{"product_id":"colt-mfg-competition-government-45-acp-5-8-1-sao-pistol","title":"Colt Mfg Competition Government 45 ACP 5\" 8+1 SAO Pistol","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffff00;\"\u003eColt Competition Government\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Series 70-style \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffff00;\"\u003e.45 ACP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e competition pistol purpose-built for serious range work, built around a \u003cstrong\u003e5\" National Match stainless steel barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e and an \u003cstrong\u003e8+1\u003c\/strong\u003e capacity for classic 1911 performance. The pistol runs a traditional \u003cstrong\u003eSingle Action Only (SAO)\u003c\/strong\u003e action designed for accuracy and a clean, competition-oriented trigger pull.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eBoth the slide and frame are forged from \u003cstrong\u003ecarbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e with a traditional \u003cstrong\u003eblued\u003c\/strong\u003e finish. The slide is cut with \u003cstrong\u003eserrations\u003c\/strong\u003e for confident cycling, and an extended \u003cstrong\u003ebeavertail\u003c\/strong\u003e supports a high, secure grip. Custom \u003cstrong\u003eblue scalloped G10 grips\u003c\/strong\u003e with the Colt logo lock into the hand, while an \u003cstrong\u003eambidextrous thumb and grip safety\u003c\/strong\u003e make this Competition Government adaptable for both right- and left-handed shooters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eFor precision aiming, the pistol wears \u003cstrong\u003eNovak fiber optic front sights\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with an \u003cstrong\u003eadjustable rear sight\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving fast sight acquisition and easy windage and elevation tuning. A \u003cstrong\u003edual recoil spring system\u003c\/strong\u003e smooths felt recoil and extends service life, balancing the pistol naturally on the range at \u003cstrong\u003e36 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e unloaded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eRated for personal protection and sport use, the Colt Competition Government brings Series 70 heritage and proven \u003cstrong\u003e.45 ACP\u003c\/strong\u003e performance to dedicated sport and competition shooting alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffff00;\"\u003eDISCLAIMER:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Firearms and receivers are subject to state-specific shipping restrictions and must be transferred through a valid FFL dealer. Please visit \u003ca href=\"\/shipping-restrictions\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour shipping restrictions page\u003c\/a\u003e to review all applicable restrictions for your state. Subject to change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Colt Mfg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54991742402882,"sku":"35129","price":952.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/7921\/5682\/files\/hires_9a49bc5d-4097-4a9a-8ced-05e932597c0f.png?v=1784225128","url":"https:\/\/centerfiresystems.com\/products\/colt-mfg-competition-government-45-acp-5-8-1-sao-pistol","provider":"Centerfire Systems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}