The “Mil-Spec” 1911 from Springfield Armory is offered under the “Defend Your Legacy” / “Defender” (or “Defender Series”) branding — a modern commercial production 1911-style pistol meant to provide a “classic 1911” experience with modern manufacturing and materials.  

 

Caliber - .45 ACP  

Barrel Length - 5.0 in, forged “match-grade” stainless-steel barrel  

Frame & Slide - Forged carbon-steel (not cast) with Parkerized finish (on most variants)  

Sights - Fixed combat 3-dot steel sights  

Magazine - Single-stack magazine, 7 rounds + 1 in chamber (7+1)  

Overall Length - 8.6 in  

Unloaded Weight - 39 oz

Finish Options - Parkerized

Grip  - Fully-checkered wood

Safety / Controls - Single-action semi-auto, standard 1911-style thumb safety, manual safety with conventional 1911 controls / layout.