This celebrates the Corps visual heritage by representing both major dress uniforms. Chambered in the formidable .45 ACP, this set is the ultimate tribute for any Marine, veteran or collector. Honor two and a half centuries of valor with this commemorative set, a tribute featuring the 1911A1 pistol customized by Altered Arsenal. The Auto-Ordnance 1911A1 pistol brilliant white frame and midnight blue slide emulate the formal Dress White uniform, highlighted by a gold-inlaid "250 YEARS" and blue "MARINES" emblems. The custom grips bridge history, depicting a Revolutionary War era soldier and a modern Marine. The pistol includes a 7rd magazine.
Brand Auto-Ordnance
Category Pistols
Series 250th Anniversary
Model Marines
Caliber 45 ACP
Barrel Length Range 5" to 5.99"
Gun Platform 1911 Style
Capacity 7+1
Frame Finish Stormtrooper White Cerakote
Oal 8.60"
Frame Material Carbon Steel
Slide Finish Midnight Blue Cerakote
Slide Material Carbon Steel
Sights Blade Front / Rear Drift Adj
Slide Description Serrated w / Engraving
Barrel Finish Stainless
Barrel Material Stainless Steel
Frame Size Full Size
Grips Custom Engraved Wood
Barrel Length 5"
Max Capacity 7
Weight 2.30 lbs
Frame Description Steel Frame w / Beavertail
Hammer Type Exposed
Caliber Dictionary
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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
