ON SALE! DAN WESSON 01796 SPECIALIST 9MM FULL SIZE 5" BBL 10 RND

The Dan Wesson Specialist (01796) is a full-size, single-action 1911-pattern pistol chambered in 9mm Luger, built at the request of law enforcement professionals who needed a more durable and reliable duty-grade 1911 than standard production options could deliver. Designed for shooters who want a premium 9mm full size 1911 pistol with mission-ready features straight from the factory, the Specialist bridges the gap between production and custom without the custom price tag.

Key Features

• Part Number: 01796
• Caliber: 9mm Luger
• Capacity: 10 rounds plus 1
• Barrel Length: 5 inches, match-grade, bushing-style
• Slide Finish: Black duty finish
• Frame Material: Forged stainless steel
• Grips: G10
• Checkering: 25 LPI front and back straps
• Front Sight: Fixed tritium night sight
• Rear Sight: Fixed tactical night sight, Novak-style, snag-free profile, abrupt face for one-handed slide rack
• Action Type: Single action
• Safety: Ambidextrous thumb safety, grip safety with extended beavertail
• Hammer: Skeletonized
• Trigger: Long solid trigger
• Rail: Single-slot M1913 Picatinny rail on dust cover
• Recessed Slide Stop: Yes
• Extended Magazine Release: Yes
• Magazine Well: Detachable flared magwell
• Overall Length: 8.75 inches
• Overall Height: 5.5 inches
• Weight: 43.7 ounces

Special Features

• The slide, frame, and barrel are hand-fitted at the factory, a level of fit and finish typically reserved for fully custom 1911 builds costing significantly more
• The tactical rear sight features an abrupt front face that allows one-handed slide manipulation against a belt, holster, or hard surface, a practical feature carried over from law enforcement spec requirements
• Tritium front and rear night sights provide a three-dot illuminated sight picture in low light without batteries, adapters, or aftermarket installation
• The inverted top rib machined between the front and rear sights reduces glare across the flat-top slide, keeping the sight picture clean in bright outdoor or artificial lighting
• The recessed slide stop is designed to accommodate laser grip installation without modification, adding a layer of accessory flexibility not found on standard production 1911s
• The detachable flared magwell accelerates magazine changes by funneling the magazine into the grip frame, a competition-derived feature that translates directly to defensive use under stress
• The M1913 Picatinny rail on the dust cover accepts full-size weapon lights and laser units, making this pistol compatible with a wide range of tactical lighting accessories
• The ambidextrous thumb safety allows both left- and right-handed shooters to run the Specialist without technique adjustments or aftermarket modifications

Practical Benefits

• At 43.7 ounces on a forged stainless steel frame, the Specialist stays planted during sustained range sessions and delivers a smooth, consistent trigger press on every shot
• The tritium night sights and Picatinny rail make this pistol a practical home defense and duty platform right out of the box, without requiring any immediate upgrades
• The hand-fitted barrel and slide deliver the kind of accuracy associated with custom 1911 builds, making the Specialist a competitive choice for action shooting sports and precision pistol events
• The detachable magwell and extended magazine release work together to reduce magazine change time, which pays dividends in both competitive stages and defensive training drills
• Whether you carry the Specialist as a duty pistol, run it in competition, or use it as a primary home defense firearm, your Dan Wesson Specialist (01796) performs at a level that reflects its law enforcement design origins

The Dan Wesson Specialist (01796) in 9mm Luger is a proven platform and a confident choice for the experienced 1911 shooter who demands hand-fitted precision, duty-grade night sights, and full accessory rail compatibility in a full-size production pistol.