Smith & Wesson 1911 Performance Center Pro | 9mm | 5 in

The Smith & Wesson Performance Center Pro (model 178047) is a full-size 1911 built on a stainless steel frame and finished with a serrated stainless slide. Chambered in 9mm with a 5 inch stainless barrel and a 10+1 capacity, this pistol blends classic 1911 ergonomics with Performance Center refinements including a precision crowned muzzle and hand-polished feed ramp. For an optic under $1,000 that pairs well with this platform consider a compact cut slide red dot such as the Trijicon RMR for fast target acquisition while preserving traditional 1911 sight picture.

Applications: target and competition shooting, range practice.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is 9mm.
• The action is Single Action.
• The barrel measures 5 inches.
• The barrel is made of stainless steel.
• The capacity is 10+1.
• The frame material is stainless steel.
• The frame finish is matte silver.
• The slide is described as serrated stainless steel.
• The grip material is wood.
• The safety configuration is grip/thumb.
• The sights are dovetail front and adjustable rear.
• The weight is 41.2 oz.
• The overall length is 8.7 inches.
• The product type is pistol.
• The UPC is 022188780475.

This Performance Center Pro 1911 pairs traditional 1911 handling with factory-level enhancements aimed at improving accuracy and reliability out of the box. Its stainless construction and refined feed components make it a durable choice for sustained range use and competition stages where consistent function and a refined trigger feel matter. The wood grips and matte silver finish give it a classic aesthetic while the adjustable sights allow for precise zeroing.

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