Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol

When the standard factory build is not enough, the Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol delivers a level of refinement and reliability that serious shooters demand. Built by Springfield Armory’s Custom Shop, this pistol is a purpose-driven tool for defensive use, competition, or duty carry. Every component is hand-fitted to exceed tight tolerances, resulting in a 1911 that cycles with glassy smoothness and delivers consistent accuracy at the range or in the field.

Overview

The Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Professional Light Custom Shop Pistol is a lightweight, full-size 1911 chambered in the proven .45 ACP cartridge. It features an aluminum alloy frame that reduces carry weight without sacrificing structural integrity. The Custom Shop hand-fits the barrel, bushing, slide, and frame for enhanced lockup and repeatable accuracy. This model is built on the classic Government profile but refined with modern custom touches: a lowered and flared ejection port, extended thumb safety, and a skeletonized trigger with a crisp, short break. The slide is finished in a durable black Armory Kote, while the frame wears a matte black hard-anodized coating for long-term corrosion resistance.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .45 ACP. The cartridge delivers proven stopping power and manageable recoil in a lightweight platform.
• Frame: Forged aluminum alloy, hard-anodized matte black. Reduces overall weight to approximately 35 ounces empty.
• Barrel: 5-inch stainless steel match-grade barrel with fully supported ramp and hand-fitted bushing for tighter accuracy.
• Sights: Low-profile Trijicon night sights with a white outline rear for fast target acquisition in low light.
• Trigger: Custom Shop skeletonized aluminum trigger with an adjustable trigger stop. Factory pull weight is set between 4.5–5.0 pounds with no creep.
• Safety: Extended ambidextrous thumb safety and beavertail grip safety with a memory bump for positive engagement.
• Magazines: Includes two 7-round stainless steel magazines with welded base pads and black polymer followers.

This springfield 1911-a1 45 acp professional light custom shop pistol ships with a custom hard case, lock, and a test target verifying accuracy at 25 yards. Each pistol is assembled and test-fired in Geneseo, Illinois.

Who It’s For

This pistol is designed for the discerning shooter who expects more than a production-line 1911. It is an ideal choice for concealed carry professionals, competitive shooters in Single Stack or Limited divisions, and collectors who appreciate hand-fitted craftsmanship. If you require a reliable, accurate .45 ACP that performs out of the box without sending it to a gunsmith, the springfield 1911-a1 45 acp professional light custom shop pistol is built to meet that standard. Law enforcement officers and security personnel will also find its lightweight frame and upgraded controls well-suited for daily carry.

• Experienced 1911 users who demand a hand-fitted action
• Competitive shooters needing a match-grade barrel and crisp trigger
• Carriers seeking a lightweight .45 with proven reliability

Shipping & FFL

This firearm ships via insured ground service to a licensed Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer in your state. After placing your order, you will receive a confirmation email. Please provide the shipping address and FFL license information for your chosen dealer during checkout. We cannot ship to P.O. boxes or international addresses. All applicable federal, state, and local laws apply. It is your responsibility to ensure the receiving FFL dealer will accept transfer of a handgun. Please contact your FFL before ordering to confirm compliance with local ordinances. A signature is required upon delivery.

• Handguns ship to FFL dealers only. No exceptions.
• FFL must send a signed copy of their license via email or fax.
• Allow 3–7 business days for processing and shipment after FFL verification.