1911s are like many other guns they need their springs replaced upon occasion. Series 70 Collet Barrel Bushing. This thing is a shooter and has been, This fine 4.5" Colt 1911 Light Weight 45 ACP Condition: Excellent Plus Throughout serial number: FL052XXX Price: 2,495. The firearm had some work by Chuck Rogers. (I can hit things with it now.) [2] It is also sometimes retronymed out to Person On Ground with Unused Equipment (hence the spelling). Caliber. Sorry Martin, but Kimbers are junk and they jamb. The ejection port is slightly lowered, but not flared. A well-designed, properly tuned extractor ensures that your pistol feeds, extracts and ejects reliably every time. Commanders can have two different types of slides; one with lightening cuts and one without. I would have to disagree there. I shot off a bag from my bench. TY..I recently read on Wikipedia about the M1911 and the development phase of a requested sidearm that would STOP the enemy. Not much recoil here. BTW, where did you see that I mentioned Glock in the above comment? "SALE PENDING, UNDER DEPOSIT or ON HOLD"IT IS AVAILAB, For sale is a NIB, complete package Colt Gold Cup National Match MKIV Series 80 Enhanced Model in beautiful Bright Stainless which appears unfired, in original factory case, outer box and all paperwor, Wow! There are some parts of the gun which cannot be done on a buffing wheel; they have to be done by skilled hands with polishing sticks, polishing paper, bits of leather impregnated with grit, etc. This particular Combat Commander was a joy to shoot, especially since it had been gone over by a gunsmith to make it even better. The Commander version just hangs better than the Government model; to me, at least. Colt Combat Commander Pre-Series 80 1911 9mm Semi-Automatic Pistol MFD 1976 My Account. Beretta says their pistol will last 30,000 rounds between parts failures. .45 ACP, Colt Government MK IV Series 80, chambered in .45 Auto in very good condition. Some shooters have experimented with finger-style bushings. And there were no politics involved in the decision, of course. No spam. This spring change was part of some design tweaks that the Marines M45A1 pistol received in 2011. The hated Series 80 firing pin safety system is not a bother, and I really dont understand all the complaining about it. If they had shortened the grip by one round or so and then rounded off the butt of the grip, it would make the Commander easier to conceal. Ahhh, Colt. It was a real Colt, for Petes sake, and I shouldve kept it. for sale! Serier 80 Colt MK IV in .45 ACP. Lord knows we need that. I have an early Series 80 Colt Government Model that has gone over 250,000 rounds and has yet to have a parts failure. Also as for the Marines using the Colt comment in the article, they ended up not liking the weapon (these Colts went to MARSOC) and stopped the purchase after the initial 1,200 units (I am not 100% on the number). Colt responded with the aluminum-framed, 4.25-inch-barreled Commander in 9mm, while other guns and companies that were included in that trial included: The Browning Hi-Power (The Inglis Company in Canada), plus another Hi-Power (Fabrique Nationale in Belgium): and finally, the Model 39 (Smith & Wesson): None of the pistols were selected. 1911s are the most customized pistols ever made. Our Price: $965.00 . Love it except for the thumb safety. Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review. It had the factory hard rubber grip panels, black sights and no extended slide release or thumb safety. Not many. I CAN PROVIDE REFERENCES ON GUN SALES. I'm Mike, one of the oldest writer of Sniper Country! This would make a fantastic defensive pistol, but it could also make a nice addition to a Colt collection missing a Combat Commander. View By Manufacturer Add to Cart Make. 9mm Pistol. It was the first mass-produced pistol with an aluminium alloy frame and the first Colt pistol to be chambered in 9mm Parabellum. The other is the price. It has about 85% of its finish remaining with a great bore and strong mechanics. Very comfy in the hand and a nice feel overall. Hopefully in a pseudo-anonymous comment section of a gun blog it will be less painful than in person. As always, I welcome comments below. You used to be able to get polished, blued guns from Remington. Colt Delta Elite 10MM SN:DS10236 MFG:1989 Colt. The pics look like parkerized black to to me. Online shopping from a great selection of discounted SDS 1911 tank commander 9mm at Sportsman's Outdoor Superstore. Blueing can be taken off by holster wear. 3 models Trijicon Colt 3 Dot Night