Used Colt Gold Cup National Match 1911 .45 ACP Pistol – Made 1981

Used Colt Gold Cup National Match 1911 .45 ACP Pistol – Made 1981

The Colt Gold Cup National Match .45 ACP (1981 production) is a classic competition-oriented 1911 designed to deliver enhanced accuracy and refined shooting characteristics. As part of Colt’s long-standing National Match lineage, the Gold Cup was engineered specifically for target and competitive shooting, making it one of the most respected factory 1911s of its era.

Chambered in .45 ACP, this pistol features a 5-inch barrel, all-steel frame and slide, and a finely tuned single-action trigger designed for precision and consistency. Gold Cup models are known for their match-grade components, improved barrel fit, and enhanced sights, all contributing to excellent accuracy and smooth operation. The full-size Government Model configuration provides outstanding balance and a long sight radius favored by competitive shooters.

Manufactured in 1981, this Gold Cup National Match represents a desirable post–Series 70 era Colt target pistol with strong collector and shooter appeal. The Colt Gold Cup National Match .45 ACP remains a cornerstone collectible from Colt, valued for its competition pedigree, build quality, and enduring place in Colt’s performance handgun history.

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