Para's budget-friendly GI Expert brought the 1911 to value-conscious buyers with a steel frame and slide, low-profile military sights, and an 8-round single-stack magazine. Priced to compete with Rock Island and base-level Springfield offerings. Type: Pistol Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: .45 ACP Capacity: 8 Year introduced: 2009, USA/Canada Weight: 39 oz Overall length: 8.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Range, Service