The Colt Combat Elite Government pistol with an optic-ready slide (brand part no. O1072CEOR) is a full-size 1911 built for duty and carry, pairing a stainless barrel finish with a modern optic cut. Colt chambers the pistol in 9mm with a 9+1 capacity and a 5-inch barrel, and Novak night sights pair with the optic-ready, serrated slide for a red dot mount. An ambidextrous thumb and grip safety round out the controls. Among optic-ready full-size 1911-pattern semi-auto handguns, this Combat Elite Government configuration favors shooters who want a factory-cut red dot 1911.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is 9mm, with a 9+1 capacity.
• The barrel measures 5 inches, with a stainless finish.
• The slide is optic-ready and serrated.
• The sights are Novak night sights.
• The safety is ambidextrous thumb and grip safety.
• The action is Semi-Auto.
• This pistol follows the classic 1911 platform.
• Ships with 1 9-round magazine included.
• The barrel finish is Stainless.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the slide optic-ready? Yes, cut directly into the slide for a red dot optic.

What is the magazine capacity? 9+1 rounds of 9mm.

Buy the Colt Combat Elite Government Pistol

A factory-cut red dot 1911 is exactly what this Combat Elite Government delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.