The AMT Government 1911 .45 ACP is a classic full-size 1911-style semi-automatic pistol produced by Arcadia Machine & Tool (AMT) from the late 1970s through the early 2000s.
This stainless steel clone of the iconic Colt Government Model features:
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Barrel length: 5 inches
- Overall length: ≈8.5 inches
- Weight: ≈38 oz (unloaded)
- Capacity: 7+1 rounds (standard 1911 magazine)
- Action: Single-action, recoil-operated
- Finish: All-stainless steel construction (one of the first full stainless 1911s on the market)
- Sights: Typically fixed (some variants had adjustable options)
- Other features: Extended grip safety, checkered grips, and traditional 1911 controls
Known for its durability and clean stainless look, the AMT Government offered a solid, no-frills alternative to Colt during its production run — though quality could vary depending on the year manufactured. A reliable piece of 1911 history for collectors and shooters who appreciate the classic Government Model design in corrosion-resistant stainless.
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