SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 1911-A1 PISTOLS ®

OPERATION AND SAFETY MANUAL

Important Safety Information Inside
Read this manual before handling this firearm.

Keep this manual with your firearm and review it before each
use. This manual was designed to fit in your shirt or jacket
pocket. Do not allow others to handle or fire your firearm until
they have read this manual. Transfer this manual with the
firearm upon ownership change.

Be a responsible firearm owner. Use it safely, store it securely,

and always transfer a firearm responsible and legally.

Download this manual on our website:

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 CONTENTS
Read and Understand this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Section 4: Micro-Compact, Ultra Compact, V-10,
Compact, EMP® 3", EMP® 4" and Champion Models . . . 41
Know Your Gun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Alternate Method For Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Ported Barrel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Loaded Chamber Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Point of Aim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Springfield’s Integral Locking System (ILS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Exploded View & Parts List
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Mil-Spec Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Firing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 “Loaded” Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Fiber Optic Front Sight Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 High Capacity Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Unloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Micro-Compact Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Hammer Lowering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Malfunction Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Disassembly and Assembly Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Section 1: Full-Size Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Section 2: TRP™ Operator® Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 If you have any questions concerning information in
Section 3: V-12, V-16, and Long Slide Models . . . . . . . . . . 36 this manual, call Springfield's Consumer Safety
Department at (309) 944-5631 for assistance.
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BEFORE LOADING AND FIRING THIS FIREARM,
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL.
This is an auto loading firearm. It is immediately loaded It is recommended that every person receive instructions
and ready to fire again after each shot until all cartridges from a competent firearms instructor before handling this or
loaded in magazine have been fired. The firearm is able to any other firearm.
fire both with and without the magazine in place. Know and obey all firearm laws and regulations,
Removing the magazine does not unload the which may vary from city to city and state to state. Do
firearm nor does it engage a safety. The firearm is not give a firearm to someone who is not allowed to own
not unloaded until the magazine is removed and a firearm or who may use it for a criminal purpose.
the chamber is empty.
Used firearms
About your owner's manual If you purchased this firearm as a used firearm, have it
This is an instruction booklet on how to operate this inspected and tested by a competent pistolsmith before you
firearm with some basic safe handling rules. It does not use it. Firearms are sometimes altered and may require
attempt to provide information about using a firearm to repair before they can be used safely.
defend yourself, how to hunt, or for competitive or target
shooting. It is important to receive training from a Store firearms safely in the home
competent firearms instructor prior to engaging in any of Store firearms unloaded, locked and in a secure place.
these activities. The National Rifle Association, your local or Obey firearm storage laws. Store firearms and ammunition
state authorities, or your firearm dealer may provide separately. Because your children may be in other homes
information regarding available instructors or training where firearms are stored, you should show them what to
courses. If you have a license to carry concealed, never do so do if they see or find a firearm by showing them the
without prior instruction from a certified instructor. Using a Eddie Eagle video available from the NRA by calling
firearm for self defense is a complex subject with dangers (703) 267-1000.
and risks for which you must be properly trained. Every OBEY ALL GUN LAWS WHEN BUYING AND SELLING
safety rule has a reason behind it - read the rules carefully FIREARMS. NEVER BUY A GUN INTENDING TO TRANSFER
and understand why each is important for safety. IT TO SOMEONE WHO IS PROHIBITED FROM OWNING 3
FIREARMS. NEVER EVER BE A "STRAW PURCHASER."
 KNOW YOUR FIREARM
Front Sight Slide Rear Sight
Barrel Bushing Plunger Tube
Delta Hammer

Barrel
Thumb Safety

Full-Length
Guide Rod Disassembly Notch
Grip Safety
Recoil Spring
Plug Slide Stop

Trigger
Trigger Guard Mainspring
Housing
Magazine Release

4 Magazine Well
SAFETY RULES
READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY RULES
Be A Safe Firearm Owner. • Never point a firearm at any person or thing you do
ACCIDENT (ak´ si dent) N. 1. An unintentional or not intend to shoot.
unexpected happening that is undesirable or unfortunate, • Be sure you have positively identified your target.
especially one resulting in injury, damage, harm or loss. • Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe
direction.
Don’t be the cause of an accident. • Do not drop your firearm. Make sure you maintain
A responsible firearm owner is safety minded and always control of your firearm at all times. If it falls, it may
handles firearms in a safe manner by following the basic fire. If you do drop it, unload it and examine it to be
rules of safe shooting and by using common sense in the sure it works correctly. Do not attempt to fire it again
handling of a firearm. until you have completed this safety check.
Store firearms unloaded, locked, and in a secure place. • Never put your hand over the muzzle of the firearm.
Keep keys for locks separate from lock and in a secure • Keep your finger(s) off the trigger and out of the
place away from children. Keep firearms out of reach of trigger guard until you are actually aiming at your
children. You are responsible for children’s safety. target, and made the decision to fire.
• Under no circumstances should the owner of this
Be A Responsible Firearm Owner. firearm allow it to come into possession of or be
• Treat all firearms as if they are loaded at all times. handled by small children or a mentally handicapped
individual.
• Although many safety mechanisms are designed into
your firearm, firearm safety still depends on you being a • Do not cover the ejection port with your
responsible firearms owner. hands when loading/unloading your
firearm.
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 BE A RESPONSIBLE FIREARM OWNER!
• Never rely on a firearm’s “safety features” to protect you • ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE
from unsafe firearm handling. A safety is only a DIRECTION.
mechanical device, not a substitute for common sense. • If anything does get into the barrel, remove cartridges,
• Keep your finger off the trigger until you are on target and clean bore immediately before attempting to shoot.
and have made the DECISION to fire. Obstructed barrels can burst and injure you and/or
• Be sure of your target and backstop before you bystanders.
shoot. Ask yourself what your bullet will hit if it • Maintain possession of your firearm at all times when
misses or goes through the target. you are on the firing range or during target practice. DO
• Before shooting, be sure the barrel is clear of NOT ALLOW OTHERS TO HANDLE YOUR FIREARM
obstructions, including excessive oil and grease. UNLESS THAT PERSON IS BEING INSTRUCTED OR
TRAINED.
• Do not let water, snow, mud or other materials enter
the barrel. • Do not cover the ejection port with your
hands when loading/unloading your
• Do not pull a firearm toward you by the muzzle. firearm.
• Always hold your firearm so you control the direction of
its muzzle in case you fall or stumble.

The 1911-A1 pistol, like all firearms, is a dangerous weapon if

not handled properly.
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BE A SAFE SHOOTER!
Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe
•  • Make sure you maintain control of your firearm at all
direction. times.
• Firearms and alcohol or drugs do not mix. Do not take • Always keep and carry your firearm with an empty
them before or during shooting activities. Your vision, chamber until you intend to shoot, so your firearm
coordination and judgment could be impaired, cannot be fired unintentionally.
making firearm handling unsafe. •  Firearms should be unloaded when not in use. This
• When taking medication, seek a doctor’s advice to be means both the chamber and magazine are empty.
sure you can operate and handle your firearm safely. •  When transferring a firearm by hand, always open the
• Receive training from a competent firearms instructor action and check to assure that it is unloaded prior to
before using any firearm. handing it over to someone.
• Before attempting to shoot, practice operations by •  Never take anyone’s word that a firearm is unloaded.
using snap caps (dummy rounds). Become familiar When receiving a firearm, always open the action and
with the safety features, trigger control, and handling check that it is unloaded.
of the firearm.

