The first pistol chambered in the newly developed 45 ACP cartridge, a direct predecessor of the M1911. The 1905 lacked a manual safety and was evaluated in the Army pistol trials that ultimately led to the M1911 requirement. Type: Pistol Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 45 ACP Capacity: 7 Year introduced: 1905, USA Weight: 32.5 oz Overall length: 8" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military Trials