These gun diagrams will help you better understand how your firearm is assembled with links to the gun parts for easy check out. Taurus usa has been manufacturing 1911s since 2005, and this year they released two new models based on colts legendary designs. Colt 1911 series assemblydisassembly instructions download. Dec 14, 2007 animation made in blender of a colt 1911. The pro carry belt ride is a high ride, belt slide, outside the waistband holster for concealed or open carry. Browse all new and used colt pistols 1911 series 80 for sale and buy with confidence from guns. The officer and commander are both chambered in 45acp and offer consumers all the features of a modern 1911 without the modern price tag. The colt appears new, unfired and only shows minor handling marks. Following its success in trials, the colt pistol was formally adopted by the army on march 29, 1911, when it was designated model of 1911, later changed to model 1911, in 1917, and then m1911, in the mid1920s. Model 1911 handgun manuals emilitary manuals, every manual you need to service and maintain your colt 1911 handgun.
The 1911 officer model is the smaller version of the full size government model. Springfield armory takes care of those upgrades for you with our loaded series of 1911 pistols. Save colt 1911 manual to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Although it was designed over 100 years ago, the colt government is still an object of worship among its fans and in spite of its age, is still a very usable weapon for home and personal. Shoulder holster for 1911 officers acp model and commander model. This manual was designed to fit in your shirt or jacket. Research indicates that this was made in the colt custom shop in 1984 and a total of were made. She fired all of the pistols on our lane and was able to hit the paper each time, but was not consistently grouping her shots with. Congratulations on purchasing an inokatsu colt 1911 military 100th.
For a very long time, colt was one of the very few manufacturers of the 1911 and so, there was not much competition. M1911 pistol series internet movie firearms even with the manual ive had affairs with others but i always come back to a good ole colt. Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the database. I recently picked up a colt officers model special, 4th issue. Colt s manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers. It was introduced in 1985 as a response from colt to numerous aftermarket companies making smaller versions of the m1911 pistol. Colt mk iv series 80 officers acp field strip youtube. Colt 1911 series 80 officers acp commencement issue commemorative pistol. Material collected from a variety of sources editor takes no responsibility for the veracity of content september 25, 1999. It is complete with 38 pages of diagrams and information on the cot model mk iv hand gun.
The first automatic, magazinefed pistol adopted by the u. Use of any other ammunition can cause injury to you or damage to the air pistol. Colt mk iv series 80 officer s acp field strip phil crockett. Subsequently, colt produced the same pistol with a steel frame and named this more traditional model a combat commander. Colt 45 1911 manual pdf download pdf free download. Taurus usa has been manufacturing 1911 s since 2005, and this year they released two new models based on colt s legendary designs. Laser sight for 1911 compact pistols lg404 official. The operation of both models of pistols is exactly the same. Complete beginners guide to 1911 disassembly and cleaning. The medium frame as used on the official police and officers models was the colt e frame. I am no longer a fan of ambidextrous 1911 side safeties.
When colt introduced the 1991 line a parkerized version of the 1911, with the series 80. Many gun enthusiasts will assert that the shorter barrel makes the officers model 3. Its small compact design keeps your gun high and close to the body. In addition to two other pistols with iron sights, i had a colt officer s model. For others, it is an object to own, appreciating the pistols fine craftsmanship, aesthetics or historical importance. Ever since, the term commander has been used to designate 1911s that have 4. Model of 1911 for descriptions of nomenclature, inspections and maintenance. Colt patent firearms manufacturing company incorporated hartford 15, connecticut, usa. The colt officer s acp or colt officer s model is a singleaction, semiautomatic, magazinefed, and recoiloperated handgun based on the john m. Once the 1911loving public discovered americas favorite autoloader could be improved with customization, there was no turning back. How much is my model 1911 colt 45 officers modelcolt 45. Model 1911 a1 pistols are classified firearms and dangerous.
Vz grips makes the finest custom 1911 grips and handgun grip accessories. The colt officers acp or colt officers model is a singleaction, semiautomatic, magazinefed, and recoiloperated handgun based on the john m. Select sku listing to see all stock numbers for this schematic. Perhaps the most familiar of all of colt s firearms, and arguably firearms in general, was the 1911 semiauto pistol. Colt 1911 officers mk iv series 80 recoil spring guide. Every hogue product from handgun grips to long gun stocks to specialty knives to gear and accessories is built in the spirit of fine craftsmanship, attention to detail and complete dedication to the legacy of founder guy hogue, carried into the next generation by his sons aaron and. Colt pistols 1911 series 80 for sale guns international. I always got an unacceptable amount of muzzle flip out of my 80 series colt officers model. Was at my local gun store and saw a new colt 1911 80 series government model. Yes phil, mine is a new roll mark government model 1911. The colt officers acp or colt officers model is a singleaction, semiautomatic, magazinefed.
