Wilson Combat Announces Sentinel XL Sub-Compact 1911 Pistol

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posted on August 31, 2016
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Wilson Combat has combined its 4” Compact top end with its exclusive Sentinel sub-compact frame to create a unique everyday carry custom handgun—the Sentinel XL. Available in .45, 9 mm, and .38 Super calibers, the pistol boasts the smallest 1911 grip available while offering enhanced practical accuracy and reliability of a Wilson Compact slide. The Sentinel's reduced-height frame is ½” shorter than the Wilson standard Compact and, when mated with ultra slim G-10 grips, is well-suited for shooters who prefer a smaller handgun. A concealment grip safety/hammer and round butt mainspring housing also offer an advantage when it comes to daily carry and shooting comfort. The pistol is available in multiple color and finish combinations. MSRP: Starts at $3,800.

  


Features:
  • Sentinel Size Aluminum Frame, ½” Shorter than Compact
  • Weighs 14 oz.  less Than a Comparable Steel Model
  • 30 LPI High Cut Checkered Frontstrap
  • Round Butt Frame
  • Concealment Bullet Proof® Beavertail Grip Saftey and Hammer
  • Tactical Bullet Proof® Thumb Saftey
  • 3 ½ lb. to 4 ½ lb. Crisp Trigger Pull with Medium Length Pad
  • Contoured Magazine Well
  • Bullet Proof Shortened/Rounded Magazine Release
  • Wilson Combat Black Cherry Ultra-Thin Grips with Pewter Medallions
  • Torx Head Grips Screws
  • Countersunk Slide Stop
  • 4" Carbon Steel Slide
  • Heavy Machine Chamfer on Bottom of Slide
  • Battlesight with Fiber Optic Front Sight
  • 4" Stainless Match Grade Barrel, Flush Cut Reverse Crown
  • Fluted Chamber
  • Fluted Barrel
  • 30 LPI Slide Top Serrations
  • 40 LPI Serrated Rear of Slide
  • Carry Cuts/Ball Endmill Cuts

Learn more about the Sentinel XL at WilsonCombat.com.

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