The Auto-Ordnance Red Tails 1911A1 honors the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, the highly decorated African American pilots of WWII who broke racial barriers and achieved legendary status escorting bombers in their distinctively marked fighters. This pistol is a remarkable homage, bringing the rugged aesthetic and decorated history of a Red Tails P-51C Mustang to a classic handgun platform with engraving and artwork by the artisans at Altered Arsenal. Chambered in the timeless .45 ACP, this GI style 1911 delivers the performance expected from Auto-Ordnance.
Finished in durable Cerakote, the slide features Cerakote Savage Stainless as its base, masterfully detailed with Cerakote Armor Black to simulate the riveted panels of the iconic Mustang. It proudly displays the specific aircraft markings number “72”, the name “‘Ina’ Macon Belle”, and the cool cat design paying tribute to the famous ace that flew this fighter fearlessly into harm’s way. The US Army Air Forces roundel is authentically recreated using Cerakote Navy Blue and Cerakote Snow White. Further fighter-specific details include a bold Cerakote “Red Tails” marking near the rear, and distinctive Cerakote USMC Red and Cerakote Yellow squadron identification banding around the muzzle.
This 1911A1 features the original 5″ barrel and low-profile sights with a blade front sight and a rear drift adjustable for windage. The precision manufactured carbon steel slide, sear, and disconnector are heat treated properly for durability over many thousands of rounds. Each custom firearm is a unique work of art containing hand created content. As a result, no two firearms are exactly alike, and color may slightly vary between individual pieces.
