Description

Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol

Overview

Developed by Springfield Armory’s Custom Shop, the Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol represents a refined balance between duty-ready reliability and precision craftsmanship. Built on the legendary 1911 platform, this pistol is machined from a forged carbon steel frame and slide, then treated with a proprietary black Armory Kote finish for corrosion resistance. The “Light” designation refers to the weight-reduced slide profile with front cocking serrations, offering faster cycling and improved handling without compromising structural integrity. Each unit is hand-assembled by Custom Shop armorers and test-fired for accuracy before shipment. This is a production-grade custom firearm, not a limited edition, ensuring consistent availability for serious shooters.

Features & Specs

The Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol delivers performance through measurable engineering choices. Below are the key specifications and design elements.

• Caliber: .45 ACP; barrel length: 5 inches match-grade stainless steel, fully supported ramp, 1:16 twist rate
• Overall length: 8.6 inches; height: 5.5 inches; width: 1.25 inches; unloaded weight: 38 ounces
• Sights: low-profile tritium night sights with green front dot and white outline rear, dovetailed front and rear
• Trigger: forged, long solid trigger with lightweight hammer, factory pull weight set at 4.5-5.0 pounds
• Safety: ambidextrous thumb safety, grip safety with memory bump, and titanium firing pin for drop safety
• Magazine: two 7-round stainless steel magazines with welded base pads and raised follower
• Custom Shop features: hand-fitted slide-to-frame fit, polished feed ramp, contoured ejection port, and deburred internal parts

All internal components are machined from billet steel and hand-stoned for smooth operation. The pistol accepts standard 1911 aftermarket grips and magazines.

Who It’s For

This Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol is designed for the discerning shooter who demands factory-level customization without the lead time of a full custom build. It suits three primary user profiles:

• Competition shooters in USPSA Single Stack or IDPA CDP divisions who require a reliable, accurate .45 with a tuned trigger and tight slide fit
• Law enforcement or military personnel seeking a duty-grade sidearm with Custom Shop reliability and night sight visibility
• Collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate Springfield Armory’s Custom Shop heritage and want a production pistol that mirrors the Professional Light series used by specialized units

The pistol ships in a locking hard case with two magazines, a bushing wrench, cable lock, and owner’s manual. No optics cut is included, preserving the classic 1911 profile.

Shipping & FFL

This Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol ships from our inventory within one to three business days via insured ground carrier. All firearm purchases require shipment to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state of residence. You must arrange with your chosen FFL dealer prior to purchase; we will ship only to the FFL address on file. A signed copy of the dealer’s FFL is required before processing. Some states may impose additional waiting periods, magazine capacity restrictions, or registration requirements. It is your responsibility to verify local laws and ensure your FFL accepts shipments from out-of-state retailers. We do not ship to PO boxes, APO/FPO addresses, or international destinations. By purchasing, you confirm you are legally eligible to own this firearm under all applicable federal, state, and local laws. No returns or cancellations after shipment due to regulatory compliance. Please contact our customer service team if you need assistance locating a participating FFL dealer near you.