Smith and Wesson 1911 Performance Center .45 ACP 4.25in 8+1 Scandium Frame

The Smith & Wesson 170344 1911 Performance Center in .45 ACP brings the Performance Center's custom-shop attention to detail to a time-honored platform, offering a 4.25" throated barrel and precision crowned muzzle for reliable feeding and tight groups whether you're on the range or field-testing carry loads; built on a lightweight scandium alloy frame with a ported matte stainless steel slide and slide lightening cuts, this pistol balances a 29.6 oz carry weight with controllable recoil and reduced muzzle rise for fast follow-up shots. Its Performance Center action job, polished feed ramp and spherical barrel bushing smooth lockup and slide-to-barrel fit for crisp single-action triggers, while 30-lpi checkering and G10 custom wood grips deliver a sure hold in high-stress drills or slow-fire accuracy work. The 8+1 capacity, ambidextrous frame safety and contrast sights (post front/fixed rear) make it straightforward for defensive use or competition; the combination of SAO 1911 ergonomics, ported/serrated slide and hard case storage appeals to shooters seeking a refined semi-auto pistol that requires FFL transfer.