The GLFA 1911 pistol in .45 ACP with a black slide and black cherry-finished frame (brand part no. GL1911-45CSSCHY) is an American-made 1911 in a shorter 4.25-inch barrel length, finished with a distinctive red-toned Cerakote treatment on a stainless steel frame. Great Lakes builds the pistol with a 416 stainless steel slide carrying an RMSc optics cut, and an ambidextrous safety pairs with a beavertail grip safety and skeletonized hammer for smooth 1911 operation. A Picatinny frame rail, adjustable trigger, and fiber optic sights round out the feature set, with two 8-round magazines included. Among compact optic-ready 1911-pattern semi-auto handguns, this GLFA configuration favors shooters who want a shorter-barrel carry 1911 with bold color styling.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .45 ACP.
• Capacity of 8 rounds.
• The barrel measures 4.25 inches, under a 416 stainless steel slide.
• The slide includes an RMSc optics cut for a compatible micro red dot.
• The frame is finished in black cherry Cerakote with a Picatinny rail.
• The safety system includes an ambidextrous safety, beavertail, and skeletonized hammer.
• Two 8-round magazines ship with the pistol.
• The sights are FIBER OPTIC.
• The action is semi-automatic, cycling a fresh round into the chamber with every trigger pull.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this model differ from the 5-inch GLFA 1911? It uses a shorter 4.25-inch barrel for a more compact carry profile.

Is this pistol optic ready? Yes, the slide includes an RMSc optics cut for a compatible micro red dot.

Buy the GLFA 1911 Compact, Black Cherry

A compact, optic-ready 1911 with bold color styling is exactly what this black cherry GLFA delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.