Sights for Government / Combat Commander CA26 (2) As Low As (Save Up to 33%) $69.99. Quite a lot for about $900. In short, I learned. Not pictured: the magazine I used. Comes with Mother-of-Pearl grips in excellent con. Wilson Combat P365, 9mm, 3.1" Barrel, RMRcc Optic Cut, Black, Pistol . So far, I have over 2000 rounds through the pistol and it has been perfectly reliable. Marque: UMAREX Modle: COLT Double Eagle Combat Commander Bronz. But the best blueing jobs are no longer done on a large scale. and if Gregolas adds a Commander model to the other two, it will be his antipenultimate 1911! The bottom tab brakes causing accidental discharge when they are broken. This pistol shows some signs of wear to the finish on sharp edges. Colt gun storeoffers quality colt arms(colt pistols,colt revolvers,colt rifles). The Series 80 firing pin block was a feature conceived by lawyers, not gun makers or engineers. Ive got them on my Colt delta elite and I can really feel it digging in after a couple mags of full power 10mm. After owning and shooting 2000 + thru her my final thoughts are; I agree that Colts are very good factory 1911s but they definitely need some improvements before I would say they are excellent weapons. If what I read is correct, Colt is in the process of introducing this assembly into most, if not all, of its 1911s. Combat Commander MKIV Series 80 Handgun by Colt's Manufacturing Company, Inc Valuation Report by UsedPrice.com Refine Your Search Caliber .22 .25 .26 - .28 .30 .31 All Options. Telephone. Perhaps its the treatment of the metal before bluing that causes me to think that? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. On my list. Some people like the beavertail type but it really isnt necessary, so long as you do something about those sharp edges and corners. The right side of the slide is marked " COLT'S COMBAT COMMANDER". colt rear sight 1911 factory fits series 70 80 national match delta elite - $42.98. This example is a 9mm Combat Commander which appears to have seen little use, in Excellent condition. I changed the triggers, grip safeties, thumb safeties, all the springs with Wolff spring packs, hammers, and had both guns given carry de horns and both redone with Cerakote finishes, among a few other small things. They have never been inexpensive, but you tend to get what you pay for. (I did have one mag that was just too wide for the mag well, but another I tried worked so I used it). in the box with owners manual, etc. Quick View Commander Slides 1911 COMMANDER SLIDE 45ACP 4.25 STAINLESS REAR SERRATIONS WITH PARA SIGHT CUTS At least, in part due to the success of that change, Colt began introducing the dual recoil spring into its 1911 line. Its basically the reason the military switched to the M9 in the first place. The locking block system of lockup is far inferior to the swinging link design of the 1911. I traded it for something a little more conducive to carry. Wearing a stunning Bright Stainless slide over an alloy frame makes this one of the prettiest NIB 1911 Colts we have ever offered. I can see, with a little more development, this bullet and powder really working well with this Commander. I PROVIDE 7 DAY INSP. What you decide to carry should be easy to carry and shoot. The projectiles are typically solid, but can also be pressurized liquid (e.g. Also, you have to depress the clip release to slide the clip in. Totally stock, early 80s vintage. Pogue / box-kicker / in the rear with the gear / etc. From day one this was my favorite handgun and my EDC. The M-11 SIG in my opinion is a superior weapon to the M-9, given what the military is restricted to. Great Article. Colt 1911 Government & Commander Pistol Grip - Excaliber, Classic Panel, Silver Plated Brass Price: $89.95 Quantity in Basket: none Colt 1911 Government & Commander Pistol Grip - Altamont, Thin Panel, Rosewood Price: $49.95 Quantity in Basket: none Colt 1911 Government & Commander Pistol Grip - Altamont, Thin Panel, Checkered Rosewood Price: $59.95 CONSIGNMENT NEW IN BOX COLT LEW HORTON EDITION COMMANDER MODEL O SS .45 ACP --4.25" BARREL -- 2 - 7 RND MAGS CONSECUTIVE SERIAL NUMBERS -- NEW IN BOX WITH ALL PAPERWORK SOLD AS A SET&n, Guns Listing ID: 753417COLTMODEL - MK IV SERIES 80CALIBER - 45ACPGOOD CONDITION 6 + 13.5\" BARREL1 MAGNO BOX, Guns Listing ID: 752839The Colt Gold Cup is known as the finest shooting semi-automatic in the world and is the standard for competitive guns. For a self-defense, collectable or plain all-round gun, I wont have a FLGR on one of my 1911s, but then I dont shoot IPSC any longer. The Colt