1. The commander slide is about a half inch shorter, the hammer is different. Also, the frame is aluminum with the exception of the combat commander which is made of steel.
Both firearms are essentially identical. The AMT Hardballer is a stainless steel clone or copy of the Colt 1911 style pistol. They assemble and disassemble the same. They both utilize the venerable...
Barrel Length is the primary difference. The Government model has a 5.03 in (210mm) barrel, the commander a 4.25 in (108mm) barrel, and the officers a 3.5 in (89mm) barrel. The frames for the...
The 1860 Army Colts were .44 cal. whereas the 1861 Navy Colts were .36 cal.. The Navy Colts also were lighter to carry on belts and the Army Colts were heavier and carried in holsters on horses.Most...