The Springfield Armory 1911 Garrison pistol in .45 ACP with a commander-length 4.25-inch barrel (brand part no. PX9418) blends heirloom-quality 1911 craftsmanship with modern touches, giving shooters rugged durability paired with easier everyday carry. Springfield Armory forges the barrel from hammer-forged, match-grade stainless steel on a fully supported ramp, while the slide and frame are forged carbon steel finished in hot salt blue. Low-profile 3-dot combat sights, a skeletonized hammer, and an extended beavertail grip safety modernize the classic design, and thinline wood grips complete the package. Among commander-length semi-auto handguns, this 1911 Garrison configuration favors shooters who want classic 1911 heritage with everyday-carry practicality.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45 ACP, with a 7-round magazine included.
• The barrel measures 4.25 inches, hammer-forged match-grade stainless steel.
• The construction is forged carbon steel, finished in hot salt blue.
• The sights are low-profile 3-dot combat sights.
• The design includes a skeletonized hammer and extended beavertail grip safety.
• The grips are thinline wood.
• The unloaded weight is 33 ounces.
• The sights are 3-Dot Combat Low Profile.
• Ships with one 7-round magazine.
• Rifling twist rate is 1-in-16.
• The trigger system is 1911.
• The action is Semi-Auto.
• The slide is serrated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does commander length mean for this 1911? A shorter, 4.25-inch barrel that trades a small amount of sight radius for easier daily carry versus a full 5-inch government model.

What safety features does this 1911 include? An extended beavertail grip safety alongside the classic 1911 thumb safety.

Buy the Springfield Armory 1911 Garrison Pistol

Heirloom-quality craftsmanship with modern carry practicality is exactly what this 1911 Garrison delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.