Rock Island Armory GI Standard CS .45 ACP Black Parkerized 1911 Pistol
Specifications
Grip Wood
Action Single Action
Finish Black Parkerized
Sights Iron Sights
Weight 34.56 ounces
Capacity 6+1
Grip Safety Yes
Optic Ready No
Barrel Length 3.5 inches
Caliber / Gauge .45 ACP
Manual Safety Yes
Overall Length 7.63 inches
Threaded Barrel No
Mode Of Operation Semi-Automatic
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to WWW.P65WARNINGS.CA.GOV
Description
Product Overview
Rock Island Armory’s GI Standard CS is a compact, 1911-style .45 ACP pistol built for quick handling and everyday carry. This CA-compliant CS variant features a 3.50 in barrel, fixed low-profile 3-dot sights, and a durable black parkerized finish designed to resist glare and wear. The smooth wood grips provide a classic look and comfortable control for fast, confident draws.
Key Features
- 3.50 in .45 ACP barrel for a compact 1911 platform with balanced recoil
- 6+1 single-stack capacity for consistent, dependable feeding
- Wood grips for a classic feel and comfortable handling
- Fixed low-profile 3-dot sights for straightforward target acquisition
- Black Parkerized finish for a tough, non-reflective surface
A straightforward, classic 1911 configuration in a compact CS format—ideal when you want simple, reliable performance in a .45 ACP handgun.
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James Q.
2 months ago
Verified Purchaser
Perfect size for...
Perfect size for everyday carry. Easy to conceal either in a shoulder holster or IWB. I use an owb holster with open end and when carried with a shirt outside the waistband, it completely disappears with virtually no printing. I would add that I am not skinny and I can carry all day in comfort. The action is tight with no barrel wobble. Two downsides which are easily correctable. The first is the sights. Very small and hard for some of us older generation to see. I corrected that by putting several coats of bright green nail polish on the front sight, followed up with two coats of clear lacquer polish. The second are the grips. Very plain and looked washed out. Cheesy comes to mind. However, a new set of highly polished wood grips makes the gun look completely new and upgraded. Thicker than the regular grips and will not irritate the skin if the gun is worn on the outside of the pants without a T shirt. It is a very good firearm at a very reasonable price.
Ricky S.
2 months ago
Verified Purchaser
Great looks, nice...
Great looks, nice finishing, but the taketown??? I sold this at a loss after the mickey mouse design of takedown. I am an old school 1911 guy and what they did to a classic with the funky paperclip BS is crimnal.
Alexander M.
2 months ago
Verified Purchaser
Bought this gun for my...
Bought this gun for my wife, I love 1911s. I'm not sure about the bushing style, through no fault of the gun itself having to have a paperclip on hand to clean it is kinda wack. I recommend a standard 5" bushing 1911 but this one is plenty fine barring that design choice.
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Questions & Answers
Q: Is there a difference in the CA compliant model and the regular one?
Author: Trevor C.
(4) ANSWERS
A: In general, no differences on the pistols. The pistols that are currently on the Roster are grand fathered. It's the new requirements that makes getting nearly identical models added to the Roster (which is silly). There can be no change to the pistol not even color or it has to be re-certified. The cost to manufacturers and the hoops to jump through to get pistols on this CA Roster (which is exactly what CA wants) is causing this roster to shrink. Many manufacturers simply don't bother.
Author: James G.
A: really no differences the CA DOJ list is a way for CA to restrict what their resident can own and force the manafactures to pay more to CA to be allowed to sell there (Politics and money)
Author: Randy I.
A: HI Trevor, No differences I own the Ca model. It has everything that the other does. It's just California is gradually taking our rights to own firearms. We will never see any newer models either except in revolvers.
Author: Steve P.
A: Please click the green box stating it as the best answer. We are rated on our answers and are just volunteers, not Buds employees. You can choose more then one Thank you!
Author: Steve P.
Q: Does anyone know if this will accept a regular 7 or 8 round 1911 mag? Also what makes it CA compliant. It doesn't matter to me as I'm in PA but I want to know if it will take regular mags. Thanks
Author: Brandon Y.
(10) ANSWERS
A: Hi brandon, The chamber indicator makes it CA compliant. Yes the standard 1911 magazines will work.
Author: Steve P.
A: Please click the green box stating it as the best answer. We are rated on our answers and are just volunteers, not Buds employees. You can choose more then one Thank you!
Author: Steve P.
A: No differences I own the Ca model except for the chamber indicator. It has everything that the other does. It's just California is gradually taking our rights to own firearms. We will never see any newer models either except in revolvers.
Author: Steve P.
A: While the standard (government and commander) 1911 mags will fit and function they will extend below the bottom of the magazine well the CS uses officers size magazines these are the proper "Officers" size mags To make it ca compliant they pay CA a lot of money to certify it by the CA DOJ https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=1911+Officers+Magazine
Author: Randy I.
A: Please click the green box stating it as the best answer. We are rated on our answers and are just volunteers, not Buds employees. You can choose more then one Thank you!
Author: Steve P.
A: Please click the green box stating it as the best answer. We are rated on our answers and are just volunteers, not Buds employees. You can choose more then one Thank you!
Author: Steve P.
A: CA requires the "Loaded Chamber Indicator" (LCI) to be compliant. This pistol does come with a 7rd magazine and not the 6rd listed by Buds. You can buy extra (1911 45ACP 7rd CS) magazines directly from Rock Island/Armscor here : http://armscor.com/parts-accessories/magazines/
Author: James G.
