--- title: "Charles Daly Case Hardened 1911 45 ACP Pistol" description: "Case-hardened Charles Daly 1911 in .45 ACP with a 5-inch barrel, walnut grips, fiber optic night sights, 8+1 capacity, and two 8-round magazines." canonical_url: "https://www.kygunco.com/product/charles-daly-440.181-1911-empire-grade-45-acp-5-8rd-color-case-pistol" meta: author: KYGUNCO "og:description": "Case-hardened Charles Daly 1911 in .45 ACP with a 5-inch barrel, walnut grips, fiber optic night sights, 8+1 capacity, and two 8-round magazines." "og:image": "https://cdn.kygunco.com/assets/products/249412/thumbnail.jpg?v=1710511255" "og:image:height": "500" "og:image:width": "500" "og:title": "Charles Daly Case Hardened 1911 45 ACP Pistol" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.kygunco.com/llms.txt) [Home](https://www.kygunco.com/) / [Shooting](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting) / [Guns](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns) / [Handguns](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns/handguns) / [Semi-Auto](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns/handguns/semi-auto) / CHR-440.181 ![Main product image](https://static.kygunco.com/cdn-cgi/image/f=auto,w=600/assets/products/249412/main.jpg?v=1710511255) For illustration purposes only, this image may not be an exact representation of the product. # CHARLES DALY 1911 Empire 45ACP 5" 8rd Pistol w/ Night Sights | Case Hardened w/ Walnut Grips The Charles Daly 1911 Empire is a new .45 ACP pistol with a 5-inch barrel, case-hardened finish, walnut grips, and fiber optic night sights. It features an 8+1-round capacity, two 8-round magazines, a manual thumb safety, front slide serrations, and a serrated front strap for improved handling. $770.99 ** 5 interest-free payments of **$154.20** with ![Sezzle logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/sezzle.svg) ** ![Credova logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/credova.svg) As low as **$137.64**/month with ![Credova text logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/credova-text.svg) ** Online In Store ** Free Shipping Enjoy delivery to the Lower 48 States at no cost. ** Ships To FFL Dealer Handled by our expert shippers in Bardstown, KY. ** Check Local Restrictions Not sure whether this item can be shipped to your area? Enter your ZIP code for a quick check. Almost gone. Order now before it sells out. Item # 249412 Style CHR-440.181 UPC 8053800946964 Condition New Manufacturer [Charles Daly](https://www.kygunco.com/brand/charles-daly) Model 1911 Hand Right Hand Finish Case Hardened Round Capacity 8 Caliber 45 ACP Action Semi-Auto Barrel Length 5 in The 1911 Empire is not just about looks; it's built for performance. It comes equipped with fiber optic night sights for enhanced visibility in low light conditions, ensuring accuracy at all times. The manual thumb safety adds an extra layer of security, making it a safe choice for both carry and home defense. The pistol's capacity of 8 + 1 rounds, coupled with two 8-round magazines, means you're prepared for both range shooting and defensive scenarios. Further distinguishing the 1911 Empire are its front slide serrations and serrated front strap, providing improved grip and handling, especially under rapid-fire conditions or when hands are wet. These practical features, combined with the pistol's aesthetic refinements, make the Charles Daly 1911 Empire a highly desirable firearm for both collectors and shooters seeking a blend of tradition and functionality. ** WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. 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