Springfield 1911A1

We would like to tell a small history about the origin of Springfield 1911A1 from its original version 1911 or popularly known as M1911. M1911 was a single action, semi automatic handgun, built in for the .45 ACP cartridges. It was designed by John Browning. It was used in WW I, WW II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Its designation changed to Pistol, Caliber .45, Automatic, and M1911A1 in the Vietnam era. US procured around 2.7 million M1911 and M1911A1 pistols during its service life. The M1911 is the most well known John Browning's design to use the short recoil principle in its basic design, that become the eminent type of nearly all modern pistols. Experiences of WW I led to some more external changes, which were completed in the year 1924 for Springfield 1911A1.

The new version received a modified type classification as Springfield M1911A1. These minor changes were made to the original design. Cutouts in the frame which is behind the trigger, a curved mainspring housing, a wider front sight, longer grip safety spur, a longer spur on the thumb safety, simplified grip checkering and a shorter trigger. In case you are unfamiliar with the design of the previous model then might not be able to tell the difference between the two versions of Springfield 1911A at first look. No internal changes were made in the design. By the early 1990s, most Springfield M1911A1s had been replaced by the M9, though many remain in use by special units. The US Marine Corps resisted the change over, and they even able to win the right to continue use of the Springfield M1911A1, as did many smaller special groups within the armed forces. The Springfield M1911A1 design is favored by a large number of police teams throughout the US. Many military and law enforcement organizations in the US continue to use Springfield M1911A1 pistols because they favor the stopping power of the .45 cartridge and the superior handling of the weapon in close fighting.

The M1911 is also extremely popular among the general public in the US for practical and recreational purposes. The pistol is commonly used for concealed carry, personal defense, target shooting, and competition. We are also providing details of the current variants of this pistol form Springfield armory. The first one is Custom loaded full sized Springfield 1911A1. It is available with steel and light weight aluminum frames, stainless, blued and parkerized finishes, V-12 barrel porting, fixed combat or fully adjustable rear sights. The second one in the row is GI .45 Springfield 1911A1. This one is nearly identical to the service pistol issued to US troops during WWII. A reliable .45 pistol for those with a special choice. The third one in the row is the Mil-Spec Springfield 1911A1. It is a recreation pistol of John Browning's classic 1911A1. It will appeal to those who are looking for traditional features and quality. The fourth pistol variant fro Springfield is custom loaded champion Springfield 1911A1. It utilizes a full size frame with a slide and barrel measuring under 4 inches. It is provided with value added features. The fifth variant is custom loaded Ultra-Compact Springfield 1911A1. The ultimate small size, the shortest slide and frame makes it a favorite for many. The sixth variant is custom loaded Micro-Compact Springfield 1911A1. It stands for dependability and size. Based on the popular 1911 design but made to exacting Springfield Armory quality and design standards that guarantee lifesaving reliability in the smallest 1911 package possible. The seventh in the row is the custom loaded long slide Springfield 1911A1. 6 inch Long slide is a favorite for many. The barrel is one inch longer than our full size 1911A1, the long slide offers increased sight radius for improved accuracy and a longer barrel for higher velocity. Muzzle forward weight distribution reduces recoil and allows quicker shot to shot recovery. The eighth variant is custom loaded Trophy Match Springfield 1911A1. Springfield designed the Trophy Match 1911A1 for bulls eye and action shooting competition. Fully adjustable sights, match barrel and bushing and all the standard features available make the Trophy Match a truly favorite gun. The ninth variant is loaded operator Springfield 1911A1. The Operator model pistol is the only pistol offered by a major 1911 manufacturer having a light mounting rail forged directly into the pistol frame. The standardized Pica tinny mounting platform readily receives the most popular white light, infrared and laser illuminating devices used by US military and law enforcement teams. The last but surely not the least in the row is the tenth variant called custom loaded TRP-Pro Model Springfield 1911A1. FBI has officially adopted Springfield Armory's 1911A1 pistol, beating a field of competitors that included some of the most famous gunsmiths and custom shops in America. The new Springfield TRP-Pro Model pistol meets all requirements and specifications of the FBI contract for their SWAT hostage rescue team.