Colt Government CQB .45 ACP 5" Custom Marine Pistol
Colt's Marine-selected Close Quarters Battle pistol in .45 ACP features a 5-inch National Match barrel, Desert Tan Cerakote finish, Novak night sights, ambidextrous safety, and tactical rail for professional and collector use.
Colt Government CQB: A Modern Classic with Military Heritage
The Colt Government CQB represents the pinnacle of 1911 design and manufacturing. Selected by the United States Marine Corps for Close Quarters Battle operations, this pistol carries forward more than a century of proven performance and reliability.
Design and Construction
This is a full-size 1911 platform pistol chambered in .45 ACP, America's most trusted combat cartridge. The 5-inch National Match barrel delivers the accuracy and velocity this caliber is known for, while the stainless steel receiver and slide are finished in Desert Tan Cerakote—a durable, corrosion-resistant coating that performs in harsh environments.
Tactical Features
- Novak 3-Dot Night Sights for reliable target acquisition in low-light conditions
- MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny Rail for mounting lights, lasers, or other tactical accessories
- Enhanced Hammer for positive control and reliable ignition
- Long, Solid Aluminum Trigger for crisp, predictable breaks
- Ambidextrous Safety Lock accommodates both right and left-handed shooters
- Upswept Beavertail Grip Safety prevents hammer bite and improves control
- Flat Serrated Mainspring Housing with Lanyard Loop for secure carry and retention
- Lowered and Flared Ejection Port for reliable case ejection
Custom Shop Quality
Each pistol is hand-fitted by Colt's Custom Shop, with critical mating parts carefully matched for optimal performance. Every firearm is test-fired and supplied with the actual test target, ensuring you receive a weapon that meets Colt's exacting standards.
Capacity and Ergonomics
The pistol ships with an 8-round magazine and features G10 grips that provide superior grip texture and durability. The overall design balances firepower with the ergonomic principles that have made the 1911 the standard by which all combat pistols are measured.
Whether you're a professional, collector, or serious shooter, the Colt Government CQB delivers the reliability, accuracy, and tactical capability that military and law enforcement professionals demand.
Features
- chambered in .45 acp
- barrel length: 5-inch national match
- operation: single-action
- receiver and slide finish: two-tone cerakoted stainless steel
- capacity: 7+1 rounds
- sights: novak 3-dot night sights
- accessory rail: mil-std-1913
- hammer: enhanced for improved performance
- safety: ambidextrous thumb safety
- trigger: long, solid aluminum
- mainspring housing: flat, serrated with lanyard loop
- grips: composite for secure handling
- craftsmanship: hand-fitted and test-fired by colt custom shop
