The Colt 1911 Gold Cup National Match .45 ACP in a blued finish (Colt part no. O5870A1) carries a name that goes back to the late 1950s, when the first Gold Cup gave competitors a gun to take from the showcase to the firing line. Colt has used Gold Cup pistols at club matches and at the National Matches at Camp Perry. It features an adjustable wide trigger, a National Match barrel and adjustable target sights as standard. Checkered walnut grips with gold medallions give it a classic look. It suits a shooter who wants a traditional target 1911 for the range or the line.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45 ACP, the classic 1911 target cartridge.
• The barrel length is 5 inches, the full-size length that gives a long sight radius.
• The capacity is 8+1, a full-size single-stack count.
• The action is single action, with a trigger designed for target work.
• The finish is blued, a traditional look for a target pistol.
• The barrel is a National Match barrel, chosen for accuracy.
• The trigger is an adjustable wide target trigger, which lets the shooter tune the feel.
• The sights are a fully adjustable Bomar-style rear with a target post front, designed for precise aiming.
• The grips are checkered walnut with gold medallions, a classic, warm look.
• The slide has a flat top and the frame a lowered and flared ejection port, refinements that suit a target gun.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sights does the Gold Cup National Match use? A fully adjustable Bomar-style rear sight and a target post front sight.

Is the trigger adjustable? Yes. Colt lists an adjustable wide trigger as a standard feature.

What is the capacity? Colt lists 8+1 rounds for the .45 ACP model.

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