Colt 1911 .45 ACP 5 Inch Two-Tone Handgun

Description

The Competition Plus is Colt’s production answer to the demands of serious pistol competition, built on the Series 70 platform that omits the firing pin block found in later Series 80 designs. That absence shortens and clarifies the trigger pull mechanically, since the disconnector works directly without a plunger system adding resistance in the linkage — a meaningful difference for a shooter trying to maintain consistency across a stage. The two-tone finish pairs a stainless slide against a blued frame, which does more than create a visual contrast: the harder stainless surface on the slide resists the wear that repeated racking and holstering concentrate there, while the frame’s finish is easier to touch up if needed.

The adjustable fiber optic sights are the right choice for a competition pistol used outdoors across varying light. The fiber rod gathers ambient light and produces a bright dot that aligns faster under time pressure than a standard black post, and the adjustable rear lets you dial point of impact for your preferred load rather than accepting the factory zero and compensating with holdover. Eight-round capacity gives you one more round over the standard seven-round government format, which matters in round-count-sensitive stages where every reload costs time.

This is a pistol for the shooter who wants a factory 1911 with genuine competition intent already built in — not a rack-grade gun waiting for a parts list. The G10 grips provide consistent purchase without requiring tape or an aftermarket replacement before the first match.

Shipping and availability: This item cannot be shipped directly to California. Check your state and local requirements before ordering. This item must ship to a licensed FFL dealer for transfer.