Inland 1911
Inland Manufacturing produces two 1911 pistols to complement their M1 Carbine lineup — the 1911 A1 Government and the 1911 Custom Carry — both in .45 ACP with WWII-inspired specifications and Parkerized finish. Like the original Inland Manufacturing Division, which produced 1911 pistols under government contract during WWII alongside M1 Carbines, the modern Inland 1911 carries the same historical provenance that defines the brand.
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1911 A1 Government: WWII Specification
The Inland 1911 A1 Government is built to WWII military specifications — GI fixed sights, short trigger, flat mainspring housing, lanyard loop, and Parkerized matte gray finish. The correct WWII-era markings make it the most historically accurate configuration in the Inland lineup and an ideal companion to the M1 Carbine for collectors building a complete WWII American infantry set. The 1911 A1 Government uses a 5-inch Government-length barrel with 7+1 capacity in .45 ACP.
1911 Custom Carry: Modern Enhancements
The Custom Carry retains the 1911 A1 Government profile while adding modern carry enhancements — extended thumb safety, beavertail grip safety, and improved sights — for buyers who want the Inland aesthetic with enhanced daily carry ergonomics. It bridges WWII heritage styling with practical carry upgrades without departing from the fundamental 1911A1 geometry.
Inland 1911 vs Auto-Ordnance 1911: WWII Pistol Compared
The Inland and Auto-Ordnance 1911A1 are direct competitors in the WWII-specification 1911 market. Both use Parkerized finish and GI specifications; both are made in the USA; both carry WWII historical branding. The primary differentiator is the companion ecosystem: if you own or want an Inland M1 Carbine, the Inland 1911 creates a matched set from the same manufacturer with consistent markings. If you own a Thompson or prefer the Auto-Ordnance brand heritage, the Auto-Ordnance 1911A1 is equally appropriate.
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