The Colt 1911 Gold Cup Lite is the series is quite literally the Gold Standard of 1911 pistols. It is known as the finest shooting semi-automatic pistol in the world and it a great competitive shooters firearm. The first Gold Cup was introduced in the late 50's allowing competition shooters an option that they could take from the box to the firing line. Colt Gold Cup pistols have been used in local and national matches for decades.
Specifications and Features : Colt 1911 Gold Cup Lite Semi Automatic Pistol O5070GCL
Series 70 Single Action
.45 Acp
5" National Match Barrel
8 Round Capacity
Wide 3 Hole Target Trigger
Fiber Optic Front Sight
Fully Adjustable Bomar Rear Sight
Standard Grip Safety
Colt Branded G10 Grips
Skeletonized hammer
Standard safety
Lowered/Flared Ejection Port
Upswept Beavertail Grip
Single Action
25 LPI Checkering
Overall Length 8.5"
Approximate Weight 38 ounces
Stainless Steel Receiver with Brushed Finish
Stainless Steel Slide with Brushed Finish
Caliber Dictionary
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
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. — Craig Boddington
