Predator III

$4,499.00
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The Nighthawk Custom Predator III is a high-performing, compact 1911 pistol designed with the shooter’s experience in mind. This compact pistol is engineered to offer reduced recoil and faster shot recovery times, providing a smoother and more controlled shooting experience.

A key element of the Predator III's design is its 4.25” coned (wafered) match-grade barrel. This advanced barrel system effectively manages recoil, shifting the center of balance forward and minimizing felt recoil compared to traditional officer-sized 1911s with a bushing barrel. This reduction in recoil not only enhances the shooter's comfort but also facilitates quicker follow-up shots.

The pistol is equipped with a full-length guide rod, which further aids in smooth operation and contributes to the overall reliability and durability of the firearm. The integral barrel wafer is precisely fitted to the slide, achieving a seamless appearance while ensuring optimal function.

The exceptional craftsmanship of the Predator III is evident in the flawless fit between the integral barrel wafer and the slide. Although the barrel and slide may appear as one continuous piece, the two components are designed not to come into contact, ensuring long-term reliability and consistent performance.

The Nighthawk Custom Predator III is a compact, yet powerful 1911 pistol that leverages innovative design features to provide less felt recoil and rapid shot recovery. Its advanced barrel system, full-length guide rod, and meticulous craftsmanship make it a top choice for shooters seeking a compact pistol that doesn’t compromise on performance.

One Gun, One Gunsmith.
Fully Machined Series (FM)
This product has been proudly manufactured at our factory in Berryville, Arkansas, USA.
FEATURES:
  • Black nitride finish
  • Forged officer size frame and 4.25" barrel
  • Hand fit frame and slide
  • Hand fit match grade .45 ACP stainless steel coned (wafered) bull barrel
  • Throated barrel
  • Polished feed ramp
  • Nighthawk Custom two-piece magwell
  • Hand blended magwell
  • Serrated slide top
  • Hand blended grip safety
  • Heinie Slant Pro Straight Eight Tritium night sights
  • Double Diamond Cocobolo grips with Nighthawk Custom logo
  • 25 lines per inch checkered front strap and mainspring housing
  • 40 lines per inch serrated rear of slide to match rear sight
  • Tuned and polished extractor
  • Hand fit firing pin stop
  • Lightweight aluminum Nighthawk Custom tri-cavity trigger
  • Hand polished ignition components
  • Custom trigger job set with 3.5 to 3.75 pound trigger
  • Completely dehorned for comfortable carry
  • Hand beveled edges
  • Ultra Hi-Cut Front Strap
  • Includes two 7-round magazines
Frame Size
Officer
Caliber
9 mm / .45 ACP
Light Rail
No Rail
Safety
Single
Height
5.22"
Overall Length
7.93"
Pistol Width
1.40"
Slide Width
0.92"
Grip Thickness
Regular
Weight Empty
35.8 oz
Sight Radius
5.76"
Barrel Length
4.25"
Magazine Capacity
7
Rear Sight
Heinie Straight Eight Slant Pro
Front Sight
Tritium
Finish
Black Nitride
Firing Pin Size
.38 Super
Firing Pin Material
Stainless Steel

Custom Options & Upgrades

  • Barrel
  • Caliber
  • Engraving
  • Extra Barrel
  • Finishes
  • Frame
  • Front Strap & Main Spring Housing Treatment
  • Grip and Light
  • Guide Rods
  • Magwell / Main Spring Housing
  • Safety
  • Sight
  • Slide

Barrel Options

Price Upgrade
+ $100 Flute Barrel Hood

Caliber Options

Price Upgrade
NO COST Change Caliber, .45 ACP (Standard)
NO COST Change Caliber, 9mm (No Cost)

Engraving Options

Price Upgrade
+ $150 Custom Block Lettering
+ $50 No Roll Marks, Naked Slide

Extra Barrels

Price Upgrade
+ $450 Add Extra barrel, Threaded

Available Finishes

Price Upgrade
NO COST Cerakote finishes (burnt bronze, OD green, flat dark earth, sniper gray, tactical gray, satin mag)
+ $75 Black Out Option. Blacken Trigger, Barrel, Plug, and Bushing
+ $350 Battle-Worn Bronze Custom Finish, for New Pistol Order
+ $150 Smoked Nitride
+ $350 Battle-Worn Steel Custom Finish, for New Pistol Order
+ $350 Custom Silver Patriot Finish, with American Flag, New Pistol Order
+ $350 Shadow Camo Urban Finish, for New Pistol Order
+ $350 Shadow Camo Tan Finish, for New Pistol Order
+ $350 Shadow Camo Green Finish, for New Pistol Order
+ $350 Urban Multi Finish, for New Pistol Order, Black, Gray, OD, Urban Multi Colors
+ $200 Stainless Steel Upgrade, Complete Gun
+ $425 Polish all slide bevels, serrations, scallops, frame bevels, slide stop bevel, thumb safety bevel, hammer bevel, barrel bushing if uncrowned barrel, inside and flats of magwell, ends of screws, pins, and match catch. Polish ejection port bevels. Cann...
+ $150 Polish Flats of Frame and Slide

Frame Upgrades

Price Upgrade
+ $200 Aluminum Frame
+ $175 Hand Stipple Underside of Trigger Guard
+ $200 Checker Front of Trigger Guard
+ $175 Checker Underside of Trigger Guard
+ $200 Hand Stipple Front of Trigger Guard

Front Strap & Main Spring Housing Treatment

Price Upgrade
+ $100 Checker Front Strap 20 Lines Per Inch
+ $100 Checker Front Strap 30 Lines Per Inch
+ $200 Hand Stipple Front Strap of Frame
+ $75 Hand Stipple Mainspring Housing
+ $100 Scallop Front Strap
+ $50 Scallop Mainspring Housing

Grip and Light Upgrades

Price Upgrade
+ $35 Gator Back, Alumagrips, or any synthetic grips, Grips Upgrade

Guide Rod Options

Price Upgrade
+ $50 Everlast Upgrade

Magwell / Main Spring Housing Upgrades

Price Upgrade
+ $50 Magazine Well Upgrade to T3 Style, from Standard Magwell
+ $100 Upgrade to Falcon One Piece Magwell / Mainspring Housing Combination

Safety Upgrades

Price Upgrade
+ $150 Ambi Safety Upgrade

Sight Upgrades

Price Upgrade
+ $100 Sight Upgrade, Nighthawk Gold Bead Front Sight Upgrade
+ $100 Sight Upgrade, Suppressor Ready Tall Sight Upgrade, Front and Rear sights
+ $50 Fiber Optic Front Sight Upgrade
+ $150 Adjustable Sight Upgrade, Nighthawk Fully Adjustable Sights with Tritium

Slide Upgrades

Price Upgrade
+ $100 Falcon Cut Front of Slide
+ $65 Ball Cut Radius on Slide
+ $115 Additional NH Extractor Finished and Tuned to match pistol, Note if checkering or serrations are needed on extractor.
+ $50 Add Front Cocking Serrations
+ $200 Checker Rear of Slide
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