The Great Lakes Firearms 1911 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP with a 4.25-inch barrel. It comes in a two-tone finish with a Black slide over a stainless-style frame and is fitted with fiber optic sights. The pistol has a capacity of 8+1 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Great Lakes Firearms 
• Model: GL1911-45CSS 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 8+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.25 inches 
• Color/Finish: Two-Tone 
   

Detailed Features 

• 1911-pattern semi-automatic pistol in .45 ACP with 4.25-inch barrel 
• Two-tone finish with Black slide 
• Fiber optic front and rear sights 
• 8+1 round capacity 
• Mission Shara frame configuration

Owners of the Great Lakes Firearms 1911 in .45 ACP point to the fiber optic sights as a standout feature for target acquisition. The two-tone finish gives it a clean appearance, and the 4.25-inch barrel length puts it in a commander-size footprint that many find easy to carry.

The GL1911-45CSS trigger gets decent marks for a production 1911, though experienced shooters often plan a trigger job or swap for competition use. The 8+1 capacity is standard for the platform, and the pistol feeds reliably with ball ammunition. Hollow-point feeding can be hit or miss depending on the magazine used.

Great Lakes Firearms sits in the mid-tier 1911 market. The value proposition is solid for the price range, and the 1911 pattern means a wide aftermarket for parts and upgrades. Some owners note fit and finish can vary between individual units.