When it comes to the 1911 pistol Dan Wesson Firearms is known for quality, functionality, and form factor. I think this is a point most any 1911 fan would agree on and for good reason. Fortunately for the 1911 world, Dan Wesson Firearms is showing no signs of slowing, regularly releasing models like the 1911 Specialist optics-ready pistol.
The Dan Wesson 1911 Specialist Optics-Ready Pistol
Building on a forged stainless-steel frame, the full-size 1911 combines custom-level hand fitting and premium parts. The duty finish helps reduce glare and offers a high level of durability. Similarly, an inverted top rib also helps mitigate glare.
The grip features brown and black textured G-10 VZ Operator II grip panels for a secure grip and two-tone aesthetic. Likewise, the large beavertail ensures the proper grip every time and houses the grip safety. The beavertail safety works as an additional backup to the ambidextrous thumb safety.
In addition, 25 LPI checkering on the front strap and mainspring housing helps ensure a secure grip and enhances recoil control. Just forward the grip is an undercut trigger guard which frames the 3.5-5-pound solid factory trigger with a serrated face. A single-slot Picatinny rail rides ahead of the trigger guard for the attachment of lights or other accessories.
The slide, with a duty finish, features forward and rear cocking serrations and carries the fixed Novak-style fiber optic front night sight and serrated tactical rear sight. However, an optic cut allows for the installation of popular optics with Trijicon RMR, Deltapoint Pro, and Viper Systems footprint. With an optic installed, the sights co-witness with the optic as a backup.
The slide hosts the 5-inch match-grade barrel chambered in .45 ACP, as a 1911 should. Correspondingly, an extended magwell and extended mag release help speed reload times of the 8-round magazine.
Availability
The Dan Wesson 1911 Specialist with optic cut is available now in a limited quantity, with MSRP of $2,299.00. For more info, please visit DanWessonFirearms.com.
Dan Wesson 1911 Specialist Optics-Ready Specs
Caliber: .45 ACP
Magazine Capacity: 8
Frame Material: Forged Stainless
Slide Finish: Duty Finish
Grips: G10
Overall Length: 8.75 in
Barrel Length: 5 in
Width: 1.45 in
Weight: 42.3 oz
Trigger Mech: Single Action
Height: 5.5 in
Front Sight: Front Night Sight
Rear Sight: Tactical Rear Sight
Safety: Ambi thumb safety, grip safety
MSRP: $2,299.00
Features
- Fixed Night Sight, A Novak-style snag-free sight with tritium self-illuminated vials.
- Front Serrations, Forward cocking serrations give solid purchase for press-checks.
- Inverted Rib, To cut down on glare our top rib is cut into the slide.
- Ball End Mill Cut, This cut accentuates the carry cut and slightly modifies the appearance.
- Tactical Hammer, The skeletonized hammer helps to reduce weight and maintains the clean look of the pistol.
- Long Solid Trigger, A long solid trigger was used to give a traditional look and incorporate a serrated face.
- Ambi Safety, Grip Safety, An ambidextrous safety allows for an easy to access to the safety for both left-handed and right-hand shooters.
- Rail, Equipped with a 1913 Picatinny rail, adding a light or laser is a simple operation.
- Mainspring Housing Checkering, Our 25 LPI checkering on the flat mainspring housing provides the means for a superb grip.
- Magwell, Reloads are made easy, our magwell helps to funnel the fresh mag into the gun.
