Description

Springfield Professional 1911-A1 .45 Auto FBI Contract Model

When duty demands absolute reliability, the Springfield Professional 1911-A1 .45 Auto FBI Contract Model stands as the benchmark. Originally built to meet the stringent requirements of the FBI Hostage Rescue Team and SWAT units, this pistol replicates the exact specification of the government contract. It is a hand-fitted, precision-crafted tool designed for professionals who stake their lives on their equipment. The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 .45 Auto FBI Contract Model is not a production-line pistol; it is a hand-assembled firearm built on a forged frame and slide with a match-grade barrel, delivering the accuracy and dependability expected from a premier law enforcement sidearm.

Overview

The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 .45 Auto FBI Contract Model represents the culmination of decades of 1911 platform refinement. This model features a carbon steel frame and slide with a blued finish, a 5-inch barrel, and a fully adjustable rear sight. Every component is inspected and fitted by a single gunsmith to ensure a tight lockup and consistent trigger pull. The pistol ships with seven-round magazines and a padded carrying case. As a direct descendant of the FBI contract guns, this model retains the same sear, hammer, and extractor geometry as the original issue, making it a true reference-grade firearm for serious shooters.

Features & Specs

• Hand-fitted frame-to-slide fit with a match-grade barrel bushing for sub-2-inch groups at 25 yards
• Springfield Armory forged carbon steel frame and slide, blued finish with serrated front strap and flat mainspring housing
• Extended ambidextrous thumb safety, skeletonized commander-style hammer, and a crisp 4.5- to 5-pound trigger pull

Additional specifications include a 5-inch stainless steel match barrel, a full-length guide rod, and a beavertail grip safety with a memory bump. The slide features a low-profile Novak-style tritium front sight and an adjustable rear sight. The magazine well is beveled for efficient reloads, and the pistol accepts standard 1911-pattern magazines. Weight is approximately 38 ounces unloaded, with an overall length of 8.6 inches.

Who It’s For

This Springfield Professional 1911-A1 .45 Auto FBI Contract Model is built for the discriminating shooter who requires a duty-grade firearm with proven law enforcement lineage. It is appropriate for armed professionals, competitive shooters in single-stack divisions, and collectors seeking a faithful reproduction of a modern classic. The hand-fitting and quality control make it suitable for those who demand a pistol that will hold zero under hard use and deliver consistent performance without compromise. If your role or hobby demands the highest level of mechanical precision from a .45 ACP platform, this model is engineered to meet that standard.

• Law enforcement and military personnel requiring a backup or off-duty pistol with FBI-spec components
• Competitive shooters in USPSA Single Stack or IDPA CDP divisions seeking a tuned, match-ready 1911
• Collectors and enthusiasts who value factory-built contract-spec firearms with documented heritage

Shipping & FFL

This firearm ships to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer of your choice. After placing your order, you will receive an order confirmation with instructions to provide your chosen FFL’s contact information. We will verify the license and ship the firearm via a common carrier with adult signature required. All federal, state, and local laws regarding firearm ownership and transfer apply. It is your responsibility to ensure that the Springfield Professional 1911-A1 .45 Auto FBI Contract Model is legal to possess and receive in your jurisdiction. Do not select this item for shipment unless you have a valid FFL dealer willing to process the transfer. No returns or exchanges are accepted on NFA or Title I firearms after transfer has been initiated.

• Must ship to a licensed FFL dealer; no direct-to-consumer shipments
• Please confirm your dealer’s license is current before placing your order
• Shipping cost is calculated at checkout; expedited options available upon request