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There are plenty of 1911s out there, but the Colt Combat Elite Government in .45 ACP sits in a category that not many factory guns can claim. It ships with features that most builders spend good money adding later: a 5-inch National Match barrel with a 1:16 left-hand twist and 6-groove rifling, a dual-spring recoil system that softens felt recoil and extends spring life, and genuine Novak tritium night sights front and rear. The two-tone TT Elite finish is full stainless underneath, with a black PVD coating sanded from the slide flats to reveal polished stainless beneath. It looks sharp and it holds up. All steel construction means 36 oz. of solid, confidence-inspiring weight in hand.
The safety package here is thorough. You get an ambidextrous extended thumb safety, an upswept beavertail grip safety, and the Series 80 firing pin safety for an extra layer of drop protection. The solid aluminum trigger breaks at 4.5 to 6 lbs depending on the individual gun, which is respectable for a factory piece, and the 25 LPI checkering on the frontstrap gives you real purchase under recoil. The G10 half-checkered grips with scallop cutouts are aggressive without being punishing, and the skeletonized hammer rounds out a package that looks factory-custom.
Out of the box, this pistol tends to run cleanly once it's been properly cleaned and lubed. Range experience with this model consistently points to tight slide-to-frame fit with minimal play, and the National Match barrel delivers the kind of accuracy you expect from a competition-grade tube. The dual recoil springs make a noticeable difference in how the gun cycles, and follow-up shots feel controlled. Like most 1911s, it benefits from a break-in period with ball ammo before running hollowpoints, and the Novak sights, while excellent, have a distinct sight picture that takes a few sessions to get used to.
The O1070CE Combat Elite Government is a Series 80 pistol. That means it includes Colt's firing pin safety system, which adds a mechanical block that prevents the firing pin from moving unless the trigger is fully depressed. Some older UPC cross-references have caused confusion online, but the Series 80 designation is confirmed by the full safety spec: ambidextrous thumb safety, upswept beavertail grip safety, and the Series 80 firing pin block.
The Combat Elite Government ships with a National Match barrel, which is hand-fitted to tighter tolerances than a standard production barrel. It uses a 1:16" left-hand twist with 6-groove rifling and a polished stainless finish. The tighter lockup contributes to improved shot-to-shot consistency, which is exactly why this spec is common on competition-grade 1911 builds.
The dual-spring setup distributes recoil forces across two springs rather than one, which noticeably softens the felt recoil impulse and helps the pistol return to battery more consistently. It also extends the service life of the recoil spring assembly compared to a traditional single-spring system. Most people who shoot this pistol back-to-back against a standard 1911 can feel the difference, especially during longer range sessions.
Yes, both the front and rear sights are Novak tritium night sights. The front is a Novak night sight and the rear is a Novak Low Mount Carry night sight, giving you a 3-dot tritium setup that works in low-light conditions without any batteries or activation. The Novak Lo-Mount rear profile also snags less on cover garments during a draw compared to a traditional high rear sight.
For the most part, yes, but like most 1911s it benefits from a proper break-in period. Some early feeding issues with certain hollow point profiles have been reported, which is commonly attributed to the ion bond coating on the feed ramp wearing in. Running 100 to 200 rounds of ball ammo first is the standard recommendation before transitioning to your carry or defense load. After break-in, the vast majority of users report no issues with quality hollow point ammunition.
The Combat Elite Government is built on a full-size Government frame with a 5-inch barrel, so any holster designed for a standard full-size 1911 Government model will fit it. Popular options include OWB Kydex or leather rigs from makers like Safariland, Galco, and Comp-Tac. Always confirm the holster maker lists compatibility with Government-frame 1911s at 5 inches, and check for fitment with the ambidextrous thumb safety if your holster has a retention hood.
| UPC | 098289111890 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | O1070CE |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Finish | STAINLESS |
| Barrel Length | 5'' |
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
| Capacity | 8+1 |
| Color | BI-TONE |
| Length | 8.5'' |
| Magazine Included | 1 x 8-Round |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 |
| Package Height | 2.6 |
| Package Width | 8.8 |
| Product Type | 1911 |
| Safety | Ambidextrous /Grip/Firing Pin/Thumb |
| Shipping Weight | 4.6 |
| Sights | Fixed |
| Sights Type | Night Sights |
| Slide Description | Serrated |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
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