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Colt Custom Carry 9Mm 5 Ss$2,485.13
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The Colt Combat Unit Conceal Carry 9mm is a purpose-built defensive pistol that splits the difference between full-size control and practical carry weight. At 5 inches of barrel length and 8.5 inches overall, this single-action 1911-style platform delivers the accuracy and ergonomics serious shooters demand without the bulk of a duty-length gun. Built on a black stainless steel frame with Series 80 firing pin safety, it's engineered for the shooter who refuses to compromise on reliability or handling—whether you're training at the range, competing in action sports, or carrying for personal defense.
What sets this Colt apart is attention to the details that matter in a carry gun. The extended ambidextrous beavertail grip safety ensures consistent control and safe carry, while the checkered front strap and mainspring housing provide positive purchase even with gloved hands or in high-stress situations. The G10 checkered gray grips with scallop design offer both durability and a professional aesthetic. An extended magwell speeds reloads without adding unnecessary weight—this gun tips the scales at 40 ounces, right-sized for all-day carry. A single magazine comes in the box, and the 9+1 capacity balances firepower with shootability in a compact platform.
Sights are purpose-selected for defensive use: Novak night sights front and rear (low-mount rear) provide fast target acquisition in low light. The pistol ships new in the box with a plastic case. Note: these Shooter's Model examples may show minor cosmetic imperfections from the manufacturing process—hardly visible to the naked eye, and not covered under Colt's one-year warranty. If you're hunting a reliable, well-appointed 9mm carry gun that handles like a full-size but goes where you need it to, this Combat Unit deserves a hard look.
| Caliber | 9mm |
| Action | Single Action (1911-style) |
| Barrel Length | 5 inches |
| Overall Length | 8.5 inches |
| Weight | 40 oz |
| Magazine Capacity | 9+1 (9 in magazine, 1 in chamber) |
| Magazines Included | 1 |
| Frame | Black stainless steel |
| Finish | Black PVD |
| Front Sight | Novak night sight |
| Rear Sight | Novak low-mount night sight |
| Grips | G10 checkered gray with scallop |
| Safety | Extended ambidextrous beavertail grip safety; Series 80 firing pin safety |
| Front Strap | Checkered |
| Mainspring Housing | Checkered |
| Magwell | Extended |
| Case | Plastic |
Yes—the 5-inch barrel and 8.5-inch overall length make it substantially more compact than a full-size 1911, and at 40 ounces it's manageable for all-day carry in a quality holster. The short sight radius is still plenty for defensive distances, and the single-action trigger gives you a crisp, predictable press when it matters.
The main difference is length and weight. This Combat Unit runs a 5-inch barrel versus the typical 5-inch government model, making it more compact overall while keeping the same reliability and handling characteristics of Colt's 1911 lineage. It's built for shooters who want a serious defensive pistol that doesn't print in street clothes.
Yes. The Combat Unit ships with Novak night sights front and rear (low-mount rear sight), so you're ready for low-light situations out of the box.
The pistol comes new in a plastic case with one magazine. You'll want to grab extra magazines for training and carry.
SKU: 198467820 • Weight: 4oz