ON SALE! COLT O5970GCL-TT GOLD CUP LITE 45 ACP 8+1 5" NM BBL

Description:
The Colt Gold Cup Lite (O5970GCL-TT) is a competition-oriented 45 ACP 1911 pistol built on a full-size Government Model platform with a 5-inch National Match barrel, two-tone stainless and blued finish, and factory-installed competition sights, making it a practical choice for target shooters and 1911 competitors who want Gold Cup accuracy in a full-size 1911 pistol in 45 ACP without stepping up to the full Trophy price point. The Gold Cup Lite ships ready for the range and the competition line right out of the box, with no aftermarket upgrades required to be competitive.
Key Features

• Part number: O5970GCL-TT
• Caliber: 45 ACP
• Capacity: 8+1
• Barrel: 5-inch National Match, fitted to slide and frame
• Action: Single action only (SAO), semi-automatic, 1911 Government Model platform
• Frame material: Stainless steel
• Frame finish: Blue
• Slide material: Stainless steel
• Slide finish: Brushed satin stainless, matte top flat
• Overall finish: Two-tone, blued frame with stainless slide
• Grips: Blue G10 checkered with scallop design
• Front sight: Novak fiber optic
• Rear sight: Bomar-style fully adjustable
• Safety: Ambidextrous thumb safety, upswept beavertail grip safety
• Trigger: Skeletonized wide target trigger
• Hammer: Skeletonized
• Overall length: 8.5 inches
• Weight: 38 oz
• Magazines included: 1

Special Features

• The 5-inch National Match barrel is hand-fitted to both the slide and frame at the factory, producing the tight lockup that delivers the Gold Cup line's reputation for consistent out-of-the-box accuracy
• The Bomar-style fully adjustable rear sight allows precise windage and elevation tuning for different loads and distances, giving competitors a repeatable zero across multiple ammunition types
• The matte flat top on the stainless slide eliminates glare when looking down the sighting plane, keeping the sight picture clean under range lighting and bright outdoor conditions
• The two-tone finish pairs a blued steel frame with a brushed satin stainless slide, producing a visual contrast that distinguishes the Gold Cup Lite from both all-blued and all-stainless 1911 options in the same category
• The Series 70 wide target trigger is fitted to deliver a consistent pull width that competition and target shooters prefer over the standard narrow trigger blade
• Blue G10 scalloped grips provide a firm, non-slip purchase without requiring checkering as aggressive as standard G10 panels, giving the shooter a comfortable grip during extended range sessions

Practical Benefits

• The factory-fitted National Match barrel and adjustable Bomar-style sights give you a competition-ready platform that goes from the box to the shooting bench without gunsmith work or sight swaps
• The 45 ACP chambering keeps the Colt Gold Cup Lite (O5970GCL-TT) compatible with the widest selection of target and match-grade ammunition on the market, from standard 230-grain ball to specialized wadcutter and hollow point loads
• The skeletonized trigger and hammer reduce reciprocating mass and give the pistol a more refined single action pull profile that target shooters and bullseye competitors will appreciate immediately
• The full Government Model frame and 8.5-inch overall length give experienced 1911 shooters the familiar grip angle, sight radius, and balance point they already know, shortening the learning curve and maximizing time on target
• Whether you run the Colt Gold Cup Lite in 45 ACP on the competition circuit or use it as a dedicated range pistol, your investment in a factory-fitted National Match platform gives you a 1911 built to group tighter than the standard production line allows.

The Colt Gold Cup Lite (O5970GCL-TT) in 45 ACP is a solid fit for the competitive shooter or serious range enthusiast who wants a factory-accurate, sights-ready 1911 with the Gold Cup name and National Match barrel performance at a practical price point.

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Handgun Caliber: .45 ACP (.45 Auto)
Manufacturer: COLT
Model: GOLD CUP TROPHY
Barrel Length: 5
Caliber Info: 45 ACP
Condition: NEW

Price: $1,149.99
Shipping: $35.00