoned whisperer. The commitment to a seamless performance continues with a lower and fluted ejection port for improved clearance, and a comprehensive reliability package to ensure every component plays its part perfectly. The Caspian frame has been sculpted for a ramped barrel, reducing weight where possible while retaining structural integrity for hard-hitting calibers like .38 Super and .40 S&W.

The gun’s aesthetic is as striking as its performance, with a flattened top and front serrations that provide a modern contour and enhanced grip during slide manipulation. A C-More scope, set upon the slide with precision, offers rapid target acquisition, a critical edge in competitive shooting. The checker on the mainspring housing ensures a no-slip grip in the heat of competition, while the high-capacity frame kit allows for extended shooting sessions. This race gun isn’t just ready for competition; it’s designed to dominate it, representing the pinnacle of what a custom-tuned 1911 can achieve.  Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.