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.