Based on the officer’s model 1911, Republic Forge is now building The General. The General is a single-action pistol chambered in .45 ACP. According to the company, the gun has a match grade 3.5″ barrel and the company’s proprietary recoil system.

The gun will be customizable with a variety of finish and grip options. Some of the grip panel options include VZ Grips and ivory. The front strap will have 25 lpi checkering. Both 6- and 7-round 1911 magazines will fit this pistol.

According to Republic Forge, the pricing on these handguns will start at $2,795. This is the smallest gun in the company’s catalog.