Description

Springfield 1911-A1 Mil-Spec 45ACP Stainless Steel

The springfield 1911-a1 mil-spec 45acp stainless steel represents a faithful reproduction of the original 1911-A1 sidearm, updated with modern corrosion resistance and manufacturing precision. Built by Springfield Armory, this pistol delivers the exact trigger pull, grip angle, and slide serrations that defined the service pistol for generations of American warfighters, while adding the durability of a stainless steel build. For shooters who demand authenticity without sacrificing function, this is the benchmark.

Overview

Springfield Armory’s 1911-A1 Mil-Spec is a direct descendant of the U.S. military’s standard-issue sidearm, retaining the original Parkerized-style matte finish on a stainless steel frame and slide. The springfield 1911-a1 mil-spec 45acp stainless steel utilizes a forged carbon steel slide and stainless steel frame, parkerized for a non-glare surface that resists holster wear. Chambered in .45 ACP, it operates on a traditional recoil-operated, single-action mechanism with a 5-inch barrel and fixed dovetailed sights. The pistol ships with one 7-round magazine and a military-style lanyard loop.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .45 ACP; barrel length: 5 inches; overall length: 8.6 inches; weight: 39 ounces unloaded
• Frame and slide: stainless steel with parkerized matte finish; forged carbon steel slide with integral feed ramp
• Sights: dovetailed front blade and rear notch (drift adjustable for windage); standard GI grip safety and thumb safety
• Trigger: single-action; factory pull weight 5-6 pounds; hammer forged and case-hardened
• Magazine capacity: 7 rounds; includes one stainless steel magazine with flush-fit base pad

The springfield 1911-a1 mil-spec 45acp stainless steel retains the original arched mainspring housing, short trigger, and long grip safety spur. The feed ramp is polished for reliable feeding of a wide variety of hollow-point and ball ammunition. All internal parts are forged or machined from bar stock, not cast, ensuring longevity under sustained use.

Who It’s For

This pistol is designed for the shooter or collector who values historical accuracy and mechanical simplicity. It suits the enthusiast building a period-correct collection, the competitor who wants a baseline 1911 platform for customization, or the defender who prefers a proven, manual-safety single-action system. The stainless steel construction appeals to those in humid or coastal environments where corrosion resistance is critical. This is not a race gun or a concealed-carry subcompact; it is a full-size, steel-framed service pistol built to the exact specifications of the 1911-A1 pattern. The springfield 1911-a1 mil-spec 45acp stainless steel offers no MIM parts, no extended beavertail, and no oversized controls—just the original design executed with modern metallurgy.

Shipping & FFL

This springfield 1911-a1 mil-spec 45acp stainless steel is a firearm and will ship only to a licensed Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state of residence. After placing your order, please provide your chosen FFL dealer’s current license information via email or during checkout. We ship via insured carrier with signature required upon delivery. It is your responsibility to verify that the FFL dealer will accept transfers and that the firearm complies with all local and state laws, including any magazine capacity restrictions. No shipments will be made to PO boxes or non-FFL addresses. By purchasing this item, you confirm that you are legally eligible to own a firearm under federal, state, and local law.