If you’ve still got bald eagle and patriotic vibes coursing through your veins following the 4th of July, then we’ve got another 250th anniversary firearm to show you. Chiappa USA has announced a Chattanooga Shooting Supply exclusive handgun dubbed the 1911 Field Special 250th Independence Edition that will surely increase your patriotism and street cred.
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Chiappa USA 1911 Field Special 250th Independence Edition
This patriotic pistol is ironically made in Italy, but still dons a lot of American spirit with its blue navy Cerakote finish and laser-etched, decorative engraving. This 1911 handgun predictably has a 5” barrel, is chambered in God’s cartridge of .45 ACP, and comes with an 8+1 magazine. The rest of the technical specs you may want to know are listed below:
- Cartridge: .45 ACP (45 Auto)
- Action: Semi-Automatic, Single Action
- Capacity: 8+1
- Barrel Length: 5″
- Overall Length: 8.6″
- Weight: 2.5 lbs.
- Finish: Blue Navy Cerakote® with Laser-Etched Commemorative Design
- Grips: Grey/Black G10
- Sights: Slot-Mounted Iron Sights
- Safety: Left Thumb Safety
A Word from Chiappa USA on the 1911 Field Special 250th Independence Edition
“Dayton, Ohio – June, 2026 – Chiappa USA is proud to announce the release of the new 1911 Field Special 250th Independence Edition, a limited-production commemorative pistol celebrating 250 years of American independence. Available exclusively through Chattanooga Shooting Supply (CSSI), only 250 individually produced pistols will be offered to collectors, enthusiasts, and dealers nationwide.
“The 250th anniversary of American independence represents a significant moment in our nation’s history, and we wanted to commemorate it with a firearm that honors both American heritage and one of the most iconic handgun designs ever created,” said Oscar Chiappa, Marketing Manager for Chiappa USA. “With only 250 pistols being produced, this exclusive edition offers collectors and enthusiasts a unique opportunity to own a firearm designed specifically to mark this historic occasion.””
Final Thoughts
As mentioned, only 250 of these Chattanooga Shooting Supply (CSSI) exclusive firearms are going to be produced (a small nod to our 250th anniversary as a nation). There is no publicly stated MSRP. So, it is best to hit up your nearest Chattanooga Shooting Supply dealer to see how much these might run you.
As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Chiappa USA, Chattanooga Shooting Supply (CSSI), and the new 1911 Field Special 250th Independence Edition in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback and engagement.
