Colt 1911 Lightweight Commander 45 ACP 8+1 4.25" Stainless Barrel, Matte Black Carbon Steel Optic Ready/Serrated Slide, Matte Black Anodized Aluminum Frame w/Beavertail, Black Cherry G10 Grip, Right Hand
The Colt Lightweight Commander affords enthusiasts the ability to concealed carry a real 1911 platform pistol comfortably. With a shorter profile and lower weight than a traditional full size Government Model, the Lightweight Commander offers the Dual Spring Recoil System and custom Colt G10 grips, among other enhancements. The 45 ACP pistol features 80 series firing system, an undercut trigger guard and upswept beavertail, allowing shooters a higher grip for enhanced comfort and accuracy.
Brand Colt Mfg
Category Pistols
Series Lightweight Commander
Model 1911
Caliber 45 ACP
Barrel Length Range 4" to 4.99"
Gun Platform 1911 Style
Capacity 8+1
Action SAO
Frame Finish Matte Black Anodized
Oal 7.75"
Frame Material Aluminum
Hand Right Hand
Slide Finish Matte Black
Slide Material Carbon Steel
Sights Novak White Dot Front / Glock Dovetail Black Serrated Rear
Slide Description Optic Ready / Serrated
Barrel Finish Stainless
Barrel Material Stainless Steel
Twist 1:16" LH
Grips Black Cherry G10
Grooves 6
Height 5.50"
Safety Firing Pin / Grip / Manual
Width 1.25"
Barrel Length 4.25"
Max Capacity 8
Trigger 3 Hole
Weight 1.84 lbs
Frame Description Aluminum Frame w / Beavertail
Hammer Type Bobbed
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
