Colt's government-length 1911 chambered in .38 Super, a cartridge Colt introduced in 1929 to match the ballistics of FBI tests requiring penetration through car body steel. The .38 Super 1911 became legendary in competition shooting and remains a Colt catalog staple. Type: Pistol Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: .38 Super Capacity: 9 Year introduced: 1929, USA Weight: 38 oz Overall length: 8.75" Status: Active Intended use: Competition, Collector, Duty Carry