Not too long ago, if you were talking about a 1911-style pistol with a double-stack magazine, you’d be talking about some kind of pistol optimized for one of the practical shooting sports. Times have changed, though, and people are starting to realize that a pistol with a larger capacity magazine and a single-action trigger might be good for any number of uses, including concealed carry. That trend continues with these new double-stack 1911 pistols for 2025.
Alchemy Custom Weaponry | Quantico Hi-Cap Full Rail
Alchemy Custom Weaponry has now applied its 1911 mastery to a double-stack version, combining the genius of John Browning’s action with the firepower expected in a modern sidearm. Available in both 9 mm and .45 ACP, the hand-fit pistol is guaranteed to shoot sub-1.5-inch groups at 25 yards.
▶Full-length dustcover and rail
▶Undercut grip module
▶RMR optic cut with screws
▶Ambidextrous thumb safety
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 5 inches
Overall Length: 8.5 inches
Weight: 38 ounces
MSRP: $3,995
(724) 524-1002 alchemy1911.com
Bersa | M2Xi
Double-stack 1911 pistols are still extremely popular, so much so that Bersa has introduced its own take in the M2Xi. There’s an optics cut up top and an accessory rail on the frame for lights or lasers. (Optic not included.)
▶Tritium front sight
▶Ambidextrous thumb safeties
▶Holosun K-series optics cut
▶Full-length dustcover
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 17 rounds
Barrel Length: 5 inches
Overall Length: 8.5 inches
Weight: 30 ounces
MSRP: $1,479
(833) 476-1547 bersausa.com
EAA | Witness2311 Match X
If you’re looking for an entry-level, double-stack 1911 for competition, the Witness2311 deserves a hard look. Its full-contour compensator reduces recoil, while maximizing control for the shooter. The rear-sight cap is removable for those wishing to install an RMSc-footprint optic.
▶Lightweight, double-stack frame
▶Squared trigger guard
▶Ambidextrous thumb safety
▶Fiber-optic front sight
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 17 rounds
Barrel Length: 5 inches
Overall Length: 8.8 inches
Weight: 30 ounces
MSRP: $1,069
(321) 639-4842 eaacorp.com
Iver Johnson | Eagle XL-DS
Bucking the trend of double-stack 9 mm 1911s, Iver Johnson’s Eagle XL-DS offers a long-slide version in .45 ACP for those who want more capacity, but in the John Moses Browning-approved .45 ACP chambering.
▶G10 grips
▶Adjustable rear sight
▶Squared trigger guard
▶Forward cocking serrations
Specifications
Caliber: .45 ACP
Magazine Capacity: 14 rounds
Barrel Length: 6 inches
Overall Length: 9.75 inches
Weight: 49 ounces
MSRP: $1,260
(321) 636-3377 iverjohnsonarms.com
Kimber | 2K11 Target
Offered in 9 mm or .45 ACP and a choice of two different finishes, the 2K11 brings optics-ready versatility and enhanced capacity—a whopping 20 rounds, in fact—to the company’s popular line of 1911 pistols. Trijicon’s SRO optic is included, and other optic-mounting plates are available.
▶Aluminum-alloy grip module
▶External extractor
▶Picatinny rail
▶Stan Chen magazine well
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 5 inches
Overall Length: 8.56 inches
Weight: 42 ounces
MSRP: $3,095
(888) 243-4522 kimberamerica.com
Military Armament Corporation | MAC 9 DS Comp
The MAC 9 Double Stack Comp includes a precision Agency Arms RMR-pattern optic cut into the top of the slide and has a bull barrel with an 11-degree target crown to safeguard accuracy.
▶Skeletonized hammer
▶STI-compatible polymer grip module
▶4140 Carbon steel Tenifer QPQ frame
▶Integral compensator
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 17 rounds
Barrel Length: 4.25 inches
Overall Length: 7.9 inches
Weight: 30 ounces
MSRP: $1,079.99
(865) 604-6894 milarmamentcorp.com
Nighthawk Custom | Double Agent
Nighthawk Custom joined forces with Agency Arms to create a Commander-size double-stack carry pistol. Nighthawk’s precision results in performance, but style is not neglected as the Double Agent is one of the best-looking double-stack 1911s on the market. It’s available with the IOS interchangeable iron/MRDS system.
▶Heinie Straight 8 Slant Pro rear sights
▶Flat trigger
▶Knurled slide
▶Discreet aluminum grip frame
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 16 rounds
Barrel Length: 4.25 inches
Overall Length: 7.85 inches
Weight: 33.3 ounces
MSRP: $5,899
(877) 268-4867 nighthawkcustom.com
Springfield Armory | 1911 DS Prodigy 4.25” Compact AOS
Springfield Armory puts decades of single-stack experience into the double-stack DS Prodigy line, creating a modern-capacity pistol with all the advantages of the 1911 platform. The Prodigy is offered in black and coyote brown versions, and is also available with a 3.5-inch barrel.
▶Front and rear cocking serrations
▶Lightweight, three-hole trigger
▶Agency Optic System (AOS) dot-mounting system
▶Tritium front sight, black serrated rear sight
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 15 rounds
Barrel Length: 4.25 inches
Overall Length: 7.8 inches
Weight: 29 ounces
MSRP: $1,549
(800) 680-6866 springfield-armory.com
Staccato | HD P4
Staccato has taken the bold step of expanding its much-loved product line with the introduction of the HD series of pistols. Factoring in feedback from both law enforcement and armed citizens, the company made the new pistols compatible with Glock magazines. It also made them slimmer, ambidextrous and more ergonomic, and did away with the grip safety.
▶HOST optic-mounting system
▶Co-witnessing rear sight
▶New grip angle
▶Bull barrel
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 18 rounds
Barrel Length: 4 inches
Overall Length: 7.6 inches
Weight: 32 ounces
MSRP: $2,499
(512) 819-0656 staccato2011.com
Tisas | 1911 Carry B9R Double Stack
Tisas is expanding its line of double-stack 1911-based pistols chambered in 9 mm. The new 1911 Carry B9R Double Stack is designed for concealed carry, with a 4.25-inch barrel. A similar pistol with a 5-inch barrel and geared toward duty is also offered.
▶Ambidextrous thumb safety
▶Bushingless bull barrel
▶RMSc-footprint optic cut
▶Steel slide and frame
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 17 rounds
Barrel Length: 4.25 inches
Overall Length: 7.9 inches
Weight: 32 ounces
MSRP: $749.99
(865) 604-6894 tisasusa.com
Wilson Combat | Division 77 Project 1
From the company’s newly formed proving ground, known as Division 77, the P1 is loaded with innovative features, including an all-new optic-pin system that allows seamless transitions between RMR, RMSc and DeltaPoint Pro footprints; a precision-cut ported slide; and integrated compensated barrel, engineered to provide 42 percent less recoil.
▶Attractive black and copper two-tone PVD finish
▶TRAK backstrap/frontstrap treatment
▶Battlesight with red fiber-optic front
▶Bullet Proof ambidextrous thumb safety
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 18 rounds
Barrel Length: 5 inches
Overall Length: 8.7 inches
Weight: 34 ounces
MSRP: $3,995
(800) 955-4856 wilsoncombat.com
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