CMP Processing Orders, Adapting New System/Order Limit for 1911 Pistol Program
May 7, 2025
By Ashley Dugan, CMP Staff Writer
With the completion of Round 4, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is excited to announce we have begun the processing of new orders for our surplus U.S. Army 1911 Pistol Program! If you sent in an 1911 order this year, your order will be processed in the order it was received. Please view our 1911 status timeline for details.
Through a partnership with the Army, the CMP offers these genuine, military-issued and field-tested M1911A1 pistols to consumers. A true piece of American history, these are the perfect addition for competitors and enthusiasts alike to enhance their firearm collection.
CMP staff members have already received over 4,000 new orders and will continue accepting more, utilizing an updated ordering process.
Who can order during the new round?
Anyone – even if you have just received a 1911 from Round 4, all those who fill out an application will be eligible to purchase during this upcoming round. We’re also excited to share that the Department of the Army has increased the lifetime limit from two to four pistols per person. Orders will be processed in the order they are received.
What’s new?
The CMP has introduced a new eStore payment method for 1911 pistols to better serve our customers.
Why the change?
The change addresses the difficulty we face reaching customers during the day while they are at work and the challenge customers experience trying to reconnect with our sales team once we’ve moved on to assist others. This new method allows customers to complete their purchases at their own convenience, anytime, without the constraints of business hours. Additionally, it significantly speeds up the overall purchasing process, ensuring a smoother and more efficient experience for everyone.
How does it work?
- When the CMP 1911 sales team reviews a customer’s order packet, they will identify and note any discrepancies.
- An email from [email protected] will then be sent to the customer detailing the specific information required to complete the packet. This process puts control back into the hands of the customer, allowing them to quickly address any issues and return the corrected order packet without unnecessary delays.
- Once all required documentation and attributes have been satisfied, the customer will receive another email containing a secure link and a unique code. This will grant them access to the CMP eStore, where they can conveniently purchase their pistol by selecting the desired grade and quantity.
- The entire transaction is conducted through a safe and secure purchasing process, offering customers the flexibility of 24/7 access to complete their orders at their own convenience.
NEW STOREFRONT FOR IN-PERSON 1911 SALES!
Entry to each 1911 sales day will be available to individuals that have purchased tickets (open to those registered for either Talladega D-Day or the National Matches, respectively), with a maximum of 20 customers per 50-minute time slot. The sale will feature approximately 400 pistols – organized and displayed by grade (Service, Field, and Rack) as well as by specialty categories that include select items normally reserved for auction.
Along with online ordering, individuals may now purchase CMP’s 1911 Pistols at one of three in-person sales events at our CMP Store locations! These one-day events will be held during the upcoming Talladega D-Day event at Talladega Marksmanship Park in Alabama and during the National Matches at Camp Perry in Ohio.
Dates include:
- Friday, June 6 – Anniston, Alabama (CMP South Store)
- Tuesday, July 15 – Camp Perry, Ohio (CMP North Store)
- Saturday, August 2 – Camp Perry, Ohio (CMP North Store)
Ticket sales for our upcoming in-person events will go live within the next week. Be sure to check your email for an announcement with exact dates and registration details. Not on our Sales email list? Click here to sign up and stay informed!
Upcoming CMP Auction Highlight: 1911s
Keep an eye out for a select few 1911s that will be featured on the CMP Auction site in the coming weeks. A few “specialty categories” will be highlighted for our Auction page. Visit https://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/guns-on-auction/ for more details and to view current auction items.
See more on the CMP’s 1911 Program, including how to purchase, on the CMP website at https://thecmp.org/sales-and-service/1911-information/. Specific questions may also be sent via email to [email protected].
My order was acknowleged 3/3/25 and remains open. When I am called, will I be able to buy 4 pistols, or must I submit another packet?
Thanks!
Dan,
You will be able to order up to your lifetime limit (4) when we process your order.
Thanks,
Christine
Hello, just confirming if my packet arrived.. should of been delivered around February 26th.
Walter,
Your order was received on 2/26/2025.
Thanks,
Christine
Could you verify if my order packet was received? Thank you!
Yang,
Your order was received on 3/7/2025.
Thanks,
Christine
Could you let me know when my order was received?
Thanks.
William,
Your order was received on 2/3/2025.
Thanks,
Christine
Just comfirming…..your email confirming receipt of my order was 18 Feb. …….your status list says:
New Orders Received 02/11/25 – 03/06/25
should be contacted: July 1st – July 31st
So, I should expect to hear from you sometime in July?
