MPA DS9 APEX Competition Optic Ready 9mm Pistol 5" Ported Barrel - Aluminum Grip

MPA DS9 APEX Competition Optic Ready 9mm Pistol 5" Ported Barrel - Aluminum Grip

Hand-built, hand-lapped, and meticulously tuned for extreme competition and tactical applications, the Masterpiece Arms DS9 APEX 9mm Wide Body Double Stack 1911 Pistol represents the pinnacle of American custom gunsmithing. Crafted entirely from billet steel and 7075 aircraft-grade aluminum with zero MIM, cast, or forged components, this high-capacity race gun features a breathtaking Bronze PVD slide and frame finish contrasted by sleek Black Nitride accents. Designed to shoot exceptionally flat and fast right out of the box, the DS9 APEX makes rapid, pinpoint target engagement effortless for shooters of all skill levels.

At its core is a hand-fitted 5-inch 416R vacuum heat-treated ported bull barrel paired with a crisp 2.5 lb trigger pull for hair-splitting precision. Equipped with the revolutionary Accuracy X – MAX optic mounting system—the lowest non-direct optic mount available on the market—this pistol seamlessly accommodates Trijicon RMR-footprint red dots with full iron sight co-witnessing. Backed by a lifetime warranty, an integrated full-length light rail, an MPA Competition magwell, and two MPA magazines (126mm & 141mm), the DS9 APEX delivers match-winning speed, unshakeable reliability, and heirloom-grade craftsmanship.

Features

Bronze PVD Slide & Frame Finish:
Durable, eye-catching Bronze PVD coating paired with Black Nitride small parts provides elite corrosion resistance and a striking custom aesthetic.

Hand-Lapped Precision Construction:
Each slide is meticulously hand-fitted and lapped to the frame for silky-smooth action, tighter tolerances, and match-winning accuracy.

Ported 5" Stainless Bull Barrel:
Hand-fitted 416R vacuum heat-treated 5-inch bull barrel features precision porting to tame muzzle flip and drastically reduce felt recoil.

Accuracy X – MAX Optic Mounting System:
Delivers the lowest non-direct optic mounting profile on the market, facilitating true co-witnessing with Trijicon RMR-footprint red dots.

100% Billet & Barstock Machined Components:
Built with zero MIM, cast, or forged parts; frame, slide, barrel, grip, hammer, and internal fire controls are all 100% USA-machined from solid billet.

MPA 7075 Aluminum A2 Grip & Magwell:
Billet aluminum grip module with an oversized competition magwell ensures an immovable hand hold and lightning-fast speed reloads.

2.5 lb Match Trigger Pull:
Precision-machined stainless trigger bow and medium aluminum shoe deliver a glass-crisp break and instant reset.

Lifetime Warranty Coverage:
Hand-tuned and thoroughly inspected by Masterpiece Arms to guarantee ultimate reliability backed by a full lifetime warranty.

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