Combat Unit design was guided by US Special Forces Trainers whose tactical expertise delivered a gun equipped to handle and shoot with the highest levels of control, accuracy, and reliability - the rest depends on you. Your email address will not be published. The gun appears to have been shot very little , if at all. Wearing a stunning Bright Stainless slide over an alloy frame makes this one of the prettiest NIB 1911 Colts we have ever offered. Ill take the M9 over the M1911 any day for a combat pistol. Both supplied magazines, a 7 round and 8 round work correctly with factory ball, hollow point, and some lead semi wad cutter ammo from my reloading bench without a hitch. Go figure. Trijicon HD Night Sights for 1911 Colt Cut Handgun $170.00 (Save 20%) $136.79. I did have an issue with the slide stop until I realized its best not to try and lock the slide with an empty magazine in the well. It was JMBs brainchild. 1990 Colt Combat Commander .9mm Blue 4.25" *SCARCE 9mm Caliber MODEL* Colt 1990 Colt Combat Commander .9mm Blue 4.25" *SCARCE 9mm Caliber MODEL* (No reviews yet) Write a Review Write a Review. But the M9 is a pistol I have a lot of experience with, followed closely by the M1911. . Comes with 1 original mag, no box, shipping is a flat $40.00 U, Guns Listing ID: 705844This is preowned COLT MK IV/SERIES 80 GOVERNMENT MODEL - .380auto in GOOD condition. This Colt Government Mark IV comes equipped with a 5" barrel, satin nickel finish, blade front sights and rubber grips. (13) 13 product ratings - COLT REAR COMBAT SIGHT COLT 1911 REAR SIGHT COMMANDER GOLD CUP MATCH SERIES 70 8. Colt King Cobra Stainless Steel 3" .357 Mag Currently Out of Stock My Account. !INCLUDES 2 COLTS MAGAZINES, Colt 1911 Series 80 Gold Cup National Match Stainless .45 ACP In excellent condition, this 1987 production pistol comes with one Colt magazine, original box, original styrofoam, and all associated, SOLD ! ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. First time I saw it I actually thought it had a thin coat of oil that needed to be wiped off. Series 80. Your email address will not be published. A lightweight commander. I have had a Marine shoot himself in the foot with an M1911, which is merely anecdotal and is not proof of anything. Heres a very quick-and-dirty video I recorded just to show the recoil (or lack of it) with a mid-range target load. Another note about his collection: it consists of top-quality, name-brand firearms, which is represented by the Delta Elite 10mm he loaned me for another article and this Commander. They sent out a request for guns that met those specifications be submitted for trial. The Commander can make a great carry gun, and a lot of folks carry even full-size 1911s and conceal them just fine, so 3/4 inches off the barrel should be a bonus. There are several methods of blueing, all of which are basically black rusting of the surface of the steel. Bought the newest revision of the Colt Combat Commander just a couple of weeks ago. $219.00. You cant go wrong owning a gun with the rampant colt etched into the slide. Because (IMO) the Glock lacks one of two important features: Either the decocker+DA trigger of the M9 (which I will agree is a good feature on a combat pistol), or the grip+thumb safety of the 1911. Does anyone know if the current bad guys use opiates? . Quelques marques dusure. Enjoyed your article, Mike. Colt Combat Commander .45acp Barrel 4.25" with Engine Turned Hood. I want it to be bigger. Mfg Dated 1998. Colt In the early 1970s introduced a new variation of the 1911A1 pistol called the SERIES 70 Model, which incorporated a major change designed to improve accuracy. Compare this image with that at the top of the article that shows the current-production Commander. My wifes go to gun is an M-9. There have been a few major variants made over the years. . Look at the finish on a pre-war Winchester Model 70, or Model 94, or 52. And the 1903 .32. Am so enjoying this latest rendition of the pistol I just had to have those many years ago. No. COLT COMBAT COMMANDER O4942XE CUSTOM HAND ENGRAVED SLIDE & FRAME - 9MM CUSTOM WHITE PEARLITE GRIPS WITH SILVER COLT RAMPANT HORSE & SILVER GRIP SCREWS 4.25 INCH BARREL - BLUED FINISH&n .Click for more info Seller: Jones & Jones Area Code: 928 $1,599.00 Colt Pistols - Commander Colt ~ Commander ~ .45 Auto GI#: 102214720 Trijicon Bright & Tough Night Sights can give your Colt pistol the upgrade it deserves. For the price of one common production S&W 1911 you can have two ARs. For near the same price as the XSE. The pistol had the Standard grip safety. [2] In