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There is something about a steel-frame 1911 in .45 ACP that never goes out of style, and Taurus leaned into that here while giving it a look you will not see on every bench at the range. The slide wears a Mil-Spec green Cerakote finish over a matte black frame, and the brown VZ Operator II grips tie the whole package together. Cerakote is not just for looks either. It shrugs off scratches, sweat, and holster wear far better than traditional bluing, so this one will keep its character through plenty of range trips.
Taurus starts with hammer-forged ordnance-grade steel for the frame, slide, and barrel, then has its pistolsmiths hand-fit and tune each gun before the slide, barrel, and frame get stamped with matching serial numbers. That is the kind of attention you would expect on pistols costing quite a bit more. The 5 inch barrel gives the .45 ACP round a full-length sight radius and enough velocity to run it accurately out to practical handgun distances, while the all-steel construction, right around 41 ounces, soaks up recoil and keeps follow-up shots on track.
Plenty of budget-friendly 1911s cut corners on the touch points, and this one does not. VZ Operator II grips are a genuine aftermarket upgrade that many owners add on their own dime, and they come standard here with CNC-machined texture that locks into your palm without chewing it up. Up top, Novak drift-adjustable front and rear sights give you a clean, snag-free sight picture you can fine-tune for your preferred load. Add the extended beavertail, skeletonized hammer, and thumb safety, and you have got the controls that made the 1911 famous.
With 8+1 capacity from the included 8-round magazine, this single-action .45 is ready for range sessions, home defense duty, or a well-earned spot in a 1911 collection. It is a classic recipe with just enough modern seasoning to stand out.
Yes, it comes with Novak-style drift-adjustable front and rear sights. You can tap them for windage to dial in your zero for a specific load. They sit low on the slide with a snag-free profile, which is a nice step up from the tiny GI-style sights found on many mil-spec pattern 1911s.
This model ships with brown VZ Operator II grips, a genuine VZ product that folks often buy separately as an upgrade. They are CNC-machined with texture that gives solid purchase without being overly aggressive. Since this is a standard full-size 1911 frame, it accepts most aftermarket 1911 grip panels if you ever want a different look.
Yes, it runs on standard single-stack .45 ACP 1911 magazines, so quality options from brands like Wilson Combat, Chip McCormick, and Mec-Gar are widely available. It ships with one 8-round magazine, and picking up a few spares for range days is a smart move.
It works well for both. The 5 inch barrel, full sight radius, and 41-ounce steel frame make it soft-shooting and accurate at the range, while the proven single-action trigger and .45 ACP chambering have been trusted for defense for over a century. The Cerakote slide finish also holds up well to regular handling and holster use.
| UPC | 725327931836 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1-191101MG-VZ |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Length | 5" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
| Capacity | 8 + 1 |
| Length | 8.5 |
| Number of Magazines | 1 8 rd. |
| Package Height | 10.25 |
| Package Width | 3.25 |
| Product Type | Semi-Auto Pistol |
| Safety | Thumb |
| Shipping Weight | 4.35 |
| Sights | Novak Front & Rear |
| Sights Type | Adjustable Sights |
| Slide Description | Serrated |
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