About this product

Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model

This is the pistol that defined a standard for law enforcement sidearms. The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model is built to the exact specifications required by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for its Hostage Rescue Team and special agents. This is not a commercial approximation; it is a direct contract overrun, built on the same production line, with the same components, and subject to the same quality control as the pistols delivered to Quantico. For the serious shooter, this represents the highest tier of production 1911 performance available to the civilian market.

Overview

The Springfield Professional 1911-A1 45 Auto FBI Contract Model began as a response to the FBI’s demanding 1990s pistol trials. Springfield Armory won that contract, and the Professional has remained the bureau’s primary sidearm for decades. Every detail on this pistol, from the proprietary forged slide stop to the tuned extractor, was specified for reliability under extreme conditions and sustained fire. This is the same pistol carried by FBI SWAT and HRT operators. It is a purpose-built fighting tool, not a collector’s showpiece, though its craftsmanship certainly qualifies it for that designation as well.

Features & Specs

The specification list for this springfield professional 1911-a1 45 auto fbi contract model reads like a blueprint for duty-grade reliability. It begins with a forged carbon steel slide and frame, finished in a proprietary black Tenifer treatment that resists holster wear and corrosion. The barrel is a fully supported, ramped, match-grade stainless steel unit, designed to feed hollow-point ammunition without malfunction. The gun features a solid, no-snag rear sight, a tritium front sight, and an integral plunger tube that will never loosen under recoil. The trigger is tuned to a crisp 4.5 to 5.0 pound pull, and the pistol ships with two eight-round magazines.

• Forged carbon steel slide and frame with black Tenifer finish
• Ramped, match-grade stainless steel barrel (5-inch)
• Integral plunger tube and tuned extractor
• Tritium front sight with low-profile rear combat sight
• Two eight-round magazines with polymer base pads

Who It Is For

This pistol is for the professional who demands a duty-ready sidearm straight from the factory. It is intended for law enforcement officers seeking a backup or retirement piece that matches their issued gear, for competitive shooters who require a proven platform for Single Stack division, and for knowledgeable civilian owners who prioritize absolute mechanical reliability over cosmetic frills. If you are a collector of modern military and law enforcement arms, this springfield professional 1911-a1 45 auto fbi contract model is a cornerstone piece. It is not recommended for casual plinkers or first-time 1911 buyers due to its premium price point and specific performance characteristics.

• Law enforcement personnel requiring a direct FBI-spec sidearm
• Competitive shooters in USPSA Single Stack division
• Discerning civilian owners seeking a production-grade duty 1911

Shipping & FFL

All firearm purchases require shipment to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state of residence. Upon placing your order for this springfield professional 1911-a1 45 auto fbi contract model, you will receive an email requesting your chosen FFL dealer’s contact information. Your dealer must email or fax a copy of their current license to our compliance department before we can process shipment. We ship via insured carrier with signature required. It is your responsibility to confirm that your local FFL will accept transfer of this handgun. No shipments are made to P.O. boxes. Please review your state and local laws regarding handgun ownership and magazine capacity restrictions prior to purchase.

• Shipment only to a valid Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder
• Valid government-issued photo ID required for transfer
• Compliance with all federal, state, and local laws is the buyer’s responsibility