Wilson Combat eXperior

Wilson Combat · Pistol · In Production · 2021

Also known as: Wilson Combat Experior, eXperior Elite

Overview

The Wilson Combat eXperior is a premium American 1911-pattern single-action semi-automatic pistol introduced in 2021. Built on a T6-7075 aluminum X-frame with a DLC-finished stainless steel slide, it is offered in both single-stack and high-capacity double-stack configurations chambered primarily in 9mm (with .45 ACP options). The line spans full-size, Commander, compact and sub-compact sizes, and features Wilson Combat's TRAK grip texture, a fiber-optic front Battlesight, an optics-ready Tri-Top slide, an ambidextrous thumb safety and a beveled magazine well. It is hand-fitted and carries an accuracy guarantee.

Specifications

Weight (empty)856 g (30.2 oz)
Weight (loaded)1094 g (38.6 oz)
Overall Length199 mm (7.83")
Barrel Length108 mm (4.25")
Height141 mm (5.55")
Width36 mm (1.42")
Action TypeShort Recoil
Firing MechanismHammer Fired
Trigger TypeSingle Action
Trigger Pull16 N (3.6 lbf)
Magazine Capacity15 rounds
Magazine TypeDetachable Box
Muzzle Velocity360 m/s (1181 fps)
Muzzle Energy481 J (355 ft·lbf)
Effective Range50 m (55 yd)
Barrel RiflingRight Hand
Rifling Twist406 mm (15.98")
Number of Grooves6
Frame MaterialAluminum
Slide MaterialSteel
Barrel MaterialSteel
Stock MaterialG10
FinishDLC

Calibers

Features

Variants

Production

Production years: 2021-present

Hand-built in limited quantities at Wilson Combat's Berryville, Arkansas facility

Origin

Country of origin: United States

Designer: Wilson Combat

Notes

The eXperior double-stack models use a proprietary X-frame with grip modules and ship with 15- or 18-round magazines depending on size. Trigger pull weight can be specified by the customer; review samples measured around 3.5 lb.

Background

Wilson Combat was founded by Bill Wilson in 1977, growing from a watch-and-jewelry repair shop into one of the most respected custom 1911 makers in the United States. The eXperior line represents the company's modern take on the 1911 platform, blending traditional single-action lockwork with a contemporary optics-ready, high-capacity chassis.