Is this correct? And, how can I increase my order to 4??
JY
John,
Your order was received on 2/11/2025. You should be contacted in July via email and will have the option to select your quantity at that time.
Thanks,
Christine
Hello! Thanks for all your hard work. It’s much appreciated.
Is there any way the new order process can include some way to add manufacturer preferences? I realize this is a “luck of the draw” thing and there are no guarantees, but the Round 1-4 folks got the chance to ask during their phone calls, and it seems the kind CMP folks often made a good faith effort to address their concerns.
I’m interested in purchasing two target M1911. These pistols were reworked and do not have standard M1911 parts. Military armors used commercial parts to make them more accurate. I do not see them listed anywhere with this new set up. In the previous listing they had their own item.
Those would be graded as Range and we are currently out of stock.
These are fairly uncommon in the pistols we receive from the Army, so I have no idea when they will become available again.
Dan Cain, 1911 Manager
Hello! I’m wondering if I should plan to be contacted based on the “Order Received” email I got on Feb. 13th? I sent my packet off on the first day and I believe it was supposed to have arrived around 2/3 or 2/4. Just trying to plan for when the call will come through as I was unfortunately just laid off but really want to make sure I can get a 1911 even if I have to budget strictly. Thank you!
Jake,
Your order was received on 2/4/2025 and you will find our order timeline at https://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/1911-sales-information/1911-order-status/ – so hopefully you will receive an email from our 1911 staff before the end of this month.
Thanks,
Christine
No reply to my round 4 application.
There are no responses to several emails I have sent.
Whom should I contact?!
Thank you
Pb
Patrick,
Your order was received on 3/10/2025 and is part of the open orders. You can view our order status timeline at https://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/1911-sales-information/1911-order-status/.
Thanks,
Christine
Would you be able to tell me when my 1911 order form was processed at CMP?
David,
Your order was received on 2/6/2025 and I’ve corrected your email on our master excel sheet. See our order timeline at https://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/1911-sales-information/1911-order-status/.
Thank you,
Christine
Does a copy of the drivers license need to be in the order packet? I didn’t include mine as I read the checklist and it didn’t have it on there. But did see it later on another sheet. What do I need to do? I just sent my order packet last week. Thanks.
Ronald,
Our 1911 staff will contact you if they need additional information to process your order.
Thanks,
Christine
Hi, how can I check the status of my 1911 order form that was sent in early February? I haven’t seen a response to order yet so just wanted to make sure I didn’t miss it. Will the notification to purchase be sent to me by email or mail?
David,
Your order was received on 2/10/2025 – see our order timeline at https://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/1911-sales-information/1911-order-status/.
Thank you,
Christine
Thank you!
My application was accepted on March 18. Approximately when might I be contacted to make my selection and finalize my purchase? Thank you.
Paul,
See our 1911 order timeline at https://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/1911-sales-information/1911-order-status/.
Thanks,
Christine
I currently live in CA but still retain my MA driver’s license as that is my permanent home of record. Can I purchase a 1911 and have it shipped to CA, even though I use my MA license as ID?
I sent a package for 2 in April. I heard if I want 4 now when I am contacted that I will need to send in another completed request. Not sure why so wondering if and when I will need to do just that? Thank you. Rick B
My FFL said only one out of the two pistols I ordered showed up. Tried calling and emailing. I’m concerned Fedex may have lost the other one.
You guys are doing a great job. I put my application in and got confirmation. I hope that’s all I needed to do. I would like to buy at least two more. Who do I need to contact to go from one that I ordered to three or do I re-put in a new application for the other two? I really liked hearing that we could get four in total good times thanks.
Gary,
When you are contacted you will be able to select up to 4 (lifetime limit).
Thanks,
Christine
I would like to know if I can send 2 competed request forms for 1911 purchases at one time. I have previously purchase 2 1911 and understand that 4 is now allowed.
Robert,
Yes, you can send in an order for 2 additional pistols. If you plan to order those at once, you can just send in one order packet.
Thanks,
Christine
I sent my paper work in 3/28/1025 and have not received any notification as of yet. Will I be able to purchase four 1911/A1 when notified?
James,
Yes, when you are contacted you will be able to select up to 4 (lifetime limit).
Thanks,
Christine
Will range grade still be available for future purchases?
Would like to know about this as well!
I would love to know this as well.
Available grades are dictated by inventory condition. We fully expect to see Range represented in unworked inventory but cannot make any promises.
-CH