Springfield Mil‑Spec 1911 Defender .45 ACP 5″ Parkerized

About this product

The Springfield Armory Mil‑Spec 1911 Defender is a traditionally styled, full‑size 1911 built on a forged steel frame and slide. Chambered in .45 ACP with a 5″ match‑grade stainless barrel, it retains classic 1911 controls including a short military‑style trigger, arched mainspring housing and a single‑sided thumb safety. The pistol ships with one magazine and features fixed three‑dot sights and a lowered, flared ejection port for reliable operation. Construction and features are presented in a straightforward, service‑oriented configuration.

Key Specifications

• The manufacturer is Springfield Armory.
• The model/series is Mil‑Spec Defender (1911).
• The caliber is .45 ACP.
• The barrel measures 5 inches and is described as match‑grade stainless steel.
• The frame and slide are forged steel finished in Parkerized.
• The sights are fixed 3‑dot combat‑style sights.
• The action is semi‑automatic, single‑action.
• The package includes one magazine.
• The pistol features a short military‑style trigger and a single‑sided thumb safety.
• Designed for right‑handed operation with a beavertail frame description.

Built to deliver classic 1911 ergonomics and straightforward durability, the Mil‑Spec Defender pairs a match‑grade barrel and forged steel construction with traditional controls that experienced shooters value. Its simple, serviceable layout and fixed sights make it a practical choice for range use and for those who prefer the established feel and handling of a time‑tested 1911 platform.

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