Rock Island Armory GI Standard FS 1911 .38 Special Parkerized Pistol
Specifications
Grip Wood
Action Single Action
Finish Parkerized
Sights Iron Sights
Weight 2.4 pounds
Capacity 10+1
Grip Safety Yes
Optic Ready No
Barrel Length 5 inches
Manual Safety Yes
Overall Length 8.5 inches
Caliber / Gauge .38 Special
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
The Rock Island Armory GI Standard FS 1911 is built to capture the classic U.S. GI combat feel in a modern, reliable .38 Super platform. This 5-inch pistol features fixed low-profile 3-dot iron sights for fast target acquisition, a parkerized finish for tough, non-reflective wear resistance, and traditional wood grips for comfortable carry and shooting.
Key Features
- 5-inch 1911 configuration balanced for accuracy and controllable recoil
- Fixed low-profile 3-dot iron sights for quick aiming and carry use
- Parkerized non-reflective finish designed for durable, everyday handling
- Traditional 1911 controls and ergonomics with smooth, slim handling
- Includes a 10+1 capacity magazine for ready on-target use
If you want a straightforward GI-style .38 Super 1911 with classic sighting and feel, the Rock Island Armory GI Standard FS is a dependable choice.
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Ryan G.
1 day ago
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Great shooting pistol!...
Great shooting pistol! Always wanted one in .38 Super and with this one being on sale, it was an easy decision. Build quality is great, fit and finish are also great for the price point. Very accurate and fun to shoot. Only issue I have had is with the magazine that comes with this pistol…it will not allow the pistol to cycle properly all the time. Found after market mags at my local gun shop and problem solved! Since changing magazines, I have not had any issues with it cycling. I highly recommend this pistol.
Alfred H.
1 month ago
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Great item and great...
Great item and great price
Merlin W.
1 month ago
Verified Purchaser
Wow! Just got done...
Wow! Just got done putting my first 50 rounds through this sweetheart and I'm loving it! Never owned a .38 Super before but I decided to give it a try. all 50 rounds went through without even a hiccup. The only problem I bumped into was the ammo I brought ran out too soon. Solid shooter, very accurate. Feels great in the hand. I own several RIA .45's and now this .38 and they all run like a dream. I like them every bit as well as my Tisas and my Kimber. Get you one. Or more.
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Questions & Answers
Q: what other ammo can be used? does it have to be 38 super?
Author: David S.
(4) ANSWERS
A: David, 38 Super is a unique cartridge and will be the only safe round to fire out of this pistol.
Author: James G.
A: Dave, it MUST be 38 Super. It is NOT 38 special which it is often confused with.
Author: Lynn N B.
A: yes it has to be .38 SUPER here is the ammo mine loves https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/656_2081_10000712/products_id/96093/AGUILA%201E382112%2038SUP%20130%20GR%20A+P%201000/
Author: Randy I.
A: Hi Dave, Yes it must be 38 Super. Great Firearm!
Author: Steve P.
Q: Is this pistol able to shoot 38 super +P rounds
Author: Chris P.
(4) ANSWERS
A: to further clarify " In 1974 the industry added the +P headstamp to the .38 Super to further distinguish it from the lower-pressure .38 ACP. Most current ammunition manufacturers label ammunition for the Super as .38 Super +P." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/.38_Super
Author: Randy I.
A: Yes it is I own one and you will enjoy it
Author: Randy I.
A: all 38 super is +P Since the 70's, the 38 Super cases have been designated +P, showing they are more powerful that the .38 Auto (.38 ACP) that appears the same size. .
Author: Randy I.
A: Yes, this pistol was designed to fire any Factory New 38 Super Ammunition.
Author: James G.
Q: What makes this pistol "CA" compliant? Is the Non CA compliant version better?
Author: Robert H.
(3) ANSWERS
A: same basic gun but this model was submitted to the state of CA (and RIA paid for) testing to be added to the CA DOJ approved list
Author: Randy I.
A: Pursuant to California Penal Code sections 31900-32110, effective January 1, 2001, no handgun model may be sold, transferred, manufactured, etc., in California unless that model has been tested by a certified laboratory and subsequently approved by the Department of Justice.https://oag.ca.gov/firearms/labcert
Author: Randy I.
A: As of January 1, 2001, no handgun may be manufactured within California, imported into California for sale, lent, given, kept for sale, or offered/exposed for sale unless that handgun model has passed firing, safety, and drop tests and is certified for sale in California by the Department of Justice. Private party transfers, curio/relic handguns, certain single-action revolvers, and pawn/consignment returns are exempt from this requirement.
Author: James G.
Q: Will a Wilson Combat Ramped Match Grade 38 super barrel function in the RIA 38 super gov. 1911?
Author: Toary H.
(6) ANSWERS
A: Yes Toary it would work. Hope that helps!
Author: Wade W.
A: It should be just a "Drop In" proposition Toary. As always, due to possible variations in pistol specs, it may require some minor fitting.
Author: James G.
A: Hi Toary, Yes it will fit. This is a Drop in Barrel
Author: Steve P.
A: it will fit but be aware there are really no "drop in" 1911 parts. the "minor" fitting is critical on 1911s
Author: Randy I.
A: I believe the older RIA 38 super used a non-ramped barrel and the new ones use a Clark/Para cut ramped barrel. The Wilson/Nowlin cut is different and will not fit. Get the pistol before you order a barrel to see which it is.
Author: Mark G.
A: it will fit but be aware there are really no "drop in" 1911 parts. the "minor" fitting is critical on 1911s
Author: Randy I.
Q: will this handle jhp ammo? Thanks, Mike
Author: Mike E.
(1) ANSWER
A: Yes it will Mike, I have the standard model (Non CA Compliant) and so far no issues with any Hollow point ammunition.
Author: James G.
Q: Would a 9mm slide work on this,
Author: Juan N.
(2) ANSWERS
A: Sort've, but the extractor will be slightly different and definitely the magazines, on top of a barrel swap. So if your willing to do all that, then yea it will work
Author: Milton V.
A: your problems with caliber swaps in 1911s are that most 1911s use a throated barrel not a ramped barrel. the feed ramp is part of the frame and they are cut differently for each caliber also the ejector would have to be replace with the proper ejector (ejector is pinned in place) extractor would not be a issue as the extractor is part of the 1911 slide assembly and the 38 super magazines will work just fine for 9mm I use my 38 super magazines in my 9mms all the time. It can be done but it would be better to get a dedicated 9mm and be happy
Author: Randy I.
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