Colt Special Combat Government 38 Super Auto 5in Hard Chrome Pistol – 9+1 Rounds

Colt Special Combat Government .38 Super Auto 5 Inch Hard Chrome Pistol – Custom Shop 1911 Performance Platform

The Colt Special Combat Government .38 Super Auto 5 Inch Hard Chrome Pistol is a Custom Shop–grade 1911 built on the Government Model platform. It combines Colt’s traditional 1911 craftsmanship with enhanced performance features and premium fit-and-finish, designed for accuracy-focused shooting and refined handling.

Chambered in .38 Super Auto, this model emphasizes a flatter trajectory and reduced recoil impulse compared to larger-caliber variants, making it well suited for precision shooting and competition use.

Key Features

• Chambered in .38 Super Auto

• 9+1 round capacity

• 5-inch barrel

• Hard chrome finish for corrosion resistance and durability

• Colt Custom Shop Special Combat Government series

• Upswept beavertail grip safety

• Extended ambidextrous thumb safety

• Three-hole aluminum trigger

• Lowered and flared ejection port

• Heinie front sight

• Bomar adjustable rear sight

• Black/silver composite grips

• Single-action 1911 platform

Custom Shop Special Combat Design

This model is part of Colt’s Special Combat Government series, produced with a higher level of fitting and refinement compared to standard production pistols. It emphasizes smoother operation, improved ergonomics, and performance-focused enhancements.

The hard chrome finish provides both a distinctive appearance and increased resistance to wear and corrosion.

.38 Super Auto Performance Characteristics

The .38 Super Auto cartridge delivers high velocity and a flat trajectory, making it a popular choice in competitive shooting disciplines. In a full-size 5-inch Government Model, it provides controlled recoil and consistent accuracy potential.

Sight System and Precision Focus

The Heinie front sight combined with a Bomar adjustable rear sight supports precise aiming and fine-tuning for different loads or distances. This configuration is typical of performance-oriented 1911 setups.

Ergonomics and Control Features

The upswept beavertail grip safety allows a higher, more secure grip on the frame, improving recoil control. The ambidextrous thumb safety enhances usability for both right- and left-handed shooters.

The three-hole aluminum trigger reduces trigger weight and contributes to a responsive shooting feel.

Colt Special Combat Government .38 Super Auto Specifications

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Special Combat Government
Action: Single-Action Semi-Automatic Pistol (1911 Platform)
Caliber: .38 Super Auto
Capacity: 9+1 Rounds
Barrel Length: 5 Inches
Frame Material: Steel
Finish: Hard Chrome
Grips: Black/Silver Composite
Front Sight: Heinie
Rear Sight: Bomar Adjustable
Fire System: Traditional 1911 System
Type: Centerfire
Series: Colt Custom Shop Special Combat Government

Why Choose the Colt Special Combat Government?

The Colt Special Combat Government .38 Super Auto is designed for shooters who want a high-end, Custom Shop 1911 with enhanced precision features and premium construction. It bridges classic Colt design with performance-oriented upgrades, making it suitable for competition, collection, and serious range use.