Description

Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol

Overview

The Springfield Armory Custom Shop delivers a masterwork of precision engineering with the Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol. Built to the same exacting standards as the FBI-issue Professional model, this pistol represents a fusion of classic 1911 ergonomics and modern tactical refinements. Each unit is hand-assembled and fitted by master gunsmiths at the Springfield Custom Shop, ensuring tolerances that exceed standard production models. The lightweight forged aluminum frame reduces carry fatigue without compromising structural integrity, while the forged steel slide and barrel provide the durability required for sustained high-volume use. This is a purpose-built sidearm for those who demand absolute mechanical reliability in a 45 ACP platform.

Features & Specs

The Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol is defined by its meticulous attention to detail. The 5-inch match-grade barrel is ramped and fully supported, paired with a fully supported ramped barrel bushing that enhances accuracy. The lightweight frame incorporates a flat mainspring housing and an integral magwell for faster reloads. The slide features serrations at both front and rear, and the pistol is equipped with a proprietary Custom Shop trigger tuned to a crisp 4.5 to 5.0-pound pull.

• Caliber: 45 ACP; magazine capacity: 7+1 rounds; includes two flush-fit magazines with slam pads
• Frame: Forged aluminum alloy, black Teflon finish; slide: forged steel with black Teflon finish; barrel: 5-inch forged stainless steel, match-grade
• Sights: Tritium night sights with a white outline rear and a serrated, snag-free front; dovetail cut for windage adjustment
• Additional features: Extended ambidextrous thumb safety, beavertail grip safety with memory bump, checkered front strap (25 LPI), and a full-length guide rod

Who It’s For

This pistol is designed for the discerning professional who requires a duty-grade 1911 that performs under adverse conditions. Law enforcement officers, military personnel, and competitive shooters will appreciate the Custom Shop’s hand-fitted barrel lockup and the lightweight frame’s reduced recoil management. The Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol is also an ideal choice for the serious civilian who demands a premium defensive firearm for concealed carry or home defense. Collectors and aficionados of the 1911 platform will recognize the value of a Custom Shop build that retains the classic Series 70 firing system without a firing pin block, ensuring a trigger pull free of stacking or creep. If you require a firearm that combines the legacy of John Browning’s design with 21st-century manufacturing precision, this pistol meets that standard.

• Intended users: Law enforcement, military, competition shooters, and advanced civilian defenders
• Optimal use case: Concealed carry, duty carry, and range qualification with a 45 ACP cartridge
• Build philosophy: Hand-fitted components, no MIM parts in critical areas, and 100% final inspection by Custom Shop armorers

Shipping & FFL

This Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol will ship to your chosen Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer. After placing your order, you will receive an order confirmation with instructions to provide your FFL’s contact information. We require a signed copy of the receiving dealer’s FFL on file before the firearm is shipped. All shipments are sent via a licensed carrier with direct signature required. You are responsible for verifying that your local laws and ordinances permit the ownership and transfer of this firearm. Please consult your FFL regarding any applicable state or local waiting periods, background check requirements, or magazine capacity restrictions. No returns or cancellations are accepted after the firearm has shipped. We do not ship to P.O. boxes; a physical street address for your FFL is required.

• FFL transfer: Provide your dealer’s license before shipment; we verify all licenses with the ATF FFL eZ Check system.
• Shipping method: Fully insured, discreet packaging, direct signature required for adult 21+.
• Restrictions: Not available for shipment to all states; check local laws regarding 45 ACP handgun ownership.