Selected Handgun Detail

Manufacturer
	SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG More Info

About the Gun

The 1911 TACOPS is a full-size single-action 1911-style pistol with a stainless-steel frame and slide finished in Nitron. It features an integral accessory rail, Ergo XT grips (typically with an integrated magwell), SIGLITE night sights, and an ambidextrous thumb safety. Checkering on the front strap and a beavertail grip safety are standard. Controls follow the classic 1911 layout. It has been offered in .45 ACP, .357 SIG, and 10mm, with some versions featuring a threaded barrel. Most packages included four magazines.

Production

Production ran from 2011 through 2021.

Market value

MSRP at production was around $1,200–$1,300. Current used market value for examples in good to very good condition ranges $800–$1,150.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.45 Automatic
Alias:	.45 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP)
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Analysis

SIG developed the TACOPS as a duty- and tactical-oriented full-size 1911, emphasizing practical features such as the accessory rail, ambidextrous controls, and high-capacity magazine complement. The Nitron finish and Ergo XT grips supported hard-use environments, while the external extractor and stainless construction maintained continuity with the broader SIG 1911 line. Availability in multiple calibers, including the higher-pressure .357 SIG and 10mm options, broadened its appeal for law-enforcement and defensive roles.