Taurus PT 1911 .38 Super, Full-Size, Matte Stainless, 5-inch Barrel, Fixed 3-Dot Sights, 8+1
This Taurus PT 1911 stands out as a full-size, .38 Super 1911 with a matte stainless slide and frame, offering a durable finish and classic Government-length 5-inch barrel. It includes ambidextrous controls and practical 1911 enhancements, all backed by clear Brazilian and U.S. import markings. The configuration, features, and chambering make this a noteworthy example for shooters who prefer the .38 Super in a stainless 1911 platform.
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: There are visible markings and small areas of light surface rust from prior handling and use.
What’s Included
- 1x 8-round single-stack steel magazine
The PT 1911 is built on a stainless steel frame and slide with a matte stainless finish, paired with a Government-length 5-inch barrel. Chambered in .38 Super, it uses a single-stack 1911 magazine configuration for an 8+1 capacity, providing a classic 1911 feel in a less common caliber for this platform.
Controls and safeties are well-appointed: an ambidextrous manual thumb safety and a beavertail grip safety with a memory pad support confident handling. A skeletonized three-hole trigger and a skeletonized Commander-style hammer round out the performance-focused fire-control setup.
The slide features front and rear cocking serrations for easy manipulation, along with a lowered and flared ejection port. Sights are fixed, low-mount 3-dot units set in dovetails, with the rear sight retained by a set screw for secure drift adjustment.
Grip surfaces include black checkered synthetic panels with Taurus medallions, a flat, checkered mainspring housing, and a smooth front strap. This combination balances traction and comfort without adding bulk.
Markings include "FORJAS TAURUS S.A. – MADE IN BRAZIL" and "TAURUS INT. MFG. INC. MIAMI, FL." The serial number appears on both the barrel hood and the frame, consistent with the model’s documented configuration.