The Colt 1911 Combat Elite Commander is a .45 ACP single-action pistol with a 4.25-inch barrel, two-tone stainless steel finish, and 3-dot tritium night sights. The 8+1 capacity and 33 oz. weight sit between the compact Defender and full-size Government models. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Colt Mfg 
• Model Name: 1911 Combat Elite Commander 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action Type: Single Action (SAO) 
• Capacity: 8+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.25 inches 
• Weight: 4.4 lbs (33 oz) 
• Sights: 3-Dot Tritium Night Sights 
• Grip Material: Black Scalloped G10 
• Safety Features: Ambidextrous Grip / Thumb Safety 
• Finish: Two-tone Stainless Steel 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The 4.25-inch barrel gives better balance between concealability and accuracy than the 3-inch compact, without the full-size length. Tritium night sights are standard. Stainless steel construction on both frame and slide holds up to carry wear. The G10 grip with half-checkered scalloping gives a firm hold, and the ambidextrous safety works for left-handed shooters as well.

The Combat Elite Commander draws strong approval from owners who know the 1911 platform. The two-tone finish and craftsmanship get regular praise -- this is one of the better-finished production 1911s at its price point.

Reliability and accuracy at the range are consistent talking points, along with the smooth single-action trigger. The grip is noted as comfortable across different hand sizes. Weight is not usually a concern for a steel-frame 1911 buyer, though comparisons to polymer-framed options come up for those considering daily carry. Price is generally viewed as justified given the quality, with some discussion about value versus other 1911 manufacturers.