A single-action semi-automatic handgun based on the design of the M1911 the Smith Wesson SW1911 was introduced in 2003. Chambered in 45 ACP or 9mm (9x19mm) it includes a steel or scandium alloy frame. Other features include a thumb and beaver-tail grip safety skeletonized hammer and trigger and an external extractor. The SW1911 is available in a number of finishes and barrel lengths and is suitable for personal protection home defense and competition shooting.
Completing the line between main production and the Performance Center, the Smith & Wesson Pro Series represents the next step from standard models. These firearms are offered with a variety of enhancements yet still remain true to "stock." Bringing competition specifications and features to factory models, the Pro Series offer that ready-to-go package while still maintaining production line integrity.
Smith & Wesson's Performance Center combines old world hand craftsmanship with modern technology to create an extremely accurate, high performance model designed for the most demanding shooters. The 1911 features a Performance Center action, throated barrel with a precision crowned muzzle, ambidextrous frame safety, and a ported slide with lighting cuts to reduce weight and recoil. This model has G10 custom wood grips, two-tone Scandium alloy frame, and a 4.25" barrel. The Smith & Wesson 1911 Performance Center delivers excellent performance and accuracy in a durable and reliable handgun design. It comes chambered in .45ACP with a 4.25" barrel. Features include an ambidextrous thumb safety, a grip safety, fixed sights, and an 8+1 round magazine.
Precision. Accuracy. Performance. With a remarkable selection of SW1911s, Smith and Wesson continues its tradition of innovation and its commitment to bringing shooters the finest quality high performance firearms. Smith & Wesson's 1911 has a glass bead finish and engraved wooden presentation case. This 1911 pistol features a 5" barrel, 8+1 capacity, and machine scroll engraving. It is a single action only with white dot sights.
The Smith & Wesson 1911 Enhanced (E) Series single-action pistol features a 5" barrel, low profile white dot sights, wooden laminate E-Series grips, and a stainless steel frame and slide. This E Series pistol features an enhanced oversized extractor, enhanced combat ejection port, enhanced titanium firing pin, enhanced precision trigger, and enhanced detailed slide rib.
