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Smith & Wesson 1911 Performance Center Competition .45 ACP Stainless Pistol

The Smith & Wesson 1911 Performance Center is a full-size .45 ACP pistol built for precise, consistent performance. Its stainless steel frame and slide provide durable construction, while the G10 grips offer a secure, textured hold. Performance Center enhancements include a competition speed hammer, a match trigger with overtravel stop, a throated barrel, a precision-crowned muzzle, a Briley spherical barrel bushing, and a polished feed ramp. The five-inch barrel is paired with a black post front sight and adjustable rear sight for a clear, customizable aiming reference. Ambidextrous frame-mounted and grip-mounted safeties provide left- or right-handed operation.

Key features

  • Full-size stainless steel 1911 chambered in .45 ACP
  • 8+1 capacity with a single-action operating system
  • Competition match trigger with overtravel stop and a 3.5 to 4 pound trigger pull
  • Competition speed configuration hammer
  • Throated barrel with precision-crowned muzzle
  • Briley spherical barrel bushing for consistent barrel alignment

The Smith & Wesson 1911 Performance Center combines classic 1911 controls with factory competition-focused enhancements for range and match use.

Smith & Wesson 1911 Performance Center Competition .45 ACP: quick facts

What caliber is the Smith & Wesson 1911 Performance Center Competition .45 ACP?
It is chambered in .45 ACP.
How many rounds does it hold?
8+1 rounds; magazines included: 1.
How big and heavy is it?
Barrel length 5 inches, overall length 8.7 inches, weight 39.4 ounces.
What kind of action does it use?
Single Action.
Is it optic ready or threaded?
Optic ready: No; threaded barrel: No.
What sights and finish does it have?
Sights: Standard Sights; finish: Stainless.
Is it new or used?
New, in the original packaging.
Can I buy it in Iowa?
Yes. It ships to a licensed FFL dealer in Iowa; you pick it up there after the background check. Handguns ship to the Iowa dealer you pick at checkout, where you complete Form 4473 and the background check before pickup.
Is it in stock?
Yes, at $2019.39. Orders leave within 1-2 business days; shipping is free over $999.

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