Ruger SR1911 Competition
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. · Pistol · In Production · 2019
Also known as: SR1911 Competition, Koenig SR1911, SR1911 Doug Koenig Competition
Overview
The Ruger SR1911 Competition is a full-size, single-action semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP, developed in collaboration with champion shooter Doug Koenig as part of Ruger's Custom Shop lineup. Introduced in 2019, the Competition model is built on the proven SR1911 platform but enhanced throughout for match-grade performance. Weighing 40 ounces (1,134 grams) empty with a 127mm (5-inch) stainless steel barrel and 220mm (8.67-inch) overall length, the pistol features a hand-fitted slide and frame for exceptionally tight tolerances. The competition barrel incorporates a fitted barrel bushing, fitted barrel lug, polished feed ramp, and target crown for superior accuracy. The trigger system uses a Koenig Shooting Sports low-mass Commander-style hammer and competition sear paired with a flat-faced aluminum match trigger with an overtravel adjustment screw, delivering a crisp trigger pull of approximately 4.1 pounds (18 N). Sights consist of a dovetailed fiber-optic front sight with replaceable inserts (.060 size) and a fully adjustable Bomar-style serrated rear target sight. The black-nitrided stainless steel frame features aggressive 25 lines-per-inch checkering on the front strap and mainspring housing, an undercut trigger guard for a high grip, ambidextrous extended combat safeties, a machined aluminum magwell, and textured G10 grip panels. The Competition ships with one 7-round flat-base magazine and one 8-round extended magazine in a waterproof fitted hard case with Ruger Custom Shop certificate of authenticity.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1134 g (40.0 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 1318 g (46.5 oz) |
| Overall Length | 220 mm (8.66") |
| Barrel Length | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Height | 143 mm (5.63") |
| Width | 37 mm (1.46") |
| Sight Radius | 175 mm (6.89") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Single Action |
| 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 | 1600 m (1750 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
| Slide Material | Stainless Steel |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Black Nitride |
Calibers
- .45 ACP · primary — also known as .45 Auto, 11.43x23mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Thumb Safety, Grip Safety, Firing Pin Block, Half Cock Notch
- Features: Single Action Trigger, Locked Breech, Competition Barrel, Fitted Barrel Bushing, Target Crown, Polished Feed Ramp, Exposed Hammer, Commander Style Hammer, Flat Faced Match Trigger, Overtravel Adjustment Screw, Beavertail Grip Safety, Ambidextrous Thumb Safety, Extended Magazine Release, Extended Slide Stop, Fiber Optic Front Sight, Adjustable Bomar Rear Sight, 25 Lpi Checkered Front Strap, 25 Lpi Checkered Mainspring Housing, Undercut Trigger Guard, Machined Magwell, Oversized Ejection Port, Integral Plunger Tube, G10 Grip Panels, Custom Shop
Base model
Service history
Operators
- Competitive Shooters (USPSA/IDPA/NRA Action Pistol) · adopted 2019
- U.S. Civilian Sport Shooters · adopted 2019
Production
Production years: 2019-present
Ruger Custom Shop limited production; available in both 9mm (model 6766) and .45 ACP (model 6776)
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Doug Koenig / Ruger Custom Shop
Notes
The SR1911 Competition was developed in partnership with Doug Koenig, one of the most decorated competitive shooters in history with over 80 national and world championship titles. The .45 ACP version (model 6776) was preceded by the 9mm variant (model 6766), which uses a 10-round magazine and weighs slightly more at 41 ounces due to different magazine dimensions. The Competition barrel retains the SR1911's 1:16-inch (406mm) right-hand twist rate with 6 grooves, optimized for standard-weight projectiles in each caliber. The black nitride finish on both frame and slide provides superior corrosion and wear resistance compared to the standard SR1911's low-glare stainless finish. The integral plunger tube is machined directly into the frame rather than being pinned on, eliminating a common failure point in 1911 pistols. The Bomar-style adjustable rear sight is considered the gold standard for competition 1911 sights, offering precise windage and elevation adjustments with a clean, serrated sight picture. The magwell funnel facilitates rapid magazine changes critical in competitive shooting stages. MSRP is $2,299 for the .45 ACP model.
Background
When Ruger launched its Custom Shop division, the SR1911 Competition was among the first offerings, developed with 80-time national and world champion Doug Koenig. The partnership brought professional competitive shooting insights to Ruger's investment-cast stainless steel manufacturing precision, producing a match-ready 1911 that could compete with pistols costing twice as much. The hand-fitted slide-to-frame and barrel-to-slide fitment, combined with the Koenig Shooting Sports trigger components, delivered a level of accuracy and reliability that earned the Competition model praise from both competitive shooters and firearms media.