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 the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Hostage Rescue Team and SWAT elements. Built to exacting government contract specifications, this pistol is not a commemorative piece or a tribute model; it is the same production specification delivered to the FBI. For the discerning shooter who demands absolute reliability from a 1911 platform, this is the definitive factory-built example.

Overview

Developed in collaboration with FBI firearms instructors and armorers, the Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model was designed to address specific operational requirements for high-risk tactical entry and precision shooting. Each pistol is assembled in the Springfield Armory Custom Shop using forged steel components and hand-fitted to tolerances that exceed standard production 1911s. The FBI contract required a pistol capable of consistent sub-2-inch groups at 25 yards, a standard that this model meets with regularity. This is a purpose-built defensive tool, not a range toy or safe queen.

Features and Specs

• Forged carbon steel frame and slide with a military-grade black parkerized finish; hand-fitted barrel bushing, slide-to-frame fit, and trigger group by Custom Shop armorers
• 5-inch match-grade stainless steel barrel with fully supported ramp; fixed low-profile combat sights with tritium inserts for low-light acquisition
• Extended ambidextrous thumb safety, beavertail grip safety with memory bump, and a short aluminum trigger with an adjustable stop; trigger pull is factory set at 4.5 to 5.0 pounds

The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model ships with two 7-round magazines, a custom-molded holster, and a test target verifying accuracy. The pistol is designed for duty use with +P ammunition and includes a full-length guide rod and a flared ejection port for reliable cycling under adverse conditions.

Who It Is For

This pistol is intended for the experienced 1911 shooter who requires a no-compromise sidearm for professional use. Law enforcement officers, armed security professionals, and competitive shooters who demand the same equipment used by federal tactical units will find the Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model meets those standards. This is not a beginner’s pistol or a budget option. It is for the individual who understands that a hand-fitted, contract-specification firearm offers a level of consistency and longevity that standard production models cannot match. If your role or training regimen requires a 1911 that will function reliably through thousands of rounds without degradation, this model warrants serious consideration.

Shipping and FFL

• This item is classified as a firearm and must be shipped to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state of residence
• Upon order placement, you will receive a confirmation email requesting your chosen FFL dealer’s contact information; we verify all FFLs before shipment
• Shipping is via insured ground service to the contiguous United States; expedited options are available upon request. No signature release is permitted for firearm deliveries

By purchasing the Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model, you acknowledge that you are the actual transferee of the firearm and that all federal, state, and local laws regarding firearm ownership and transfer are your responsibility. We reserve the right to delay or cancel any order if compliance cannot be confirmed. Please allow 3-5 business days for processing and FFL verification before shipment.