COLT MK IV SERIES 80 GOVERNMENT

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The Colt MK IV Series 80 Government Model is a semi-automatic, single-action recoil-operated pistol based on the timeless M1911 design. Introduced by Colt in 1983 to succeed the Series 70, this firearm is highly regarded for personal defense, target shooting, and historical collection.The Defining Feature: Firing Pin SafetyThe primary evolutionary change of the Series 80 is its passive internal firing pin block safety.
Drop Safety: A series of internal levers and a plunger lock the firing pin in place. It prevents accidental discharges if the pistol is dropped on its muzzle.
Trigger Activation: The firing pin is only released when the trigger is fully depressed to the rear.
New Half-Cock Notch: It features an updated half-cock design on the sear that drops the hammer safely when the trigger is pulled from that position.
Core Technical Specifications While historically rooted in the hard-hitting .45 ACP, the Series 80 Government Model was manufactured in various configurations:
Standard Calibers: Primarily chambered in .45 ACP, 9mm Luger, and .38 Super. A scaled-down, compact variant was also produced in .380 ACP.Standard Barrel Length: 5 inches for the full-sized Government model. Compact variants (like the .380 version) utilize shorter 3.25-inch to 3.5-inch barrels.Magazine Capacity: Typically 7 or 8 rounds for .45 ACP and 9 rounds for 9mm / .38 Super.
Overall Weight: Approximately 2.34 lbs (empty) for the standard all-steel 5-inch model.Materials, Finishes, and FurnitureColt built the Series 80 to cater to both traditional aesthetics and modern ruggedness:Metal Finishes: Available in classic brushed blue, satin nickel, polished nickel, and stainless steel.
A premium "Ultimate" bright stainless steel finish was also offered.Grip Materials: Factory configurations featured checkered walnut wood with Colt brass medallions, black textured plastic, or wrap-around rubber grips.Sights: Equipped with standard fixed low-profile iron sights (square notch rear, blade front), though target variations like the Gold Cup National Match utilized adjustable Accro or Ellison sights.
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UPC	ECOM00602974
Action	SEMI AUTOMATIC
Barrel Length	3.25" BARREL
Caliber	.380 ACP
Capacity	9 ROUNDS
Finish	SATIN SILVER

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