Colt Government Model M45A1 .45 ACP, 5-inch Stainless Barrel, Zinc Brown IonBond, Rail, Novak 3-Dot Sights, 8+1
This recent-production Colt Government Model M45A1 stands out with its Zinc Brown IonBond finish on a steel frame and slide, a 5-inch stainless barrel and bushing, and an integral MIL-STD-1913 rail with five usable slots. It carries dovetailed 3-dot sights with a Novak rear, ambidextrous controls, and distinct contract-style markings including a right-side UID/QR code block, a "U.S." marking, and an EGA-suffix serial range. Factory part number O1070M45; made in the USA during the 2024–2026 period.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape, with some scuffs, scratches, and blemishes present on exterior surfaces.
What's Included
- Colt factory hard case (blue) with model/serial label
- Colt safety and instruction manual
- 1x factory Colt-marked steel .45 ACP 8-round magazine
The M45A1 configuration delivers a full-size 1911 platform with single-action operation, a solid medium-length trigger, and a skeletonized rowel hammer. An ambidextrous thumb safety and grip safety provide familiar 1911 handling in a duty-ready layout.
Its IonBond Zinc Brown treatment covers the steel slide and frame for a consistent finish. The slide features a flat top, front and rear cocking serrations, and a lowered and flared ejection port. The stainless 5-inch barrel pairs with a stainless bushing for a classic Government-length setup.
Target acquisition is straightforward with dovetailed 3-dot sights and a Novak rear. The integral full-length MIL-STD-1913 accessory rail provides five usable slots for mounting compatible lights or accessories. Capacity is 8+1 in .45 ACP.
Details that set this example apart include the right-dustcover UID/QR code block with the lines "(17V)13629", "(1P)M1070CQBP", and "(S)20842EGA", along with a "U.S." marking and an EGA-suffix serial range. A lanyard-loop flat mainspring housing and textured light multi-tone G10-style grip panels round out the build. Colt manufacturer part number is O1070M45, produced in the USA in the 2024–2026 timeframe.