The Chiappa 1911 Superior pistol in .45 ACP with a case hardened finish (brand part no. 440235) pairs classic 1911 lines with a modern optic-ready slide cut, giving shooters a traditional platform built for today’s red dot sights. Chiappa Firearms builds the pistol with an 8+1 capacity and a 5-inch barrel, and fiber optic sights sit on a serrated slide milled to accept RMR and RMSc optic footprints. Walnut grips and the case hardened finish give this 1911 a distinct, classic appearance. Among optic-ready semi-auto handguns, this 1911 Superior configuration favors shooters who want a red-dot-compatible 1911 with traditional styling.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .45 ACP.
• Capacity of 8+1 rounds.
• The barrel measures 5 inches.
• The finish is case hardened, giving the pistol a distinct, classic look.
• The grips are walnut, a traditional 1911 material.
• The slide is optic ready and serrated, accepting RMR and RMSc footprint red dots.
• The sights are fiber optic, supporting fast visual target acquisition.
• Shipping weight of approximately 4.4 pounds.
• The action is semi-automatic, cycling a fresh round into the chamber with every trigger pull.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this 1911 optic ready? Yes, the slide is milled to accept RMR and RMSc footprint red dot sights.

What grips does this pistol use? Walnut grips, matching the case hardened finish for a classic 1911 look.

Buy the Chiappa 1911 Superior Pistol, Case Hardened

A red-dot-ready 1911 with classic case hardened styling is exactly what this Superior pistol delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.