Springfield Armory Government Model produced under WWII contract. Springfield produced M1911A1 pistols from 1940 through 1945 alongside Colt, Remington Rand, Ithaca, and Singer. Marked with Springfield Armory rollmark. Type: Semi-Auto Pistol Action: Single-Action Caliber: 45 ACP Capacity: 7 Year introduced: 1940, USA Weight: 39 oz Overall length: 8.5" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Collector