Wilson Combat Announces Bill Wilson Carry II Pistol

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posted on March 2, 2017
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Ever wondered which model of his many custom pistols Bill Wilson chooses to carries? We now have the answer: The pistol of choice most days for Wilson Combat company founder is the Bill Wilson Carry II, like the model shown here and now being offered to the public.


We are told everything from the compact X-Tac grip frame, to the lightweight integral light rail and gold bead sight-this gun is exactly how Bill currently options his daily carry pistol. His holster preference is the Lo-Profile II outside the waistband holster, which conceals nicely under a vest or light shirt. 

The pistol features a 4" barrel (overall length of 7.6") and a sight radius of 5.6". Height is 5.1", width is 1.3", and weighs 29.6 oz. empty. It has is seven-round magazine capacity in .45 ACP. 

The pistol, available chambered in both .45 ACP and 9 mm, is offered to consumers with their choice of Armor Tuff finish color, front sight options, a single or ambidextrous safety, and an optional magwell. The gun comes with Wilson Combat's accuracy guarantee of 1.5" at 25 yards. B
ase MSRP is $3,850. For more, visit wilsoncombat.com.

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