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Two hundred and fifty years of American naval service deserves more than a plaque. Auto-Ordnance and Texas-based customizer Altered Arsenal put that sentiment into steel with this 1911A1, a commemorative pistol that honors the U.S. Navy's history without compromising an ounce of function. The finish is a multi-tone combination of Arctic White and Savage Stainless Cerakote, with engraved areas carefully filled in Armor Black so the "NAVY" lettering on the left side of the slide and the gold-highlighted "250 YEARS" emblem on the right read with real visual punch. The top of the slide carries decorative patterns pulled from the Navy dress uniform, right down to the gig line detail. The hardwood grips are laser-engraved with a portrait of John Paul Jones, the Father of the American Navy, and the left slide carries a "250 Years of Service, 1775-2025" crest framed in laurel etching.
Under all that artwork is a legitimate Government-model 1911 built to GI specs. The carbon steel slide, sear, and disconnector are machined from solid bar stock and heat treated for long-term durability. The pistol includes a frame-mounted thumb safety, grip safety, and an 80-series firing pin block for an extra layer of drop safety. Sights are a classic blade front with a drift-adjustable rear, keeping things period-correct and functional. The 5" barrel and full-size Government frame give you that long sight radius and solid pointability the 1911 platform has always been known for.
This pistol ships with one 7-round magazine and retains the standard 1911 operational layout, so anyone already familiar with the platform will be at home immediately. It's chambered in .45 ACP, which keeps things historically appropriate and gives you a wide selection of ammunition to work with. Whether it ends up displayed in a case or taken out to the range on occasion, the Cerakote finish holds up and the underlying steel construction isn't going anywhere. For Navy veterans, history buffs, or anyone who collects American military heritage firearms, this is a standout piece done with real craftsmanship and attention to detail.
It's both. The pistol is built on Auto-Ordnance's standard GI-spec 1911A1 platform with a heat-treated carbon steel slide, sear, and disconnector, so it's fully functional and range-ready. The Cerakote finish is durable enough for regular handling. Most buyers will likely keep it as a collector piece, but there's no reason you can't run it on the range.
The left side of the slide is engraved with "NAVY" and a "250 Years of Service, 1775-2025" crest surrounded by laurel leaf etching. The right side features a gold-highlighted "250 YEARS" emblem. The top of the slide carries decorative patterns inspired by the Navy's dress uniform, and the genuine hardwood grips are laser-engraved with a portrait of John Paul Jones, widely regarded as the Father of the American Navy.
The artisan work was done by Altered Arsenal, a Texas-based customization shop that partnered with Auto-Ordnance on the entire 250th Armed Forces Anniversary series. They applied the multi-tone Cerakote finish, engraving fills, and coordinated the overall design theme across the Navy, Marines, and Army variants.
Yes. It ships with one standard 7-round .45 ACP single-stack magazine and is compatible with any standard Government-model 1911 magazine. Upgrading to an 8-round magazine from Wilson Combat, Chip McCormick, or similar brands is a common and straightforward option.
The finish is a combination of Arctic White and Savage Stainless Cerakote, with engraved areas filled in Armor Black. Cerakote is one of the most durable firearm coatings available, with excellent resistance to corrosion, wear, and UV exposure. It holds up well over time whether the pistol is displayed or handled regularly.
Yes. Auto-Ordnance released this 1911A1 as the sidearm counterpart to a matching Navy-themed Thompson carbine, also customized by Altered Arsenal. The two firearms share the same naval design language and are intended as a coordinated commemorative pair, though the 1911 pistol is sold separately as its own standalone item.
| UPC | 602686422994 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1911BKOC16 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Length | 5" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
| Capacity | 7 |
| Color | White |
| Length | 14.3500 |
| Number of Magazines | 1 |
| Package Height | 3.0 |
| Package Width | 8.0 |
| Product Type | Semi-Auto Pistol |
| Shipping Weight | 3.3 |
| Sights | Blade Front, Rear Drift Adj. |
| Sights Type | FIXED |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
| Slide Description | Serrated w/Engraving |
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