Colt 1911 Competition Optics Ready .45 ACP 5 inch 8 Rounds Stainless Blue G10

The Colt 1911 Competition Optics Ready pistol brings the Colt Optics-Ready 1911 Competition series into a practical shooter's hands with a 5" stainless barrel and an optic-ready, serrated slide that accepts Colt's versatile optics plate system for fast target acquisition in matches or serious range work. Chambered in 45 ACP with a single-action operation and a capacity of 8+1, this handgun balances classic 1911 ergonomics with competition-oriented features like Novak fiber optic front sight and adjustable rear sight for crisp sight picture and follow-up shots, ambidextrous grip/thumb safeties for strong-hand and weak-hand transitions, and checkered blue G10 grips that provide a secure purchase during rapid strings of fire. Whether you're running IDPA or USPSA stages, dialing in load development at the range, or building a competition-ready kit, the stainless frame finish offers durability and low maintenance, while the optics-ready slide and modern controls allow customization for red dots and match setups. Note that an FFL transfer is required for purchase; this model brings Colt's storied 1911 lineage into contemporary competition and practical shooting applications.