The Colt 1911 Series 70 Government Model is the series which features the legendary Series 70 firing system ensuring that this particular 1911 is a faithful reproduction of Government models manufactured prior to WWII. Additional this model features an arched steel mainspring housing and short steel trigger. The standard grip safety and spur hammer complete the authentic look and feel to the Colt 1911's of days past.
Specifications and Features : Colt 1911 Series 70 Government Model Semi Automatic Pistol O1070BSTS
Single Action Hammer Fired
.45 Acp
5" Carbon Steel Blued Barrel
1:16" Left Hand Twist, 6 Groove Rifling
7 Round Capacity
Short Steel Trigger
White Dot Sights
Standard Grip Safety
Standard Thumb Safety
Diamond Checkered Grips
Spur Hammer
Overall Length 8.5"
Overall Height 5.5"
Overall Width 1.25"
Approximate Weight 37.5 ounces
Steel Receiver with Bright Stainless Finish
Steel Slide with Bright Stainless Finish
Caliber Dictionary
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
The 45 ACP (45 Auto) was designed by John Browning in 1905 for his prototype semiautomatic pistol that eventually became the legendary Colt 1911, using a .452-inch bullet. Browning proposed a 200-grain bullet; U.S. Army Ordnance, smarting from reports of poor performance of the 38 Long Colt in the Philippines, increased bullet weight to 230 grains for greater stopping power...and the 45 ACP as it is today was adopted in 1911. It remains an iconic and popular handgun cartridge for personal defense and competition, and was used by the U.S. military in submachine guns (Thompson and M3) through the 1970s. Although largely replaced by the 9mm for military use and the 9mm and/or 40 S&W in the law enforcement community, the 45 ACP is still used by the U.S. military and numerous law enforcement agencies in various applications. The standard load remains a 230-grain bullet at 780 to 850 fps, but lighter, faster bullets from 165 to 200 grain, delivering a bit less recoil, are also available. — Craig Boddington
