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Colt 1911 Government Competition Shooter s Model Features The Colt 1911 Government Competition is built around a 5 National Match barrel paired with a blued carbon steel frame and serrated blued carbon steel slide delivering the tight tolerances and consistent accuracy that competition shooting demands across a wide range of .45 ACP loads. A dual recoil spring system reduces felt recoil and extends recoil spring service life supporting reliable cycling and faster follow-up shots through high-volume competition and range use. The SAO trigger system provides the crisp predictable single-action break that 1911 competition shooters rely on for repeatable precision. The Colt 1911 Government Competition features a Novak fiber optic front sight paired with an adjustable rear sight for a bright fast sight picture and precise zeroing across competitive events and precision range sessions. Scalloped blue checkered G10 grips provide positive purchase and a visually distinctive appearance that sets this Competition apart from standard blued production 1911s. Ambidextrous thumb safety and beavertail grip safety round out an ergonomic package engineered for confident handling under competition conditions. As a Colt Shooter s Model this 1911 Government Competition is a 100% new-in-box firearm that may exhibit a slight finish imperfection originating during the manufacturing process typically imperceptible without a trained eye or magnification. These blemishes carry no functional impact and do not affect the reliability accuracy or longevity of the pistol. Shooter s Model products are not covered under Colt s standard one-year warranty. Colt 1911 Government Competition Shooter s Model Specifications Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Government Competition Series: Government Competition Caliber: .45 ACP Action: Single Action Barrel Length: 5 Barrel: National Match Capacity: 8+1 Frame Material: Carbon Steel Frame Finish: Blued Slide Material: Carbon Steel Slide Finish: Blued Slide Description: Serrated Blued Carbon Steel Sights: Novak Fiber Optic Front Adjustable Rear Grips: Scalloped Blue Checkered G10 Safety: Ambidextrous Thumb Beavertail Grip Platform: 1911-Style Overall Length: 8.50 Weight: 36 oz.