Wilson Combat CQB 45 ACP 5 Inch Black – Rugged Classic 1911

Description

The Wilson Combat CQB 45 ACP 5 Inch Black (Wilson model CQB-FS-45) is the classic Wilson fighting 1911: a Government-length 45 ACP with a hand-fit match-grade barrel, 8-round magazines, a single-side Bullet Proof thumb safety and the black Armor-Tuff finish.

Wilson Combat CQB 45 ACP 5 Inch Black Overview

Lipsey’s lists the CQB 45 at 40 ounces with a 5 inch barrel and an 8.7 inch overall length, shipped with two 8-round magazines. It has G10 Starburst grips, a checkered front strap, a contoured magazine well, a Battlesight rear and a fiber optic front. The CQB was built around the idea of a 1911 that does everything a duty or defensive pistol needs without extras that add cost or snag points.

The 45 ACP Case

The 230 grain 45 ACP pushes rather than snaps in a 40 ounce steel gun, and many shooters find it easier to control than they expect. Capacity is the tradeoff: 8+1 versus 10+1 in the 9mm CQB, and 45 ACP ammunition costs noticeably more to shoot. It remains a proven defensive cartridge with a wide choice of quality hollow points.

Single-Side Safety

This version has a right-hand-only thumb safety, which keeps the right side of the frame clean and works with any standard 1911 holster. Left-handed shooters should look at an ambidextrous model instead. The High-Ride beavertail and grip safety reward a high grip and keep the hammer off the web of the hand.

Sights and Feel

The Battlesight rear is snag-free and the fiber optic front is quick in daylight; it does not glow in darkness, so consider tritium for a house gun. Checkering on the front strap and the G10 panels keeps the gun planted during recoil without abrading your hand.

Magazines Matter

Most 1911 malfunctions trace back to magazines. Stick with Wilson or other proven 8-round 45 ACP magazines, number them, and retire any that cause trouble. Wilson’s own magazines are pricey but are designed around these guns.

Ownership

A hand-fitted Wilson costs more than a production 1911 but tends to hold its value well. Plan on cleaning and lubricating the rails regularly, replacing recoil springs on schedule, and buying a good holster made for a five inch Government frame.

State Laws and Ownership

Pennsylvania has no handgun roster and no magazine capacity limit, but handgun transfers run through the state PICS check. Other states, including California, Massachusetts and New York, restrict which handguns dealers may sell, and several states cap magazines at 10 or 15 rounds. Check your own state and local rules and confirm with your receiving FFL before ordering.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Wilson Combat
• Model: CQB, CQB-FS-45
• UPC: 811826025357
• Caliber: 45 ACP
• Action: Single action 1911
• Barrel: 5 in. hand-fit match grade
• Capacity: 8+1, two 8 rd magazines
• Sights: Battlesight rear, fiber optic front
• Safety: Bullet Proof thumb safety (right side)
• Grips: G10 Starburst
• Frame details: Checkered front strap, contoured magazine well
• Finish: Black Armor-Tuff
• Length: 8.7 in.
• Weight: 40 oz

Before You Buy

Federal law requires handgun buyers to be at least 21 years old when buying from a licensed dealer, and the pistol transfers at your FFL with a Form 4473 and background check. Budget for 45 ACP practice ammunition and quality spare magazines.

Who It Is For

The Wilson Combat CQB 45 ACP 5 Inch Black is a great fit for traditional 1911 shooters who want a hand-built 45 ACP for home defense, duty-style training and range work.

Buy the Wilson Combat CQB 45 ACP 5 Inch Black at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Wilson Combat CQB 45 ACP 5 Inch Black online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more pistols. For factory details, visit Wilson Combat.