A: Please click the green box stating it as the best answer. We are rated on our answers and are just volunteers, not Buds employees. You can choose more then one Thank you!
Author: Steve P.
A: You can use any 1911 magazine with this pistol including the 10 round mags. The only problem with the longer mags is that you can "over-insert" them which will tie the gun up if you forcefully seat them during a quick reload. Gently seat them and you'll be okay.
Author: Mark G.
A: While the standard (government and commander) 1911 mags will fit and function they will extend below the bottom of the magazine well the CS uses officers size magazines these are the proper "Officers" size mags To make it ca compliant they pay CA a lot of money to certify it by the CA DOJ budsgunshop.com/catalog/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=1911+Officers+Magazine
Author: Randy I.
Q: Barrel length 3.25 or 3.5 with corresponding model #
Author: Richard P.
(6) ANSWERS
A: Barrel length is 3.5 -- Specifications and Features: Rock Island 1911 Pistol Caliber: .45 ACP Action: Semi-Automatic >>>>>>>>Barrel Length: 3.5 Inches Magazine Capacity: 7 Rounds Sights: Fixed Size: Compact Frame Material: Steel Frame Finish: Parkerized
Author: Steve P.
A: Please click the green box stating it as the best answer. This will stop unwanted emails. We are rated on our answers and are just volunteers, not Buds employees. You can choose more then one Thank you!
Author: Steve P.
A: 3.5 inches The Rock Island Armory 1911 Pistol is an extraordinary compliment to the very first 1911 model, and those familiar with the original will know it as soon as this pistol is in their hands. The compact alloy frame of the Rock Island Armory 1911 Pistol is equipped with wood grips and is able to chamber 7 rounds of powerful .45 ACP ammunition, making it the perfect firearm for home protection. Fixed sights accent the 3.5 inch parkerized barrel of the Rock Island Armory 1911 Pistol to assist with precise accuracy. Whether being used for personal protection or for target practice, the Rock Island Armory 1911 Pistol is sure to impress. Specifications and Features: Rock Island Armory 1911 Pistol Caliber: .45 ACP Action: Semi-Automatic Barrel Length: 3.5 Inches Magazine Capacity: 7 Rounds Sights: Fixed Size: Compact Frame Material: Steel Frame Finish: Parkerized
Author: Randy I.
A: Please click the green box stating it as the best answer. This will stop unwanted emails. We are rated on our answers and are just volunteers, not Buds employees. You can choose more then one Thank you!
Author: Steve P.
A: Hey Richard, it is a 3.5 inch barrel. hope that helps!
Author: Wade W.
A: 3.5 inches The Rock Island Armory 1911 Pistol is an extraordinary compliment to the very first 1911 model, and those familiar with the original will know it as soon as this pistol is in their hands. The compact alloy frame of the Rock Island Armory 1911 Pistol is equipped with wood grips and is able to chamber 7 rounds of powerful .45 ACP ammunition, making it the perfect firearm for home protection. Fixed sights accent the 3.5 inch parkerized barrel of the Rock Island Armory 1911 Pistol to assist with precise accuracy. Whether being used for personal protection or for target practice, the Rock Island Armory 1911 Pistol is sure to impress. Specifications and Features: Rock Island Armory 1911 Pistol Caliber: .45 ACP Action: Semi-Automatic Barrel Length: 3.5 Inches Magazine Capacity: 7 Rounds Sights: Fixed Size: Compact Frame Material: Steel Frame Finish: Parkerized
Author: Randy I.
Q: Hi there I was wondering if Rock island 51416 gi p rated?
Author: Edgar R.
(3) ANSWERS
A: Yes sir, it is +P rated. Keep in ind one should never feed any pistol a steady diet of +P, all the time, simply because it does cause some extra wear and tear even though the gun is +P rated. .
Author: Rick C.
A: Edgar, yes these guns are safe for use with +P ammo. From the RIA/Armscor FAQ: "Yes all of our guns are +p ammo ready, but please use only when necessary." FAQ Link: https://armscor.com/support-center/faqs/#collapse11
Author: Trevor D.
A: Edgar, yes. This Rock Island Pistol is +P Rated. I own several and have been shooting Underwood, Buffalo Bore and Doubletap loads for years with no issues. A heavier recoil spring is a good idea if you plan to shoot lots of +P loads.
Author: James G.
Q: How can calif do this BS? What happenned to the second amendment?
Author: Leigh W.
(1) ANSWER
A: Leigh, Cali has a long history of firearm suppression by almost any means necessary. Classic State law stepping over Federal Law.
Author: James G.
Q: What is the pound trigger pull on this gun ? Thanks.
Author: Jerre P.
(3) ANSWERS
A: Per Armscor/Rock Island's website: True to all Rock Island 1911s, this GI Standard comes with a crisp factory 4- to 6-pound trigger for a great experience right out of the box." Link to their full page on this item here: https://armscor.com/firearms/ria/gi-series/gi-standard-cs-45-acp1/
Author: Andrew B.
A: Jerre, this 1911 has a Crisp 4-6 lbs. single action trigger pull Sir. Cheers!
Author: James G.
A: According to research, there is a 4-6 pound trigger pull. Since this is California compliant, I have one, but I haven't tested the trigger pull with my trigger pull weight tool. I'm not home right now, otherwise I would test it and give you my findings. But it is a great trigger for what the firearm is worth. It was my pleasure to assist you. RIP Kobe Bryant.
Author: Rudy G.
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