Description
The Colt 1911 Competition Series 70 is a purpose-built 1911-style pistol chambered for 9mm and fitted with a 5-inch National Match barrel. It pairs a stainless steel slide with a Blue Titanium Cerakote frame, G10 checkered grips and Novak-style fiber-optic front sight aimed at competitive performance. The pistol uses Colt’s Series 70 firing system and incorporates features such as a dual recoil spring system and a skeletonized trigger to support consistent, repeatable shot release. Weight and overall length are in line with full-size Government-model 1911 dimensions, making this pistol suitable for competition and precision-focused range work.
Key Specifications
- The pistol is chambered in 9mm Luger.
- It is fitted with a 5-inch National Match barrel for precision-oriented performance.
- The frame features a Blue Titanium Cerakote finish paired with a stainless slide.
- Grips are G10 checkered for enhanced purchase and control.
- Sight package includes Novak-style adjustable rear and a fiber-optic front for quick sight acquisition.
- The firing system is the legacy Series 70 for a clean, crisp trigger feel.
- The design incorporates a dual recoil spring system to moderate felt recoil and extend spring life.
- Controls include a skeletonized trigger and an upswept beavertail grip safety.
- Overall dimensions align with the Government-model 1911 at an approximate 8.5-inch overall length.
- Weight is approximately 36 ounces.
Purpose-built for competitive and precision-focused shooters, the Colt 1911 Competition Series 70 blends traditional 1911 ergonomics with match-oriented features. The combination of a National Match barrel, Novak-style sights, G10 grips and Series 70 trigger work together to deliver a controllable, sight-focused experience on the line. Its layered finishes and solid construction present a durable, high-quality platform that stands up to range use while offering the refinements serious shooters expect.
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