NRA Gun of the Week: EAA Witness 1911 P Pistol

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posted on March 26, 2016
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European American Armory, the importers of the Italian-made Tanfoglio Witness line of pistols, has produced the 1911 P, a polymer-frame design that allows for reduced weight while retaining the interchangeability of M1911 parts. Learn more in this latest NRA Gun of the Week video hosted by American Rifleman's Brian Sheetz.

Manufacturer: Tanfoglio, Italy
Importer: European American Armory 
Model: Witness Elite 1911 Polymer
Action: recoil-operated, semi-automatic center-fire pistol
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: matte black steel slide
Frame: polymer
Sights: U-notch rear, post front
Barrel: 5”
Trigger: 5-lb., 2-oz. pull
Magazine: detachable box, eight-round capacity 
Weight: 32 ozs.
Accessories: owner’s manual, lock
MSRP: $580

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