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The Tisas 1911 Aviator takes the time-tested 1911 platform and builds it in a Commander configuration, meaning a 4.25-inch barrel and a shortened slide on a full-size frame. The big difference here is the aluminum frame paired with a forged carbon steel slide, which keeps the whole package light enough to carry all day while still feeling solid in the hand. Chambered in .45 ACP with a 7+1 capacity, it runs the trusted single-action design that 1911 fans already know and love.
The details are what make this one stand out from a plain GI gun. The frame wears a satin aluminum Cerakote finish, the slide is done in black Cerakote with the Army's Aviation badge engraved on the side, and the cold hammer-forged ramped barrel is built for durability. Inside you'll find Colt 70 Series components, a familiar setup that keeps maintenance and parts swaps straightforward down the road.
One of the smartest upgrades is the sights. The original 1911 was notorious for tiny, hard-to-see sights, so Tisas swapped in enhanced GI-style sights with a brass bead insert up front. That little touch makes picking up your target a lot quicker, especially in changing light, and it's the kind of feature you'd usually only see on a pricier custom build. The rubber overmolded grips round things out with a secure, comfortable hold.
This pistol fits a wide range of shooters. If you want a lightweight 1911 for carry, a fun and accurate range gun, or just a sharp-looking addition to the safe, the Aviator checks those boxes. It's also a great pick for someone wanting their first 1911 without going overboard on cost.
It ships in a premium lockable hard case and comes with two magazines, a cleaning kit, a bushing wrench, a trigger lock, and an instruction manual, so you've got pretty much everything you need to head straight to the range.
It's a Commander-sized 1911, which sits between a full-size Government model and a compact. It uses a full-size frame with a shortened slide and a 4.25-inch barrel. That setup gives you a familiar full grip while shaving down the length for easier carry.
The aluminum frame is what drops the weight compared to a traditional all-steel 1911, coming in right around 31 ounces. That makes a real difference if you plan to carry it for long stretches. You still get a forged carbon steel slide on top for durability where it counts.
Tisas upgraded the classic GI sights with a larger, easier-to-see setup that includes a brass bead insert in the front. This helps you pick up your target faster, especially in mixed lighting. It's a touch you'd typically see on a more expensive custom 1911.
The Aviator ships in a premium lockable hard case with two magazines, a cleaning kit, a bushing wrench, a trigger lock, and an instruction manual. That covers the basics to get you to the range without extra purchases up front.
Yes. The Aviator runs Colt 70 Series internal components, which is a widely supported design. That makes finding replacement parts and accessories down the road pretty simple.
| UPC | 711500176064 |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | 10100128 |
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