Description

Springfield 1911 45 ACP Mil-Spec Defend Your Legacy Series Pistol

The Springfield 1911 45 ACP Mil-Spec Defend Your Legacy Series Pistol represents a direct continuation of the service-grade platform that has defined American military sidearms for over a century. Chambered in .45 ACP and built to the original government contract specifications, this pistol delivers the exact trigger pull, sight radius, and frame geometry that have proven themselves in combat and competition alike. For the shooter who demands historical accuracy combined with modern manufacturing tolerances, this is the definitive production 1911.

Overview

Springfield Armory engineered the springfield 1911 45 acp mil-spec defend your legacy series pistol as a faithful reproduction of the M1911A1 pattern used by United States armed forces. The pistol features a forged carbon steel frame and slide, a 5-inch barrel with a 1:16 twist rate, and a Parkerized finish that resists corrosion while maintaining a non-reflective tactical appearance. Every component meets or exceeds the original Ordnance Department drawings, ensuring that spare parts and accessories designed for GI-spec 1911s will fit without modification. The trigger system is a standard short trigger with a factory pull weight of 5 to 6 pounds, and the hammer is a military-style spur type. Sights are the standard GI configuration with a post front and a rear drift-adjustable for windage.

Features & Specs

• Chambered in .45 ACP with a 7-round magazine capacity; includes two stainless steel magazines with flush-fit base pads
• Forged carbon steel frame and slide with military-spec Parkerized finish; barrel is forged and machined from 4140 steel
• Standard GI-style thumb safety, grip safety, slide stop, and magazine release; all controls are checkered or serrated for positive manipulation
• Overall length: 8.6 inches; barrel length: 5 inches; height: 5.5 inches; width: 1.25 inches; unloaded weight: 39 ounces
• Trigger: single-action, short trigger with a smooth face; factory pull weight 5-6 pounds with minimal creep and a clean break

Who It’s For

This springfield 1911 45 acp mil-spec defend your legacy series pistol is designed for the shooter who values authenticity and reliability over cosmetic embellishments. It is an ideal choice for the collector assembling a historically accurate service pistol battery, the competitor who needs a production-class 1911 that fits within USPSA Single Stack division rules, and the defensive shooter who prefers a manual safety and a crisp single-action trigger. The pistol also serves as a platform for custom builders who want a forged, parkerized baseline that can be upgraded with aftermarket grips, sights, and triggers without requiring frame or slide modifications. Because it adheres strictly to mil-spec dimensions, holsters, magazines, and parts from the widest possible aftermarket ecosystem will function correctly out of the box.

Shipping & FFL

This springfield 1911 45 acp mil-spec defend your legacy series pistol will ship to the Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer you select during checkout. A physical signature is required upon delivery. Please verify that your chosen FFL dealer is willing to accept transfers and that the firearm is legal to possess in your state and local jurisdiction. All applicable federal, state, and local laws apply. We do not ship to P.O. boxes or APO/FPO addresses. A copy of the receiving FFL’s license must be on file before shipment can be processed. Standard processing time is 1-3 business days after payment clearance and FFL verification.

• Must ship to a valid FFL dealer; no exceptions for individual sales
• Include your FFL dealer’s name and contact information at checkout
• Check your local laws regarding magazine capacity restrictions before ordering