Great Lakes GL1911 .45 ACP

The Great Lakes GL1911 is a 1911-style semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP designed for range use, competition, and personal carry where a full-size platform is appropriate. Its 5-inch barrel and ported slide combine traditional 1911 ergonomics with modern features like an RMSC optic cut.

Built on a steel frame with an aluminum grip, the GL1911 pairs a 416 stainless steel slide finished in black Cerakote with a grey frame finish. The pistol includes a beavertail grip safety, skeletonized hammer, an adjustable trigger, and a Picatinny frame rail for accessories, while fiber optic sights aid target acquisition.

Key Specifications

• The caliber is .45 ACP.
• The action is Semi-Auto.
• The barrel length is 5 inches, offering a balance between sight radius and handling.
• The slide is made from 416 stainless steel.
• The frame material is steel.
• The grip material is aluminum.
• The weight is 42 ounces.
• The sights type is fiber optic.
• The number of magazines included is 2.
• The pistol includes an ambidextrous safety and its ambidextrous safety is Yes.

State Restrictions: This firearm is not available for sale in California.

For shooters looking for a modernized 1911 platform, the Great Lakes GL1911 .45 ACP combines classic ergonomics with optic-ready capability and practical controls. Buy the Great Lakes GL1911 .45 ACP online today for range and competition use.