Description
The Smith Wesson SW1911SC E-Series 45 ACP 4.25 is a Smith and Wesson E-Series 1911 in .45 ACP with a 4.25 inch barrel, night sights and wood laminate grips. Its lightweight scandium alloy frame and round butt grip make it one of the most carry-friendly .45 1911s you can buy.

Smith Wesson SW1911SC E-Series 45 ACP 4.25 Overview
Smith and Wesson’s E-Series brings classic 1911 styling together with modern features. The slides wear the distinctive fish scale serrations front and rear that give the E-Series its look and make press checks and slide manipulation easy. The SW1911SC uses a lightweight scandium alloy frame with a rounded butt, which reduces weight and helps the grip conceal under a shirt, paired with a stainless steel slide in a two-tone look. 45 ACP. Tritium night sights give a clear aiming point in low light, and the wood laminate E-Series grips complete the classic look.
The full-length guide rod and match-grade barrel help deliver the accuracy 1911 shooters expect.
The E-Series Look
The fish scale serrations, wood laminate grips and crisp lines make the E-Series one of the most recognizable 1911 lines on the market. It is a pistol that looks as good on display as it performs at the range.
Why 45 ACP
The .45 ACP has been paired with the 1911 for more than a century. Its heavy, slow bullet delivers a big impact with recoil that a steel or alloy 1911 handles comfortably. Choose quality jacketed hollow points for defense and 230 grain FMJ for practice.
Carry and Care
Carry a 1911 cocked and locked in a quality holster that covers the trigger guard, and practice disengaging the thumb safety as part of your draw. Keep the slide rails lightly oiled and clean the pistol after each range session for reliable function.
Practice and Training
Regular practice builds confidence and safe handling. Start at close range, focus on sight alignment and a smooth trigger press, and work back as your groups tighten. Dry fire with snap caps at home to improve your trigger control between range trips.
Choosing Ammunition
Try several brands and bullet weights to see what feeds reliably and groups best in your handgun. Use quality full metal jacket loads for practice and proven hollow points for defense, and confirm reliable function with your defensive load before carrying it.
Care and Maintenance
Clean the barrel, slide or cylinder and frame after shooting, apply a light coat of quality lubricant to moving parts, and store the handgun unloaded in a locked case or safe away from children.
Safe Storage
Store handguns unloaded in a locked safe, lockbox or with a cable lock, and keep ammunition separate when children are in the home. Quick access safes keep a defensive handgun secure but available. Teach everyone in the household basic firearm safety rules.
Recommended Accessories
A quality holster, spare magazines, eye and ear protection and a cleaning kit round out any handgun purchase. For defensive use, add a weapon light and practice drawing safely from your holster with an unloaded gun before carrying.
Ordering From MAG5
Choose your local FFL dealer at checkout and we ship directly to them. Once the firearm arrives, your dealer runs the background check and completes the transfer paperwork. Most dealers charge a modest transfer fee, so ask about it before you order.
Safe Storage
Store handguns unloaded in a locked safe, lockbox or with a cable lock, and keep ammunition separate when children are in the home. Quick access safes let you keep a defensive handgun secure but available. Teach everyone in the household basic firearm safety rules.
Ordering From MAG5
Choose your local FFL dealer at checkout and we ship directly to them. Once the firearm arrives, your dealer will run the background check and complete the transfer paperwork. Most dealers charge a modest transfer fee, so ask about it before you order.
State Laws
Firearm, magazine and transfer laws vary by state. Check your local laws and confirm your receiving dealer can complete the transfer.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson
- Model: SW1911SC E-Series
- Item Number: 108485
- UPC: 022188084856
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Action: Single action 1911
- Capacity: 8+1
- Barrel Length: 4.25 inch
- Frame: Scandium alloy, round butt
- Slide: Stainless steel
- Sights: Tritium night sights
- Grips: Wood laminate E-Series
- Safeties: Thumb safety and grip safety
- Slide Serrations: Fish scale, front and rear
- Weight: about 29.6 oz
Before You Buy
Federal law requires handguns to ship to a licensed FFL dealer, and you must be 21 or older to purchase a handgun from a dealer. You will complete a background check at your dealer. Check your local laws before ordering.
Who It Is For
The Smith Wesson SW1911SC E-Series 45 ACP 4.25 is a great fit for 1911 fans who want a lighter, carry-friendly .45 ACP with night sights and classic E-Series styling.
Buy the this model at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the this model online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more pistols. For factory details, visit Smith and Wesson.







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