the Canadian Forces a pogue is referred to as a WOG, short for without guns or without guts. Filters. Please see our photos and good luck! 3 models Trijicon SA33 Novak Full Size .45 3 Dot Night Sights (1) As Low As (Save Up to 47%) $107.99. I much prefer the short, white aluminum jobs, whether adjustable or not. Do you only own one pair of shoes? Thanks for sharing your experience and opinions. The 1911 type Colt is easy to maintain and get parts for. BUT, the soldier felt the .38 AKA 9mm measurement of a round was not sufficient. Once you cut it down to 3 or 3.5 inches, the possibility is there for feeding and extraction issues to crop up. Guns Listing ID: 671378It has custom grips Pistol is in great condition . A .45 fmj makes a slightly bigger hole than a 9mm fmj. (Some companies do make guns like this). as to being shanghaied into duty of that sort, ive heard reference to the term pegboy. I had the displeasure of witnessing a muzzle down discharge when one of my sergeants bent down to give first aid and had his rifle in front of him on a sling. Absolutely, it just so happens that Glocks and 1911s are my two favorite semi-autos. The pistol had the Standard grip safety (according to Colt), but some Geezers like me refer to it as a Rat-Tail grip safety. They invented, or perfected, the 1911 over 100 years ago so I think they have things pretty well figured out. But, politics being what they are, the military is stuck, at least for now with the 9. .45 Auto, SALE PENDING KEVIN N. KY 2/5/23 Very hard to find 100% Factory New In Box is this beautiful tt (two tone) Combat elite. Lets compare it to what is all the rage today, the polymer striker pistols with nothing but a trigger interlock. I also like having the ability to flick the safety and shoot double action in an emergency. $15.00 shipping. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. As I understand it, one of the tests done by armorers is to tap the slide of a field stripped M-9 and listen to it. These included: And, for those of you into a little more detail, heres a screenshot from Sightm1911.com that explains models and variants in a little more detail: The Commander I am going to examine in some detail was loaned to me by my friend Marty, who owns a business distinctly unrelated to firearms sales but had, at one point in time, an FFL. gun & box numbers are the same . Your email address will not be published. After the polishing, the pieces have to be cleaned, de-greased and then blued. The Commander seems to hit the sweet spot. They want a minimum $800 for a pistol but dont radius any of the sharp edges. Colt Government Series 80 1911 45acp, Pistol Parts, Slide, barrel, Recoil Spring. Series: Combat Commander. I purchased the government model blued 1991 when I graduated college. Axxe55. At colt gun store, we offer a wide variety of colt guns. The M9 is superior in every way I can think of, except maybe in caliber, but not by much. The poly-framed XD(M) tends to soak up recoil a bit better in my experience than the steel-framed Commander, but both shot well. Colt Lightweight Commander Type Semi-auto Caliber .45 ACP or 9mm Barrel 4.25-in., stainless steel, polished Overall Length 7.75 in. I CAN PROVIDE REFERENCES ON GUN SALES. Free shipping for many products! 10mm Government / Commander 8 Round Magazine-Stainless . The weapon has only been fired by Colt and is in like new condition! Step 1: Go to https://www.colt.com/ Step 2: Hover the mouse to "Customer Service" Step 3: Click "Serial Number Lookup" Once you get to that page, enter all the characters and the numbers on your firearms into the search field. Shop various Colt magazines to stay locked and loaded. Colt Combat Unit CCO 9mm The Colt Combat Unit CCO is a lightweight CCO, with an aluminum Officer's frame and a Commander slide and barrel. Action Single Action Double Action Double Action Only Semi-Auto All Options. Rest assured though, some of us around here still believe different flavors suit different people. . I was new to shooting then and I couldnt hit a thing with my new Commander. The Dual Spring Recoil System reduces felt recoil while extending recoil spring life. The 12 month average price is $1,068.86 used. Next, you need to hit search to see the result. Never heard of a government grade sear having a catastrophic failure. The M1911 is a fine pistol, but there are simply better available now. Go. perhaps in reference to a special sitting place. That is was the reasons the Army wants to get a new pistol. If it rings, then its okay. Colt Firearms is a legendary brand. Back then, US