Auto-Ordnance 1911TCAC15 | Cold Dead Hands .45 ACP 5″

The Auto-Ordnance Cold Dead Hands 1911 (model 1911TCAC15) is a full-size, steel-framed 1911 built around a 5-inch barrel and chambered in .45 ACP. It combines a matched stainless steel slide and frame with a two-tone Desert Sand and Plum Brown Cerakote finish and custom engraved aluminum grips. For a practical optic pairing under $1,000, consider a compact red-dot such as a Trijicon RMR Type 2 for fast target acquisition while retaining the pistol’s traditional controls.

Common applications for this pistol include precision target and range training and display or collecting as a commemorative piece.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is .45 ACP.
• The barrel measures 5 inches.
• The magazine capacity is 7 rounds.
• The finish is Desert Sand and Plum Brown Cerakote with a weathered effect.
• The frame and slide are stainless steel.
• The sights are TruGlo day sights.
• The grips are custom engraved aluminum featuring a coiled serpent and skull and the inscription “Pry it From My Cold Dead Hands.”
• The pistol includes a full-length guide rod and a match-grade barrel.
• Additional ergonomic features include a high-sweep beavertail and a skeletonized trigger.
• The frame has a checkered front strap for improved purchase.
• The slide is serrated and ported as specified by the manufacturer.
• One 7-round magazine is included with the pistol.
• The model number is 1911TCAC15.
• The overall length is 8.6 inches.
• The weight is approximately 2.3 lbs.
• The UPC is 602686422826.

This Auto-Ordnance 1911 is built to provide the balance and controls familiar to shooters who prefer a full-size 1911 platform while offering a distinct commemorative aesthetic. The combination of stainless steel construction, TruGlo sights, and a match-grade barrel makes it well-suited for deliberate range work and for collectors seeking a U.S.-made commemorative 1911 with engraved details.