The Iver Johnson 1911A1 pistol in .38 Super Auto with a matte blued finish (brand part no. 1911A1938) is a Government-size 1911 built to classic GI specifications for shooters who want traditional styling in a higher-velocity chambering. Iver Johnson builds the frame from 1045 steel and the slide from 4140 steel, both finished in matte blue, and GI-style external parts include a fixed rear dovetail sight and a fixed post front sight. Rear vertical serrations and a slightly beveled magwell speed magazine changes, and double-diamond checkered walnut grips give a traditional look and feel. A 9-round Mec-Gar magazine ships with the pistol. Among full-size 1911-pattern semi-auto handguns, this 1911A1 configuration favors shooters who want a classic GI 1911 in a flatter-shooting caliber.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .38 Super Auto.
• The capacity is 9+1 rounds.
• The barrel measures 5 inches, black steel.
• The frame is 1045 steel.
• The slide is 4140 steel, both matte blued.
• The grips are double-diamond checkered walnut.
• The sights are GI-style, fixed post front and fixed dovetail rear.
• The safety system is a grip/thumb safety combination.
• Ships with 1 included.
• The slide is serrated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What magazine ships with this pistol? A 9-round Mec-Gar magazine.

What grip material does this pistol use? Double-diamond checkered walnut, a classic 1911 look.

Buy the Iver Johnson 1911A1 Pistol, .38 Super

Classic GI 1911 styling in a flatter-shooting .38 Super chambering is exactly what this 1911A1 delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.