The “1776” 1911 features a coiled serpent and skull engraved on its aluminum grips, with the statement “Pry it From My Cold Dead Hands”. “Shall not be infringed” is engraved on the left side of the slide, and “76” is circled with thirteen stars on the right.

The “1776” 1911 starts as an Auto-Ordnance Stainless a 5” Auto-Ordnance Stainless 1911, chambered in .45 ACP. Its slide and frame are stainless steel, with TruGlo® day sights, full length guide rod, high sweep beavertail, skeletonized trigger, checkered front strap, serrated and ported slide, with a match grade barrel. The finish is a custom Cerakote mix of Light Sand and Plum Brown, completed with a weathered effect. It is made entirely in the United States. One seven round magazine is included.