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The Combat Commander has been part of Colt's lineup for decades, and this .38 Super version is one of the best reasons to give the caliber a serious look. You get a forged carbon steel frame and slide wearing a deep blued finish, a 4.25 inch stainless steel barrel, and a set of checkered black cherry G10 grips that look sharp and lock into your hand even when things get sweaty. At 33 ounces with a 7.75 inch overall length, it carries that classic Commander balance, shorter and quicker to handle than a Government Model without giving up the sight radius and steadiness that make a 1911 so easy to run well.
The .38 Super has a loyal following for good reason. It pushes a lighter bullet faster than .45 ACP with noticeably softer recoil, and the 9+1 capacity gives you an extra round over the traditional .45 setup. Pair that with Colt's dual recoil spring system, which cuts felt recoil and extends spring life, and you have a 1911 that stays flat through fast strings. Follow-up shots come quick, and long range sessions stay comfortable.
Colt fitted this one with the upgrades most people end up paying a gunsmith for. The upswept beavertail grip safety and undercut trigger guard let you choke up high on the frame for better control. An extended thumb safety sweeps off naturally, the skeletonized trigger breaks clean, and the serrated slide gives you solid purchase for press checks and racking. Up top, a Novak rear sight pairs with a brass bead front for a fast, uncluttered sight picture that works in a range bag or a holster.
Between the blued steel, the black cherry grips, and the prancing pony on the slide, this is the kind of pistol that draws a crowd at the range and still earns its keep as a carry or home defense gun. It ships with one 9-round magazine, and spares are easy to come by. If you have been waiting for the right excuse to own a .38 Super, this is it.
The .38 Super drives a lighter bullet at higher velocity, so it shoots flatter with noticeably less recoil than .45 ACP out of the same platform. You also pick up an extra round, with 9+1 capacity instead of the 8+1 typical of .45 Commanders. It is a favorite among competition and fast-shooting fans for exactly those reasons.
The 4.25 inch Commander length was designed with carry in mind, giving you a shorter, more maneuverable package than a full-size Government Model while keeping a usable sight radius. At 33 ounces of all-steel construction it is not featherweight, but that heft helps soak up recoil. With a quality holster and belt, plenty of people carry Commander-size 1911s every day.
It wears a brass bead front sight paired with a Novak rear. The brass bead catches light and draws your eye quickly, while the low-profile Novak rear gives a clean, snag-free sight picture. It is a classic combination that works well for both range work and defensive use.
Yes, Colt builds this Combat Commander with its dual recoil spring system. It reduces felt recoil compared to a traditional single spring setup and extends the service life of the recoil spring. Combined with the already mild .38 Super chambering, it makes for a soft-shooting 1911.
| UPC | 098289113276 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | O4943XE |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Finish | STAINLESS |
| Barrel Length | 4.25'' |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Super Auto |
| Capacity | 9+1 |
| Color | BLUED |
| Length | 7.75'' |
| Magazine Included | 1 x 9-Round |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 |
| Package Height | 2.8 |
| Package Width | 8.6 |
| Product Type | 1911 |
| Safety | Beavertail |
| Shipping Weight | 4.5 |
| Sights | FS: Brass Bead/RS: Novak |
| Sights Type | ADJUSTABLE |
| Slide Description | Serrated |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
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