Springfield Armory Mil-Spec .45 ACP Parkerized 1911-Style Semi-Automatic Pistol

A: Its a series 70 firing system it also has the Springfield ILS ( internal lock system)

A: Ryan - Series 70 - which means the superior trigger. If you've never shot a Springfield 1911 Mil Spec, you're in for a treat!

A: Jeffrey, no Sir it is not the "Defender Series". ---- [The Stainless Steel Mil-Spec is built on a full-size frame and slide. The pistol is made from stainless steel, which has a polished finish on the flat surfaces and bead-blasted matte finish on the rounded areas. The 5 inch barrel is match grade and made from stainless steel. The slide features slanted serrations on the rear only. The mainspring housing is the original arched style found on GI issue 1911-A1s, but it includes the Springfield Armory I.L.S. The pistol also has a standard spur hammer and standard grip safety. The single-sided, non-extended thumb safety and short military combat trigger are true to the original 1911-A1 design. The combat 3-Dot sights are fixed, and the ejection port is lowered and flared. Each Mil-Spec comes with a beautiful pair of cross-cannon emblazoned walnut grips that are held in place with slotted grip screws.]

A: William, It should also be noted that older versions of the Springfield Mil-Spec 1911-A1 pistols have a trigger pull of around 7 pounds. If you do not want such a heavy trigger, than the newer models that have only a 4.5 trigger will be more to your liking; especially if you are interested in firing quickly and accurately. Installing a slightly heavier recoil spring is one of the best upgrades for your weapon. Try an 18 ½ vs the 16 that most Springfield Mil-Spec 1911-A1 45ACP pistols come with. The heavier spring offers a little more power when chambering a round. I would also replace the rear sight.

A: I always replace the titanium firing pin with a steel one for reliable ignition.