SKU: CT1911C-SS38Z
UPC: 098289112309
MPN: O1911C-SS38
The Colt 1911C Government .38 Super 5" Stainless Steel is a precision-engineered semi-automatic pistol built on the legendary 1911 platform that has defined tactical and duty carry standards for over a century. Designed for shooters who demand reliability, accuracy, and the proven ergonomics of the Government model frame, this pistol delivers the stopping power and flat trajectory of .38 Super ammunition in a full-size, carry-ready configuration. Law enforcement professionals, competitive shooters, and civilian tacticians favor this platform for its inherent accuracy potential and legendary durability under sustained operational use.
Built entirely from stainless steel, the Colt 1911C resists corrosion and provides superior longevity in high-round-count training environments and field conditions where carbon steel frames deteriorate. The 5-inch barrel strikes the critical balance between velocity and shootability—long enough to generate consistent .38 Super ballistics (1,300+ fps with premium loads) while maintaining the snap and handling characteristics essential for defensive work. The Government-spec frame geometry, proven single-action trigger system, and full-length guide rod ensure shot-to-shot consistency and rapid target reacquisition, with the pistol's 4.44-pound weight distributing recoil impulse evenly for controllable follow-up shots.
This pistol is ideal for competitive shooters in IPSC/USPSA action-shooting sports where .38 Super's major power factor and accuracy advantages dominate scoring, as well as for duty carry where stainless construction eliminates maintenance concerns in salt-air or high-humidity environments. The standard 1911 Government frame accepts all aftermarket triggers, sights, holsters, and magazines engineered for full-size single-stack platforms, ensuring compatibility with millions of existing tactical accessories. Whether for match preparation, duty use, or serious home defense, the Colt 1911C Government .38 Super delivers the accuracy and reliability that have made the 1911 the first choice of professional shooters worldwide.
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