Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model

The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model represents a direct lineage to the sidearms issued to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Hostage Rescue Team and Tactical Operations units. This is not a commercial imitation; it is a production-grade pistol built to the exact specifications outlined in the FBI’s procurement contract. For the Illinois-based shooter who requires a duty-ready 1911 with zero compromises, this model delivers a documented standard of performance, reliability, and accuracy that few handguns can match. Each pistol is assembled in the Springfield Armory Custom Shop using forged slide and frame components, then subjected to a rigorous 50-round proof and function test before shipment. The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model is chambered in .45 ACP, a caliber with proven terminal ballistics for defensive and law enforcement applications.

Overview

The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model is built around a carbon steel frame and slide with a satin black Armory Kote finish, designed to resist corrosion and wear in sustained field use. It features a 5-inch barrel with a fully supported ramp and a recessed crown for improved accuracy. The pistol includes a solid trigger with a factory-tuned trigger pull, an extended ambidextrous thumb safety, and a beavertail grip safety with a speed bump. The magazine well is beveled for rapid reloads, and the pistol ships with two 7-round magazines. This model retains the classic Government profile while incorporating all FBI-required modifications, including a lowered and flared ejection port, a flat mainspring housing, and a checkered frontstrap.

Features & Specs

Every component of the Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model is chosen for operational longevity. The barrel is a match-grade, fully supported ramp design, and the slide-to-frame fit is tight without being binding. The following specifications define this firearm:

• Caliber: .45 ACP; barrel length: 5 inches; overall length: 8.6 inches; weight: 40 ounces (unloaded).
• Frame material: forged carbon steel; slide material: forged carbon steel; finish: satin black Armory Kote.
• Sights: tritium night sights with a plain rear and a front post; trigger pull: factory set to 4.5 to 5.0 pounds.

Additional features include a serrated rear sight dovetail, a Novak-style low-mount rear sight, and a solid stainless steel guide rod. The extractor is an external, tuned unit, and the ejector is a pinned component for consistent ejection. The pistol is also equipped with a memory bump on the grip safety to ensure positive engagement regardless of grip position. The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model is hand-fitted and assembled in the Custom Shop, which includes deburring all sharp edges and polishing internal contact surfaces.

Who It’s For

This handgun is intended for the experienced shooter who demands a sidearm with a documented chain of specification compliance. It is suitable for law enforcement officers in Illinois who require a department-approved 1911 pattern pistol, as well as civilian owners who prioritize a direct FBI contract build over commercial variants. The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model is not a beginner’s pistol; its single-action trigger and manual safety require training and discipline. It is designed for those who appreciate the mechanical precision of a hand-fitted 1911 and who require a firearm that can serve in a defensive, competition, or training role without deviation from its original contract specifications. This model is for the shooter who values traceability to a federal procurement standard.

Shipping & FFL

This handgun is classified as a Title I firearm under the Gun Control Act of 1968. The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model will only be shipped to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in the state of Illinois. It is the buyer’s responsibility to confirm that their receiving FFL is willing to accept the transfer and that the firearm complies with all applicable Illinois state and local ordinances, including any relevant waiting periods, FOID card requirements, and home rule municipality restrictions. Do not complete this purchase unless you have coordinated with your FFL dealer in advance. All shipments require an adult signature upon delivery. No COD or PO Box shipments are accepted. By placing this order, you certify that you are legally eligible to purchase a firearm under federal and Illinois state law.