This is the Colt Government Model, the gun John Browning's design became, in its most traditional form: a 5-inch, .45 ACP, single-action 1911 with the profile that has defined American handguns for more than a century. Built in stainless steel, this example carries engraving work by Tyler Gunworks, whose hand-cut scroll and finishing work is well known among collectors of custom single actions and 1911s.

The Government Model's long sight radius, crisp single-action trigger, and low bore axis are why serious .45 shooters still prefer it. As an engraved Colt, it is as much a shelf piece as a shooter.

This firearm ships to your chosen FFL dealer for transfer. Order online from Dawson Defense, an Arizona-owned licensed dealer and importer.