Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Police Trade-Ins (Fair Condition)

Overview

This listing is for a batch of Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Police Trade-Ins (Fair Condition) sourced directly from law enforcement agency turn-ins. These pistols represent a period-correct, forged-frame variant of the classic 1911 platform, chambered in .45 ACP and built to the original military-spec dimensions. As police trade-ins, each unit shows holster wear, handling marks, and minor finish loss consistent with service carry, but the mechanical condition remains functional. For the Illinois shooter or collector seeking a no-frills 1911 with genuine service history, these Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Police Trade-Ins (Fair Condition) offer a cost-effective entry point into the platform without the premium of a new-production gun.

Features & Specs

• Manufacturer: Springfield Armory. Fixed blade front sight, drift-adjustable rear sight. Standard thumb safety and grip safety. Single-action trigger with a factory pull weight of approximately 5-7 pounds.
• Caliber: 45 ACP. Barrel length: 5-inch Government profile. Overall length: 8.6 inches. Weight: approximately 39 ounces unloaded. Magazine capacity: 7 rounds, supplied with one magazine per pistol.
• Frame material: Carbon steel with a parkerized finish showing honest wear. Slide-to-frame fit is typical of production police trade-ins. Bore condition varies from good to very good; all bores are functional and safe to fire.

Who It’s For

These Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Police Trade-Ins (Fair Condition) are suited for the Illinois resident who wants a functioning 1911 for range use, training, or as a project base for custom refinishing. They are also appropriate for the collector of law enforcement trade-in firearms who values the honest wear and provenance of a duty gun. This is not a safe-queen or a showpiece; it is a working pistol that has seen service. If you are looking for a pristine, new-in-box 1911, this is not the correct product. However, if you want a mechanically sound, historically consistent 1911 at a practical price point, these trade-ins deliver. Illinois customers should verify that their local jurisdiction allows the purchase of standard-capacity magazines before ordering.

Shipping & FFL

This firearm ships to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer in your state. For Illinois residents: you must select a licensed FFL dealer in Illinois as the shipping destination. We do not ship to residential addresses, P.O. boxes, or out-of-state FFLs. After placing your order, provide your chosen FFL’s contact information and a copy of their license. We will verify the license and ship within 2-3 business days. Illinois law requires a valid FOID card for all firearm purchases; please ensure you and your receiving FFL comply with state and local regulations. By purchasing these Springfield 1911-A1 45 ACP Police Trade-Ins (Fair Condition), you confirm that you are legally eligible to own a firearm and that your chosen FFL is authorized to receive it. No returns on used firearms; all sales are final. All items are sold as-is unless otherwise noted in the product listing.