Colt Gold Cup National Match 1911 .38 Super – 5″ Blued

The Colt Gold Cup National Match is a competition-oriented 1911-pattern pistol chambered in .38 Super with a 5-inch National Match barrel and match-grade trigger. It combines a blued steel frame and slide with adjustable target sights to support precise, repeatable shooting for competitive and range use. Controls include a standard thumb safety and grip safety consistent with classic 1911 ergonomics.

Key Specifications

• Model is listed as Gold Cup National Match (Series 70) in supplied data.
• Caliber is specified as .38 Super.
• Action is described as single-action, semi-automatic.
• The barrel is a 5-inch National Match profile.
• Frame and finish are described as a carbon/steel frame with blued finish.
• Barrel material/finish is listed as stainless steel National Match barrel in the source data.
• Sights are reported as a fully adjustable Bomar-style rear and target front sight.
• Trigger is described as a wide adjustable aluminum (skeletonized) match trigger.
• Grips are reported as checkered wood (sources vary between rosewood and walnut).
• Magazine reporting varies; sources reference a 9-round removable magazine but state of loaded capacity is inconsistent (see notes).

With match-focused features—adjustable sights, a National Match barrel and a wide match trigger—the Gold Cup National Match is purpose-built for precision target and competitive use. Its traditional 1911 ergonomics and refined sighting package make it well suited for disciplined shooters seeking consistent shot-to-shot performance on the range.