Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction...this is the Llama Max-I 45 C/F!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Llama
Model: Max-I 45 C/F
Serial: 07-04-01468-99
Caliber: .45ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4.25"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Red Dot Ramp Front Sight With Dual White Dot Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Polymer
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In 1995, the MAX-1 pistol was released, which was Llama's equivalent to the Colt Government model. This model was closer in design to the Colt 1911-A1 than any previous Llama model, and some traditional Llama features, such as the ventilated rib, were removed. However, the slimmer mainspring housing from the IX-C was retained, which was considered by smaller-handed shooters to give this model superior handling qualities. The ban on the import of Chinese weapons contributed to the success of this model in the low-cost "1911 clone" market, although some aftermarket 1911 accessories had compatibility issues.
Shortly afterwards, a smaller model, the MAX-1 C/F (MAX-1 Compact), was introduced. This model was shorter and lighter than the MAX-1 but had the same magazine capacity (7-round in .45 ACP, 9-round in 9mm Parabellum). It was also known as the Max-I Compact and was a self-loading pistol with a locked breech, Colt 1911-A1 "clone", available in .45 ACP (7-round magazine), .40 S&W (8-round magazine), and in 9 mm Parabellum (9-round magazine). It featured a reduced size mainspring housing and came in a high polish blue or satin-chrome finish. It had a shorter (4.25-inch barrel) and lighter design compared to the MAX-I.
Contents:
This example will NOT ship with a magazine!
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.
Model: Max-I 45 C/F
Serial: 07-04-01468-99
Caliber: .45ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4.25"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Red Dot Ramp Front Sight With Dual White Dot Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Polymer
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Para-Ordnance high-capacity 1911-type pistols were incredibly popular and their success led to design changes in some models from 1994 onwards. One of these models was the Llama IX-C which was produced between 1994 and 1997. This pistol was similar to the Llama IX-A but had a 12-round double-column magazine. The large-framed pistol had a 5+1⁄8-inch barrel and was 8+1⁄2 inches long overall, with a height of 5+9⁄16 inches. It featured a special Swartz safety, which was first introduced by Colt in the 1930s, to prevent accidental discharge when the pistol was dropped on a hard surface. The arched mainspring housing was reduced in size to allow for a better grip for normal-sized hands, due to the thickness of the magazine well. After the US Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act was passed in 1994, magazine capacity was limited to 10 rounds and minor changes were made to the shape of the hammer and safety.
In 1995, the MAX-1 pistol was released, which was Llama's equivalent to the Colt Government model. This model was closer in design to the Colt 1911-A1 than any previous Llama model, and some traditional Llama features, such as the ventilated rib, were removed. However, the slimmer mainspring housing from the IX-C was retained, which was considered by smaller-handed shooters to give this model superior handling qualities. The ban on the import of Chinese weapons contributed to the success of this model in the low-cost "1911 clone" market, although some aftermarket 1911 accessories had compatibility issues.
Shortly afterwards, a smaller model, the MAX-1 C/F (MAX-1 Compact), was introduced. This model was shorter and lighter than the MAX-1 but had the same magazine capacity (7-round in .45 ACP, 9-round in 9mm Parabellum). It was also known as the Max-I Compact and was a self-loading pistol with a locked breech, Colt 1911-A1 "clone", available in .45 ACP (7-round magazine), .40 S&W (8-round magazine), and in 9 mm Parabellum (9-round magazine). It featured a reduced size mainspring housing and came in a high polish blue or satin-chrome finish. It had a shorter (4.25-inch barrel) and lighter design compared to the MAX-I.
Contents:
This example will NOT ship with a magazine!
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 $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
