Colt Optics-Ready 1911 Competition | Classic Meets Speed

If you’re the kind of shooter who sees every drill or backyard target as a competition, the Colt Optics-Ready 1911 Competition Series might be calling your name. This is Colt’s take on blending old-school precision with modern upgrades—G10 grips, checkering, match-grade barrel, and a Series 70 trigger that feels as good as it sounds.

In this video, we test it on the range with and without a red dot, discuss how it feels to shoot in a fast-paced course, and explain why red dot shooting can be a "cheat code" if you learn to trust your target focus.

Reloads? Tight. Hits? Satisfying. And if you're into 1911s, this might be your next go-to for the single-stack game.

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