Government requirements were issued stating that the new pistol had to be chambered in 9mm parabellum (Latin is even neater than French) and couldnt exceed seven inches in length or weigh more than 25 ounces. Where to Buy Ammo Online [Complete 2021 Guide], Best Gun Cleaning Kits [AR-15, Pistol & Universal], Best Shooting Gloves [Hands-On Tested, 2021 Update], Best Universal Red Dot Sights [Hands-on Review]. At the time, smokeless powder was just beginning to be developed and the .38 cal used did not have the modern power. Since 1950, it has been a steady seller and a viable pistol for concealed carry (CCW insurance review), home defense, competition and other uses. Dee, yeah, isnt it weird how much better we shoot after some years of training our sight acquisition, trigger control and grip? The SIG-SAUER 365 Series is among the most reliable and safest ultra compact 9mm pistols ever designed and now Wilson Combat has made it even better with a host of our proprietary custom modifications to improve handling, shooting and optics capability. Here is a target I shot using this bullet and a middle-tier charge of HP 38 (Winchester 231 double). Now go shoot and stay safe. I guess the advantage is that the Commander will take regular 1911 magazines, as I found out today when I dragged a couple of my old 1911 mags out and shot some SWC loads Id had a while. Features extended thumb safety, ring hammer, dual recoil spring and G1 grips. Thanks for writing! It has been used in the United States Navy and Marine Corps since before World War II, entering Army usage around the time of the Vietnam War. Brownells will give you the most information on the issue. The assembly consists of four parts: two springs, and a specially-designed recoil guide rod and plug. This is a. The last production batch of 1911A1s were manufactured in 1945 and were showing their age, and the US had been dragging their feet on an agreement they made with NATO after WWII to convert to the 9MM. I think they are sound reasons. Custom G10 Grips and Upswept Beavertail Grip Safety make for a capable carry gun that is equally comfortable on the range Also Available in .45ACP. The beavertail grip safety for a 1911/191A1 will not fit correctly. History and etymology[edit] No empties hit me in the head, landed on my hat, or tried to burn out my eyes; something I really appreciate in any 1911 design. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. Colt, MK IV Series 80 " Combat Elite", .45 A.C.P., 5" bbl.,40 oz.,Mfg.1989. What I wanted was a good quality basic no frills works every time Colt, and I have it, for a good price. Youre gonna love it Kyle. Some dont, but I personally like the older model Commander hammer and grip safety. Buy Fusion Freedom Series 1911 Combat Handgun 9mm Luger 8rd Magazine 4.25: GunBroker is the largest seller of Semi Auto Pistols Pistols Guns & Firearms All: 971292332 . My homemade target has an overlaid grid of one-inch squares, so you can get an idea of group size. But, if I owned it, I wouldnt plan to carry this gun concealed. Series 70 no firing pin block, steel frame, 4.25in barre, original style guide rod/spring, lose the front serrations, add a short beavertail (like Wilson Combat CCW) grip safety, less abrasive front strap, and offer in blued or stainless. Mike has been a shooter, bullet caster and reloader for over 40 years. The Colt Commander is a single-action, semi-automatic, magazine-fed, and recoil-operated handgun based on the John M. Browning designed M1911. Ships as the pistol only (No box one magazine). I just saw a Series '80 9x19 Combat Commander go for a bit over $1000, and the pre-Series '80 guns are more desirable due to the better roll marks and the lack of the firing pins safety. Evolving from the legendary Colt 1911, the Commander is not a lot different from that storied gun. I like the commander. The Commander also features an undercut trigger guard. This series 80 pistol is used and has been well cared for. Lets look at specifications of the current model. I just dont care for it. It utilized a 9-round single-stack magazine. Original 1911 Series 70 Colt commander design (4.25 Combat Commander Configuration) - All Steel Configuration No Plastic - Precision gunsmith Fitted frame Slide & barrel . And, while were talking about carrying this gun, lets look at a point or two. Starting life in 1984 as a stainless steel Mk.IV, sometime likely in the late 1980's or early 1990's t, Colt Lightweight Officers Model 80 Series. Currently carry a vintage mustang lightweight. 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