The Auto Ordnance 1911-A1 Bootlegger is a full-size .45 ACP single-action pistol built on the Government-pattern 1911 frame. The distressed burnt bronze Cerakote finish and engraved American walnut grips make it visually distinctive from standard production 1911s. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 2024014592 
• UPC: 602686422352 
• Brand: Auto Ordnance 
• Model Name: 1911-A1 Bootlegger 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action Type: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 7+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
• Overall Length: 14.5 inches 
• Weight: 36.80 oz (2.3 lbs) 
• Sights Configuration: Blade Front & Drift Adjustable Rear Sights 
• Grip Material: Engraved American Walnut 
• Safety Features: Thumb / Grip / Firing Pin Safety 
• Finish Type: Distressed Burnt Bronze Cerakote 
• Condition: New in Box 
   

Detailed Features 

The 5-inch barrel and Government-pattern frame give it the full 1911 profile. Single-action operation delivers the clean break and reset that 1911 shooters are accustomed to. The three-safety configuration (thumb, grip, and firing pin) is the standard Government model arrangement. 
 
Blad front and drift-adjustable rear sights allow for windage correction. The engraved American walnut grips add to the Bootlegger's themed aesthetic while providing a solid grip surface. The distressed burnt bronze Cerakote is durable and gives a worn, used appearance that's intentional to the design.

Buyers of the Auto Ordnance 1911-A1 Bootlegger are generally drawn by the distressed bronze finish, which gets consistent praise for being distinctive without looking garish. It reads as a genuine collector's piece rather than a novelty.

On the range, users report the reliability and accuracy typical of the 1911 platform. The .45 ACP chambering is noted as delivering expected stopping power. Standard 1911 trigger feel and controls are familiar to experienced shooters.

Weight and size come up in carry discussions. At 36.80 oz and full Government dimensions, it's on the heavier end for carry use, which is a fair observation about any full-size steel 1911. Magazine capacity (7+1) is lower than modern double-stack pistols, which is noted but expected for the format.

Regular maintenance is mentioned by users as necessary for optimal performance, which is true of any 1911. Overall tone is positive, with the Bootlegger appreciated both as a shooter and as a display piece.