Colt Government Model Combat Unit Series 80 .45 ACP 1911, 5 in National Match Barrel, Black DLC/PVD, Novak-Style Sights, G10 Grips
This Colt Government Model Combat Unit Series 80 is a full-size .45 ACP 1911 configured with a 5-inch National Match barrel, black DLC/PVD finish over stainless steel, and purpose-driven controls. It features 25 LPI checkering, Novak-style low-mount sights, and Series 80 internal safety. Factory markings include 'COMBAT UNIT' on the right slide and 'GOVERNMENT MODEL' and 'COLT' with the prancing pony on the left.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There is a scratch on the top of the slide and handling wear on the barrel.
What’s Included
- Colt factory blue plastic hard case
- Colt Series 80 Pistols Safety and Instruction Manual
- One 8-round single-stack steel 1911 magazine
Built on a stainless steel frame and slide finished in black DLC/PVD, this Combat Unit variant retains the classic non-railed Government-length profile and a standard barrel bushing. The action is single-action, short-recoil operated, with a Series 80 firing pin block for added internal safety.
Ergonomics and control features include 25 LPI checkering on both the front strap and mainspring housing, an undercut trigger guard, and an upswept beavertail grip safety with a raised memory pad. It uses a solid, medium-length trigger and a skeletonized rowel-style hammer, and the magazine-well mouth is beveled to aid reloads.
The pistol wears Novak-style low-mount fixed sights with a dovetailed front post featuring a single dot and a plain black rear secured by a top set screw. The slide adds both front and rear cocking serrations and a lowered and flared ejection port for reliable ejection and positive manipulation.
Its 5-inch National Match barrel is paired with a short GI-length recoil spring guide rod and a checkered recoil spring plug. This setup preserves traditional 1911 takedown while emphasizing fit and function.
Factory rollmarks are present: 'COMBAT UNIT' on the right side of the slide, and 'GOVERNMENT MODEL' and 'COLT' with the prancing pony on the left. The frame carries the Hartford, Conn., U.S.A. manufacturer address. Capacity is 8+1 with the included 8-round magazine. Made in the United States.