The Colt Night Commander is a commander-length pistol chambered in .45 ACP with a 4.25-inch stainless barrel and a matte black Cerakote finish. It has an optic-ready slide cut and ships with an 8+1 capacity. The frame includes a beavertail grip safety and black G10 grips. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Colt 
• Model: Night Commander (O4840NC-OR) 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: SAO (Single Action Only) 
• Barrel Length: 4.25 inches 
• Capacity: 8+1 
• Color/Finish: Matte Black Cerakote 
   

Detailed Features 

• Stainless steel barrel, 4.25 inches, with matte black Cerakote finish 
• Optic-ready slide cut for direct red dot mounting 
• Beavertail grip safety and serrated slide treatment 
• Black G10 grip panels 
• SAO trigger; ships with one 8-round magazine

Owners of the Night Commander tend to focus on the optic-ready cut as the main draw. Getting a commander-length .45 ACP pistol with a factory slide cut for a red dot, without milling costs, is what most buyers cite first. The matte Cerakote finish gets consistent approval for durability, and the G10 grips are considered an upgrade over standard plastics.

The 4.25-inch barrel length is comfortable to carry while still being easy to shoot. The beavertail safety is well-fitted from the factory. Some owners note the SAO trigger is crisp but that the manual safety requires deliberate practice to run consistently under stress.

Value perception is mixed. The Night Commander sits at a premium compared to other optic-ready compact pistols in this category, and some owners feel the overall package justifies it while others think the price gap is harder to defend against newer polymer-frame options in the same price range.