ON SALE! DAN WESSON 01883 45 ACP ECP COMPACT 4" BBL

The Dan Wesson ECP Enhanced Compact Pistol (01883) is a compact, single-action 1911-pattern pistol chambered in .45 ACP, built for experienced shooters who want a carry-optimized 45 ACP compact 1911 pistol without giving up the match-grade craftsmanship Dan Wesson is known for. Riding a forged aluminum bobtail frame at just 29 ounces, this pistol delivers full-power .45 ACP performance in a package sized for daily concealed carry.

Key Features

• Part Number: 01883
• Caliber: .45 ACP
• Capacity: 8 rounds plus 1, flush-fit magazine
• Barrel Length: 4 inches, match-grade bull barrel, flush cut, 30-degree crown
• Slide Finish: Black duty finish
• Frame Material: Forged aluminum, bobtail profile
• Grips: G10
• Checkering: 25 LPI on front and back straps
• Front Sight: Brass bead, naval brass construction
• Rear Sight: Fixed U-notch, serrated flat-top rib
• Action Type: Single action
• Safety: Manual thumb safety, grip safety
• Trigger: Flat K-style
• Hammer: Commander-style tactical hammer
• Overall Length: 7.64 inches
• Overall Height: 5.4 inches
• Overall Width: 1.25 inches
• Weight: 29 ounces

Special Features

• The bushing-less bull barrel design eliminates the barrel bushing and barrel link found in standard 1911s, reducing the number of moving parts and producing tighter, more consistent lockup with each shot
• The flush-cut barrel with a 30-degree crown makes field stripping faster and cleaner than a traditional 1911 bushing system while protecting the crown geometry that contributes to consistent accuracy
• The flat wire recoil spring is rated for 15,000 rounds, three times the service life of a conventional dual recoil spring setup found in most compact 1911 platforms
• The bobtail frame shortens the grip radius at the rear of the pistol, reducing printing under a cover garment and improving draw clearance from inside-the-waistband carry positions
• The naval brass front sight uses an old-world fitting method that creates a high-visibility bead visible in a wide range of lighting conditions without requiring a tritium insert or battery
• The serrated flat-top rib between the front and rear sights cuts glare, keeping the brass bead clearly defined when acquiring a sight picture in bright outdoor light
• The 25 LPI checkering on both the front and back straps provides a firm, repeatable grip surface across a variety of hand sizes and environmental conditions without being harsh during extended range sessions
• Full government-size 1911 magazine compatibility means you can run aftermarket and extended .45 ACP magazines alongside the included flush-fit eight-round magazine

Practical Benefits

• At 29 ounces, the ECP carries lighter than most all-steel compact 1911s while the forged aluminum frame maintains the structural rigidity needed to handle sustained .45 ACP use
• The bobtail grip and undercut trigger guard allow a higher, more consistent hand position on every draw, which tightens shot-to-shot placement during defensive or competition shooting
• The K-style flat trigger and Commander hammer give you a crisp, single-action break with a short reset, which competition and defensive shooters both benefit from under time pressure
• Government-size magazine compatibility gives you the flexibility to run extended capacity magazines for range and training use, then drop in the flush eight-round for carry
• Whether you carry the Dan Wesson ECP (01883) daily or shoot it in competition, your investment in a match-grade bull barrel 1911 pays off every time you press the trigger

The Dan Wesson ECP Enhanced Compact Pistol (01883) in .45 ACP is a capable tool and a solid fit for the experienced 1911 shooter who demands carry-ready dimensions, match-grade barrel precision, and a long-service recoil system in a premium compact pistol