Colt 1991 Government 38 Super Auto 5in Blued Pistol – 9+1 Rounds

Colt 1991 Government .38 Super Auto 5 Inch Blued Pistol – Classic Steel-Frame 1911 with Traditional Controls

The Colt 1991 Government .38 Super Auto 5 Inch Blued Pistol is a full-size 1911 built on Colt’s Government Model platform. It is a direct descendant of the original M1911 design, retaining traditional ergonomics and controls while incorporating modern production refinements for reliability and durability.

Chambered in .38 Super Auto, this model combines classic 1911 handling with a flat-shooting cartridge favored for range use and competition-style shooting.

Key Features

• Chambered in .38 Super Auto

• 9+1 round capacity

• 5-inch barrel

• Blued steel frame and slide

• Colt 1991 Government Model platform

• Spur hammer

• Flat mainspring housing

• Long trigger

• Thumb safety and grip safety

• High profile 3-dot sights

• Double diamond rosewood grips

• Single-action operation

• Carbon steel construction

Traditional Government Model Design

This pistol stays close to the original M1911 architecture, preserving the classic control layout including the spur hammer, long trigger, and flat mainspring housing. It is built on a carbon steel frame and slide, providing durability and a solid recoil impulse.

The blued finish gives it a traditional appearance consistent with historic Colt 1911 designs.

.38 Super Performance

The .38 Super Auto cartridge delivers a flat trajectory and consistent accuracy, making it a popular choice among enthusiasts who value precision and controllability. In a steel Government Model, recoil remains manageable and smooth.

Ergonomics and Controls

The pistol maintains standard 1911 ergonomics with familiar thumb and grip safeties. The double diamond rosewood grips provide a secure hold and classic aesthetic.

High profile 3-dot sights improve visibility and target acquisition compared to early fixed sight systems.

Colt 1991 Government .38 Super Specifications

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1991 Government
Action: Single-Action Semi-Automatic Pistol (1911 Platform)
Caliber: .38 Super Auto
Capacity: 9+1 Rounds
Barrel Length: 5 Inches
Frame Material: Carbon Steel
Finish: Blued
Grips: Double Diamond Rosewood
Front Sight: High Profile 3-Dot
Rear Sight: High Profile 3-Dot
Fire System: Traditional 1911 System
Type: Centerfire
Weight: 37 oz

Why Choose the Colt 1991 Government Blued?

This model is well suited for shooters and collectors who want a traditional Colt 1911 experience with steel-frame durability and classic styling. It emphasizes reliability, simplicity, and historical design continuity while offering the performance benefits of the .38 Super cartridge.