1911 Colt Gold Cup .45 ACP for sale

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Colt

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Semi-Auto

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5"

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

8

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Blue

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Colt

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Semi-Auto

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5"

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.45 ACP

Capacity:

8

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Stainless

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Colt

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Semi-Auto

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5"

Caliber:

.45 ACP

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8

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Stainless

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Colt

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Semi-Auto

Barrel Length:

5"

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

8

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Two Tone

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COLT'S MANUFACTURING

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Semi-Auto

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5"

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.45 ACP

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8

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Stainless

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Colt

Action:

Semi-Auto

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5"

Caliber:

.45 ACP

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8

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Two Tone

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Colt

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Single Action

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5"

Caliber:

.45 ACP

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8

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8

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Colt

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Semi-Auto

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5"

Caliber:

.45 ACP

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8

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Stainless

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Colt

Action:

Semi-Auto

Caliber:

.45 ACP

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8

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Two Tone

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Brand:

Colt

Action:

Semi-Auto

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

7

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Two Tone

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Colt

Action:

Semi-Auto

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5"

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

8

Finish Per Color:

Stainless

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Colt

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Semi-Auto

Barrel Length:

5"

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

7

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Colt

Action:

Semi-Auto

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5.01"

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

8

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Stainless

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Colt

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Semi-Auto

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5"

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.45 ACP

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8

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Stainless

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Marketplace Insights ★ 4.7/5 based on 37 customer reviews across 14 products from 20 retailers

Highly praised 1911 with excellent accuracy and trigger quality, though some customers experienced QC issues and limited included accessories.

What customers like

Accuracy & Performance49%
match accurate straight out of the box as advertised
Trigger Quality32%
Supreme trigger and fully adjustable sights
Build Quality & Finish32%
Well built piece of American heritage. Accurate, strong, reliable
Fast Shipping & Service30%
Delivery was exceptionally fast from Guns.com
Design & Feel27%
The slide is smooth as butter very happy with this purchase

Common concerns

Missing/Defective Components11%
the fiber optic rod fell out of the front site
Quality Control Issues8%
the stamping on the slide is crooked HOW it got through QUALITY CONTROL
Limited Accessories8%
Only comes with one magazine which is insanely cheap on Colts part
Feeding/Ejection Problems5%
jammed up and couldn't get it to work. Kept malfunctioning with feeding and ejecting
Frequently Asked Questions
1911 Colt Gold Cup .45 ACP for sale

How much is a Colt Gold Cup worth?

Colt Gold Cup pistols average $1,321.67 new and $1,091.10 used, with the National Match variant averaging $1,253.30 new and $1,196.56 used. Current listings range from roughly $1,120 to over $1,636. Several variants exist—Trophy, Lite, and National Match—each priced differently. All are single-action competition pistols currently in production.

What is special about a Colt Gold Cup?

The Colt Gold Cup is a match-grade 1911-style pistol built for bullseye competition. It features a lighter, tuned trigger pull, adjustable rear sights, and a match-grade barrel for improved accuracy. Available in .45 ACP and 9mm, it uses a single-action, full-size frame.

What is the most reliable 1911 45 ACP?

Reliability in 1911s depends on barrel fit, slide-to-frame fit, and trigger components. Top-rated options include the Springfield Armory Garrison (best overall, under $800), Springfield TRP for tactical use, Sig Sauer 1911 for match shooting, and Colt National Match for accuracy. Quality reliable options exist below the $1,000 threshold.

Why are Colt 1911s so expensive?

Colt 1911s command premium prices due to machined steel construction and hand-fitted components like extractors, which cost more than stamped or molded parts. Brand heritage and competition-grade tuning on models like the Gold Cup add further value. Colt variants typically sell around $1,259, ranging $1,001–$1,726.

What is Colt Gold Cup Lite?

Colt Gold Cup Lite is a competition-focused single-action pistol available in both 45 ACP and 9mm, with a full-size frame and National Match barrel. It features adjustable sights and omits frame checkering, a magwell, and Series 80 parts found on the Trophy model. Typically priced around $1,259.

How much is the gold cup trophy worth?

Colt Gold Cup Trophy pistols typically sell around $1,490.89 new and $857.22 used, with a 12-month average of $1,458.07 new and $870.50 used. MSRP ranges from $1,449 to $1,949 depending on caliber. Nine variants are currently available across 26 retailers. Prices vary by model, caliber, and retailer.