The Taurus 1911 is a single-action .45 ACP pistol built on a steel frame with a Cerakote Military Green finish. The classic 1911 platform gets a few practical upgrades here: custom VZ checkered grips, Novak front and rear sights, and a manual thumb safety. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taurus 
• Model Name: 1911 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: Single Action (SAO) 
• Capacity: 8+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
• Overall Length (OAL): 8.5 inches 
• Weight: 41.8 oz. 
• Frame Material: Steel, matte black finish 
• Grips: Custom VZ Checkered Grips 
• Sights: Novak Front & Rear Sights 
• Safety Features: Manual Thumb Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

1. Single Action Operation: The trigger releases the cocked hammer for a consistent, controlled pull once the round is chambered. 
2. Custom VZ Grips: Checkered VZ grips give good purchase in varied conditions and add a distinctive look. 
3. Novak Sights: Drift-adjustable front and rear sights allow precise windage correction without specialized tools. 
4. Cerakote Mil-Spec Green Finish: Mil-Spec Green Cerakote resists wear and corrosion better than standard bluing, useful for owners who carry or train in varied environments. 
5. Manual Thumb Safety: Lets you carry cocked-and-locked safely. 
    

Usage Scenarios 

1. Competitive Shooting: The 5-inch barrel and crisp single-action trigger suit target work at the range. 
2. Home Defense: The .45 ACP with 8+1 capacity delivers solid stopping power in a reliable platform. 
3. Recreational Shooting: The standard 1911 format provides an enjoyable shooting experience for anyone comfortable with a classic design.

The Taurus 1911 in .45 ACP Mil Green Cerakote gets mixed but informative feedback from owners.

The Mil Green Cerakote finish is consistently called out as a visual differentiator — the tactical appearance appeals to those who want something other than standard blued or stainless. Build quality overall is described as solid, and range performance is generally positive: accurate, manageable recoil, and reliable through normal practice sessions. Owners who enjoy customizing their 1911 platform find the Taurus easy to work with.

The criticisms are specific. Quality control comes up: some owners report fit-and-finish inconsistencies between units. Feeding and ejection problems during the break-in period appear in multiple accounts, which can frustrate buyers expecting it to run perfectly out of the box. When compared directly to higher-priced 1911 brands, some shooters find the Taurus falls short on both refinement and long-term durability.

Weight at 41.8 oz is a point that splits opinion: useful for managing .45 ACP recoil at the range, less ideal for extended daily carry.

The value angle is where it consistently earns credit. The Taurus 1911 delivers a feature set — Novak sights, VZ grips, Cerakote finish — at a price point that undercuts better-known 1911 makers, which keeps it in consideration for buyers who want those features without the premium cost.