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 READ THESE RULES!
• Load firearm only when on range preparing to fire. and carrying of firearms.
Unload it before leaving range. Never carry any firearm, loaded or unloaded, in your
• 
• Treat every firearm as if it is loaded ... all the time! pocket, purse or tucked in your belt or waistband.
• Load and unload with the firearm muzzle pointed in a Use a firearm case or a proper holster.
safe direction. • O
 ld or reloaded ammunition may cause damage to
• Be certain firearm is unloaded before cleaning. the firearm and/or injure you or others. Use
only clean, dry, original, high-quality, commercially
• Completely unload your firearm before storing, manufactured ammunition. Using reloaded
travelling, standing it against an object, laying it down,
ammunition will void the warranty.
entering a house, car, truck, boat, RV/camper, building,
or handing it to someone. • ALWAYS REMEMBER, REMOVING THE MAGAZINE
DOES NOT UNLOAD THE PISTOL NOR DOES IT
• Never leave a loaded firearm unattended.
ENGAGE A SAFETY.
• Tragedy may result if a child finds your firearm and plays
• ALWAYS REMEMBER, THE PISTOL IS NOT
with it. Keep every firearm secure. Children do not
UNLOADED UNTIL THE MAGAZINE IS REMOVED AND
believe firearms can kill.
THE CHAMBER IS EMPTY.
• Store firearms and ammunition separately. Both should
• always remember, thIS firearm is able to
be placed beyond children’s reach.
fire with or without the magazine in place.
• Obey all laws regarding the storage and security of
• Do not cover the ejection port with your
firearms in the home.
hands when loading/unloading your
• Know and obey the laws regarding the transportation firearm.
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TREAT EVERY FIREARM AS IF IT IS LOADED...
ALL THE TIME!
• Many ammunition identifications sound similar. Make • Have your firearm serviced regularly by a
sure you use the right caliber/size ammunition in your qualified pistolsmith.
firearm. • Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas,
• If firearm fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, keep it cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may result
pointed at the target for at least 30 seconds. Remove in exposure to lead and other substances known to
the magazine before opening the action. Remove the cause birth defects, reproductive harm, cancer and
cartridge from the chamber. Sometimes slow primer other serious physical injury. Have adequate ventilation
ignition will cause a “hang fire” and the cartridge will go at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after firing your
off after a short pause. firearm, after cleaning your firearm, or whenever you
• When group firing, always appoint someone to have handled ammunition.
maintain safety control. Obey his/her commands • Always use quality ammunition.
immediately and completely. • A
 LWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE
• While person is loading, firing, and unloading, DIRECTION.
spectators need to remain behind the users. • Do not cover the ejection port with your
• Always wear protective glasses when shooting. hands when loading/unloading your
• Always wear hearing protection when shooting. firearm.
• Never shoot at hard flat surfaces or water; bullets will
ricochet unpredictably.
Always wear eye and ear protection when
• Do not alter or modify your firearm. using any firearm. Safety and instruction
manuals are available from Springfield, Inc. 9
 BE A SAFE SHOOTER!
• Do not try to change your firearm’s trigger pull, because Write or call us concerning any items you do not
alterations of trigger pull usually affect sear understand and/or which might relate to your safety
engagement and might cause accidental firing. and the safe operations of any of our products.
Springfield, Inc.
• Never use a firearm that jams or fails to function
Consumer Safety Department
properly. Should this occur, return to Springfield, Inc.
420 West Main Street
for warranty/repair. Geneseo, IL 61254
• If your shot sounds weak or underpowered, it could 1-800-680-6866
mean a bullet is in the chamber/bore. The firearm
should be immediately unloaded and the chamber/
bore checked for obstructions before re-firing. Important Warning
DO NOT "HORSEPLAY" with a firearm. Your firearm
•  There is no safe way to discharge a firearm in a
cannot think ...but you can. Firearm safety depends on home or apartment. Bullets will go through
you. walls, floors, furniture, and appliances and still
cause serious injury or death to persons in the
house, next door, or outside. Accidental
discharges indoors ALWAYS result in property
damage or personal injury.
WARNING: When you squeeze the trigger, you must expect the firearm to fire. You must
take full responsibility for firing it. Your care can avoid accidental discharge and thereby
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avoid accidental injury and death.
HANDLING
engages the Safety Stop, the sear can be disengaged by
We want you to be a safe, satisfied shooter. squeezing the trigger. It falls because the sear slides over
Before attempting to load this firearm with live the flat part of the safety stop to release the hammer. This
ammunition, follow the sequence of operations shown is intentional but will not allow the pistol to fire. It will not
here without ammunition or with dummy shells. fire because the hammer is almost fully forward when it is
By practicing operations with snap caps (or with released from the sear. The Safety Stop is not a manual safety
dummy rounds), you will become familiar with: and should not be engaged by hand. Do not carry
the firearm while Safety Stop is engaged.
• Safety features,
• Trigger control (snap caps), Caution: Control hammer with your thumb and forefinger
• Handling of your firearm. (Figure 1). Always point pistol in a safe direction when
squeezing the trigger to lower the hammer. This will avoid
As a result you will be a safer, more confident
accidental injury in the unlikely event of firearm discharge.
shooter when aiming at your first target.
Lowering the hammer in this way should be done only when
the chamber is empty.
Safety Stop on Hammer
The Safety Stop is a flat, shelf-like surface on the
hammer which functions automatically. It will engage the
sear in the unlikely event of primary sear notch failure.
This will prevent the hammer from falling fully forward
unintentionally and will insure against uncontrolled
automatic fire. It also prevents the hammer from striking the
firing pin should your hand slip from the slide or hammer Figure 1
while cocking the pistol, provided the hammer is rotated
past the Safety Stop. It is located such that when the sear
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 LOADED CHAMBER INDICATOR
Springfield pistols sold after January, 2001 have a
loaded chamber indicator. (See Figure 1.) The barrel
slot allows you to observe whether a shell is in the Loaded Chamber
chamber. When a shell is in the chamber the brass Indicator
case can be seen clearly.

Figure 1

Caution! Even though the chamber is empty there may

be shells in the magazine. The firearm is not completely empty
12 until both the chamber and magazine are empty.
SPRINGFIELD’S INTEGRAL LOCKING SYSTEM (ILS)
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Warning: Do not remove the mainspring housing

before reading instructions and using eye protection.
The ILS has parts under spring pressure. If improperly
disassembled, the mainspring cap will be forceably
ejected and could cause injury to you or a bystander. ILS switch

Caution: The ILS is designed to lock the pistol when

stored or left unattended. It is not intended to replace
any of the existing safety features.
Figure 13
ILS Operation 2. If the holes are horizontal (side-by-side) the gun
Locate the ILS switch on your mainspring housing. is locked. To unlock, follow these steps.
(See Figure 13) • Point the firearm in a safe direction.
• Insert the key and
1. If the holes are vertical (stacked) the firearm is not
turn counter-
locked. (See Fig. 13-1) To activate the ILS and
clockwise until the
lock your firearm, follow these steps. Point the
holes are vertical
firearm in a safe direction. Unload the gun. (See page
or stacked.
20) Fully lower the hammer (see page 22). Insert the
(see Fig. 13-3)
key and turn clockwise until the holes are
horizontal (side-by-side). The ILS is now activated Before cocking the firearm
and the firearm is locked. (See Fig. 13-2) make sure it is unloaded.
Fig.13-1 Fig.13-2 Fig.13-3 13
Note: The ILS requires firm pressure to operate, but do not over-torque.
 SPRINGFIELD’S INTEGRAL LOCKING SYSTEM (ILS)
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Removing the Mainspring Housing with ILS

Caution: Always be sure the firearm is unloaded before
proceeding.

