The 1911 platform remains a benchmark for quality, ergonomics, and historical significance in defensive handguns. Collectors and tactical shooters alike prize early run examples and short-production variants for their rarity and character. When a well-preserved example with original packaging appears, it demands attention from both the collector and the responsible shooter.

COLT 1911 — This listing is for a *USED* 1998 era COLT MK IV SERIES 80 C.C.O. 1911 chambered in .45 ACP that just came in the shop today. It’s a rare, one-year-only offering from Colt, part of the first run in 1998, and it arrives in great condition with original case and papers, plus two magazines (one still in original packaging). Shop this product

Overview and Historical Context

The COLT 1911 MK IV Series 80 represents Colt’s late-20th-century evolution of the classic Government model. Series 80 internals include a firing pin safety mechanism designed to enhance drop safety while preserving the platform’s familiar trigger feel. The C.C.O. configuration is notable for combining a Commander-length slide with a shortened grip frame for improved concealability without compromising barrel length and sight radius.

Key Features and Tactical Relevance

One-Year-Only 1998 First Run

Rarity drives collector value. This one-year offering from 1998 was part of an initial production run, making factory-original examples with case and papers especially desirable. The included original case and paperwork strengthen provenance and resale value.

Condition and Accessories

This example is listed in great condition and ships with two magazines—one in original packaging—adding to its completeness. At the listed price of $1,679.99, buyers are getting a historically significant 1911 with documented origin and factory accessories. View product details and pricing

.45 ACP: Practicality and Performance

The .45 ACP remains a proven defensive caliber in 1911 platforms: reliable feeding, subsonic performance, and strong terminal performance when paired with modern defensive ammunition. For collectors who also shoot their pieces, .45 ACP offers manageable recoil in a well-tuned 1911 and broad ammunition availability.

Buying Considerations

For collectors, verify the serial range and paperwork against known production records. For shooters, inspect wear points, timing, and the condition of magazines. This listing’s inclusion of original packaging and an unopened magazine adds confidence. If you’re considering acquisition, check current availability and secure provenance quickly as one-year runs move fast. Check current availability

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