Description
Nighthawk Custom Kestrel Commander 1911, 9mm, Black Nitride/Stainless, IOS Optic System
Overview:
The Nighthawk Custom Kestrel in 9mm is a premier 1911 designed with exceptional ergonomics and modern features for demanding shooters. The Kestrel blends a thinned-down front strap, flat mainspring housing, and ultra-thin Alumagrips for an incredibly comfortable and secure grip. The pistol features the Nighthawk IOS (Interchangeable Optic System) upgrade, allowing fast and easy mounting of various red dot optics for enhanced competitive, defensive, and range performance.
Key Features:
Caliber: 9mm only
Frame/Slide: Commander size, forged and hand fit, 4.25″ slide
Finish: Black nitride with contrasting stainless steel controls
Barrel: Hand-fit match grade 4.25″ barrel, crowned flush with bushing, throated, polished feed ramp
Grip: Nighthawk Ultra-Thin Alumagrips (thin profile)
Main Ergonomics: Reduced frame circumference, flat mainspring housing, thinned front strap
Sights: Nighthawk IOS Interchangeable Optics System (mount red dot sights), includes iron sight plate
Rear Sight: Heinie Straight Eight Slant Pro rear (IOS compatible)
Front Sight: Tritium (IOS compatible)
Trigger: Aluminum tri-cavity, custom-tuned 3.53.75 lb pull
Safety: Single, hand-polished ignition components
Controls: Tactical extended magazine release, shortened beveled slide stop
Capacity: 8+1 rounds
Weight: 36 oz empty
Magazines: Includes two 8-round magazines
Slide Features: Moon Hawk cutout, hand-serrated rear, hand-blended grip safety
Barrel Material: Match grade, hand fit for precision
Other: Checkered recoil spring plug, tuned/polished extractor, dehorned for carry
Specifications:
Commander Size: 5.4″ height, 7.85″ overall length
Width: 1.27″, thin grip (slide: 0.92″)
Sight Radius: 5.76″
No Light Rail
Includes: Iron sight plate, two 8-round magazines, custom case
Why choose the Kestrel 9mm IOS?
Designed as a high-performance, custom 9mm 1911 for shooters seeking versatility and speed. Enjoy modern optic flexibility, world-class ergonomics, and gorgeous fit and finishperfect for competition, defense, and enthusiast range use.


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