Iver Johnson 1911A1 Government .45 ACP

The Iver Johnson 1911A1 Government 70 Series is a full-size 1911-platform pistol chambered in .45 ACP, intended for range work and defensive use where a proven, single-action design is preferred. The Series 70 configuration retains a traditional 1911 firing mechanism and is built to deliver consistent .45 ACP performance.

Constructed with a forged slide and a cast steel frame that are CNC machined and hand fitted, this Government model offers a solid, traditional 1911 feel. The pistol features a matte blued finish, rear vertical slide serrations, a flat serrated steel mainspring housing, and checkered double-diamond walnut grips that provide a classic appearance and straightforward ergonomics.

Key Specifications

• The barrel length is 5 inches, giving a standard balance of sight radius and handling for a Government-size 1911.
• The caliber is .45 ACP, consistent with traditional 1911 Government chamberings.
• The capacity is 8 + 1, and the pistol ships with one magazine.
• The action is Single Action, following classic 1911 operating characteristics.
• The frame material is Steel, providing a substantial, stable platform.
• The slide description is Serrated Matte Blued Steel, matching the pistol’s overall matte blued finish.
• The grip material is Checkered Double Diamond Walnut, offering traditional 1911 styling.
• The safety is a Beavertail style, designed to aid proper hand placement and control.
• The series is Government 70 Series, indicating a Series 70 1911 configuration.
• The sights are Fixed, with a fixed rear dovetail and a fixed front post for straightforward sighting.

This 1911 ships with standard accessories including one magazine, a gun lock, an owner’s manual, and a hard black plastic lockable case. The pistol’s construction includes individual slide-to-frame fitting to provide a tight out-of-the-box fit and a finger relief cut near the trigger guard for increased comfort.

Buy the Iver Johnson 1911A1 Government 70 Series .45 ACP online today for a traditional 1911 option from Iver Johnson firearms that emphasizes classic lines, Series 70 operation, and .45 ACP performance.