Les Baer Super-Tac
Les Baer Custom Inc. · Pistol · In Production
Also known as: Les Baer Premier II Super-Tac, Super Tac
Overview
The Les Baer Super-Tac is a high-end, hand-fitted M1911-pattern semi-automatic pistol built on the company's Premier II platform and chambered in .45 ACP. Marketed as Les Baer Custom's flagship tactical and duty pistol, it combines a 5-inch match barrel, precision frame-to-slide fit, tritium night sights, and a durable Bear Coat finish. Each pistol is guaranteed to shoot tight groups at 50 yards, reflecting the maker's reputation for competition-grade accuracy in a carry-oriented package.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1049 g (37.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 216 mm (8.50") |
| Barrel Length | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Height | 140 mm (5.51") |
| Width | 34 mm (1.34") |
| Sight Radius | 165 mm (6.50") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 18 N (4.0 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 260 m/s (853 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 477 J (352 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Bear Coat |
Calibers
- .45 ACP · primary — also known as .45 Auto, 45 ACP, 11.43x23mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Thumb Safety, Grip Safety, Half Cock Notch
- Features: Match Barrel, Night Sights, Adjustable Sights, Beavertail Grip Safety, Extended Thumb Safety, Full Length Guide Rod, Lowered Ejection Port, Flat Serrated Mainspring Housing
Production
Hand-built in limited numbers at the Les Baer Custom shop in Hillsdale, Illinois
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Les Baer
Notes
Frame-to-slide tolerances are held to roughly +/- 0.0003 inches, well tighter than typical production 1911 standards. Also offered in .400 Cor-Bon. Trigger pull is set at approximately 4 pounds.
Background
Les Baer founded his custom shop after years building match-grade 1911s for other well-known makers, and the Super-Tac represents his effort to bring bullseye-competition accuracy standards to a rugged duty and tactical carry pistol.