Dan Wesson Valor .45 ACP 5" Black 8+1 Pistol
Premium 1911-style pistol in .45 ACP with forged stainless steel construction, black Duty finish, tritium night sights, ambidextrous safety, and tapered G10 grips for reliable performance.
Dan Wesson Valor .45 ACP Pistol
The Valor represents Dan Wesson's commitment to building a 1911 pistol that balances precision engineering with practical shooting features. This is a firearm designed for those who understand that a quality .45 ACP deserves equally quality execution.
Construction & Durability
- Forged stainless steel frame and slide with black Duty finish for corrosion resistance and a professional appearance
- 5-inch barrel provides the balance between velocity and shootability
- Picatinny rail integrated into the frame for mounting tactical accessories
- Beavertail grip safety and tactical ambidextrous thumb safety for secure handling and versatility
Sighting System
The Valor features a serrated U-notch rear sight paired with a tritium front sight ringed in orange. This combination ensures rapid target acquisition in varied lighting conditions—a practical consideration for serious shooters.
Ergonomic Features
- Stan Chen SI magwell for smooth, reliable magazine changes
- Tapered G10 grips with 25 LPI checkering for secure purchase and control
- Recessed slide stop allows for installation of laser grip panels if desired
- GI-style cocking serrations provide both functional grip and classic aesthetics
- Inverted rib reduces glare and contributes to the pistol's refined profile
Capacity & Reliability
The Valor ships with an 8-round magazine, providing adequate capacity for defensive or competitive use while maintaining the slim profile characteristic of quality 1911 design.
This is a pistol built for shooters who demand precision, reliability, and attention to detail.
Features
- chambered in .45 acp
- 8+1 magazine capacity
- forged stainless steel frame and slide
- black duty finish for durability
- fixed tritium night front sight with orange ring
- u-notch rear sight for precise alignment
- gi-style serrations for a classic aesthetic
- inverted rib on the slide to reduce glare
- traditional cut for classic 1911 styling
- skeletonized tactical hammer for reduced weight
- flat k-style trigger with a unique design
- ambidextrous thumb safety and grip safety
- tapered g10 grips for improved handling
- 25 lpi mainspring housing checkering for enhanced grip
- stan chen si magwell for quick and easy reloading
- overall length: 8.75 inches
- barrel length: 5 inches
- height: 5.5 inches
- width: 1.45 inches
- weight: 39.7 oz
- single-action trigger mechanism
- stan chen si magwell
- tapered polymer grips
- recessed slide stop
