The Dan Wesson Specialist Commander 1911 pistol in .45 ACP with an 8+1 capacity (brand part no. 01809) is a premium duty and home-defense 1911 built for reliability under demanding use. Dan Wesson forges the stainless steel frame and slide with a bead-blasted finish, and Novak-style tritium night sights pair with a tactical rear sight and forward cocking serrations for precise aim in any light. G10 VZ Operator II grips with 25 LPI checkering and a recessed slide stop add control, while an ambidextrous thumb safety, extended magazine release, and detachable magwell support fast, user-friendly operation. The pistol ships with two 8-round magazines and includes an integral 1913 Picatinny rail. Among duty-grade semi-auto handguns, this Specialist Commander configuration favors law enforcement and home-defense shooters.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45 ACP.
• The capacity is 8+1 rounds.
• The barrel measures 4.25 inches, on a forged stainless steel frame and slide.
• The sights are Novak-style tritium night sights with a tactical rear sight.
• The grips are G10 VZ Operator II with 25 LPI front strap checkering.
• The safety is ambidextrous, with an extended magazine release and detachable magwell.
• The frame includes an integral 1913 Picatinny rail for accessories.
• The pistol ships with two 8-round magazines.
• The slide is Serrated.
• The action is Single Action.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this pistol have an ambidextrous safety? Yes, an ambidextrous thumb safety supports both right- and left-handed shooters.

What sights does this pistol use? Novak-style tritium night sights paired with a tactical rear sight for low-light aiming.

Buy the Dan Wesson Specialist Commander

Duty-grade reliability with tritium night sights and ambidextrous controls is exactly what this Specialist Commander delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.