1. With the hammer full down, deactivate the ILS.

The holes should be vertical (or stacked). (Fig. 13-1)
2. Wrap a heavy-duty rubber band around the grip
safety until it is completely depressed. Doing so
will maintain the alignment of the sear spring and
negate further disassembly of the firearm. (Fig. 14)
3. Cock the hammer to the full cocked position.
4. Insert takedown pin into takedown hole. (Fig. 14)
5. Slowly lower the hammer to the full-down
Figure 14
(fired) position.
6. With a proper punch, drive out the mainspring
housing retaining pin.
7. Remove the mainspring housing.

Caution: Do not remove the takedown pin until the

mainspring housing is reinstalled.
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SPRINGFIELD’S INTEGRAL LOCKING SYSTEM (ILS)
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Disassembly of the Mainspring Housing with ILS
Do not attempt this procedure unless you have
considerable experience in firearms disassembly.
1. Place mainspring housing in a vice.
2. With a suitable punch, depress the ILS spring
cap and hold it down. (Figure 15-1)
3. While continuing to depress the ILS spring cap,
remove the takedown pin. (Fig. 15-2)
4. Slowly and carefully release the pressure on Fig. 15-1 Fig. 15-2 Fig. 15-3
the spring cap allowing it to move out of the
mainspring housing. (Fig. 15-3)
5. After the spring cap has been removed, the main-
spring and mainspring retainer can be removed.
Caution: Do not turn the locking pin when the ILS is
disassembled. The system may be reassembled only
with the ILS pin deactivated (with the holes vertical or
stacked).

This procedure requires extreme caution. The ILS

spring cap is under extreme pressure and will be
ejected if you fail to perform the disassembly
properly. Use extreme care and wear eye protection. 15
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Reassembly of the Mainspring Housing with ILS

1. Assemble the mainspring cap, mainspring, and
mainspring retainer then insert into the
mainspring housing. (See Figure 16)
2. Carefully depress the cap far enough to allow
you to reinstall the takedown pin. (See Fig.16-1).
3. Carefully and slowly release the pressure on the
spring cap until the takedown pin captures it.

Figure 16-1
Figure 16
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Replacing the Mainspring Housing with ILS

1. Slide the mainspring housing into place and
reinsert the mainspring housing retaining pin.
2. Cock the hammer to a full cock position.
3. Remove the takedown pin.
4. Remove the rubberband from the grip safety.
5. Lower the hammer to the full down position.

The mainspring housing with ILS is now installed.

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 LOADING/PREPARING TO FIRE
1. Place the EMPTY magazine in the magazine well, 4. Point firearm in a safe direction, keep finger off
located in bottom of pistol grip. Make sure the trigger and out away from trigger guard. Pull slide
magazine is EMPTY or you will inadvertently load the back and release slide smartly to allow slide to move
firearm. Push firmly enough on bottom of magazine forward and load a shell from the magazine into the
to make sure it is properly seated. A distinctive “click” chamber.
will confirm the magazine has been properly inserted.
Pull the slide all the way to the rear, until it locks
back. Warning! Always load ammo from the magazine,
never place cartridges directly in the chamber.
2. Depress magazine release and
remove magazine. Place rim of first
cartridge on front of follower Then
push down on the follower and
slide cartridge under the lips of the
magazine and to the rear. Load
successive rounds the same way. Use
only clean, dry, original, high-quality,
commercially manufactured ammunition.
3. Re-insert magazine into magazine well, located in
bottom of pistol grip. Push firmly enough on bottom
of magazine to make sure it is properly seated.
Never touch the trigger when loading or unloading the firearm.
Never load a firearm in your house or car. Only at a firing range.
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FIRING
Point gun in a safe direction at all times

If you have never fired a gun before, practice without 6. Pistol will automatically be ready to fire again after
live ammunition before your first shot. Then load only each shot until all cartridges loaded in magazine
one cartridge into the magazine for your first live have been fired.
ammunition firing. 7. When last cartridge has been fired, slide will lock
1. Load shell into chamber from magazine and open and remain to rear.
engage the thumb safety.
2. Grasp grip of pistol firmly. (A loose grip may
cause the pistol to malfunction.) The pressure
Warning! Improperly loading the 1911 by manually
inserting a round in the chamber may cause accidental
from the hand will disengage grip safety located
discharge. Always load the pistol using the magazine.
at top of rear grip area.
When loading the pistol, always point the muzzle in a
3. Move thumb safety down taking gun off safety. safe direction.
Caution: The gun is now ready to fire. Be
prepared for noise and recoil when pistol fires.
4. Aim gun at target by aligning sights.
5. Lightly place finger on trigger, and slowly
squeeze trigger. Spent cartridge is expelled up and
to the right.

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 FRONT FIBER OPTIC INSTALLATION
Warning: Make sure the firearm is completely unloaded, magazine removed and
chamber clear.

INSTALLATION
• With a suitable heat source; i.e., Butane lighter, carefully • If the bulb is larger than the pocket, cut off the bulb only
begin to melt one end of the filament by positioning it and repeat the melting process until the bulb fits properly.
close to the flame until a bulb forms the same size as the
pocket in the serrated face of the front sight. Do not let • Now cut the filament with a razor blade or fingernail
the filament touch the flame as this will clippers approximately 1/16 of an inch longer than the
cloud the bulb (See Figure 20-1). sight. Using the same melting process, form a bulb on the
muzzle end of the sight locking the fiber optic filament in
• Insert the filament into the sight from the serrated face of place (See Figure 20-3).
the sight and pull the filament through the sight until the
bulb rests in the pocket (See Figure 20-2).

20 Figure 20-1 Figure 20-2 Figure 20-3

UNLOADING Figure 21-1
If slide is already in “locked back” position:
1. Point gun in safe direction.
2. Press magazine release button to
remove magazine.
3. From top and rear, carefully inspect
chamber to make sure it is empty
(Figure 21-1).
4. Hold slide, disengage slide stop,
ease slide forward.
Notice: The slide of a 1911-A1 pistol should never
be released on an empty chamber; especially one
which has had an action job. Releasing the slide on
an empty chamber causes damage to the breech
face on the barrel and undue stress on all action
parts, including the hammer and the sear. This will
ruin the action job performed on your pistol.
5. Carefully lower hammer as described in the
HAMMER LOWERING section. (Figure 21-2)
Figure 21-2

