Dan Wesson V-Bob .45 ACP 4.25" Commander Pistol
Compact commander-sized 1911 built for concealed carry. Forged stainless steel with Duty Black finish, 4.25-inch match-grade barrel, tritium night sights, ambidextrous safety, and tapered G10 grips. 8+1 capacity.
The Dan Wesson V-Bob: Compact Carry Excellence
The V-Bob represents a thoughtful refinement of 1911 design—a commander-sized variant purpose-built for the shooter who demands both concealment and performance. This is a serious carry gun, not a compromise.
Design and Handling
The V-Bob's 4.25-inch match-grade barrel and bobbed mainspring housing create a compact profile ideal for inside-the-waistband carry without sacrificing the ergonomic advantages of a full-sized 1911 platform. At 8.75 inches overall length and 39.7 ounces, it balances controllability with genuine stopping power.
The tapered G10 grips are precisely proportioned for the compact frame, while the recessed slide stop accommodates laser grip panels for those who prefer modern targeting aids.
Sights and Controls
Target acquisition is straightforward and fast. The tritium front sight features a large orange ring for rapid sight picture acquisition in variable lighting. The serrated U-notch rear sight is equally functional, with Dan Wesson's signature inset serrations that reduce glare and improve sight alignment.
Ambidextrous thumb safety and grip safety provide intuitive operation for shooters of any hand preference. The 25 LPI checkering on the frame ensures a secure purchase in all conditions.
Finish and Durability
The forged stainless steel frame and slide wear Dan Wesson's proprietary Duty Black finish—a hardened coating that enhances corrosion resistance while maintaining the classic aesthetics of a serious working pistol. This finish is tougher than traditional bluing and more refined than parkerizing.
Capacity and Reliability
The V-Bob feeds .45 ACP with an 8+1 round capacity, delivering the stopping authority that has made the .45 ACP a law enforcement and military standard for over a century.
This is a 1911 for those who understand that concealed carry demands a firearm that performs as well as it hides.
Features
- chambered in .45 acp
- 8+1 magazine capacity
- forged stainless steel frame with duty black finish
- 4.25-inch barrel for a compact, commander-sized profile
- bobbed mainspring housing for improved concealability
- fixed tritium night front sight with orange ring
- u-notch rear sight for precise alignment
- gi-style rear slide serrations for a classic look
- inverted rib on the slide to reduce glare
- tapered g10 grips for secure handling
- recessed slide stop for compatibility with laser grip panels
- ambidextrous thumb safety and grip safety
- 25 lpi front strap checkering for a firm grip
- skeletonized tactical hammer for reduced weight
- single-action trigger mechanism
- overall length: 8 inches
- height: 5.5 inches
- width: 1.45 inches
- weight: 36.5 oz
- bobbed mainspring housing
- match-grade barrel
- recessed slide stop
