The Citadel 1911-A1 in .380 ACP with a Cerakote grayscale finish is a compact 1911-style pistol from the maker’s Cerakote Flags group (brand part no. CIT380USG). It pairs a 3.75-inch steel barrel with an aluminum frame, which keeps the pistol at 23.52 ounces unloaded. The .380 ACP chambering delivers mild recoil, and the controls include an ambidextrous thumb safety and a skeletonized hammer and trigger. This is a good match for a shooter who wants a concealed carry pistol with the 1911 layout and a finish that stands out. It is part of the Citadel M1911 .380 series.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .380 ACP, a mild-recoil cartridge that suits a compact carry pistol.
• The finish is Cerakote grayscale, a durable coating that sets this model apart from the plain black version.
• The barrel is 3.75 inches and made of steel, which keeps the slide short.
• The magazine holds 7 rounds, and the pistol ships with two magazines.
• Overall length is 6.375 inches, a size that carries comfortably.
• Unloaded weight is 23.52 ounces, light thanks to the aluminum frame.
• The thumb safety is ambidextrous, giving left- and right-handed shooters the same control.

Frequently Asked Questions

What finish does this Citadel 1911-A1 use? It has a Cerakote grayscale finish, one of the Cerakote Flags finishes in Citadel’s M1911 .380 series.

How many magazines are included? The pistol ships with two magazines, each holding 7 rounds of .380 ACP.

Does it have a beveled magazine well? Yes. Citadel lists a beveled magazine well on the M1911 .380 series to speed reloads, along with a skeletonized hammer and trigger.

Buy the Citadel 1911-A1 Pistol, .380 ACP, Cerakote Grayscale, 3.75-Inch, 7-Round

A compact 1911-style .380 ACP in a distinctive Cerakote grayscale finish gives you a pistol that is easy to carry and easy to shoot. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse more semi-auto handguns while you are here.