Description

Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model

The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model represents a direct lineage to the sidearm carried by FBI Hostage Rescue Team and SWAT operators. This is not a commercial approximation; it is the exact pistol built to the FBI’s original 1990s procurement specifications, assembled in the Springfield Armory Custom Shop. Every component is selected for duty-grade reliability and match-grade accuracy out of the box.

Overview

The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model is a hand-fitted, forged-steel 1911 built to the FBI’s demanding technical data package. It features a 5-inch match-grade barrel, carbon steel frame and slide, and a proprietary recoil system tuned for duty loads. The pistol is dehorned for snag-free carry and finished in a non-reflective black Parkeized coating. This is the same pistol that passed the FBI’s rigorous 20,000-round endurance test, and it remains a benchmark for defensive 1911 performance. The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model is built in limited quantities by the Springfield Custom Shop, and demand consistently outpaces supply.

Features & Specs

The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model ships with the following factory specifications:

• Caliber: .45 ACP; barrel length: 5 inches, match-grade stainless steel bushing barrel with integral feed ramp
• Frame and slide: forged carbon steel, dehorned, black Parkeized finish; serrated front strap and flat mainspring housing
• Sights: Trijicon tritium night sights, front blade and rear tactical notch with tactical rack serrations
• Controls: extended slide release, ambidextrous thumb safety, beavertail grip safety with memory bump, and a tuned trigger with a factory pull weight of 4.5 to 5.0 pounds
• Capacity: 7+1; includes two factory magazines with slam pads; overall length: 8.6 inches; weight: 40 ounces

Additional features specific to the Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model include:

• Full-length guide rod with reverse plug and recoil spring tuned for duty ammunition
• Hand-fitted barrel lockup and slide-to-frame fit performed by Springfield Custom Shop armorers
• Serial number prefix consistent with FBI contract production batches; includes factory test target and Custom Shop certificate

Who It’s For

The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model is designed for the experienced shooter who demands a no-compromise defensive pistol. It is appropriate for law enforcement officers, armed professionals, and serious civilian owners who train regularly and require a 1911 that functions under extreme conditions. This is not a range toy or a collector safe queen; it is a working pistol built to the exacting standards of a federal tactical unit. If you require a 1911 that has been tested to a 20,000-round reliability standard and is built to a documented government contract specification, this model is the correct choice.

Shipping & FFL

This firearm ships to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder only. Upon placing your order, provide your chosen FFL dealer’s contact information. We will ship the Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model via insured overnight carrier to the FFL on file. You must comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding firearm ownership and transfer. It is your responsibility to confirm that your FFL dealer can receive this firearm and that you meet all legal requirements for possession. No shipment will be made without a valid FFL copy on file and verification of compliance with applicable laws.

This product is not eligible for express or expedited shipping. All sales are final. By purchasing this item, you certify that you are legally eligible to own a firearm under all applicable laws.