Colt 1911 Government Classic – Royal Blue
About this product
The Colt 1911 Government Classic in .45 ACP is a solid choice for Pennsylvania residents looking for a reliable handgun for concealed carry, home defense, or range use. This pistol features a classic design with modern manufacturing, maintaining the reputation Colt built over a century ago. Available now at PR Arms in Philadelphia.
If you’re looking for a traditionally styled, American-made .45 ACP, the Colt 1911 Government Classic is a good place to start. This pistol is a modern rendition of the original 1911, offering the same reliable action and a comfortable grip for shooters in Pennsylvania who need a dependable handgun for home defense, concealed carry with a proper permit, or regular range trips.
Colt 1911 Government Classic – What You Need To Know
This isn’t a new design – the 1911 platform has a long history, and Colt has been making them for a very long time. This particular model aims to capture the feel and look of the original commercial Government Models, using the Series 70 firing system. It features a high-polish, royal blue finish on the steel slide and frame. It gives the pistol a classic look that some shooters prefer.
- Brand: Colt Mfg.
- Model: 1911 Government Classic
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Frame Finish: Royal Blue
- Action: Single Action Only
- Slide Description: Polished Blued Steel
- Capacity: 7+1 rounds
- Frame Material: Steel
- Grips: Rosewood with inlaid Rampant Colt medallion
- Hand: Right-handed
- Includes: Hard Plastic Case
- Overall Length: 8.50 inches
- Sight Configuration: Fixed
- Weight: 35 ounces
- Barrel Length: 5 inches
The pistol comes with fixed sights, staked onto the barrel, and a spurred hammer. It’s a standard, single-action-only pistol, requiring you to manually cock the hammer or rack the slide to prepare for each shot. This is the standard operation for a 1911. The rosewood grips with the gold Rampant Colt medallion add a touch of elegance. The pistol ships in a hard plastic case.
Pennsylvania Specifics
For our customers in Pennsylvania, this pistol is suitable for use in hunting (where permitted by law), home defense, and at licensed shooting ranges. Remember to check local regulations regarding transportation and storage. A Pennsylvania purchase requires you to provide a valid driver’s license and complete a PICS background check.
We handle FFL transfers in-house for Pennsylvania residents. If you are not a Pennsylvania resident, we can ship to a licensed FFL dealer in your state, assuming it is legal to do so in your location. Shipping costs will vary depending on location. Please contact us for specific details about transferring this firearm to your FFL.