Enter to WIN a Free Gun Friday from IWI! Close It is rare to find anything that does it right the first try. John Moses Browning’s 1911 design was a great example of this. The 1911 is now one of the most popular pistols on the marketplace. Many of the top companies have joined the fray. Prices will vary depending on the model you choose. RELATED STORY 11 Best 1911 Pistols For Women [2022] The 1911 design was born out of a need to replace the older service revolvers. The Army was also interested in replacing the.38 ACP with the more powerful.45 ACP. While many firearm manufacturers from around the globe fought for the contract in the end, it was the Colt/Browning that won the contract. Today, the 1911 is still in use and many manufacturers have their own versions of the classic. It is still a popular concealed carry gun in the United States due to its small profile. Some companies have made it more CCW-friendly by making smaller frames available. In recent years, the single-action has been available in multiple calibers, such as 10mm, 9mm or 45 ACP. There are also variations in.22LR and.380 ACP. In homage to the original, we chose full-size 1911’s chambered with.45 ACP for this roundup. There are options at every price point. It’s nice to have eye candy, but also to see what we can afford. Colt Royal Blue 1911 Classic What kinda list would it be if it did not include a Colt Royal Blue 1911? It would be a near heresy. The Colt Royal Blue 1911 Classic pays tribute to the Government Model pistols from the past. It is true to its name and a throwback the original. It features the Series 70 firing system, a National Match Barrel, and a spurred hammer. This makes it ready for competition or CCW. The high polish royal blue finish is highlighted by the Colt Custom rollmark, rosewood grips and an inlaid gold Rampant Colt Medallion. The Royal Blue Classic chambered in.45ACP has a 7+1 capacity. MSRP: $1.499.00. For more information, visit Colt.com. Nighthawk Custom the President. The Nighthawk Custom president is a stunning example of form and functionality. This pistol is range-ready and features a forged, match grade Gold Titanium Nitride bar. It can be seen through the slide-lightening cut and ejection port. For enhanced manipulation, the slide has both forward and back cocking serrations. Railscale G10 grips are highly tactile and provide the interface between steel and man. The grip is made up of a single-piece mainspring housing/magwell. The pistol’s overall tone is highlighted by the 14k solid-gold bead front sight when viewed through the Heinie Ledge solid-black rear sight. The President can be chambered in either 9mm,.45 ACP or both. MSRP: $4599.00. For more information, visit NighthawkCustom.com. Wilson Combat ACP Wilson Combat is known for making high-quality combat firearms that are durable and easy to use. The ACP is made using the highest quality parts from the company, which ensures long-term reliability. The grips feature a full-size, forged carbon framework and the Eagle Claw grip pattern to ensure excellent retention. The forged slide has Eagle Claw slide serrations that allow for better manipulation and match aesthetics to the grip. The Wilson Combat Battlesight, a red fiber optic front view, is mounted atop the slide. The hardware includes the Bullet Proof magazine release and the Tactical Bullet Proof thumbsafe. The ACP can be chambered in either 9mm,.45 ACP, and has a capacity of 8+1(.45 ACP), and 10+1 (9mm). MSRP: $2725.00 – $2825.00 (depending upon model). For more information, please visit WilsonCombat.com. Wilson Combat CQB Wilson Combat’s most loved model is the CQB. The CQB has a simple, clean, and traditional design. The CQB is built on a full-size carbon metal frame and includes G10 Starburst Grips for optimal retention while firing. The contoured magazine well makes tactical reloading easier. For added security, the High-Ride Bulletproof Beavertail Grip Safety can be used with the Bullet proof Thumb Safety. The 5-inch stainless match-grade barrel sends downrange a crisp, 3.5-4.5-pound trigger pull. It is chambered in.45 S&W, 10mm, and.40 S&W. It also has a capacity for 8+1 in.45ACP. MSRP: $3.115 – $3.215.00 (depending upon model). For more information, please visit WilsonCombat.com. Springfield Armory Ronin 1911 Springfield has been around since the beginning and it is evident that it is only getting more successful. The Ronin 1911 is an excellent example of this. The Ronin 1911 is a model of strength, durability, and toughness with its forged slide and frame. The slide features a combination of hot salt bluing and hybrid smooth/checkered Crossed Cannon wood grips that enhance the overall aesthetics. The barrel of the slide is precision hammer-forged and measures 5 inches in length. This barrel ensures superior accuracy. A tactical rear sight and a fiber optic front view for low-light target acquisition are mounted atop the slide. The Gen 2 Speed Trigger, which is streamlined and skeletonized, sends rounds downrange. The Ronin’s safety features include a thumb safety and a beavertail grip safety when it is not shooting. The Ronin is available in 9mm, 10mm and.45ACP. It has a capacity for 8+1 (10mm and 9.45 ACP), and 9+1 (9mm). MSRP: $899.00 For more information, please visit Springfield-Armory.com. The Springfield 1911 Emissary 4.25 This is the latest 1911 offering