The Colt Government Combat Unit is a full-size 1911-style semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP. It pairs the classic Government-length 5-inch barrel with a combat-oriented control layout built around a straightforward set of factory controls. This example is sold as a factory blemished unit, meaning it is new production with only minor cosmetic imperfections that are typically hard to spot without close inspection. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Colt 
• Model: Government Combat Unit 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 7+1 
• Barrel Length: 5" 
   

Detailed Features 

• Government-length 5-inch barrel gives a longer sight radius and the handling most shooters associate with a full-size 1911 
• Grip safety and manual thumb safety work together for the traditional two-safety-system feel of the 1911 platform 
• Fixed iron sights keep the sight picture simple, with nothing beyond the factory setting to worry about 
• Single-stack magazine holds 7+1 rounds, keeping the grip slimmer than a double-stack pistol 
• Sold as a factory blemished unit, new production with only minor cosmetic imperfections

Owners of Government-length Colt 1911s tend to like the classic single-action trigger and the way the grip safety and thumb safety work together without adding bulk. Fit and finish on Colt's Government Combat Unit line gets generally positive marks, though buyers picking up a blemished unit should expect to inspect it closely for the cosmetic flaws the discount reflects.

The 5-inch barrel and full-size grip make this a pistol most shooters find comfortable for range sessions, though it is heavier and less concealable than a Commander or Officer's-length 1911. Recoil in .45 ACP is manageable for most, and the fixed sights are simple to use without much of a learning curve.

Aftermarket support for the 1911 platform is broad, so grips, sights, and holsters are easy to find. Some owners note that fixed sights leave less room for adjustment than an optics-ready slide, but for a traditional Government Model that is expected.