Springfield Armory Mil-Spec .45 ACP Parkerized Pistol

A: Springfield does have the passive firing pin block that the Colts have. They are series 70 only.

A: This is Series 70. No passive firing pin pin block. Slide serrations are lllll on 70's and \\\\\ on most 80's series 1911 as well.

A: I say 70series for many reasons.

A: While it is believed to be 70 series, you can call the manufacturer and inquire. Toll-Free: (800) 680-6866

A: The pistol and barrel will handle the hard cast bullets just fine I would just keep checking and watching fro leading of the barrel (may require more cleaning)

A: Christopher, this pistol will handle the Underwood ammunition in moderation. It has the proper case support to fire these. Older 1911's without fully supported chambers would be the issue. That said, I would still ask Springfield just for safety/warranty purposes anyway at 1-800-680-6866. Customer service representatives can take your call Monday through Friday 8:30 to 4:30 CST.

A: Ken, yes, this pistol also has a Standard GI Thumb Safety.

A: yes it does have a Right side thumb safety

A: Hi Ken, yes, this pistol also has a Standard GI Thumb Safety.

A: Marcel, yes they will. You will have no issues with fit/function.

A: Yes the will along with any other full size 1911 mags

A: Marcel, they will work, and I've had good luck using Kimber 8 rd mags in my Springfield 1911. They work as well as any other good quality mag. Chip McCormick makes dependable flush fittting mags as well, as do Checkmate and MecGar, to name a couple. .

A: this Springfield 1911 is a series 70 firing system

A: Steven, this 1911 has a "Series 70" Firing System. If you want a true GI-style 1911, the Mil-Spec is the 1911 for you. No firing pin safety and no external extractor.

A: James, No problem with +P ammo. The MilSpec 1911 was designed for hot ammo. It was built for hot NATO ammo. Shooting reloads or hand loaded ammo will void the warranty.

A: James, yes Sir. "Springfield only recommends shooting +p ammunition in barrels of 5'' or more." This is in the Mil-Spec 1911 Owners Manual.