Girsan Witness 2311 Government 9mm Optics Ready

$849.00 6 in stock

The Girsan Witness 2311 is a double-stack 1911 pistol that delivers exceptional value without compromise. This 9mm features a 5-inch barrel, optics-ready slide, 17-round capacity, and traditional 1911 ergonomics with modern versatility.

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The Modern Double-Stack 1911

The Girsan Witness 2311 represents a significant evolution in 1911 design. By embracing the double-stack magazine platform, Girsan has created a pistol that honors the classic 1911 legacy while delivering practical advantages for today's shooter.

Key Features

  • Double-Stack Magazine System: Holds 17 rounds of 9mm ammunition, providing substantially more firepower than traditional single-stack 1911s
  • Optics Ready: Pre-cut for RMS/RMSc red dot footprint, allowing you to mount your preferred optic without gunsmithing
  • Ergonomic Design: Extended beavertail, checkered polymer grip, and ambidextrous controls ensure comfortable, confident handling
  • Practical Sights: Fiber optic front sight paired with adjustable rear sight for reliable target acquisition
  • Accessory Rail: Integrated Picatinny rail accommodates lights, lasers, and other tactical accessories
  • Quality Construction: Steel slide and barrel paired with reinforced polymer frame

Specifications

  • Caliber: 9mm Luger
  • Barrel Length: 5 inches
  • Overall Length: 8.75 inches
  • Weight: 1.65 pounds
  • Magazine Capacity: 17 rounds
  • Trigger: Skeletonized for reduced weight and improved feel
  • Finish: Black

The Verdict

The Witness 2311 delivers the handling characteristics shooters expect from a 1911 platform while providing the capacity and modern features demanded by contemporary defensive and sport shooting applications. It's an intelligent choice for those seeking versatility without compromise.

Features

  • caliber: 9mm luger
  • barrel length: 5"
  • capacity: 17+1
  • frame/barrel finish: black
  • safety: ambidextrous
  • sight configuration: fiber optic front/adjustable rear
  • slide description: serrated
  • trigger: skeletonized
  • weight: 1.65 lbs
  • optics ready slide
  • extended beavertail
  • accessory rail

Attributes

Action: Single Action
Barrel Length: 5"
Caliber: 9mm Luger
Capacity: 17+1
Color: Black
Features: Not Specified
Finish: Black
Frame: Steel Frame
Frame Finish: Black
Grips: Black Checkered Polymer
Grips: Black Polymer
Grips: Synthetic
Hand Orientation: Right Hand
Included Magazines: 1x17rd
Model: Witness 2311
Model Series: Girsan Witness 2311 Series
Optic: No Optic
Overall Length: 8.75"
Safety: Ambidextrous
Safety: Ambidextrous Thumb
Scope Cover Included: Not Specified
Sight Configuration: Fiber Optic Front/Adjustable Rear
Sights: Fixed Contrast Sights
Sights: Fixed Sights
Slide Description: Optic Ready/Serrated
Suppressor: No