The Taurus 1911 is a full-size single-action pistol chambered in 9mm Luger. It carries the traditional 1911 layout — steel frame and slide with a matte black finish — paired with Novak drift-adjustable front and rear sights, checkered black polymer grips, and three overlapping safety mechanisms: manual thumb, grip, and firing pin safeties. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taurus 
• Model: 1911 
• Caliber: 9mm Luger 
• Action: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 9+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
• Overall Length: 8.5 inches 
• Weight: 4.45 lbs (42 oz) 
• Finish: Matte Black Steel 
• Grip Type: Checkered Black Polymer 
• Sights: Novak Drift Adjustable Front & Rear 
• Safety Features: Manual Thumb Safety, Grip Safety, Firing Pin Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The Novak sights are drift-adjustable for windage, letting shooters dial in zero without tools beyond a punch. The checkered polymer grips give a positive hold under recoil. Three safeties — thumb, grip, and firing pin — work together without making the gun difficult to access under stress. The all-steel construction at 42 oz absorbs recoil well, which tends to help accuracy with faster follow-up shots. 
 

Usage 

 
At the range, the 5" barrel and adjustable sights make it straightforward to shoot accurately at distances from 7 to 25 yards. For home defense, the 9+1 capacity gives adequate payload and the full-size grip is easy to manage under stress. The 42 oz weight means extended carry is tiring, but for a bedside or range gun it is a non-issue.

Owners of the Taurus 1911 Matte Black generally appreciate the solid construction and classic 1911 look. The matte black finish holds up well to handling, and the 5" barrel makes it easy to shoot accurately at typical pistol distances. Most owners report reliable function across a range of ammunition once the gun has a few hundred rounds through it — some feeding and ejection hiccups during break-in are mentioned fairly often, which is common with tight 1911-pattern pistols.

The grip gets good marks for comfort, and the full-size weight provides a stable shooting platform, though a minority of owners find 42 oz heavy for anything beyond range use. Compared to other steel 1911s at this price point, most buyers feel the value is solid — you get adjustable Novak sights and three safeties in a full-size package without paying a premium.

Customer service experiences are mixed: some owners report smooth warranty interactions, while others describe slow response times. Reliability and value are the consistent positives; customer service responsiveness is the most common complaint.