Randall Service Model A-121 1911 .45 Auto 5″ Semi-Auto Pistol, 1983-1984
SOLD FOR: $1,181.00
LSB#: LSB260217GM009
Make: Randall Firearms Company
Model: Service Model A-121
Serial Number: RF05127C (only about 1067 were made)
Year of Manufacture: 1983-1984 / ATF Classification: Modern
Caliber: .45 Auto
Action Type: Single action, semi-automatic, fed by detachable magazines
Barrel Length: 5″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a post with a serrated face staked into the slide. The rear sight is a square-notch dovetailed into the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The installed grips are two piece checkered wood panels. There is minimal wear on the grips. There are no chips or cracks. The installed grips are in Excellent Condition. There are two extra sets of grips. A checkered synthetic wraparound grip by Pachmayr and a checkered wooden set. Both show little to no wear.
Type of Finish: Stainless
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This firearm retains about 99% of its metal finish. The firearm shows faint operational and handling wear. The screw heads are lightly tooled and remain turnable. There is a faint “Idiot Scratch”. The markings are clear and complete. Overall, this firearm is in Fine plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Matching box, miscellaneous paperwork, and three 7rd Randall magazines
Our Assessment: This Randall Service Model A-121 was manufactured between 1983 and 1984 and represents one of the early stainless steel 1911 pistols produced by Randall Firearms. Only approximately 1,067 examples of the A-121 were made, making it one of the scarcer variants from Randall’s short but notable production run. The “C” suffix in the serial number indicates that the frame was machined by Caspian Arms, a respected name in precision 1911 frame manufacturing during that period.
Chambered in .45 Auto with a 5 inch barrel, the A-121 follows the traditional Government Model configuration in all stainless construction. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates a fantastic 10 out of 10, indicating exceptional internal condition. The action functions correctly. The installed grips rate in Excellent condition. Two additional grip sets are included: a checkered synthetic wraparound set by Pachmayr and a checkered wooden set. Both extra sets show little to no wear.
This firearm retains approximately 99 percent of its metal finish, presenting in very high condition. Included are the matching box, miscellaneous paperwork, and three 7 round Randall magazines. Overall, this firearm is in Fine Plus condition and stands as a scarce and well-preserved example of an early stainless Randall 1911 with desirable Caspian-machined frame provenance and original accessories. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! -C.R.