The V16 Long Slide stretches the 1911 platform to a 6-inch barrel and extended slide, improving sight radius, muzzle velocity, and balance for competition and hunting use. Features a full-length guide rod and a ported barrel and slide. Type: Semi-Auto Pistol Action: Single-Action Caliber: .45 ACP Capacity: 7 Year introduced: 1997, USA Weight: 42 oz Overall length: 9.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Competition, Hunting