Colt Manufacturing

The Colt Combat Elite Optics-Ready 1911 combines the proven performance of Colt’s two-tone duty focused Combat Elite platform with the added capability of a modern optic-mounting system. Built on a stainless steel frame with Colt’s striking elite PVD two?tone finish this upgraded model retains the Combat Elite’s premium ergonomics tritium front night sight and National Match barrel while now offering enhanced adaptability for defensive competitive and duty applications Features: - The optics ready slide with a mounting plate allows the pistol to accept modern red dot optics while still retaining its tritium front night sight anmd a G-Style blacks errated rear sight for reliable low light backup aiming. - The Dual Spring Recoil System reduces felt recoil and extends recoil spring life resulting in improved control and greater durability during extended shooting sessions. - The 5inch National Match stainless steel barrel delivers enhanced accuracy through its 1:16 twist and precise lock up characteristics. - The Elite two tone PVD finish provides exceptional corrosion resistance while giving the pistol the distinctive black over stainless appearance that defines the Combat Elite family. - The ambidextrous controls upswept beavertail safety and half checkered scalloped G10 grips ensure secure ergonomic handling suitable for defensive and duty focused applications