The Colt Commander Combat is a 1911-style single-action pistol chambered in .45 ACP with a 4.25-inch stainless barrel and a matte black carbon steel frame. It ships with an 8-round magazine and the slide is cut for optics from the factory. The grip is Black Cherry G10 and the pistol includes a beavertail grip safety. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Colt 
• Model: Commander Combat (O4940XE-OR) 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: Single Action 
• Barrel Length: 4.25 inches 
• Capacity: 8+1 
• Color/Finish: Matte Black carbon steel with stainless barrel 
   

Detailed Features 

• Optic-ready slide cut for direct red dot mounting 
• 4.25-inch stainless barrel in a matte black carbon steel slide 
• Serrated slide panels for consistent cycling grip 
• Beavertail grip safety for hand protection during firing 
• Black Cherry G10 grip panels

Owners of the Colt Commander Combat generally like the 4.25-inch platform as a middle ground between a full Government-length 1911 and a compact. The factory optic-ready cut is called out consistently as a practical advantage that avoids aftermarket milling costs.

The Black Cherry G10 grips split opinion. Some owners appreciate the texture and appearance; others find the material rough over extended sessions and replace them quickly. The stainless barrel paired with a matte black carbon steel slide is accepted as a functional choice, though buyers who prefer a matched finish tend to note it.

Single-stack 8-round capacity is treated as a known 1911 trade-off. Most Commander Combat owners are satisfied with the overall trigger pull for a production pistol, but a portion of buyers report having it adjusted professionally before settling in.