The Springfield Armory 1911 Emissary AOS is a factory optics-ready 1911 configured for .45 ACP with a 4.25″ match-grade bull barrel and a black Cerakote finish. The pistol integrates the Agency Optic System (AOS) to accept a range of popular optic footprints and pairs a Tri-Top cut slide with flat-top serrations for a compact, low-profile sighting plane. It ships with VZ Thin-Line G10 grips and two 8-round magazines, making it suitable for duty, home defense, or range use where a compact 1911 platform is preferred.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is .45 ACP.
- The barrel measures 4.25 inches and is described as match-grade.
- The magazine capacity is 8 rounds (two 8-round magazines included).
- The action is Semi-Auto.
- The slide is finished in black Cerakote and features a Tri-Top cut with 40 LPI flat-top serrations.
- The pistol is optics-ready via the Agency Optic System (AOS) with plates for common footprints.
- The grips are VZ Thin-Line G10.
- The front sight is tritium and the rear sight is described as fixed/luminescent-ready.
- The slide material is listed as carbon steel.
- The overall length is 7.75 inches.
The Emissary AOS blends traditional 1911 ergonomics and controls with modern optics compatibility and a match-barrel profile to deliver a refined shooting experience in a compact package. Its feature set is aimed at shooters who value a tactile, single-action platform with contemporary sighting options and quality components.
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