Description
The Smith Wesson SW1911SC E-Series 45 ACP is a pistol chambered in 45 ACP with a 4.25-inch barrel and a 8+1 capacity. It pairs a lightweight scandium round-butt frame with a stainless steel barrel, night sights, and wood grips.
Smith Wesson SW1911SC E-Series 45 ACP Overview
Smith & Wesson builds its SW1911 line on John Moses Browning’s classic single-action design, and the E-Series adds distinctive styling with fish-scale slide serrations. This SC model uses a scandium alloy frame with a rounded butt, which cuts weight and removes the sharp corner that tends to print through clothing. It comes with both a 7-round and an 8-round magazine, and it is listed as Massachusetts compliant.
Design and Features
The 4.25-inch Commander-length stainless steel barrel balances velocity with a shorter, handier slide. The scandium frame keeps carry weight down while the steel slide adds strength where it counts. A grip safety and a thumb safety follow the traditional 1911 layout, and the wood grip panels give the black finish a classic look.
Handling and Carry
The round-butt frame and Commander slide make this 1911 noticeably easier to carry than a full-size Government model. The slim single-stack grip suits a wide range of hand sizes, and the light frame means you will feel more recoil than with a steel gun, so a firm grip pays off. It rides well in a quality leather or Kydex inside-the-waistband holster.
Trigger and Controls
The single-action 1911 trigger is short and crisp with a clean break, which is a big part of why the design is still loved more than a century later. Carry it cocked and locked with the thumb safety engaged, and sweep the safety off as you bring the gun on target.
Sights and Optics
Night sights glow in low light, making it easier to line up your shot at dusk or indoors. The slide is not cut for an optic.
The 45 ACP Cartridge
The 45 ACP has served American shooters for more than a century. Its big, slower bullet hits hard with a recoil impulse many describe as a firm push.
Setup and Accessories
A good holster is the most important accessory for any carry pistol. Choose one that covers the trigger guard completely and holds the gun securely, then add a sturdy gun belt, spare magazines, and a weapon light if the frame has a rail. Practice drawing and reloading with an unloaded gun until it feels natural.
Ownership Tips
Read the owner’s manual fully before your first range trip, and keep the manual, box, and receipt with your records for warranty service and resale. Unload the pistol and confirm it is empty before cleaning. Field-strip it according to the owner’s manual, scrub the bore with a brush and patches, and wipe carbon from the breech face and slide rails. Apply a light coat of quality gun oil to the contact points, and wipe the exterior with a lightly oiled cloth before storage.
State Laws
Magazine capacity limits, feature restrictions, and transfer rules vary by state and locality. Check your local laws before ordering, and ask your receiving dealer if you are unsure whether this configuration is legal where you live.
Specifications
- Caliber: 45 ACP
- Capacity: 7+1 and 8+1 (two magazines)
- Barrel: 4.25 inches, stainless steel
- Action: Single action
- Frame: Scandium alloy, round butt
- Finish: Black
- Sights: Night sights
- Safety: Grip and thumb safety
- Grips: Wood
Before You Buy
Federal law requires handgun purchases to go through a licensed dealer, and buyers must be 21 or older to buy a handgun from a dealer. We ship to the FFL dealer of your choice, and your dealer handles the background check and transfer.
Who It Is For
The Smith Wesson SW1911SC E-Series 45 ACP is a great fit for concealed carriers, home defenders, and range shooters who want a dependable pistol from Smith & Wesson.
Buy the Smith Wesson SW1911SC E-Series 45 ACP at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Smith Wesson SW1911SC E-Series 45 ACP online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more pistols. For factory details, visit Smith & Wesson.
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