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The .38 Super has a long, proud history in the competition world, and this Colt 1911 Competition is built to honor that tradition. Chambered in .38 Super Auto with a 5-inch National Match barrel, the Government Model Competition is a full-size single-action 1911 running Colt's Series 70 firing system. That means no firing pin block in the trigger path, which is something the 1911 crowd has strong opinions about. The result is a cleaner, crisper trigger that competition-focused shooters tend to strongly prefer over the Series 80 setup.
Colt loaded this pistol with the right hardware from the factory. The Novak adjustable fiber optic sights give you a bright, easy-to-acquire sight picture with a red fiber optic rod up front and a fully adjustable Novak rear. Spare fiber optic rods in multiple colors are included so you can swap to whatever works best for your eyes. The dual recoil spring system helps manage felt recoil and extends spring service life, which matters when you're putting rounds downrange regularly. The checkered G10 grips are grippy without being brutal on your hand, and the upswept beavertail grip safety and undercut trigger guard let you ride the pistol high in the hand for better control.
The .38 Super cartridge itself is worth appreciating here. It delivers flat, fast shooting in the single-stack 1911 format and carries a round more than a comparable .45 ACP magazine. It has a genuine heritage in IPSC and USPSA competition, and the single-stack 1911 platform is right at home in IDPA Enhanced Service Pistol and USPSA Single Stack divisions. If you reload, the Super is a joy to load for and has a wide bullet weight range to work with.
The blued finish looks sharp and the G10 grip panels in blue and black give it a purposeful, no-nonsense appearance. The skeletonized aluminum trigger has an overtravel adjustment screw already set at the factory. At 36 ounces unloaded, the all-steel frame soaks up recoil well and gives the pistol a solid, planted feel on the range. This is a pistol that competes from the box without requiring a trip to a custom shop first.
The Series 70 system omits the passive firing pin block that was introduced with the Series 80. Without that block in the trigger linkage, the trigger pull tends to feel cleaner and more direct. It's a design that 1911 enthusiasts have favored for decades, and Colt brought it back to the Competition line specifically because of that demand.
Yes, the .38 Super in a single-stack 1911 format fits well in IDPA Enhanced Service Pistol (ESP) and USPSA Single Stack divisions. In USPSA Open Division, .38 Super can score Major power factor, making it a historically popular choice among top competitors. Always verify current rulebook requirements for the specific division you plan to enter.
The .38 Super is more of a specialty round than 9mm or .45 ACP, so you won't find it on every shelf at every big-box store. That said, it's available from most online ammo retailers and well-stocked gun shops, and it's an excellent cartridge for reloaders. If you're planning to shoot this pistol regularly, stocking up online or reloading your brass is the practical approach.
Very much so. The National Match barrel, factory-set trigger, and Novak fiber optic sights are all competition-grade components that don't require aftermarket upgrades to perform. Multiple reviews and range reports confirm this pistol shoots accurately right out of the box, which is a genuine achievement at this price point for a production 1911.
Yes. The 1911 Competition ships with a 9-round magazine, but it's compatible with standard .38 Super 1911 magazines from reputable makers like Wilson Combat and Chip McCormick in higher capacities. The beveled magazine well aids faster reloads and makes seating aftermarket mags smooth and reliable.
The dual recoil spring setup uses two nested springs instead of a single spring to manage the recoil impulse. It reduces the felt snap of each shot and also puts less stress on individual spring components, which means the springs last longer before needing replacement. For anyone shooting this pistol at volume in competition or training, that extended spring life is a practical benefit.
| UPC | 098289113252 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | O1073CCP |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Length | 5'' |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Super Auto |
| Capacity | 9+1 |
| Color | BLUED |
| Length | 8.5'' |
| Magazine Included | 1 x 9-Round |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 |
| Product Type | Semi-Auto Pistol |
| Safety | Beavertail |
| Shipping Weight | 4.6 |
| Sights | Novak Adjustable Fiber Optic |
| Sights Type | ADJUSTABLE |
| Slide Description | Serrated |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
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