This is a nice Tisas Government Model great shooter. Not much of an endorsement but I shoot it as well or better than many of my higher end Colt's, Kimber's or Springfield. I do have a custom Fred Kart Build that it will not touch. It appears that at one time in its life it was coated tan. The coating was removed but the grips were left with the coating. Very nice starter 1911. Have no trade desires. Price is 450.00.