Dan Wesson Dwx Optic Ready 9MM 19 Round Black Red

About this product

The Dan Wesson DWX blends the 1911's trigger, safety, and slide geometry with the double-stack magazine and polymer-style modularity of the CZ 75 platform, creating a hybrid pistol aimed at competition and duty shooters who want 1911 ergonomics without single-stack capacity limits. This listing is the optic-ready 9mm configuration with a 19-round capacity and a black frame with red grip accents.

What makes the DWX different from a standard 1911 or CZ 75?

The DWX keeps the 1911's trigger feel, grip safety, thumb safety, and slide profile, but pairs them with a widebody frame that holds double-stack 9mm magazines — 19+1 in the full-size configuration used here. Rather than a fixed frame and fire control housing, the DWX uses a removable frame rail and fire control system similar in concept to the modular chassis found in pistols like the Sig P320, which simplifies manufacturing and lets Dan Wesson offer the DWX across multiple frame sizes.

What are the full-size DWX's core specs?

This configuration runs a 5-inch barrel with an overall length around 8.52 inches and an unloaded weight of about 43 ounces — a substantial, all-metal-feel pistol built for control under recoil rather than concealment. The slide is cut for a red dot optic, making it ready for a duty or competition optic setup without gunsmithing.

Who is the DWX built for?

This is a pistol aimed at shooters who already love the 1911's single-action trigger and manual thumb safety but want more rounds on tap for competition (like USPSA or IDPA) or duty use. The single-action trigger tends to be lighter and crisper than most striker-fired triggers, which is a major draw for precision-focused shooters, while the double-stack magazine addresses the round-count limitation that keeps many competitors away from traditional 1911s.

Is the DWX legal to buy in California?

Because California's handgun roster requirements apply per exact model and configuration, and premium/limited-production pistols like the DWX are not always listed, buyers should confirm current California compliance for this specific black/red 19-round configuration with their FFL before ordering. As a firearm, it ships only to a licensed FFL dealer for transfer, background check, and any required waiting period — never to a home address.

What should buyers know about cost and value?

At this price point, the DWX competes with premium 1911/2011-style competition pistols, and the fit, finish, and trigger quality are meant to reflect that. It's a specialty pistol rather than a budget carry gun, and buyers should expect the kind of hand-fitted feel associated with higher-end 1911 platforms.

How does the black/red color scheme fit into the DWX lineup?

Dan Wesson offers the DWX across several color and size configurations, from all-black models to two-tone frame-and-grip combinations like this black frame with red grip accents. The color choice is purely cosmetic and doesn't affect the pistol's mechanical specs, so buyers can pick the finish that matches their preference without trading off any function, capacity, or barrel-length differences that do vary between the DWX's compact and full-size models. Shooters deciding between finishes should instead focus on frame size and barrel length, since those are the specs that actually change point of aim, capacity, and concealability.

For shooters chasing a genuine 1911 trigger with modern double-stack capacity and optics readiness, the DWX is one of the more complete answers on the market today — confirm compliance and inspect the pistol at transfer before finalizing your order.