Ruger SR1911 Prescott 45 Auto Limited Edition

Ruger SR1911 Prescott Edition: A Collector's 1911

Ruger has produced a limited run of just 500 SR1911 pistols to commemorate their Prescott, Arizona manufacturing facility. This is a serious 1911 for serious shooters who appreciate fine craftsmanship and historical significance.

Design and Construction

The Prescott Edition features a beautifully engraved stainless steel slide with a bald eagle motif and "200 Ruger Rd." inscribed on top—a tribute to Ruger's headquarters. The lightweight aluminum frame keeps overall weight to a trim 29.3 ounces, while the polished titanium feed ramp ensures reliable ammunition feeding.

Performance Features

Trigger and Hammer System

• Skeletonized aluminum trigger for a crisp, light pull with zero creep
• Skeletonized hammer and titanium firing pin for faster lock time
• Classic 1911 fire control with positive reset

Safety and Handling

• Oversized beavertail grip safety for positive function
• Extended thumb safety and slide stop lever for improved manipulation
• Inspection port for visual chamber confirmation
• Rear slide serrations and flat mainspring housing for secure grip

Accuracy and Reliability

• Positive barrel lock-up delivers superior accuracy from the box
• Precision CNC machining ensures tight slide-to-frame fit
• Oversized ejection port and extended magazine release enhance performance
• Integral plunger tube—never staked, never loose

Specifications

• Caliber: 45 Auto
• Capacity: 7 rounds
• Barrel Length: 4.25 inches (Commander-style)
• Overall Length: 7.75 inches
• Height: 5.45 inches
• Width: 1.34 inches
• Weight: 29.3 ounces
• Sights: Drift-adjustable Novak 3-Dot
• Grips: Brown/Black deluxe checkered G10
• Slide Finish: Low-glare stainless steel

What's Included

Two 7-round stainless steel magazines and a bushing wrench for field maintenance and customization.

The Bottom Line

This is a limited-production 1911 built to Ruger's exacting standards. It accepts standard aftermarket 1911 parts, making it both a shooter's gun and a collector's piece. With only 500 units produced, this Prescott Edition represents a meaningful piece of American firearms manufacturing history.