Taurus builds the 1911 Commander to the classic mid-size pattern, with a 4.2-inch barrel that shortens the slide and sight radius from a Government model while keeping the full-size grip and magazine capacity. That combination has been popular since Colt introduced it, because most of the concealment benefit comes from the shorter slide, not a shorter grip.

Chambered in .45 ACP with a grey finish and VZ grips, it is a solid, all-steel single action pistol. The steel frame does real work absorbing recoil, making the .45 noticeably easier to shoot well than lighter alternatives.

This firearm ships to your chosen FFL dealer for transfer. Order online from Dawson Defense, an Arizona-owned licensed dealer and importer.