The Colt Gold Cup is celebrated as the premier semi-automatic pistol, renowned for its exceptional performance and precision in competitive shooting. Introduced in the late 1950s, the Colt Gold Cup was designed to provide competitive shooters with a high-quality firearm that could be taken straight from the dealer to the firing line, ready for competition.

Colt Gold Cup Specifications and Features:

  • Brand: Colt
  • Model: Gold Cup
  • Manufacturer Part Number (Mfg#): O5870A1
  • Type: Semi-Auto Pistol
  • Caliber: .45 ACP
  • Barrel: National Match Barrel
  • Trigger: Adjustable Wide Trigger
  • Sights: Adjustable Target Sights
  • Magazine Capacity: 8+1
  • Action: Single Action (SA)
  • Finish: Stainless Steel
  • Grips: Custom Wood Grips
  • Safety: Manual Safety, Grip Safety
  • Weight: 37 oz (approx.)
  • Barrel Length: 5″
  • Overall Length: 8.5″
  • Frame Material: Stainless Steel
  • Slide Material: Stainless Steel
  • Included: 1 Magazine

Key Features:

  1. Adjustable Wide Trigger:
    • The Gold Cup features an adjustable wide trigger, allowing shooters to fine-tune their trigger pull for optimal performance and comfort.
  2. National Match Barrel:
    • Equipped with a National Match barrel, the Gold Cup ensures superior accuracy and consistency, making it ideal for competitive shooting.
  3. Adjustable Target Sights:
    • The adjustable target sights provide precise aiming, enabling shooters to make accurate shots even at varying distances.
  4. Stainless Steel Construction:
    • Both the frame and slide are crafted from stainless steel, offering durability and resistance to corrosion, ensuring the pistol’s longevity.
  5. Custom Wood Grips:
    • The custom wood grips not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of the Gold Cup but also provide a secure and comfortable hold, improving overall handling.
  6. Safety Features:
    • The Gold Cup is equipped with a manual safety and a grip safety, ensuring safe handling and preventing accidental discharge.
  7. Historical Legacy:
    • The Colt Gold Cup has a rich history of being used in local club matches and prestigious national competitions, including the National Matches at Camp Perry.