Pistol is not empty or unloaded until the chamber is empty and the magazine removed.
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 UNLOADING Figure 22-1
If slide is forward and hammer is cocked:
1. Point gun in safe direction.
2. Engage thumb safety.
3. Press magazine release button
to remove magazine.
4. Disengage thumb safety.
5. Pull slide fully to rear to eject any
cartridge remaining in chamber.
6. While holding slide in rearward (open) position,
carefully inspect chamber making sure it is empty
(Figure 22-2).
7. Slowly release slide, allowing it to return
to forward position.
8. Carefully lower hammer as described in
HAMMER LOWERING section (Figure 22-2).
When magazine has been removed and when chamber is
empty, a gun lock can be installed or the ILS may be
activated (ILS not on all models). Pistol can now be safely
stored in a secure place. Figure 22-2

Pistol is not empty or unloaded until the chamber is empty and the magazine removed.
Never touch the trigger when loading or unloading the pistol.
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HAMMER LOWERING Figure 23-1

1. Point gun in safe direction and ensure pistol

is unloaded (Figure 23-1).
2. Firmly hold gun, depressing grip safety.
3. Using non-shooting hand, firmly grasp hammer
with thumb and forefinger (Figure 23-2).
4. Be prepared for hammer movement.
Squeeze trigger.
5. Slowly lower hammer with thumb and forefinger
until it is fully forward.
6. Release trigger. (If the trigger is released early
the gun may be on the Safety Stop.)

Note: Always keep and carry your pistol with an

empty chamber and with the hammer forward (down)
until you intend to shoot, so your pistol cannot be fired
unintentionally.

Caution: If pistol is loaded, gun may

discharge if the hammer slips from your
grip during this procedure.
Figure 23-2
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 MALFUNCTION WARNING!
If cartridge hangs up, jams or binds when being chambered from magazine into chamber,
do not attempt to force it into chamber by pushing or striking slide.
1. What to do: If any information in this manual is not clear,
• Point gun in a safe direction. call Springfield’s Consumer Safety Department
at (309) 944-5631 for assistance.
• Remove magazine.
• Pull back on slide and allow cartridge to fall from gun.
Always wear eye and ear protection when
• If cartridge does not fall free, pull slide back
using any firearm. Safety and instruction
and lock it back.
manuals are available from Springfield, Inc.
• Carefully dislodge cartridge.
• If cartridge cannot be removed, carefully store
your gun and take it to a gunsmith.
2. Most failures of cartridge to feed or chamber are the
result of a damaged magazine, improper gun
handling or defective ammunition.
3. Whatever the cause, a jammed cartridge can be
a dangerous situation. Should shell be discharged
while out of chamber, cartridge will rupture and
fragments will be blown out of pistol with sufficient
force to cause injury.

Always have gun pointed in a safe direction.

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TO ELIMINATE MALFUNCTIONS
1. Change type/brand of ammunition • Check that magazine spring tension is adequate.
and/or magazine. The spring should hold the follower tightly against
2. If changing to another type/brand of ammunition the lips of the magazine.
and/or magazine does not at once result in smooth • Check that magazine lips are free of nicks
feeding of cartridges from magazine to chamber, and burrs and are not deformed.
the following steps should be taken: • Remove excess oil and solvent from all cleaned
• Make certain chamber and magazine are components, load magazine and try pistol again.
unloaded. Magazine should be removed first.
Check chamber to be sure it and magazine
well are clear of cartridges.
• Thoroughly clean magazine, paying particular
attention to removing accumulated grease.
Thoroughly clean breech mechanism of pistol.
Use a bristle brush and solvent to remove grease
and fouling from breech face, extractor, chamber
and feed ramp. (See CARE AND CLEANING
section for detailed instruction.)

Proceed slowly and exercise caution to prevent the discharge of a jammed cartridge.
The discharge of a jammed cartridge could cause serious injury to you or bystanders. 25
 SECTION 1: DISASSEMBLY OF FULL-SIZE MODELS

If you decide to disassemble your Springfield

pistol, do so properly. Improper disassembly
and assembly will create unsafe conditions
that could result in injury or death or a gun
that simply will not work. Don’t take chances.
Do not attempt to disassemble this or any
other firearm until you have received training
26 and instructions from a competent gunsmith.
SECTION 1: DISASSEMBLY
FULL-SIZE MODELS
Before performing any cleaning or maintenance, make sure the firearm is completely unloaded (this includes the magazine
and chamber). Wear eye protection.
Step 1 - Magazine Removal & Chamber Check Step 2 - Recoil Spring Removal
Point gun in a safe direction. Point gun in a safe direction.
1. Press magazine catch and remove magazine. 1. If your pistol contains a 2 piece full length guide
2. Pull slide backwards and check that no cartridge rod, use a 5/32 Allen wrench to remove the front
is in the chamber. portion of guide rod.
3. Release slide allowing it to go to forward position. 2. Grip slide behind the front sight, resting pistol
butt on top of your knee.
3. Move slide rearward, approximately 1/2 inch,
grasp firmly to hold in place, and depress recoil
spring plug with thumb.
4. Point muzzle away from face and rotate
barrel bushing clockwise.
5. Do not rotate bushing off of plug unless you
have control of plug and spring.

WARNING: Point muzzle away from face to

prevent injury in the event plug is ejected by spring.
CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the area
2. 3. 27
while you are maintaining your firearm.
 SECTION 1: DISASSEMBLY
FULL-SIZE MODELS
Step 3 Step 4 - Slide Stop Removal
Cautiously allow plug and recoil spring to move forward. 1. Align disassembly notch on slide with slide stop.
2. Press slide stop shaft on right side of frame
and remove slide stop by pulling it out of left
side of frame.

CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the

area while you are maintaining your firearm.
Always wear eye and ear protection when BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before
using any firearm. Safety and instruction beginning disassembly! Wear eye protection,
28 manuals are available from Springfield, Inc. gun contains spring-loaded parts.
SECTION 1: DISASSEMBLY Step 7 - Barrel Removal
FULL-SIZE MODELS 1. Rotate barrel bushing to left of slide and remove
Step 5 - Slide Removal it through the front.
Pull slide forward in its guides and remove slide. 2. Tilt barrel link forward and remove barrel
Barrel, barrel bushing, recoil spring plug, recoil from front of slide.
spring and guide will come with it.

Step 6 - Recoil Spring Components Removal

Step 7-1
Remove recoil spring and guide through back side.

Step 7-2

CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the

area while you are maintaining your firearm.
Always wear eye and ear protection when
BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before
using any firearm. Safety and instruction
manuals are available from Springfield, Inc.
beginning disassembly! Wear eye protection,
29
gun contains spring-loaded parts.
 SECTION 1: DISASSEMBLY
FULL-SIZE MODELS
Note: There are many after-market or accessory items
for 1911 style pistols. After market accessories may
void warranty. If you are not the original owner
of your pistol or you are unclear on disassembling your
pistol, call or write to Springfield Armory.

Call Springfield Consumer Safety Department at

(309) 944-5631

or write c/o:

Springfield Inc.
420 West Main Street CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the
Geneseo, IL 61254 area while you are maintaining your firearm.

Always wear eye and ear protection when

using any firearm. Safety and instruction
manuals are available from Springfield, Inc.

