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Colt M1911 / M1911A1 vs Smith & Wesson Model 547
Side-by-side technical comparison
Colt M1911 / M1911A1
HandgunsIn production
Smith & Wesson Model 547
HandgunsDiscontinued
Overview
Spec
Colt M1911 / M1911A1
Smith & Wesson Model 547
Production
1911–present
1978–1985
Units produced
Millions
Approximately 10,000
Specifications
Spec
Colt M1911 / M1911A1
Smith & Wesson Model 547
Overall length
216 mm
197 mm (7.75 in)
Barrel length
127 mm
76 mm (3 in)
Weight
1,100 g
0.85 kg (30 oz)
Magazine capacity
7+1 or 8+1 rounds
6 rounds
Action type
short recoil
Double-action revolver
Trigger type
SAO
Single/double action
Sights
Fixed or adjustable
Fixed rear, ramp front
Calibers
Colt M1911 / M1911A1
Smith & Wesson Model 547