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Colt Combat Elite Defender Compact .45 ACP Two-Tone PVD Finish Pistol

The Colt Combat Elite Defender is a compact 1911-style pistol chambered in .45 ACP. Its 3-inch stainless steel barrel and steel frame provide a durable carry-oriented platform, while the two-tone PVD finish pairs a stainless steel frame with a black serrated slide. Novak night sights support target acquisition in low-light conditions, and the black scalloped G10 grip offers a secure, textured hold. The single-action design includes an ambidextrous manual thumb safety and an upswept beavertail grip safety. This blemished model includes two 7-round magazines.

Key features

  • Compact 1911 design with a 3-inch stainless steel barrel for convenient everyday carry
  • Single-action operation chambered in .45 ACP
  • Two-tone PVD finish with stainless steel frame and black serrated slide
  • Novak night sights help provide a clear sight picture in low-light conditions
  • Black scalloped G10 grip delivers a secure and durable gripping surface
  • Ambidextrous manual safety and beavertail grip safety provide layered handling controls

The Colt Combat Elite Defender combines compact 1911 handling with .45 ACP performance and practical carry-focused features.

Colt Combat Elite Defender Compact .45 ACP Two-Tone PVD: quick facts

What caliber is the Colt Combat Elite Defender Compact .45 ACP Two-Tone PVD?
It is chambered in .45 ACP.
How many rounds does it hold?
7+1 rounds; magazines included: 2.
How big and heavy is it?
Barrel length 3 inches, overall length 6.75 inches, weight 24 ounces.
What kind of action does it use?
Single Action.
Is it optic ready or threaded?
Optic ready: No; threaded barrel: No.
What sights and finish does it have?
Sights: Night Sights; finish: Two-Tone PVD Finish SS Black.
Is it new or used?
Used, sold as described above. Look it over at your dealer when you pick it up.
Can I buy it in Connecticut?
Yes. It ships to a licensed FFL dealer in Connecticut; you pick it up there after the background check. Connecticut buyers need a pistol permit or Handgun Eligibility Certificate, and the Connecticut dealer will only transfer this model if it and its magazines (10 rounds or fewer) are legal in Connecticut.
Is it in stock?
Yes, at $1205.76. Orders leave within 1-2 business days; shipping is free over $999.

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