Colt 1911 Competition 9mm | 5″ Barrel | O1972CCS

The Colt 1911 Competition Government is a Series 70, full-size 9mm pistol built around a 5″ match-grade barrel and outfitted for precision on the clock. It ships with Novak fiber-optic front sight and an adjustable Novak rear sight, plus G10 checkered grips for secure purchase. The gun combines a dual recoil spring system and National Match components aimed at improving shot-to-shot consistency.

Recommended optic: a red-dot such as a Trijicon RMR pairs well with the 1911 Competition’s slide profile and is available for under $1,000. Typical applications include competitive pistol matches and precision target shooting.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is 9mm.
• The barrel measures 5.0 inches and is described as a match-grade barrel.
• The action is Semi-Auto.
• The grips are G10 checkered blue grips with scalloped styling.
• The finish is listed as blued on the slide and frame.
• The frame material is carbon steel and the frame finish is blued.
• The barrel type is described as stainless steel match grade.
• The front sight is a Novak fiber optic and the rear sight is Novak adjustable.
• The pistol uses a manual/grip safety and an upswept beavertail grip safety.
• The series is the Competition 70 Series.
• The slide is described as blued carbon steel.
• The overall length is 8.5 inches.
• The weight is listed as 36 oz.
• The muzzle is non-threaded.
• The UPC is 098289111494.

The Competition Government is built for shooters who want a 1911 platform optimized for match work: match-grade barrel, Novak sights for fast sight acquisition, and G10 grips for a secure hand position. Its Series 70 firing system and dual recoil spring design are intended to promote a crisp trigger feel and reliable cycling during extended strings of fire. For competitive or range use where consistent, repeatable performance matters, this Colt 1911 is configured to deliver.

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