Improper disassembly may damage the firearm. BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before
Always consult an experienced gunsmith if you beginning disassembly! Wear eye protection,
experience any difficulty or have any questions gun contains spring-loaded parts.
30 concerning assembly procedure.
SECTION 1: ASSEMBLY
FULL-SIZE MODELS
Assemble by reversing the order of disassembly.
Note: When replacing recoil assembly (Step 6), be An improperly assembled firearm
certain the recoil spring guide and recoil spring are is dangerous and should not be fired.
aligned with the barrel before inserting in slide. Be Always consult an experienced gunsmith
sure to flip barrel link forward before installing slide if you experience any difficulty or have any
assembly. Slide stop shaft must go through hole in questions concerning assembly procedure.
barrel link.

CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the

area while you are maintaining your firearm.

Always wear eye and ear protection when BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before
using any firearm. Safety and instruction beginning disassembly! Wear eye protection,
manuals are available from Springfield, Inc. gun contains spring-loaded parts. 31
 SECTION 2: DISASSEMBLY 
OF TRP OPERATOR MODELS

If you decide to disassemble your Springfield

pistol, do so properly. Improper disassembly
and assembly will create unsafe conditions
that could result in injury or death or a gun
that simply will not work. Don’t take chances.
Do not attempt to disassemble this or any
other firearm until you have received training
32 and instructions from a competent gunsmith.
SECTION 2: DISASSEMBLY
TRP™ OPERATOR® MODELS
Before performing any cleaning or maintenance, make sure the firearm is completely unloaded (this includes the magazine
and chamber). Wear eye protection.
Step 1 - Magazine Removal & Chamber Check
Point gun in a safe direction.
1. Press magazine catch and remove magazine.
2. Pull slide backwards and check that no
cartridge is in the chamber.

Improper disassembly may damage the firearm.

Always consult an experienced gunsmith if you
experience any difficulty or have any questions
concerning assembly procedure.

CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the

area while you are maintaining your firearm.

Always wear eye and ear protection when

using any firearm. Safety and instruction
33
manuals are available from Springfield, Inc.
 SECTION 2: DISASSEMBLY
TRP™ OPERATOR® MODELS Figure 33-1
Step 2 - Slide Stop Removal
1. Align disassembly notch on slide with slide stop.
2. Press slide stop shaft on right side of frame.
3. Remove slide stop from left side.
4. Pull slide assembly forward off frame.

Step 3 - Recoil Spring Assembly Removal

1. Push recoil spring assembly forward to expose
a small, pin-sized hole. (Fig. 33-1)
Figure 33-2
2. Insert the provided pin (or cut a paper clip so
that it extends 1/16” on both sides of guide
rod) into pin hole.
3. Remove recoil spring housing from the rear
of the slide. (Fig. 33-2)
4. Remove the barrel from the front of the slide.

CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the area

while you are maintaining your firearm.
Always wear eye and ear protection when BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before
using any firearm. Safety and instruction beginning disassembly! Wear eye protection,
34 manuals are available from Springfield, Inc. gun contains spring-loaded parts.
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLY
TRP OPERATOR MODELS
Assemble by reversing the order of disassembly. An improperly
assembled firearm
Note: Be sure to flip barrel link forward before is dangerous and
installing barrel into slide. should not be fired.
Always consult an experienced gunsmith if you
experience any difficulty or have any questions
concerning assembly procedure.

CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the area

while you are maintaining your firearm.
Always wear eye and ear protection when BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before
using any firearm. Safety and instruction beginning disassembly! Wear eye protection,
manuals are available from Springfield, Inc. gun contains spring-loaded parts.

Model 1911-A1 Pistols are classified firearms and dangerous

weapons. Injury or death to you or others may result from
unsafe or improper use. 35
 SECTION 3: DISASSEMBLY OF V-12, V-16, &
LONG SLIDE MODELS

If you decide to disassemble your Springfield

pistol, do so properly. Improper disassembly
and assembly will create unsafe conditions
that could result in injury or death or a gun
that simply will not work. Don’t take chances.
Do not attempt to disassemble this or any
other firearm until you have received training
36 and instructions from a competent gunsmith.
SECTION 3: DISASSEMBLY
V-12, V-16, & LONG SLIDE MODELS
Before performing any cleaning or maintenance, make sure the firearm is completely unloaded (this includes the magazine
and chamber). Wear eye protection.

Step 1 - Magazine Removal & Chamber Check

Point gun in a safe direction.
1. Press magazine catch and remove magazine.
2. Pull slide backwards and check that no cartridge
is in the chamber.

BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before

beginning disassembly! Wear eye protection, gun
contains spring-loaded parts.

An improperly assembled firearm is dangerous and should not be fired.

Always consult an experienced gunsmith if you experience any difficulty
or have any questions concerning assembly procedure.

CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the area

while you are maintaining your firearm. 37
 SECTION 3: DISASSEMBLY
V-12, V-16, & LONG SLIDE MODELS
Step 2 - Full Length Guide Rod Removal Step 4 - Slide Removal
Some V-series and Long Slide Models contain full-length guide rods. Pull slide forward in its guides and remove slide.
1. Use a 5/32 Allen wrench to remove the Barrel, recoil spring plug, recoil spring, and guide
front portion of the guide rod. will come with it.

Step 3 - Slide Stop Removal

1. Align disassembly notch with slide stop.
2. Press slide stop shaft on right side of slide
and remove slide stop by pulling it out of
left side of frame.

BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before beginning

disassembly! Wear eye protection, gun contains
spring-loaded parts.

Recoil spring guide could eject out from the side as slide is
CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the area removed. To keep the recoil spring from ejecting sideways,
38 while you are maintaining your firearm. hold fingers around slide while moving it forward.
SECTION 3: DISASSEMBLY
V-12, V-16, & LONG SLIDE MODELS
Step 4 - Recoil Spring Components Removal Step 5 - Barrel Removal
Remove guide, recoil spring, and its plug through Tilt barrel link forward and remove barrel
back of slide. through front of slide.

CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the area BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before
while you are maintaining your firearm. beginning disassembly! Wear eye protection, gun
contains spring-loaded parts. 39
 SECTION 3: ASSEMBLY
V-12, V-16, & LONG SLIDE MODELS

Assemble by reversing the order of disassembly.

Note: When replacing recoil assembly (Step 4), be

certain barrel clearance cuts on recoil spring guide
are aligned before inserting in slide. Be sure to flip
barrel link forward before installing slide assembly.

CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the area An improperly assembled firearm is
while you are maintaining your firearm. dangerous and should not be fired.
Always consult an experienced gunsmith
BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before if you experience any difficulty or have any
beginning disassembly! Wear eye protection, gun questions concerning assembly procedure.
40 contains spring-loaded parts.
SECTION 4: DISASSEMBLY of MICRO-COMPACT,
ULTRA COMPACT, V-10, COMPACT,
EMP® 3", EMP® 4" &
CHAMPION MODELS

If you decide to disassemble your Springfield

pistol, do so properly. Improper disassembly
and assembly will create unsafe conditions
that could result in injury or death or a gun
that simply will not work. Don’t take chances.
Do not attempt to disassemble this or any
other firearm until you have received training 41
and instructions from a competent gunsmith.
 SECTION 4: DISASSEMBLY
MICRO-COMPACT, ULTRA COMPACT, V-10, COMPACT, EMP® 3", EMP® 4"
& CHAMPION MODELS
Before performing any cleaning or maintenance, make sure the firearm is completely unloaded (this includes the magazine
and chamber). Wear eye protection.

