Colt Special Combat Government 45 Auto (ACP) 5in Blued Pistol – 8+1 Rounds

Colt Special Combat Government .45 ACP 5 Inch Blued Pistol – Custom Shop 1911 Performance Platform

The Colt Special Combat Government .45 Auto (ACP) 5 Inch Blued Pistol is a Custom Shop 1911 built on Colt’s Government Model platform. It is designed to combine traditional 1911 craftsmanship with performance-oriented enhancements aimed at improved control, reliability, and precision shooting.

Chambered in .45 ACP, this model preserves the classic full-size 1911 shooting experience while incorporating upgraded ergonomics and competition-style features.

Key Features

• Chambered in .45 Auto (ACP)

• 8+1 round capacity

• 5-inch barrel

• Blued steel finish

• Colt Custom Shop Special Combat Government series

• Extended ambidextrous thumb safety

• Upswept beavertail grip safety

• Three-hole aluminum trigger

• Lowered and flared ejection port

• Heinie front sight

• Bomar adjustable rear sight

• Black and silver G10 grips

• Single-action 1911 platform

Custom Shop Special Combat Design

This model is part of Colt’s Special Combat Government series, which focuses on precision fitting, enhanced reliability, and improved handling characteristics. It is intended to offer a higher level of refinement compared to standard production 1911 pistols.

Despite the description mentioning a hard chrome frame with a blued slide, the listed finish is blued, reflecting a classic steel appearance with protective coating.

.45 ACP Performance Characteristics

The .45 ACP cartridge delivers the traditional 1911 recoil profile—smooth, heavy, and highly controllable in a full-size steel frame. The 5-inch barrel supports consistent velocity and accuracy for range or competition shooting.

Sight System and Accuracy Focus

The Heinie front sight paired with a Bomar adjustable rear sight provides a precise, competition-capable aiming system. This allows fine adjustments for different loads and shooting conditions.

Ergonomics and Control Features

The upswept beavertail grip safety allows a higher grip on the frame, improving recoil control. The ambidextrous safety supports ease of use for both right- and left-handed shooters.

The aluminum three-hole trigger reduces trigger weight and improves responsiveness.

Colt Special Combat Government .45 ACP Specifications

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Special Combat Government
Action: Single-Action Semi-Automatic Pistol (1911 Platform)
Caliber: .45 Auto (ACP)
Capacity: 8+1 Rounds
Barrel Length: 5 Inches
Frame Material: Steel
Finish: Blued Steel
Grips: Black & Silver G10
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 .45 ACP is built for shooters who want a refined, Custom Shop 1911 with upgraded ergonomics, precision sights, and enhanced handling characteristics. It maintains classic Colt styling while adding performance-focused improvements suited for serious range use and competition-oriented shooting.