Auto Ordnance Fly Girls Special Edition WW2 1911, .45Cal.,5″ Barrel, U.S. Logo Grip

Description

Fly Girls Special Edition WW2 1911, .45 Cal., 5″ barrel, Wood Grips with US logo, custom engraved with the original Fly Girls script, logo, wings and years of service.

Also includes the Star Roundel, rivets and panels and a 2 color black and OD green cerakote finish. One 7 rd magazine

As part of Auto-Ordnance’s ongoing series of custom1911s paying tribute to the men and women who supported America’s drive towards victory in World War II,

we are proud to introduce the “Fly Girls” 1911. This custom pistol honors the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) who played a vital role in the war effort.

Over 1000 women served as pilots during WWII , taking on vital roles operating aircraft in non-combat positions so their male counterparts could directly engage the enemy.

These women aviators were pioneers in the profession, facing all of the risks and challenges shared by pilots of the time period.

By war’s end, 38 had given their lives in service to their of the WASPs with this beautiful engraved and finished custom 1911 pistol!Caliber .45 ACP

Barrel 5″ Standard

Length O/A :8.5″

Weight 35 oz

Sights Blade front, rear drift adjustable for windage

Grip Checkered Wood Grips with U.S. Logo

Magazine One 7 Round