The Colt Competition Government delivers match-grade accuracy in a full-size 1911 platform designed for competitive shooting and precision applications. This stainless steel pistol combines Colt's legendary craftsmanship with modern enhancements that serious shooters demand.
What Makes This Different
Built on Colt's Series 70 firing system, this competition model eliminates the firing pin safety found in Series 80 pistols for a cleaner, more consistent trigger pull. The stainless steel construction provides superior corrosion resistance compared to standard carbon steel frames while maintaining the tight tolerances required for competitive accuracy. Enhanced sights and trigger components separate this from basic government models.
Key Features
- Series 70 firing system with enhanced trigger for competition-level performance
- 5-inch National Match barrel with target crown for maximum accuracy
- Stainless steel frame and slide construction for durability and corrosion resistance
- 8+1 capacity with .45 ACP chambering for proven stopping power
- Novak-style rear sight with fiber optic front sight for fast target acquisition
- Extended beavertail grip safety and upswept grip tang for comfortable shooting
- Checkered rosewood grips with Colt medallions for secure handling
This pistol excels in competitive environments where accuracy and reliability matter most. The 5-inch barrel length provides optimal sight radius for precision shooting while maintaining the classic 1911 balance that competitive shooters prefer. Weather-resistant stainless construction handles extended range sessions and varied environmental conditions without performance degradation.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Capacity: 8+1 rounds
- Barrel Length: 5 inches
- Overall Length: 8.5 inches
- Weight: Approximately 39 ounces
- Frame Material: Stainless steel
- Slide Material: Stainless steel
- Sights: Novak rear, fiber optic front
- Trigger: Enhanced competition trigger
- Safety: Grip safety, thumb safety
- Finish: Brushed stainless steel
- Grips: Checkered rosewood with medallions
Competitive shooters choose this Colt for its proven accuracy potential and reliable function under demanding conditions. The combination of match-grade components and time-tested 1911 design creates a pistol that performs when precision matters most.