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Springfield Armory 1911 Garrison Target Semi-Auto .45 ACP 5" Barrel 7+1 Rounds
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SKU: WX2*0750186
Overview
Built for shooters who want a traditional 1911 with practical range and target features, this .45 ACP pistol pairs a 5" match grade barrel with a GI-style recoil system and a low-profile adjustable rear sight for windage and elevation control. The forged carbon steel slide and frame wear a hot salt blued finish, while the checkered thinline wood grips provide a classic, streamlined feel in hand. A white dot front sight, single-action trigger, grip safety, and thumb safety round out a setup suited to deliberate shooting and repeatable sighting. It includes one 7-round blued magazine and a soft-sided double-zipper handgun case.
Why Hunters Choose the Springfield Armory
Forged Carbon
A hot salt blued finish
5-inch Match
Grade forged stainless steel barrel
Adjustable Rear
Windage and elevation control for
White Dot
Front sight supports a clean,
Checkered Thinline
Double-diamond pattern and Crossed Cannon
Key Features
- Forged carbon steel slide and frame with a hot salt blued finish
- 5-inch match grade forged stainless steel barrel with 1:16 twist
- GI-style recoil system for the 1911 platform
- Adjustable rear sight with windage and elevation control
- White dot front sight for a clean sight picture
- Checkered thinline wood grips with double-diamond pattern and Crossed Cannon logo
- Includes one 7-round blued magazine and soft-sided double-zipper handgun case
Best Used For
- Range shooters who want a classic 1911 with adjustable sights and a clean sight picture.
- Accuracy-focused users needing windage and elevation control for repeatable zeroing.
- Shooters who prefer a traditional single-action .45 ACP platform with manual safeties.
- Collectors and enthusiasts drawn to heirloom-style finishes and checkered wood grips.
- Owners wanting a full-size handgun package with magazine and soft-sided case included.
Specifications
| Action | Single-action |
|---|---|
| Barrel Length | 5" |
| Barrel Material | Forged stainless steel |
| Barrel Twist | 1:16 |
| Blade Finish | Hot salt blued finish |
| Caliber | .45 ACP |
| Capacity | 7+1 rounds |
| Case Included | Soft-sided double-zipper handgun case |
| Frame Material | Forged carbon steel |
| Grip Material | Checkered thinline wood grips |
| Grip Pattern | Double-diamond pattern |
| Magazine Included | 1 7-round blued magazine |
| Model | 1911 Garrison Target |
| Recoil System | GI-style recoil system |
| Safety | Grip safety and thumb safety |
| Sight Type | Low-profile adjustable rear sight with windage and elevation control; white dot front sight |
| Slide Material | Forged carbon steel |
Pros
- Forged carbon steel slide and frame with a hot salt blued finish
- 5-inch match grade forged stainless steel barrel with 1:16 twist
- Adjustable rear sight with windage and elevation control for zeroing
- White dot front sight supports a clean, straightforward sight picture
- Checkered thinline wood grips with double-diamond pattern and Crossed Cannon logo
- Includes one 7-round magazine and a soft-sided double-zipper handgun case
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Comes with a single 7-round magazine, so additional magazines may be needed for extended range sessions or match use.
- The GI-style recoil system stays true to the 1911 pattern, but it does not add modern recoil-management features.
- The hot salt blued carbon steel finish offers a classic look, though it may require more attentive upkeep than more utilitarian finishes.
- The adjustable rear sight is well suited to zeroing, but it adds a target-oriented setup rather than a fixed, carry-focused sight picture.
Suggested Comparisons
- 1911-style semi-automatic pistols
- Other .45 ACP handguns
- Range and target pistols
- Single-action pistols
Suggested Accessories
- Magazine pouch
- Cleaning kit
- Pistol case
- Hearing protection
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes included with the Springfield Armory Garrison Target package?
The package includes one 7-round blued magazine and a double-zipper soft-sided handgun case.
Does this 1911 have adjustable sights?
Yes. It has a low-profile adjustable rear sight with windage and elevation control, paired with a white dot front sight.
What type of barrel and caliber does it use?
It is chambered in .45 ACP and uses a 5" match grade forged stainless steel barrel with a 1:16 twist.
What safety features are listed on this model?
The listed safety features are a grip safety and a thumb safety.
What grip style does the Garrison Target use?
It uses checkered thinline wood grips with a double-diamond pattern and the Crossed Cannon(TM) logo.