Colt Mfg O5870A1 Gold Cup National Match 1911 Pistol, .45 ACP, 5-Inch, Blued

The Colt Gold Cup is known as the finest shooting semi-automatic in the world, and is the standard for competitive guns. The first Colt Gold Cup pistol was introduced in the late 1950's to give competitive shooters a gun to take directly from the dealer's showcase to the firing line. Colt Gold Cup pistols have been used to compete in local club matches through the National Matches at Camp Perry. It features an adjustable wide trigger, National Match barrel, adjustable target sights, and many other refinements as standard. Comes with 1 magazine.

The Colt Mfg O5870A1 Gold Cup National Match is a competition-oriented 1911-style semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP. Designed for precision-focused shooting, it features a 5-inch National Match barrel and a single-action-only operating system. The blued carbon steel slide and frame provide a classic finish, while the carbon steel frame includes an integrated beavertail for a secure, comfortable grip during extended range sessions.
The pistol is equipped with Colt Champion Bomar-style adjustable rear sights and a post front sight, providing a contrast sight picture that can be tuned for individual shooting preferences. Its serrated slide supports positive manipulation, and the skeletonized 3-hole aluminum trigger is designed to complement the Gold Cup platform’s performance-focused configuration. Ambidextrous grip and thumb safeties offer flexible operation for right- or left-handed shooters.
Walnut grips with gold medallions add a traditional appearance while maintaining the familiar handling characteristics of the 1911 design. The pistol accepts an 8-round magazine and includes one 8-round magazine. With an overall length of 8.50 inches and a listed weight of approximately 38.5 ounces, the O5870A1 balances a full-size frame with the handling expected from a Government-style 1911. Its National Match barrel, adjustable sights, and refined trigger make it well suited for target shooting, practice, and collection.
The Colt Mfg O5870A1 is a firearm and must be purchased, transferred, and used in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Buyers should confirm eligibility and any transfer requirements with a licensed firearm dealer before ordering. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions and established firearm safety practices, including treating every firearm as loaded, keeping the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, and storing the pistol securely when not in use.

Features:

• Chambering: .45 ACP

• Action: Single-action-only semi-automatic

• Barrel: 5-inch stainless steel National Match barrel

• Frame: Carbon steel frame with beavertail, blued finish

• Slide: Serrated carbon steel slide with blued finish

• Trigger: Skeletonized 3-hole aluminum trigger

• Sights: Colt Champion Bomar-style adjustable rear sight with post front sight

• Safety: Ambidextrous grip and thumb safeties

• Grips: Walnut grips with gold medallions

• Capacity: 8 rounds

• Magazine: Includes one 8-round magazine

• Finish: Blue and blued finish configuration

• Weight: Approximately 38.5 ounces

• Part Number: O5870A1