The Black Sheep 1911 from Auto-Ordnance

Auto-Ordnance had a previous life manufacturing small arms for the US military during the World Wars. As part of Kahr Arms, Auto-Ordnance’s history continues through its line of 1911s, AR-15s, M1 Carbines, and Thompson guns. Their 1911 offerings are particularly compelling because of their variety and excellent machine work at a modest price point. The latest Auto Ordnance 1911 is a homage to the symbolism of World War II in their new Black Sheep 1911.

Mechanically, the Black Sheep 1911 is the same pistol as the Auto Ordnance M1911A1 pistol. It features a 5-inch barrel, a short trigger, extended beavertail, and an arched mainspring housing, as seen when the US Army modified the original M1911 pistol in 1924. This would become the quintessential service pistol that would go on to see service during World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and beyond. 

Chambered in .45 ACP, the Black Sheep 1911 has the same perfectly appointed magazine release, slide stop, and thumb safety on the left side, as well as a standard GI guide rod assembly for maximum reliability. But what sets off his new model is the matte blue cerakoted slide and frame matched to Outlaw Ordnance blue aluminum anodized grips to match the camouflage scheme of US Navy and USMC fighter aircraft in the Pacific Theater. The grips feature the insignia of the United States Army Air Corps (pre-USAF), and the slide wears a call number, white checkering at the muzzle, and 16 tallied kills on Japanese aircraft. 

This new commemorative edition of the infinitely shootable Auto-Ordnance 1911 is now shipping and has an MSRP of $1,870.

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