Springfield Armory 1911-A1 Mil-Spec .45 ACP Parkerized 5" Full-Size Pistol
This early Springfield Armory 1911-A1 Mil-Spec pairs a forged carbon-steel frame and slide produced by IMBEL in Brazil with classic G.I. features collectors look for. Finished in a durable matte parkerized coating, it retains the original government-length 5-inch barrel, vertical rear slide serrations, and double-diamond hardwood grips. An N-prefix serial and import markings from Geneseo, IL highlight its place in Springfield’s post-1985 production history, making it an appealing example for both shooters and historians.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Fouling: Mild Fouling – Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Light scratches and blemishes are visible on the parkerized finish. The bore shows mild fouling but strong, well-cut rifling remains.
What’s Included
- Springfield Armory 1911-A1 Mil-Spec .45 ACP pistol
- One 7-round flush-fit steel magazine with six witness holes
Built on the proven 1911 platform, this Mil-Spec model keeps the traditional single-action trigger, spur hammer, and dual safeties—thumb and grip—for intuitive operation.
The forged frame and slide deliver strength and longevity, while the parkerized finish offers corrosion resistance and a non-reflective appearance suited to hard use.
G.I.-style sights feature a small fixed front blade and a low-profile U-notch rear, complementing the vertical rear serrations that provide solid purchase during slide manipulation.
Chambered in .45 ACP, the pistol feeds from a 7-round magazine and weighs approximately 39 oz unloaded, balancing manageable recoil with the authoritative performance the cartridge is known for.
Collectors value this Brazilian-forged, early-generation Springfield for its faithfulness to original 1911-A1 ergonomics and for its role in the company’s modern 1911 lineage.