from Springfield-Armory. It has a smaller form than the 1911. The Emissary is smaller and easier to transport, featuring a Tri-Top slide that has front and back cocking serrations. Flat top slide serrations diffuse light and reduce glare. For maximum accuracy, the hot salt blued slide houses a heavy profile 4.25-inch forged stainless Steel bull barrel. The VZ Thin-Line G10 grips, front and rear straps, and grenade-pattern checking on the VZ Thin-Line G10 handlebars ensure that you have full control when firing. For fast target acquisition, a tritium and luminescent front sight is combined with the Tactical Rack U-Dot back sight. The Emissary is chambered in.45 ACP and has a capacity for 8+1. MSRP: $1,349.00 For more information, please visit Springfield-Armory.com. Kimber RAPIDE – Dawn The Kimber Rapide (Dawn), is a unique version of the 1911. The frame is made of stainless steel and features the Kimpro II Silver finishing. This is complemented by the slide’s brushed stainless and Kimpro II finishes. The slide houses a match-grade stainless steel barrel with a golden finish. This barrel is beautifully displayed through the slide cuts as well as the ejection port. Tru-Glo TFX Pro Day Night rear and front sights are included on the slide. The slide also features stepped rear and front cocking serrations that improve manipulation. The textured G10 grips with front strap stippling and G10 grips provide additional grip confidence when firing. A beavertail grip safety is included, as well as an ambidextrous thumb safety. The RAPIDE (Dawn) is available in 9mm, 10mm or.45 ACP and has a capacity for 7+1 (.45), 8+1 (10mm), 9+1 (9mm), and 9+1 (9mm). MSRP: $1713.00 – $1733.00 (depending upon model). For more information, please visit KimberAmerica.com. Kimber RAPIDE – Scorpion The KimberRAPIDE (Scorpius), is essentially a larger version (Dawn) but with some minor variations. The (Scorpius), like the (Dawn), is made of stainless steel. Both the slide and frame have the Kimpro II black finish and are polished flats. The slide houses a 5-inch match-grade stainless steel barrel with black DLC and match-grade bushing. Black RAPIDE G10 grips are used for the interface. The front strap stippling is also used. Rounds are sent downrange by the V-Cut aluminum trigger that can hold 4.0-5.0 pounds of factory setting. The slide has stepped front and back cocking serrations, and Tru-Glo Pro Day Night w/Orange front sights. The RAPIDE (Dawn) is available in 9mm, 10mm or.45ACP and has a capacity for 7+1 (.45ACP), 8+1 (10mm), 9+1 (9mm), and 9+1 (9mm). MSRP: $1713.00 – $1733.00 (depending upon model). For more information, please visit KimberAmerica.com. Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model SW1911 (Ballistic Magazine’s Best Finalist 2021). You know it will be good if it is a Smith & Wesson Performance Center edition. The SW1911 is made of stainless steel and features the Performance Center action job, which is designed for competition-oriented shooters. It is entirely handcrafted, with everything from the hand-cut chamber to the hand-polished feed ramp to its hand-tuned action job, hand-lapped frame and sliderails. The match-grade trigger weighs between 3.5 and 4 pounds and is compatible with the speed configuration Hammer. Match-grade throated barrels and Briley spherical Bushings improve accuracy. Blue G10 custom wood grips are used with ambidextrous thumb safety and beavertail grip safety. The Performance Center SW1911 is chambered in.45ACP and has a capacity for 8+1. MSRP: $1649.00. For more information, visit Smith-Wesson.com. Remington 1911 R1 enhanced Remington is a well-known name. The R1 Enhanced’s contribution to the 1911 follows suit. The R1 Enhanced is built on a stainless steel frame and features tactical enhancements. The R1 Enhanced features a 5-inch match-grade barrel with bushing and an improved accuracy and reliability. Slide manipulation can be done under extreme pressure thanks to the forward and rear cocking serrations. The extended performance trigger features a three-hole design and is adjustable for overtravel. Flat mainspring housing with checkering at 20 LPI works with the textured custom grips featuring thumb groove and an ambi cut. For safe handling, the checkered beavertail grip safety is combined with the enhanced wide thumb safety. The R1 Enhanced is chambered in.45ACP and has a capacity for 8+1. MSRP: $1135.00 (It is not currently being produced, but production will resume in the late summer 2022). For more information, please visit RemArms.com. Auto Ordnance 1911A1 Here’s how to get down and dirty with a 1911 designed for business. The Auto Ordnance 1911A1 has a simple design that is similar to the original Army model. The 1911A1 is a replica of the WWII model in form and function, and incorporates GI specs and features. To reduce glare, the slide and carbon steel frame have a matte black finish. The carbon steel slide, seam, and disconnector are made from solid bar stock and heat-treated for strength. The slide has a blade front and rear sight that can be adjusted for windage. It ships standard with brown plastic grips. Checkered wood grips are available with U.S. logo. There are options for logo. MSRP: $549.99 to $779.55 (depending upon options). For more information, please visit Auto-Ordnance.com. 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