Colt's 1911 Government Classic Limited Edition is the closest thing on the market today to a pre-Series 70 Government Model — the pattern that won two world wars, served US forces for nearly eight decades, and defined what a fighting handgun is supposed to feel like. Chambered in .45 ACP, this Limited Edition brings back the traditional Series 70 firing system (no Series 80 firing pin block), period-correct short trigger, flat mainspring housing, and genuine Colt National Match-style hammer and sear for a clean, predictable single-action trigger break.
Details matter on this one: original-style rollmark, correct Colt medallion grip panels in double-diamond checkered walnut, blued carbon steel slide and frame with the correct polish profile, and the traditional GI-pattern sights that 1911 purists demand. Hand-fit at Colt's West Hartford plant in limited numbers each year. A collector's piece that is equally at home in a holster, on a 1911 clone build, or in a display case next to an issued USGI Government Model. Order yours today — Colt's Limited Edition runs are exactly that, and when this year's allocation is gone it is gone.
THIS IS A SERIALIZED FIREARM. It must ship to a Federal Firearms License holder. No civilian exceptions.
Buying and shipping through Charlie’s is easy, but there is some information you need to know. Only a federally licensed firearms dealer may receive a firearm or federally regulated serialized item (like a receiver or suppressor). We cannot ship these items directly to you. Please follow these steps to process your transaction:
1) Check your state laws to make sure the federally regulated item you want to purchase is legal in your state. Your FFL dealer should be able to give you all of the necessary information regarding your state specific laws. But, if we ship to your FFL, and there is a legal issue, we cannot accept a return. So please make sure that you know and follow your local and state laws.
2) A quick google search will show you what Federal Firearms Licensed (FFL) dealers are in your area. When you are ready to purchase, contact the FFL dealer you would like to use and get their shipping address. During the check-out, put YOUR address in the “billing” section and the FFL DEALER’S address in the “shipping” section. If you don’t know your FFLs address, that’s okay. You can send the information later.
3) After check out, make sure to contact your FFL dealer to ensure they will receive your shipment for you (most do this for a small fee, but you should always double check).
4) Have your dealer send us a copy of their FFL to FFL@CharliesCustomClones.com. Charlie’s does not reach to your FFL (MAKE THEM EARN THEIR FEE!!!)
5) Be patient! In order to ensure we remain compliant with all federal laws, our compliance department is kept separate from our sales and operations team. Please allow a few days for our compliance officer to verify all of your dealer’s documents and ensure all federal laws are being observed. You should hear from our compliance department within 3-4 business days. If not, feel free to reach out for a status update.
That’s it! We try to make this process as simple as possible for our customers, but if you are unfamiliar the process or have any other questions, please visit our How to Buy a Firearm page for more details.
California and New York residents please, click here. The process may be different due to state specific laws.
NOTE: The free shipping option does not apply to full rifles, unless purchased with a riflescope. If you choose free shipping at check-out, we will bill you for shipping later.
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