Step 1 - Magazine Removal & Chamber Check

Point gun in a safe direction.
1. Press magazine catch and remove magazine.
2. Pull slide backwards and check that no cartridge
is in the chamber.
3. Release slide allowing it to go to forward position.

BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before

beginning disassembly! Wear eye protection, gun
contains spring-loaded parts.
WARNING: Point muzzle away from face to CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the area
42 prevent injury in the event plug is ejected by spring. while you are maintaining your firearm.
SECTION 4: DISASSEMBLY
MICRO-COMPACT, ULTRA COMPACT, V-10,
COMPACT, EMP® 3", EMP® 4" & CHAMPION MODELS
NOTE: Your firearm may have one of the two recoil systems listed.
Always Point gun in a safe direction.
Step 2 - Dual Recoil Spring Disassembly Figure 43-1 Figure 43-2
1. Lock slide to the rear. (See fig. 43-1)
2. Firmly “snap” the takedown piece over the exposed portion of the guide rod between
inner spring plug and guide rod cap. (See fig. 43-2)
3. Grasp slide, release slide lock and slowly allow slide to go forward. Align disassembly
notch on slide with stop. Remove the slide stop.
4. Carefully remove the slide assembly from the receiver.
5. The recoil spring system can now be removed from the slide. (See fig. 43-3) Figure 43-3
6. The barrel can now be removed from the front of the slide.
7. Disassembly is now complete.
Step 2 - Flat Wire Recoil Spring Disassembly
1. Lock slide to the rear.
2. Install flat wire takedown piece. (See fig. 43-4)
3. Align disassembly notch on slide with slide stop. Figure 43-4
4. Remove slide stop and slowly remove slide from receiver keeping in mind that the
slide is under spring pressure until it clears the receiver.
5. With the bottom of the slide facing up, press the guide rod head forward until
enough of the rod is exposed and firmly snap the takedown piece over the rod.
(See fig. 43-5 and 3)
6. Disassembly is now complete. Figure 43-5 43
ALTERNATE METHOD FOR DISASSEMBLY
Dual Recoil Spring Disassembly
1. Retract slide to the takedown notch. 4. With the bottom of the slide facing up, press the guide rod
2. Align disassembly notch on slide with slide stop. head forward until enough of the rod is exposed and firmly
3. Remove slide stop and slowly remove slide from receiver snap the takedown piece over the rod. (See fig. 44-1 and 2)
keeping in mind that the slide is under spring pressure until 5. The slide assembly can now be disassembled as
it clears the receiver. previously laid out. (Described in section 4, Step 2).

Figure 44-1 Figure 44-2

CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the area CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the area
44 while you are maintaining your firearm. while you are maintaining your firearm.
SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY
MICRO-COMPACT, ULTRA COMPACT, V-10, COMPACT, EMP® 3", EMP® 4"
& CHAMPION MODELS

Assemble by reversing the order of disassembly. An improperly

assembled firearm
Note: Be sure to flip barrel link forward before is dangerous and
installing barrel into slide. should not be fired.
Always consult an experienced gunsmith if you
experience any difficulty or have any questions
concerning assembly procedure.

BE SAFE! Be sure pistol is unloaded before

beginning disassembly! Wear eye protection, gun
contains spring-loaded parts.
CAUTION: Never allow live ammunition in the area
while you are maintaining your firearm.

Model 1911-A1 Pistols are classified firearms and dangerous

weapons. Injury or death to you or others may result from
unsafe or improper use. 45
 CAUTION
Never leave pistol cocked and ready to fire as the fire Proper use will prevent the gun from being fired
condition is extremely dangerous. Pistol could easily be accidentally. No mechanical device is a substitute for safe
accidentally discharged causing injury, death, or gun handling. Every household member should be trained
damage to property. in safe gun handling practices. Minor children should be
given the Eddie Eagle Safety Program from the NRA.
Call 703-267-1000 for the video.

Caution: FIREARMS should always be locked

and stored in complete compliance with all
applicable laws and regulations.

Always wear eye and ear protection when

using any firearm. Safety and instruction
46 manuals are available from Springfield, Inc.
PORTED BARREL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Warnings, Ammunition Restrictions, Safety Notes
and Maintenance Always use eye and ear protection when shooting or
Completely read this safety manual before using a when in close proximity to shooting. A ported barrel
ported barrel pistol. Transfer this manual to any pistol, in common with most pistols using muzzle brake
subsequent owner or user of the pistol. If you are devices, produces greater noise than normal pistols and
inexperienced in the handling of firearms, obtain this poses a danger to hearing. Never position any part
expert instruction before attempting to shoot. Neither of the body over or near the exhaust ports. Never cycle
this manual nor this product can take the place of the slide with your hands over the exhaust ports. Never
proper instruction in the safety aspects of shooting, the point a gun at anything you do not intend to shoot. If
use of firearms, and the use of a firearm for self- the ported pistol is drawn rapidly it must not be
defense. Severe injury to hands, eyes, face, other discharged in proximity to the holster or the shooter’s
persons or property will occur with improper use of a eyes, legs, arms, clothing or bystanders. Do not shoot a
ported pistol. ported barrel pistol from the hip. The blast from the
exhaust ports can cause injury or property damage
several feet away. Use caution when shooting to avoid
overhead objects that may be damaged by the blast
from the barrel exhaust ports.

Always point gun in a safe direction.

Keep your gun unloaded until you are ready to shoot.
47
 PORTED BARREL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Ammunition Maintenance
Use only fresh factory ammunition such as Accumulated debris in the barrel exhaust ports may
Winchester or Federal. DO NOT use handloads, result in damage to the pistol or injury to the shooter.
reloads, or remanufactured ammunition in your With the gun unloaded, regularly inspect the bore and
Springfield firearm. Only shoot cartridges of the caliber exhaust ports for dirt and debris. Never discharge the
engraved on the barrel. DO NOT use shot cartridges firearm when any form of debris is present in the barrel
or any ammunition which is loaded with a frangible or exhaust ports.
projectile or any ultra-light weight projectile at elevated
velocities, or any wooden or plastic projectile.

Caution
Fragments of the metal jackets on jacketed bullets
may be propelled through the exhaust ports with great
force and have the potential to cause injury or property
damage at a distance of several feet. The misuse of
any of the ammunition described above may result in
injury, property damage, or both.

Always wear eye and ear protection when

using any firearm. Safety and instruction
manuals are available from Springfield, Inc.
48
POINT OF AIM
Point of Impact
Shooters may use a “point of aim” sight picture at
25 yards. This means that, at 25 yards the bullet should
impact the target at the point visible at the top of the
front sight. Shooters may also use a “6 o’clock” sight
picture to strike the center of the target. Springfield
Armory pistols are designed to use the “6 o’clock” sight
picture at 25 yards. However, some pistols may shoot “Point of Aim”
sight picture
“point of aim” at 25 yards depending on shooter and
ammunition.

Note: 1911-A1 Pistols less than 5 inches are designed to

use standard pressure ball ammo and self-defense
loads. +P ammunition is not recommended. Use only
clean, dry, original, high-quality, commercially
manufactured ammunition.

