Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction; this is the Auto-Ordnance 1911A1 General!
The 1911A1 General was manufactured from 1992 to 1996, with the .38 Super chambering offered exclusively in 1996. With only a single year of production, this example represents a true limited-production model and a rare opportunity for collectors.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Auto-Ordnance
Model: 1911A1 General
Serial: AOC53516
Date of Manufacture: 1996
Caliber: .38 Super
Finish: Plum Blueing Slide w/ Blued Frame
Barrel Length: 4.25"
Optics/Sights: Fixed 3-Dot Sights
Stock/Grips: Wrap-Around Textured Synthetic Grips w/ Gold Auto-Ordnance Emblems
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Auto-Ordnance 1911A1 General was introduced in the early 1990s as a commemorative-style pistol, produced from 1992 through 1996. It was designed as a tribute to the classic U.S. military 1911A1, featuring patriotic engravings, a polished blue finish, and distinctive grip panels that set it apart from standard production models. The General series was intended both as a shooter and as a collectible, appealing to enthusiasts who appreciated the historical ties of the 1911A1 platform while also wanting a firearm with a unique, presentation-grade appearance. While most of these pistols were chambered in .45 ACP, Auto-Ordnance briefly offered the General in .38 Super—limited solely to 1996. This short-lived run makes the .38 Super examples particularly rare within the series. The caliber itself carries a special place in firearms history, having been introduced by Colt in 1929 as a high-velocity round capable of defeating the early body armor and car doors of the gangster era. Although it never eclipsed .45 ACP in popularity, the .38 Super developed a loyal following among competitive shooters and collectors, especially for its flat-shooting characteristics. The combination of the General’s already limited production span and the one-year-only offering of the .38 Super chambering makes these pistols especially desirable. They represent not only a distinctive chapter in Auto-Ordnance’s commemorative lineup but also a nod to one of Colt’s most historically significant cartridges. As such, an Auto-Ordnance 1911A1 General in .38 Super stands out as both a conversation piece and a scarce find for serious 1911 and caliber-specific collectors alike.
Contents:
Model: 1911A1 General
Serial: AOC53516
Date of Manufacture: 1996
Caliber: .38 Super
Finish: Plum Blueing Slide w/ Blued Frame
Barrel Length: 4.25"
Optics/Sights: Fixed 3-Dot Sights
Stock/Grips: Wrap-Around Textured Synthetic Grips w/ Gold Auto-Ordnance Emblems
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Auto-Ordnance 1911A1 General was introduced in the early 1990s as a commemorative-style pistol, produced from 1992 through 1996. It was designed as a tribute to the classic U.S. military 1911A1, featuring patriotic engravings, a polished blue finish, and distinctive grip panels that set it apart from standard production models. The General series was intended both as a shooter and as a collectible, appealing to enthusiasts who appreciated the historical ties of the 1911A1 platform while also wanting a firearm with a unique, presentation-grade appearance. While most of these pistols were chambered in .45 ACP, Auto-Ordnance briefly offered the General in .38 Super—limited solely to 1996. This short-lived run makes the .38 Super examples particularly rare within the series. The caliber itself carries a special place in firearms history, having been introduced by Colt in 1929 as a high-velocity round capable of defeating the early body armor and car doors of the gangster era. Although it never eclipsed .45 ACP in popularity, the .38 Super developed a loyal following among competitive shooters and collectors, especially for its flat-shooting characteristics. The combination of the General’s already limited production span and the one-year-only offering of the .38 Super chambering makes these pistols especially desirable. They represent not only a distinctive chapter in Auto-Ordnance’s commemorative lineup but also a nod to one of Colt’s most historically significant cartridges. As such, an Auto-Ordnance 1911A1 General in .38 Super stands out as both a conversation piece and a scarce find for serious 1911 and caliber-specific collectors alike.
Contents:
This example will ship with the 1911A1 case and two extra magazines!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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