STI’s Guardian is a popular handguns, and new for 2016, the model is now available in a 2011 platform with a double-stack magazine.

The Guardian DS has a narrow lightweight aluminum frame in Cerakote finish with a stainless steel slide.

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The Guardian 2011 also features a unique 3.9-inch barrel and a shorter VIP grip for easier concealment in light cover, and yet still maintains an impressive 15-round capacity in 9mm.

Providing substantial firepower in a personal defense, concealed carry gun, the Guardian 2011 features a two-dot adjustable rear sight with a fiber optic front for quick target acquisition in low light conditions.

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The Guardian 2011 DS sells for a suggested retail price of $1,899.

For more information on the new 2011 and other products from STI, please visit STIguns.com.