Charles Daly Chiappa CDLY 1911 .45 ACP | 5″ Barrel

The Charles Daly Chiappa CDLY 1911 is a single-action .45 ACP pistol with traditional 1911 ergonomics and a 5″ barrel. It pairs mechanical simplicity with conventional controls for shooters who prefer a classic 1911 platform. For an optic that complements sight acquisition and durability on this platform, consider a Trijicon RMR-style red dot (widely used on 1911 slides and compatible mounting plates are available).

Applications: range practice and target/competitive shooting.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Charles Daly Chiappa.
• The model is listed as CDLY 1911.
• The caliber is .45 ACP.
• The capacity is 8rd.
• The action is SA (single-action).
• The barrel length is 5 inches.
• The sights are slot mounted front & rear dovetail.
• The frame finish is black.
• The grips are brown polymer checkered.
• The slide finish is black.
• Included magazine count is (1) 8rd.
• The UPC is 8053800942133.
• The listed weight attribute is 2.8.
• The category is Semi Auto Handguns.

This CDLY 1911 offers a straightforward, traditional 1911 experience with modern manufacturing tolerances. The combination of a 5″ barrel and full-size frame supports stable sighting and consistent recoil management for follow-up shots, making the pistol well suited to controlled target work and competition stages. Its checkered brown polymer grips provide a secure handhold without appearing aftermarket, while the dovetail-mounted sights allow users to mount common 1911-compatible optics and sighting solutions. Overall, the CDLY 1911 is a practical choice for shooters seeking a classic 1911 platform with usable features out of the box.

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