The Charles Daly 1911 Empire Grade pistol in .45 ACP (brand part no. 440.147) brings the classic single-stack 1911 platform to shooters who want a traditional government-pattern pistol backed by Charles Daly’s reputation for value-focused firearms. Charles Daly builds the pistol on the proven 1911 design, chambered in the time-tested .45 ACP cartridge favored by generations of shooters for reliable stopping power. Among classic-pattern semi-auto handguns, this 1911 Empire Grade configuration favors shooters who want traditional 1911 styling and function.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45 ACP, a proven defensive and range cartridge.
• The platform is the classic 1911, a single-action design trusted for over a century.
• The magazine is single-stack, standard for the traditional 1911 platform.
• The barrel measures 5 inches.
• The magazine capacity is 8+1 rounds.
• The frame and slide are steel with a chrome finish.
• The unloaded weight is approximately 2.57 pounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What platform is this pistol built on? The classic 1911 single-action design.

What caliber does this pistol chamber? .45 ACP.

Buy the Charles Daly 1911 Empire Grade Pistol

Traditional 1911 styling and function is exactly what this Empire Grade delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.