“6 O’Clock” 49
sight picture
 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST
MIL-SPEC MODELS
1. PI9911 .45 Mil-Spec Frame 2. PX4546 .45 Slide
1a. PI0037 Slide Stop 2a. PI5350 3-Dot Front Sight, .180
1b. PI0038 Thumb Safety 2b. PI5341 H.P. Fixed Rear Sight, 3-Dot
1c. PI0044 Slide Stop Plunger 2c. PI0011 Extra Power Firing Pin Spring
1d. PI0042 Thumb Safety/Slide Stop Spring 2d. PI0910 9mm Titanium Firing Pin
1e. PI0043 Safety Plunger 2e. PI4506 .45 Extractor
1f. PI0041 Plunger Tube 2f. PI4511 .45 Firing Pin Stop
1g. PI0017 Hammer Pin 2g. PI0032 Recoil Spring Guide
1h. PI0015 Grip Screw Escutcheon 2h. PI0030 Recoil Spring (16 lb.)
1i. PI0026 Mainspring Housing Retainer Pin 2i. PI0031 Recoil Spring Plug
1j. PI4507 .45 Ejector, Extended
1k. PI0005 Disconnector 3. PI3501 .45 Barrel (Stainless)
1l. PI0034 Sear 3a. PI0004 Barrel Link Pin
1m. PI0027 Magazine Catch 3b. PI0003 Barrel Link
1n. PI0029 Magazine Catch Spring 3c. PI3002 Barrel Bushing (Stainless)
1o. PI0028 Magazine Catch Lock
1p. PI5006 Regular Spur Hammer 4. PI4523 .45 7-Round Magazine
1q. PI0019 Hammer Strut Pin
1r. PI0018 Hammer Strut 5. PI0020 Arched Mainspring Housing
1s. PI5308 Mil-Spec Trigger 5a. SL0008 ILS Locking Bolt
1t. PI0036 Sear Spring 5b. PI0024 Mainspring Retainer
1u. PH5066 Grip Safety 5c. PI0052 Mainspring (28 lb.)
1v. PI5143 Black Plastic Grip (L.H.) 5d. SL0007 ILS Mainspring Cap
1w. PI5144 Black Plastic Grip (R.H.) 5e. SL0009 ILS Plunger
1x. PI0014 Grip Screw 5f. SL0010 ILS Plunger Spring
1y. PI0035 Sear Pin
50 1z. PI0008 Ejector Pin
51
 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST
“LOADED” MODELS
1. PI9911 .45 “Loaded” Frame 2. PX4546 .45 Slide
1a. PI0037 Slide Stop 2a. PI5017 Dovetail Front Sight
1b. PH5036 Extended Thumb Safety 2b. PI4600M Fixed Combat Rear Sight
1c. PI0044 Slide Stop Plunger 2c. PI0011 Extra Power Firing Pin Spring
1d. PI0042 Thumb Safety/Slide Stop Spring 2d. PI0910 9mm Titanium Firing Pin
1e. PI0043 Safety Plunger 2e. PI4506 .45 Extractor
1f. PI0041 Plunger Tube 2f. PI4511 .45 Firing Pin Stop
1g. PI0017 Hammer Pin 2g. PI5192 National Match 2-piece Recoil Spring Guide
1h. PI0015 Grip Screw Escutcheon 2h. PI0030 Recoil Spring (16 lb.)
1i. PI0026 Mainspring Housing Retainer Pin 2i. PI5198 National Match Guide Plug (Stainless)
1j. PI4507 .45 Ejector, Extended
1k. PI0005 Disconnector 3. PI3501 .45 Barrel (Stainless)
1l. PI0034 Sear 3a. PI0004 Barrel Link Pin
1m. PI0027 Magazine Catch 3b. PI0003 Barrel Link
1n. PI0029 Magazine Catch Spring 3c. PI3002 Barrel Bushing (Stainless)
1o. PI0028 Magazine Catch Lock
1p. PI5006 Delta-Style Hammer 4. PI4523 .45 7-Round Magazine
1q. PI0019 Hammer Strut Pin
1r. PI0018 Hammer Strut 5. SL0005 ILS Mainspring Housing
1s. PI5308 National Match Aluminum Trigger 5a. SL0008 ILS Locking Bolt
1t. PI0036 Sear Spring 5b. PI0024 Mainspring Retainer
1u. PH5066 Beavertail Grip Safety 5c. PI0052 Mainspring (28 lb.)
1v. PI5143 Cocobolo Checkered Grip w/bevel (L.H.) 5d. SL0007 ILS Mainspring Cap
1w. PI5144 Cocobolo Checkered Grip w/bevel (R.H.) 5e. SL0009 ILS Plunger
1x. PI0014 Grip Screw 5f. SL0010 ILS Plunger Spring
1y. PI0035 Sear Pin
52 1z. PI0008 Ejector Pin
53
 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST
HIGH CAPACITY MODELS
1. PH9900 High-Capacity Frame 2. PI4546 .45 Slide
1a. PI0037 Slide Stop 2a. PI5350 3-Dot Front Sight, .180
1b. PH5036 Extended Thumb Safety 2b. PI5341 H.P. Fixed Rear Sight (3-Dot)
1c. PI0044 Slide Stop Plunger 2c. PI0011 Extra Power Firing Pin Spring
1d. PI0042 Thumb Safety/Slide Stop Spring 2d. PI0910 9mm Titanium Firing Pin
1e. PI0043 Safety Plunger 2e. PI4506 .45 Extractor
1f. PI0017 Hammer Pin 2f. PI4511 Firing Pin Stop
1g. PH0015 Grip Screw Escutcheon
1h. PI0026 Mainspring Housing Retainer Pin 3. PI3501 .45 Barrel (Stainless)
1i. PI4507 .45 Ejectors, Extended 3a. PI0004 Barrel Link Pin
1j. PI0005 Disconnector 3b. PI0003 Barrel Link
1k. PI0034 Sear 3c. PI3002 Barrel Bushing (Stainless)
1l. PH0027 Magazine Catch
1m. PI0029 Magazine Catch Spring 4. PI5445 .45 High Capacity Standard Magazine
1n. PI0028 Magazine Catch Lock
1o. PI5006 Delta Style Hammer 5. SL0005 ILS Mainspring Housing
1p. PI0019 Hammer Strut Pin 5a. SL0008 ILS Locking Bolt
1q. PI0018 Hammer Strut 5b. PI0024 Mainspring Retainer
1r. PH0039 High-Capacity Trigger 5c. PI0052 Mainspring (28 lb.)
1s. PI0036 Sear Spring 5d. SL0007 ILS Mainspring Cap
1t. PH5066 Beavertail Grip Safety 5e. SL0009 ILS Plunger
1u. PH0006 High-Capacity Grip (L.H.) 5f. SL0010 ILS Plunger Spring
1v. PH0007 High-Capacity Grip (R.H.)
1w. PH0014 High-Capacity Grip Screw
1x. PI0035 Sear Pin
1y. PI0008 Ejector Pin
54
55
 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST
"Micro Compact" MODELS
1. PI9980 .45 “Micro-compact” Frame 2. PI4845 .45 Micro-Compact Slide
1a. PI0037 Slide Stop 2a. PI5016M Dovetail Front Sight
1br. PH5114 Extended Ambidextrous Thumb Safety (Right) 2b. PI4600M Fixed Combat Rear Sight
1bl. PH5113 Extended Ambidextrous Thumb Safety (Left) 2c. PI0011 Extra Power Firing Pin Spring
1c. PI0044 Slide Stop Plunger 2d. PI0910 9mm Titanium Firing Pin
1d. PI0042 Thumb Safety/Slide Stop Spring 2e. PI4506 .45 Extractor
1e. PI0043 Safety Plunger 2f. PI0911 9MM Firing Pin Stop
1f. PI0041 Plunger Tube 2g. PI5192 National Match 2-piece Recoil Spring Guide
1g. PI0017 Hammer Pin 2h. PI4834 Micro-Compact Outer Recoil Spring
1h. PI4815 Thin Line Grip Screw Escutcheon 2i. PI4831 Micro-Compact Reverse Spring Plug
1i. PI0026 Mainspring Housing Retainer Pin
1j. PI0907 Micro-Compact Ejector, Extended 3. PI4801 .45 Barrel (Stainless)
1k. PI0005 Disconnector 3a. PI0004 Barrel Link Pin
1l. PI0034 Sear 3b. PI0003 Barrel Link
1m. PI0027 Magazine Catch
1n. PI0029 Magazine Catch Spring 4. PI4726 .45 Compact 6 Round Magazine
1o. PI0028 Magazine Catch Lock
1p. PI5006 Delta-Style Hammer 5. SL0005 ILS Mainspring Housing
1q. PI0019 Hammer Strut Pin 5a. SL0008 ILS Locking Bolt
1r. PI0018 Hammer Strut 5b. PI4724 Mainspring Retainer
1s. PI5308 National Match Aluminum Trigger 5c. SL0014 Mainspring (23 lb.)
1t. PI0036 Sear Spring 5d. SL0007 ILS Mainspring Cap
1u. PH5066 Beavertail Grip Safety 5e. SL0009 ILS Plunger
1v. PI5168 Cocobolo Checkered Thin Line Grip w/bevel (L.H.) 5f. SL0010 ILS Plunger Spring
1w. PI5169 Cocobolo Checkered Thin Line Grip w/bevel (R.H.)
1x. PI4814 Thin Line Grip Screw
56 1y. PI0035 Sear Pin
1z. PI0008 Ejector Pin
 3 2a
2c

