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Taurus 1911 VZ Grips .45 ACP Sand Cerakote Slide Matte Black Frame Pistol

The Taurus 1911 VZ Grips pistol is a full-size .45 ACP handgun built with a steel frame and steel slide. Its five-inch barrel and single-action firing system follow the classic 1911 pattern, while the lightened trigger includes minimal over-travel for a clean, controlled trigger press. The pistol features a Sand Cerakote slide paired with a matte black frame, custom VZ grips, Novak-style sights, an enhanced beavertail, and an ambidextrous manual safety. Its eight-round magazine provides a traditional 1911 capacity for range use and defensive applications.

Key features

  • Full-size steel-frame and steel-slide 1911 chambered in .45 ACP
  • Five-inch barrel with a 1:16 twist rate
  • Single-action firing system with a lightened, ventilated trigger
  • Ambidextrous manual safety and enhanced beavertail grip safety
  • Novak-style sights for a familiar sight picture
  • Custom VZ grips provide a secure, textured hold

The Taurus 1911 combines classic .45 ACP 1911 ergonomics with a distinctive two-tone Cerakote finish and custom VZ grips.

Taurus 1911 VZ Grips .45 ACP Sand Cerakote Slide Matte: quick facts

What caliber is the Taurus 1911 VZ Grips .45 ACP Sand Cerakote Slide Matte?
It is chambered in .45 ACP.
How many rounds does it hold?
8+1 rounds; magazines included: 1.
How big and heavy is it?
Barrel length 5 inches, overall length 8.5 inches, weight 39.2 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: Standard Sights; finish: Sand Cerakote Slide Matte Black Frame.
Is it new or used?
New, in the original packaging.
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 $710.39. Orders leave within 1-2 business days; shipping is free over $999.

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