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The Colt 1911 Competition in 9mm Luger is purpose-built for shooters who demand precision and reliability on the range or in the competition ring. This single-action pistol combines Colt's legendary 1911 platform with modern competition features—a National Match barrel for consistent accuracy, a dual recoil spring system for smooth cycling, and a 5-inch stainless steel barrel paired with a blued carbon steel slide. At 36 ounces with a 9+1 capacity, it strikes a practical balance between controlability and firepower, making it equally at home in IDPA, USPSA, or serious recreational shooting.
The Competition model's ergonomics reflect real shooting needs. You get Novak red fiber optic front sights and adjustable rear sights for quick target acquisition in varying light. The blued scalloped G10 grips provide a secure, textured hold, while the extended thumb safety and beavertail grip design—Series 70 pattern—ensure confident handling and positive safety control. The 3-hole aluminum trigger breaks cleanly, and the serrated slide offers reliable racking even when your hands are wet or gloved.
Two magazines are included, giving you immediate reload practice capacity. This is a genuine Colt competition pistol, not a polymer trainer or budget clone—it's built for competitors and serious shooters who understand that the 1911 platform remains one of the most refined and customizable service pistols available. Whether you're tuning your draw, refining your splits, or just punching clean rounds downrange, the Colt 1911 Competition delivers the accuracy and feedback champions expect.
| Caliber | 9mm Luger |
| Barrel Length | 5 inches (stainless steel) |
| Overall Length | 8.5 inches |
| Weight | 36 oz |
| Capacity | 9+1 |
| Action | Single Action |
| Slide Finish | Blued carbon steel, serrated |
| Frame | Blued carbon steel |
| Grips | Blued scalloped G10 with Colt logo |
| Front Sight | Novak red fiber optic |
| Rear Sight | Novak adjustable |
| Safety | Extended thumb, beavertail grip (Series 70) |
| Magazines Included | 2 |
Yes. The Colt 1911 Competition is designed with competition shooters in mind, featuring a National Match barrel, Novak adjustable sights, a crisp aluminum trigger, and the ergonomic controls that make the platform popular in IDPA and USPSA matches.
It comes equipped with a Novak red fiber optic front sight and a Novak adjustable rear sight. The package also includes spare sight fibers, so you can swap them if needed in the field or at the range.
The Colt 1911 Competition holds 9 rounds in the magazine plus 1 in the chamber, for a 9+1 total capacity. You receive two magazines with the pistol.
Yes. The extended thumb safety and beavertail grip design (Series 70 pattern) make the safety intuitive and positive to operate under stress. The design has been proven in competition and defensive use for decades.
SKU: 198468001 • Weight: 3.75oz
Availability: In Stock
The Colt 1911 Competition in 9mm Luger is purpose-built for shooters who demand precision and reliability on the range or in the competition ring. This single-action pistol combines Colt's legendary 1911 platform with modern competition features—a National Match barrel for consistent accuracy, a dual recoil spring system for smooth cycling, and a 5-inch stainless steel barrel paired with a blued carbon steel slide. At 36 ounces with a 9+1 capacity, it strikes a practical balance between controlability and firepower, making it equally at home in IDPA, USPSA, or serious recreational shooting.
The Competition model's ergonomics reflect real shooting needs. You get Novak red fiber optic front sights and adjustable rear sights for quick target acquisition in varying light. The blued scalloped G10 grips provide a secure, textured hold, while the extended thumb safety and beavertail grip design—Series 70 pattern—ensure confident handling and positive safety control. The 3-hole aluminum trigger breaks cleanly, and the serrated slide offers reliable racking even when your hands are wet or gloved.
Two magazines are included, giving you immediate reload practice capacity. This is a genuine Colt competition pistol, not a polymer trainer or budget clone—it's built for competitors and serious shooters who understand that the 1911 platform remains one of the most refined and customizable service pistols available. Whether you're tuning your draw, refining your splits, or just punching clean rounds downrange, the Colt 1911 Competition delivers the accuracy and feedback champions expect.
| Caliber | 9mm Luger |
| Barrel Length | 5 inches (stainless steel) |
| Overall Length | 8.5 inches |
| Weight | 36 oz |
| Capacity | 9+1 |
| Action | Single Action |
| Slide Finish | Blued carbon steel, serrated |
| Frame | Blued carbon steel |
| Grips | Blued scalloped G10 with Colt logo |
| Front Sight | Novak red fiber optic |
| Rear Sight | Novak adjustable |
| Safety | Extended thumb, beavertail grip (Series 70) |
| Magazines Included | 2 |
Yes. The Colt 1911 Competition is designed with competition shooters in mind, featuring a National Match barrel, Novak adjustable sights, a crisp aluminum trigger, and the ergonomic controls that make the platform popular in IDPA and USPSA matches.
It comes equipped with a Novak red fiber optic front sight and a Novak adjustable rear sight. The package also includes spare sight fibers, so you can swap them if needed in the field or at the range.
The Colt 1911 Competition holds 9 rounds in the magazine plus 1 in the chamber, for a 9+1 total capacity. You receive two magazines with the pistol.
Yes. The extended thumb safety and beavertail grip design (Series 70 pattern) make the safety intuitive and positive to operate under stress. The design has been proven in competition and defensive use for decades.
SKU: 198468001 • Weight: 3.75oz