Springfield Armory 1911 Operator AOS Threaded — New for 2025
August 20, 2025
Springfield’s newest 1911 Operator AOS Threaded brings a suppressor-ready .45 ACP with optics plates and four Cerakote finishes—built for range time, duty-style roles, and fans of classic single-action feel with modern kit.
On July 29, 2025, Springfield Armory unveiled the 1911 Operator AOS Threaded in .45 ACP, pairing the company’s Agency Optic System (AOS) with a 5.75″ threaded barrel and duty-grade features. It lands squarely in the sweet spot for shooters who want a traditional single-stack 1911 that also plays nice with red dots and cans (where legal). If you’re window-shopping semi auto pistols or comparing across the Springfield lineup, this one’s meant to be a “buy once, cry once” workhorse that looks good doing it.
Key Specs
| Platform | Handgun |
|---|---|
| Action | Single-action (1911) |
| Caliber | .45 ACP |
| Barrel / Weight | 5.75 in (146 mm) / 42 oz (1.19 kg) |
| Capacity | 8+1 |
| Overall Length | 8.6 in (218 mm) |
| MSRP / Street | $1,289 / TBD |
What’s New vs. Prior Model
- Threaded, match-grade barrel (5.75″) — ready for suppressors and comps (.578×28), plus a knurled thread protector included.
- AOS optics-ready slide — steel plates with integrated rear sights support popular footprints and keep your irons usable.
- Four Cerakote finishes — Black, Coyote Brown, OD Green, and Tungsten Gray for a duty-tough exterior that doesn’t need babying.
- Launch perk — discounted AOS plate ($49) at purchase for easy optic setup.
Use Cases
If you like the timeless ergonomics and trigger of a 1911 but live in the modern world, this checks boxes for range practice, home-defense setups with a light on the rail, and suppressed shooting (again, where lawful). It’s also a slick choice for shooters who want an optics-ready .45 that still looks and runs like a classic—kind of like driving a ‘60s muscle car with ABS.
Springfield Armory 1911 Operator AOS Threaded .45 ACP optics-ready 1911
Alternatives to Consider
- Kimber 1911 options — multiple optics-ready trims; typically lighter styling with a wide aftermarket.
- Dan Wesson 1911 line — premium fit/finish and tuned triggers if you’re leaning toward the custom-feel tier.
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