The Ruger SR-1911 Limited Newport pistol in 11.43 x 23 mm (.45 ACP) caliber is an upgraded and more compact version of the classic American M1911. With its appearance it pays homage to more than a century of history of one of the most recognizable and reliable small arms models in the world. The pistol retains the classic lines and ergonomics of the original M1911, while making a number of technical and material improvements that meet the requirements of modern users. A distinctive feature of the pistol is equipping it with striking blue facings and beautiful engravings on the breech with a plant-animal motif. The model is available in a limited number of pieces.
Ruger SR-1911 Limited Newport features:
- Lightweight and sturdy frame: Made of aluminum and precision-machined to ensure a good fit with the lock.
- Polished titanium cartridge slide: Guarantees smooth feeding of cartridges into the chamber.
- Proven 1911 design: True to traditional design, with replaceable liners and high reliability.
- Ergonomic design: Enlarged beavertail, safety acting as a thumb shelf and enlarged magazine release.
- Improved trigger mechanism: Lightweight and fluted trigger with short reset, skeletonized cocking and strong titanium firing pin.
- Enhanced Functionality: Enlarged shell ejection window and rear breech notches for reliable reloading.
- Durable G-10 Liners: Made of long-lasting laminate (fiberglass with epoxy resin), resistant to moisture, weather and chemicals.
- Interchangeable grip liners: Customizable to personal preference.
- Wide compatibility: Works with most accessories available for the M1911 platform.
- Attractive accessories included: Two 7-round stainless steel magazines with inspection holes.
The Ruger SR1911 pistol is a model based on a proven solution
The Ruger SR1911 is made of high-quality stainless steel for strength, durability and corrosion resistance. The pistol's skeleton, precisely milled from a homogeneous block, guarantees excellent structural rigidity and stability during shooting. The gun is powered by .45 ACP ammunition, original to this design, which provides significant bullet energy while maintaining relatively low recoil. As standard, the Ruger SR1911 is equipped with a magazine with a capacity of 8 cartridges, which allows the gun to maintain its original grip thickness.
Action mechanism of the Ruger SR-1911 pistol
The Ruger SR-1911 is a classic weapon for 11.43 x 23 mm (.45 ACP) centerfire ammunition. Due to its high energy, it uses a massive lock and an operating principle based on short barrel recoil with its locking by vertical recoil (a typical Browning system). Notches inside the breech serve as locking resistances. A strong return spring further reduces the sensation of recoil acting on the shooter.
Precision barrel in the weapon
The 4.25" long , cold-forged barrel provides excellent precision and durability. Internal machining of the barrel guarantees minimum tolerances and optimal geometry of the 6 furrows, which translates into excellent accuracy. The right-hand thread pitch is 1:16". The SA (Single Action) only trigger mechanism requires manual cocking tension before firing the first shot (by reloading), which is characteristic of 1911 pistols. As a result, the shooter can enjoy a short and light trigger travel, which translates into exceptional precision shooting.
Pistol safety features and manipulators
The Ruger SR1911 is equipped with a manual wing safety, located on the frame and close to the thumb. This facilitates quick and instinctive engagement and disengagement of the fuse with a single movement. In addition, the gun has an automatic grip safety, which prevents the gun from firing if it is not held properly in the hand or a loaded gun is accidentally dropped.
