M1911 Handguns

The NCIS Great Lakes Major Case Response Team and Contingency Response Team field a number of different variants of the M1911 .45 caliber handgun. Each different manufacturer has a slightly different tweak on the classic 1911 pistol design. For the purposes of this article, each variant in use will be listed.

SMITH AND WESSON M1911
The SW1911 varies primarily in the magazine, using an 8 round single-stack magazine. Many variants come fitted with an accessory rail for mounting Flashlights or Laser Aiming Modules.

SIG SAUER 1911 BLACKWATER
The 1911 Blackwater from Sig Sauer is similar to the SW1911.An accessory rail is integral with the frame just forward of the trigger guard. Custom wood grips are standard, as is the 8+1 Capacity.

KIMBER TLE/RL II
The Kimber TLE/RL II is designed for SWAT and CRT Operators, featuring a match grade Frame, Slide, Barrel, and Bushings. It has an integral accessory rail just forward of the trigger guard. Standard features include extended thumb safety, high-ride beavertail grip safety, beveled magazine well, and extended magazine and slide releases. The magazine capacity is 7+1.