The iconic American service pistol carried throughout WWII by officers and NCOs. A refinement of John Browning's 1911 design with a shorter trigger, arched mainspring housing, and revised grip safety. Type: Pistol Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: .45 ACP Capacity: 7 Year introduced: 1926, USA Weight: 280 oz Overall length: 8.5" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Service, Military