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AMT
Model Hardballer II
AMT Pistol Hardballer II .45 Auto Variant-1
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions Width:1.5-in
Length:8.5-in Height:5.5-in
Barrel:5-in Weight:38-oz
1 Variant
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (230 grain bullet)195500
  • Recoil Factor (230 grain bullet)7.02 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity8 rounds
  • ConcealabilityFair
  • Defense Factor77%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Caliber:.45 Auto
Action:recoil operated semi-automatic
Trigger:single-action (SA)
Safety:thumb safety, grip safety
Magazine:7-round
Frame:stainless steel
Grip:black rubber wrap-around
Sights:adj. Millett rear sight
Notes:
Manufacturer
AMT-High Standard Manufacturing Co.
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About the Gun

This is AMT's clone of the .45 Auto Colt M1911, although some components of the action are not interchangeable with other M1911s. The Hardballer was the first entirely stainless steel 1911 pattern pistol. Other features included adjustable rear sights and a lengthened grip safety.

Production

Production of this model began in the mid-1980s and continued until 2002.

Market value
Last updated: 2/5/2026

MSRP for this gun, when last manufactured, was around $500. Used market value in 95% condition is currently around $900–$1,000.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .45 Automatic
Alias: .45 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP)
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:230 grains
MV:850 ft/sec ME:369 ft-lbs
Analysis

The Hardballer II retains the core 1911-pattern design of the original Hardballer, including all-stainless construction, adjustable Millet rear sight, extended beavertail grip safety, and wide target trigger with adjustable stop. The "II" designation reflects a slide rollmark change that appeared on later production examples, primarily during the Irwindale era, without documented mechanical alterations or significant feature additions. Recoil and muzzle rise align with standard .45 ACP government-frame pistols, and practical accuracy at 25 yards depends on ammunition consistency and shooter familiarity with the trigger. Function is generally reliable with FMJ loads when properly lubricated to address potential galling on stainless surfaces, though some examples exhibit occasional feeding or ejection inconsistencies due to tolerances or maintenance factors. The model shares the same parts interchangeability limitations as the standard Hardballer, with certain action components requiring fitting for compatibility with other 1911s. Collector interest focuses on its place in the lineage of early all-stainless 1911s, with the "II" marking serving mainly as a production-phase identifier rather than a distinct variant.

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User Comments

4 of 5 Stars
Perfect for genetically engineered clone super ass
By The5thColumnRed on 21 Mar 2025
A stainless steel clone of the government pattern series 70 1911. Controls and manual of arms are virtually identical to its progenitor. This pistol itself has a very infamous reputation for hit or miss quality control. Some examples being so well fitted one would think they were assembled by hand, some with really spotty fit and finish and a tendency to misfeed and stovepipe. The good examples on the other hand are damn near unkillable and dead reliable. Get your hands on good quality 1911 magazines (like wilson combat) and you’ll save yourself a lot of pain. As per its namesake, this pistol is from the era where feed ramps were usually designed around hardball (full metal jacket) ammo, so it will be picky with hollow points as a given. But being this fine piece is chambered in the Lord’s .45 Auto, this is of no concern. Feed it some American Eagle 230 grain and let er eat without worry. Remember, “They all fall to ball!”