Smith & Wesson SW1911 E-Series .45 ACP, 5-inch Government, Satin Stainless, 8+1 Capacity
This Smith & Wesson SW1911 E-Series (SKU 108482) is a full-size, stainless-steel 1911 built in the USA with a 5-inch barrel and a satin stainless finish. It stands out with the E-Series fish-scale cocking serrations, a serrated top rib, and an external extractor. Practical enhancements such as a checkered front strap, flat mainspring housing, and a beveled magazine well are paired with classic 3-dot dovetailed sights and wooden laminate E-Series grips. It comes with two 8-round magazines, the factory hard case, the model-specific manual, and a bushing wrench.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: The exterior shows markings from previous handling and use. Please refer to the photos for a detailed look at the surfaces and markings.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson factory hard case
- Smith & Wesson SW1911/SW1911 E-Series safety & instruction manual
- 1911 barrel bushing wrench
- Two 8-round single-stack .45 ACP steel magazines
The E-Series treatment defines this pistol’s slide: fish-scale cocking serrations at the front and rear, a serrated top rib to reduce glare, and a lowered/flared ejection port. An external extractor provides reliable case control, and the slide is finished in satin stainless to match the frame.
Its Government-length 5-inch barrel features a recessed crown and uses a traditional 1911 barrel bushing/plug recoil system. The frame is stainless steel with a checkered front strap, a flat mainspring housing, and a beveled magazine well to support consistent handling and efficient reloads.
Controls are classic 1911 single-action only with a beavertail grip safety featuring a raised palm bump and a thumb safety. The lightened, three-hole trigger and skeletonized commander-style hammer complete the E-Series control set. Sights are 3-dot dovetailed with a white-dot front and a white 2-dot rear.
Ergonomics and grip are anchored by wooden laminate E-Series panels. The pistol is marked “CAUTION - CAPABLE OF FIRING WITH MAGAZINE REMOVED.” Capacity is 8+1 in .45 ACP, and this example includes two 8-round steel magazines along with the factory case, manual, and bushing wrench.