Bul M-5 Race Gun .38 Super

The Bul M-5 Race Gun in .38 Super is a genuine competition-bred 1911, and this pre-owned example arrives ready to run your first stage. Built by the Israeli maker Bul Transmark, it pairs proven 1911 ergonomics with the kind of go-fast hardware that usually costs far more to assemble piece by piece. If you have been eyeing practical shooting sports, this is a smart way in.

What Is the Bul M-5 Race Gun?

It is a 1911 platform pistol purpose-built for competition rather than carry. The single-action trigger, the low bore axis, and the grip angle that generations of shooters swear by are all here, tuned for speed. Race guns like this exist for one job, which is putting accurate rounds on steel and paper faster than the shooter next to you.

Bul Transmark made its name building 1911s that compete with guns costing twice as much, and the M-5 is the model that carried that reputation. This one comes set up the way competitors actually run them.

Competition guns also make outstanding skill builders even if you never shoot a sanctioned match. The light single-action trigger, the dot, and the soft-shooting chambering strip away excuses and show you exactly what your fundamentals look like. Plenty of shooters buy a race gun for matches and end up shooting it more than anything else they own.

Competition Features That Matter

The Bul M-5 Race Gun arrives with the upgrades already done. Here is the hardware you are getting in the case:

• Lightweight polymer frame mated to a stainless steel slide for quick handling
• Factory-fitted muzzle brake that drives recoil straight down and keeps the dot steady
• Included scope rail and red dot optic for fast, precise target transitions
• Four 10 round magazines so you can load a full match stage ahead of time
• Hard travel case to keep the whole rig protected between matches
• Classic single-action 1911 trigger feel that competition shooters prize

Specifications and the .38 Super Advantage

The polymer frame keeps weight where you want it, letting the stainless steel slide carry the mass that smooths out the recoil cycle. That combination tames muzzle rise while preserving the familiar 1911 feel. The factory muzzle brake compounds the effect, venting gas to push the muzzle down as the gun cycles.

The .38 Super chambering is a deliberate choice, not an afterthought. It has been a favorite in IPSC circles for decades because it makes power factor without punishing the shooter, which means faster follow-up shots over a long match day. Condition is pre-owned and range ready, with the optic, rail, four magazines, and case all included.

Magazine count deserves a note for practical planning. With four 10 round magazines in the case, you can preload for an entire practice session or a full stage rotation before stepping to the line. That keeps your focus on shooting rather than stuffing rounds between strings, which is exactly how productive range time works.

Match Day Use and Care

This setup slots naturally into IPSC and open-division style shooting, and it doubles as a flat-out fun range gun for anyone who loves shooting fast. The included red dot means you are not shopping for glass before your first match. Dry-fire practice at home with the crisp single-action trigger will sharpen you quicker than almost any upgrade money can buy.

Care follows standard 1911 practice. Keep the rails and barrel lugs lubricated, brush the brake ports clean after heavy sessions, and the gun will hold its tune season after season. If you are building out a full competition battery, browse our firearms collection for backup guns and practice pistols.

A complete Bul M-5 Race Gun package with optic, brake, and four magazines at a pre-owned price is a rare find. Claim it before another competitor does. Like every firearm, it ships to your local FFL for pickup after your background check.