Sig 1911 Tactical Operations Pistol 1911TR45TACOPS, 45, 5 in, Ergo XT Grip,
Black Finish, Night Sights, 8 Round.
The legendary 1911 design has been brought into the 21st century with the
refinement today's shooters demand. The Sig Sauer 1911 proves that close
tolerances equal complete reliability and need not be incompatible in an
off-the-shelf pistol. Sig Sauer has introduced clean, distinct lines that
American shooters have embraced, while retaining the crisp trigger pull,
classic ergonomics, and exceptional accuracy they expect. The 1911 Tactical
Operations model features a SAO trigger, Novak night sights, integral
accessory rail, ambidextrous safety, Magwell, and Ergo XT grips.
Specifications:
- Mfg Item Num: 1911TR45TACOPS
- Category: FIREARMS - HANDGUNS
- Type: Pistol
- Action: Single
- Caliber: 45
- Barrel Length: 5 in
- Capacity: 8 + 1
- Safety: Ambidextrous
- Grips: Ergo XT Grips
- Sights: Night Sights
- Weight: 41.9 oz
- Finish: Black
The information below comes from our Gun Caliber Dictionary and is for
general reference only. It does not describe the specifications of this
particular item.
The 45 ACP (45 Auto) was designed by John Browning in 1905 for his prototype semiautomatic pistol that eventually became the legendary Colt 1911, using a .452-inch bullet. Browning proposed a 200-grain bullet; U.S. Army Ordnance, smarting from reports of poor performance of the 38 Long Colt in the Philippines, increased bullet weight to 230 grains for greater stopping power...and the 45 ACP as it is today was adopted in 1911. It remains an iconic and popular handgun cartridge for personal defense and competition, and was used by the U.S. military in submachine guns (Thompson and M3) through the 1970s. Although largely replaced by the 9mm for military use and the 9mm and/or 40 S&W in the law enforcement community, the 45 ACP is still used by the U.S. military and numerous law enforcement agencies in various applications. The standard load remains a 230-grain bullet at 780 to 850 fps, but lighter, faster bullets from 165 to 200 grain, delivering a bit less recoil, are also available.
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Craig Boddington
