$1,069.99
5 in stock
Online inventory may differ from in-store availability.
NOTICE: This item is subject to shipping times of 10-12 days due to brand shipping logistics.
Orders are processed quickly so your item gets moving as soon as possible.
Trusted checkout with industry-standard protection.
Keeping Traditions Alive Since 1953
Secure Transactions provided with 
Colt introduced the original Gold Cup back in the late 1950s so competitors could take a pistol straight from the dealer's case to the firing line, and that same idea drives the Gold Cup Lite. This is the most approachable way into the Gold Cup family, built on a brushed stainless steel frame and slide with a 5 inch National Match barrel chambered in 9mm. Softer recoil and cheaper range ammo mean you can shoot longer sessions and more matches without wearing yourself or your wallet down.
The sight setup is where this pistol earns its keep. A Bomar-style fully adjustable rear sight pairs with a Novak red fiber optic front, so you can dial in your zero for a specific load and pick up that bright dot fast on target. Behind the trigger guard sits the Series 70 wide three-hole aluminum target trigger, which breaks in the 4 to 6 pound range with the kind of clean, consistent pull that made the Gold Cup a fixture at bullseye matches. The National Match barrel is properly fitted to the slide and frame, and that hand fitting is what separates a true target 1911 from a rack-grade gun.
The blue checkered G10 grips with scalloped relief cuts are more than a good-looking signature touch. G10 laminate shrugs off sweat, solvents, and rough handling while the checkering keeps the gun planted through long strings of fire. An upswept beavertail grip safety and thumb safety round out the controls, and the serrated stainless slide gives you solid purchase for press checks and quick reloads. It ships with one 9-round magazine for a 9+1 capacity, and at 38 ounces the all-steel build soaks up what little recoil 9mm produces.
Whether you're getting into bullseye competition, chasing tighter groups on paper, or just want a Colt 1911 that rewards good fundamentals, the Gold Cup Lite delivers genuine match features at the friendliest point of entry in the lineup.
The Lite is Colt's entry point into the Gold Cup line, sharing the same stainless steel frame and slide as the Trophy along with a fitted National Match barrel. You still get the Series 70 wide target trigger, adjustable Bomar-style rear sight, and Novak fiber optic front. It trims a few of the Trophy's extras to keep the cost down, but the core accuracy features carry over.
Yes, that's the whole point of the Gold Cup line, which dates back to the late 1950s as a pistol competitors could take straight from the showcase to the firing line. The adjustable rear sight lets you zero for your match load, and the 4 to 6 pound target trigger breaks clean. It's well suited to bullseye shooting, steel, and general target work in 9mm.
It uses Colt's Series 70 wide three-hole aluminum target trigger with a factory pull weight in the 4 to 6 pound range. Since it's a Series 70 design, there's no firing pin block in the trigger path, which keeps the break crisp and consistent. It's one of the standout features that makes this pistol feel like a proper target 1911.
The Novak red fiber optic rod gathers ambient light, so it glows brightest outdoors or under decent indoor range lighting. On most lit indoor ranges it still shows up noticeably better than a plain black post. Paired with the black serrated adjustable rear, it gives a clean, fast sight picture for precise work.
| UPC | 098289111975 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | O5072GCL |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Finish | STAINLESS |
| Barrel Length | 5'' |
| Caliber/Gauge | 9mm |
| Capacity | 9+1 |
| Color | Stainless |
| Length | 15.2000 |
| Magazine Included | 1 x 9-Round |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 |
| Package Height | 2.75 |
| Package Width | 8.0 |
| Product Type | 1911 |
| Safety | Ambidextrous Grip/Thumb |
| Shipping Weight | 4.6 |
| Sights | Fiber Optic |
| Sights Type | Night Sights |
| Slide Description | Serrated |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
You must be logged in to post a review.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.