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COLT MKIV SERIES 80 .380 ACP
Guns International #: 103157264 Seller's Inventory #: 534406
Category: Colt Pistols - .380 Pistols
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Description:
Guns Listing ID: 534406
Colt MK IV Series 80 – .380 ACP Semi-Automatic Pistol
The Colt MK IV Series 80 in .380 ACP is a compact, blowback-operated pistol designed for discreet carry and personal defense. Often referred to as the Colt Government .380, this model mirrors the styling and ergonomics of the full-size 1911, but in a downsized format tailored for the .380 ACP cartridge. Produced from the early 1980s through the late 1990s, it represents Colt’s attempt to offer a sleek, concealable sidearm with the familiarity of the 1911 platform.
Design and Features
Built with a single-action, blowback design, the Series 80 .380 functions similarly to its larger .45 ACP sibling, including a manual thumb safety, grip safety, and single-stack magazine. Unlike locked-breech 1911s, the Series 80 .380 operates on a straight blowback system, which simplifies its internal mechanics but slightly increases felt recoil for the caliber.
The frame and slide are made of steel or alloy depending on the variant, and the pistol features low-profile fixed sights, a short recoil spring guide rod, and classic 1911-style controls in a reduced footprint.
As part of the Series 80 design, this pistol includes Colt’s firing pin safety system, intended to prevent accidental discharge if dropped—an important feature for a carry weapon.
Specifications
Action: Single-action, blowback-operated
Caliber: .380 ACP
Barrel Length: 3.25 inches
Overall Length: Approx. 6.13 inches
Capacity: 7+1 rounds (single-stack magazine)
Weight: Approx. 20–23 oz (depending on frame material)
Frame Material: Steel or aluminum alloy (variant-dependent)
Grips: Checkered plastic or wood (depending on model)
Sights: Fixed front blade, fixed rear notch
Finish Options: Blued, Stainless, Nickel
Safety Features: Thumb safety, grip safety, Series 80 firing pin block
Legacy and Use
The Colt MK IV Series 80 in .380 ACP remains a cult favorite among concealed carry users, collectors, and 1911 enthusiasts. Its slim profile, classic styling, and Colt quality have ensured its lasting appeal even after production ceased.
Often considered one of the classiest .380 pistols ever made, it offers the aesthetics and feel of a full-size 1911 in a compact package. Though later replaced by polymer-framed competitors, the Colt .380 Government remains an iconic carry gun and a highly collectible piece of 1980s-era Colt history.
Price: $829.99
Manufacturer: COLT
Model: MKIV SERIES 80
Caliber Info: .380 ACP
Condition: Used - Non-Certified
Barrels: 3.25 BARREL
Action: SEMI AUTOMATIC
Finish: stainless steel