A 1911 in 9mm is a gentle pistol to shoot, and the Springfield Garrison is a clean, traditional version. This used one comes with two magazines and the factory box.

The 1911 design is over a century old and is still popular. It has a single-action trigger with a short, crisp break, a thumb safety and a grip safety. Chambering it in 9mm instead of .45 ACP cuts recoil and ammunition cost, which suits newer shooters and anyone who likes to practice a lot.

The Garrison line is known for a simple, no-frills approach, giving you a working 1911 without fancy extras. Single-action 1911s are usually carried cocked and locked, which requires good safe-handling habits. If you have never owned one, take time to learn the manual of arms before you load it.

The pistol is used and sold as described, so look closely at the photos and note the finish and the grip. Check the fit of the slide and the feel of the safeties when it arrives. Two magazines are a handy set, and the box helps with storage. It ships to a licensed dealer you choose, where you finish the background check and collect it.