The Auto-Ordnance 1911 Revolution Edition is a .45 ACP single-action pistol with a 5-inch barrel and a 7-round magazine. It has a distressed midnight blue finish with Betsy Ross engraving and a black Cerakote barrel. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Auto-Ordnance 
• Model: 1911 Revolution Edition 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: Single Action 
• Capacity: 7+1 
• Barrel Length: 5 in 
• Color/Finish: Distressed Midnight Blue 
   

Detailed Features 

• Distressed midnight blue finish with patriotic Betsy Ross engraving 
• Black Cerakote barrel 
• 7-round magazine 
• Government-size 5-inch 1911 platform in .45 ACP

Owners of the Auto-Ordnance 1911 Revolution Edition typically buy it as much for the appearance as the function, and most who purchase it are pleased with the distressed midnight blue finish and Betsy Ross engraving on delivery. Comments on fit and finish are generally positive at the price point, with the Cerakote barrel getting specific mentions for holding up to regular range use.

As a government-size 1911 in .45 ACP, the Revolution Edition shoots like any full-size single-action pistol in the class. The single-action trigger gets the usual 1911 praise for consistency, and the 5-inch barrel provides a comfortable sight radius. A few owners note that the 7-round magazine feels limiting compared to modern double-stack pistols, though they acknowledge that is inherent to the platform.

Value is where opinions split. Some buyers feel the commemorative finish and engraving justify paying above a plain 1911 at this tier; others would prefer to put the difference toward a base model with better internals. Reliability reports are mixed enough that a break-in period is commonly recommended in owner discussions.