3a 2 2d
2b
3b
2e

2i
1o
2h
1n
1 2f 1m
1j 1k
1w
1p 1bl

1a 1z 1l
1h 1q

1br 1f 1r
1y
1g
1s
1x 1c
1d 1i
1e 5d
1h
1v
5c 1v

4
5b 1t

5a

5
57
 CARE & CLEANING
Basic materials needed: Do not use patches dripping with solvent or oil. Wet
• Cleaning rod of proper size with bristle bore patches or brushes, then squeeze out excess before using.
brushes (fiber or brass) and tip into which cleaning When using bore brushes or a larger bristle brush on
patch can be inserted. breech face, breech areas, magazines, etc., work
• Cloth patches carefully to prevent damaging components.
• Powder solvent Note: If lower parts of receiver and its mechanism are
• Lubricating oil especially dirty, soak in appropriate solvent, or flush clean with
same solvent. Remove grip panels before soaking or flushing,
• Small lint-free cloths for wiping and oiling and make certain that all foreign matter is removed after
• Bristle brush for scrubbing dirt off breech face, cleaning. Lightly oil after cleaning.
Only a very small amount of oil is needed to adequately
extractor, magazine lips, follower, etc.
lubricate moving parts and prevent rust. Stainless Steel pistols
Use proper size bore brushes and patches - if they are require slightly more lubrication than parkerized or blued
too small they won’t do the job, and if they are too pistols. Accumulation of oil tends to attract dust and dirt which
large they will bind inside bore. interferes with the safe and reliable functioning of pistol.
Do not apply excess lubricating oil.
When possible, insert cleaning rod from chamber end
of bore and push rod all the way through so it emerges Wear eye protection when using solvent.
from muzzle. Thoroughly wash your hands to remove
powder and solvents after cleaning your gun.
Do not “reverse” rod direction when patch or brush is
in barrel, it might bind.
Always wear eye and ear protection when
using any firearm. Safety and instruction
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CLEANING PISTOL
1. Point gun in safe direction. 9. Using powder solvent on a clean patch, remove
2. Remove magazine and empty chamber. powder residue from all components of mechanism.
If grease or dirt cannot be removed by wiping with
3. Separate cartridges from pistol before patch, use solvent-wetted bristle brush.
cleaning operation.
10. Next, wipe scrubbed areas with solvent-wetted patch.
4. Open slide and visually check that chamber and
magazine well are free of cartridges. 11. After cleaning, run dry patch through barrel,
then follow with lightly-oiled patch.
5. Disassemble pistol as described in the proper
DISASSEMBLY Section. 12. Wipe all surfaces clean with cloth, then wipe all
surfaces with lightly-oiled patch (or cloth).
6. Using cleaning rod, run solvent-wetted patch
through barrel several times. 13. Reassemble pistol. Remember, an improperly
assembled firearm is dangerous and should not be
7. Attach solvent-wetted bristle brush to rod and run fired. Always consult an experienced gunsmith if
back and forth full length of bore as needed until you experience any difficulty or have any questions
clean of grease and dirt. concerning assembly procedure.
8. Clean barrel with dry patches and examine it. If 14. If pistol is to be stored for an extended period, final
necessary, repeat barrel scrubbing. Bore fouling oil wiping can be heavier so there will be less
can contribute to reduced accuracy, and grease tendency for it to evaporate. Stainless steel pistols
accumulation in the chamber can interfere with must be lubricated.
proper feeding of cartridges from magazine.

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 PERIODIC CLEANING: EXTRACTOR
Note: Once the slide is removed, the firing pin removal and cleaning can be done.

Step 1 - Firing Pin Removal Step 2 - Extractor Removal

1. If necessary, remove firing pin by pressing it with 1. Using pin punch, pull extractor by groove
pin punch while simultaneously pushing firing where firing pin stop runs.
pin tail past the firing pin stop, then pull firing pin
stop downward from slide.
2. Remove firing pin and its spring.
Caution: Point the back end of the slide, where
the firing pin exits, away from face to prevent injury
in the event the firing pin is ejected by the spring.

Used Guns
If you got this firearm as a used gun, before you use it
you should make sure it is unloaded and check all its
functions to be sure it works right. Guns are sometimes
altered to work incorrectly, or parts may be removed,
lost or replaced with incorrect parts. First, unload it and
check it yourself, then take it to a good gunsmith who
knows about this model of firearm, and have it checked.

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DANGEROUS: .22 CONVERSION KITS FOR MODEL 1911 PISTOLS
The firing pin on some commercial
.22 conversion kits protrudes back too
far causing the hammer to hit the firing
pin when the hammer is in the Safety
Stop position. When this occurs the gun
could fire and is a potentially dangerous
situation. .22 conversion kits with this condition are
dangerous and could cause serious injuries.
For your safety and the safety of others, these .22
conversion kits should not be used on any Springfield
1911 model pistol.

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Springfield, Inc. warrants to You, the original retail purchaser of the Product, that the Product You purchased will be free of defects in workmanship or material, subject to the terms
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1911-A1 pistol, like all firearms, is a dangerous weapon if not handled properly.
NOTES:
 Always wear eye and ear protection when
using any firearm. Safety and instruction
manuals are available from Springfield, Inc.

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