05/01/2026
Privileged to have worked on this M45A1. After disassembling, inspecting, a much needed deep clean, and a cerakote-it turned out beautifully. Being a Marine this pistol has a special place in my heart. Forget about the Sig and Beretta…this pistol is the king👑
The color on this M45A1 has that worn, duty-used look that people love and actually prefer over a factory-fresh finish. You’ve got a dark, almost charcoal/black base on the frame, while the slide shows a distressed, weathered pattern. A mix of faded black, gray and tan that gives it a battle-worn appearance. The OE grips add contrast with a lighter tan, almost desert-camo tone, which ties back to the original Marine Corps color scheme. You’ll notice a slight texture on the slide for improved grip performance. Love this pistol!!