Colt 1911 for government model 45 caliber pistol manual reprint. Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 business days or longer. There are a lot here, some 46 different pdf manuals, so it may take a second to load. You need a screw driver to turn the spring plug, i think its 90 degrees clockwise. Shoulder holster for 1911 officer s acp model and commander model. Army in excellent condition with original clip and holster. Postwar colt began assigning letter codes to frame sizes. Specifically molded to your gun giving it just the right amount of retention. This automatic pistols assemblydisassembly download makes it simple, thanks to author j. Find parts for a 1911 in this easytounderstand schematic. Many gun enthusiasts will assert that the shorter barrel makes the officer s model 3. Even with death grip on the pistol while in a weaver stance, i always got an unacceptable amount of muzzle flip out of my 80 series colt officers model. Jun 08, 2011 clean and maintain your colt 1911 series.
The colt 1911 pistol free shop manual, introduction as this book is published, the colt 1911, also frequently known as the government model, celebrates its. Anyone have a link to an online colt 1911 owners manual for download. Aug 24, 2012 how much is my model 1911 colt 45 officers modelcolt 45 automatic model of 1911 u. It is important when purchasing spare parts to know which model you have. Remove the magazine by pressing the magazine catch. Like the browning manuals from last week, i am sharing my collection of colt firearm manuals in the event you buy a gun and dont have a manual. Trick out or upgrade your firearm with the largest gun parts selection at. Colts manufacturing company firearms, handguns, pistols, rifles, revolvers.
How to get a free copy of the original m1911 manual, per wikipedia, the colt automatic pistol caliber 45, was adopted by the us army, navy, and. In 1975, rock island arsenal developed a compact 1911 it called the general officer s. The colt 1911 pistol free shop manual, introduction as this book is published, the colt 1911, also frequently known as the government model, celebrates its centennial after serving as the primary. Something i have not seen there in a couple of years. All parts in this category are specific to the 1911 pistol unless otherwise noted. The colt 1911 government allows maybe more upgrades than any other handgun ever commercially sold. The officers model special was colt s first upgrade postwar. The director of civilian marksmanship began manufacture of m1911 pistols for members of the national rifle association in august 1912. Serial number is in the 288xx range, and in late 2005 it was purchased new by a friend who graciously agreed to let me testdrive it and write it up for our 1911 section. The officers model special was made only from 1949 to 1952.
This is a brand new, stillinthefactorygrease colt model 01991. Later, the development of the swingout cylinder again saw colt as a leading supplier of government contracts. It is recommended that all parts be fit by a qualified gunsmith. This one was near the end of the 1949 production year. I like the officers model because it is a miniture 1911 and breaks down the same way. Maybe he will even give you some good ideas, a deal andor some extra care and attention to the work. Colt colteer 122 operating instructions and safety manual. Complete beginners guide to 1911 disassembly and cleaning 1911 pistols are rightly praised for their simple, reliable design, and their classic good looks.
Though the design is over a century old now, the best 1911 pistols still perform as well as many more modern handguns. Springs have reduced ends to center on colt officers factory guides and replace the originial dual factory springs in the officers model. Click on any part number highlighted in red to view specific details or to purchase online. Colt officers magazine in gun magazines for sale in. The colt officers acp is slightly smaller than the fullsize 1911, with the barrel length reduced from 5 inches to 3. I had a gunsmith install the ed brown high rise grip safety which moved my grip significantly up closer to the bore axis.
All of the parts are modeled to blueprint specifications it took about 100 hours to model all of the pieces and about 10 to get the animation done. Will fit colt officers model and 1911 compacts that use the shorter magazines. I think you should get ahold of someone at the colt custom shop and ask him this exact question. The government model is illustrated throughout this manual and those illustra tions also apply to. I think anything done through the colt custom shop would keep that nice colt officers model authentic. It is a duty for owners to know how to disassemble it. Youll find the care, expertise and passion that goes into every. When i was looking for a colt 1911 to replace ones that got lost in the divorce, i just could not get happy with that god awful 1991a1 on the side of the slide and i found what i wanted in the. Nov 24, 2015 in this installment i run the colt officers model 1911 in. All of the parts are modeled to blueprint specifications it took about 100 hours to model all of the pieces and about 10 to. The box says it is a model 01991, government model, 45acp, 5barrel, blue finish, model 0. It must be noted that the failure of any part that make up a firearm is a common occurrence in any brand and model. It came with the original box and factory target but no other papers. Woods expertise, stepbystep instructions and crisp photography.
Founded in 2011 as a refuge for those that truly appreciate john moses brownings finest creation. My edc 1911 officers model needed a tuneup and when looking for replacement springs for a kings out of business full length recoil spring guide dual springs with reverse plug, i discovered that. Aug 21, 2018 early commercial colt 1911 government model. After removing magazine, look to see that there is no cartridge left in the chamber. Army, the colt m1911 is a single action, semiautomatic, recoiloperated pistol chambered for the. If multiple models appear for your serial number simply match the date with the appropriate model, as certain vintage firearms can share serial numbers between different models. My target and competition gun is a government model springfield 1911a1. I dont like the kimbers and springfields because they use a complex spring system and are different from the colt. It was patented in april 20, 1897 and has a horse located on left side of barrel. Read the instructions, warnings and cautions in this manual carefully before using this firearm.
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